Staff (Local) – June 7, 2024

Recent News from Dare County, NC

Here is a summary of recent news and events in Dare County, North Carolina, based on available information:

• Infrastructure Improvements:
  • The 7-mile Manteo multi-use path is set for repairs and repaving, with a contract worth under $892,000 awarded to CD Rose Construction of Kitty Hawk. The project, which began at the southern end and will move northward, addresses root intrusion damage and is expected to be completed by the end of May 2025, weather permitting. Short sections of the trail will be closed during construction.
• Crime and Public Safety:
  • On May 24, 2025, Lola Wyche was arrested in Buxton following a traffic stop, facing several drug-related charges. She was issued a $2,000 secured bond.
  • On May 23, 2025, a man was arrested in connection with the theft of a boat in Rodanthe, though specific details about the suspect or charges were not detailed in the report.
• Environmental and Public Health:
  • On May 17, 2025, a swimming advisory was issued for Jockey’s Ridge Sound-side Access in Nags Head due to high levels of enterococci bacteria (37 per 100 milliliters), exceeding safe standards. This was attributed to heavy rainfall causing runoff, and the advisory covers 200 feet from the site. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality continues to monitor coastal water quality.
  • On May 16, 2025, the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Dare County until 11:00 PM, signaling potential weather-related risks.
• Sheriff Race Developments:
  • Posts on X from May 29, 2025, indicate early discussions about the 2026 Dare County sheriff race. One prospective candidate is a local from Dare County, while another, originally from Pennsylvania, has faced allegations of mistreatment by three former partners, including a reported threat to kill a family dog. These claims remain unverified and should be treated as inconclusive.
• Community and Events:
  • No specific community events were reported in the immediate timeframe, but Dare County, encompassing the Outer Banks, continues to be a hub for tourism and local activities, with ongoing recovery efforts from past hurricanes like Helene influencing regional planning.