Seagull Says: Rise, Shine, and Side-Eye Accordingly

🌊 TODAY’S TIDE (Weather + Surf Report)

• 🌞Weather

  Clouds are clocked in early, with a 50% chance they’ll get dramatic by afternoon—think scattered storms, mood swings, and one rogue umbrella. High of 80° with a northwest breeze at 6 mph, which is just enough to mess up your hair but not your lunch plans. Humidity’s hanging at 85%, so yes, your outfit will be sticking to you.

  Tonight? Mostly cloudy with a low of 72° and a 20% chance of showers. Winds are barely a whisper out of the northeast, and the humidity hits 93%—basically turning your bedtime into a slow steam facial.

• 🏄‍♂️ Surf Report
  It’s giving… meh. Surf is hanging out in that awkward “poor to fair” zone all day—like it can’t decide if it’s showing up or phoning it in. You might catch something rideable at the right tide, with the right board, and the right amount of lowered expectations. Otherwise, it’s a better day for bobbing than bragging.

📰 HEADLINES + CHATTER

Because someone’s gotta report this mess.

• 🐢 Turtles Released, World Slightly Less Terrible
  Over 600 cold-stunned sea turtles got their freedom papers and flapped off into the Atlantic. Teacup, Hot Tamale, Cheesecake—yes, those are real names. The Aquarium’s throwing a bash for World Sea Turtle Day (TODAY), and honestly, they’ve earned it.

• 🚧 Emergency Ferry Channel: Still a Hot Mess
  Nine months of “talking about it” and the channel’s still too shallow to be useful in a storm. The fix? A $75K+ report and a whole lot of federal red tape. So, cross your fingers and hope NC 12 behaves.

• 🛢️ OBX to Offshore Drilling: Still a Nope
  Outer Banks towns are standing firm (again) against offshore drilling plans. Local leaders say oil and beaches don’t mix, and tourism isn’t worth the risk. The public comment window closes Monday—make some noise if you’ve got thoughts.

• 🦅 Wings Over Water Returns (Bird Nerds, Assemble)
  OBX’s most majestic fest—feathers, kayaks, and all—is back this fall. Register now to bird-watch, paddle, and feel morally superior.

• 🚴‍♂️ Buxton Built a Sidewalk—And It Slaps
  After 40 years of wishing, Lighthouse Road finally got a path that’s safe, ADA-friendly, and actually kind of adorable. Even the surfers are impressed.

• 🚁 Boat Sank, Coast Guard Didn’t
  Two dudes, one sinking boat, one EPIRB. The Coast Guard swooped in, saved the day, and left “Turn Me Loose” floating like a nautical ghost. Safety gear = not optional.

🎟️ MONDAY EVENTS

Things to do instead of doomscrolling.

• 🎣 Season-Long Kayak Fishing Tourney
  📍Kitty Hawk Surf Co. (Corolla, Duck, Hatteras, Nags Head, Rodanthe) • 8:00 am
  Drop a line and try your luck—this one runs all season.

• 👻 Morning Ghost Tours
  📍Whalehead, Corolla • 9:00 am
  Spooky strolls before brunch? Count us in.

• 🐢 World Sea Turtle Day
  📍NC Aquarium, Manteo • 9:00 am
  Crafts, talks, and turtle love all day long.

• 🧜 Mermaid Monday
  📍H2OBX Waterpark, Powells Point • 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Mermaids are real and they’re clocked in.

• 📚 Open Poetry
  📍Front Porch Café, Nags Head • 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  Spit a verse or just sip your cold brew in deep thought.

• 🌅 Soundside Sunset Festival
  📍Soundside Market, Rodanthe • 4:00 pm
  Live music, food, and salty air vibes.

• 🎸 Rock the Docks: Gary Roman
  📍Blue Crab Tavern, Kill Devil Hills • 6:00 pm
  Cold drinks, dock tunes, and a side of local legend.

• 🎡 Sunset Festival
  📍Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head • 7:00 pm
  Games, goodies, and golden hour views.

• 🌊 Waterfront Festival
  📍Kitty Hawk Kites, Rodanthe • 7:00 pm
  More fun on the flip side of the sound.

• 🎭 The Lost Colony Show Night
  📍The Lost Colony, Manteo • 8:30 pm
  History, drama, and really good stage lighting.

• 🎤 Karaoke Night
  📍Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill, Corolla • 10:00 pm
  Beers and bad decisions on the mic, as it should be.

📍THE BEAK OF APPROVAL

🏄🏻Outer Banks Boarding Co. — Not Your Average Surf Shop

Whether you're chasing the perfect wave or just trying to look like you do, OBBC has you covered. Boards, bikinis, bucket hats—they've got the Outer Banks starter pack dialed in. Local since '96 and still cooler than half your friends.

📍103 E Morning View Pl, Nags Head, NC

Bonus: They’ll wax your board and your ego.

🚨 CRIME + SAFETY CORNER

From fraud to federal fences—this week’s messes are brought to you by poor decisions and bad beach behavior.

• 🐎 Drunk Driver Ends a Bloodline
  26-year-old Shannon Seamster of Carova drove drunk and hit a wild stallion named Alexander near MP 19. He was killed on impact. Alexander wasn’t just any horse—he was the last of his mother’s bloodline and part of a critically endangered herd. His loss is irreversible. Seamster was arrested and given a $2,500 bond.

  This isn't a minor incident. This is why rules exist. Stay sober. Stay respectful. And if you can’t, stay off our beaches.

• 💳 Swipe Right Into Jail
  Someone got busy with stolen credit cards on Francis Drake Street. Still under investigation—check your statements, folks.

• 💸 Elder Scam Horror Show
  In Colington, the family of a recently deceased resident found scammers had made off with $50K–$80K. If your loved one starts wiring money to “Prince Geoffrey,” intervene.

• ⛔ Duck: Stay Out or Pay Up
  Reminder from Duck PD: the Field Research Facility is not your personal wave park. It’s a live federal site with old bombs and steel poles under the water. Trespass and you might catch a fine… or a felony. Respect the signs, or enjoy explaining your arrest to your HOA.

• 📢 Cops Wanted in Kitty Hawk
  Got a badge itch? Kitty Hawk PD is hiring two new officers. If you’ve got the guts, apply online. If you don’t, maybe stay off the road after midnight.

⛱️ VACAY OR STAY

🏡 FOR SALE: Ocracoke Income Nest with Bonus Boat Slip

This 1-bed, 1-bath corner condo at The Anchorage puts you right on Silver Lake Harbor—and yes, it comes with a deep-water boat slip. Fully furnished, newly remodeled, and managed by folks who handle everything, this place basically makes money while you tan on the deck. It’s ground-level, turnkey, and steps from SmacNally’s, golf carts, and poolside naps.

📍180 Irvin Garrish Hwy #101, Ocracoke | $229,000

Bonus: The HOA covers your insurance, utilities, and maintenance. You? You just collect checks and show up for sunset.

🌊 VACAY: Off The Beaten Path—Literally

Tucked in the trees on Ocracoke Island, this 2-bed, 1.5-bath hideaway is for folks who want the beach vibes without the boardwalk noise. There’s a screened porch for lounging, a fish-cleaning bench if that’s your thing, and Roku-ready TVs when you’ve had enough “nature.” It sleeps 4, has a charcoal grill, and yes—AC and Wi-Fi are included, even though it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere.

📍Off The Beaten Path | Ocracoke, NC

Bonus: The only thing louder than the frogs at night is how fast this one books up. Just don’t forget your own linens.

🕵️‍♀️ HEARD AROUND, IN, OVER, or UNDER THE DUNES

People keep asking if we’re joking. We wish we were. But nope—this is just OBX life: salty, slightly chaotic, and always under seagull surveillance.

• 🪧 “Is Kitty Hawk where Hello Kitty is from?” No, but if she was, she’d definitely drive a lifted golf cart and drink iced coffee year-round.

• ⛱ “Can we bring our own umbrella and just screw it into the sand?” You can, but unless you want to launch it like a javelin into the next zip code, maybe try something sturdier than whatever’s in your beach bag from CVS.

• 🚽 “Is there a Buc-ee’s on the island?” No. There’s a public restroom and a strong breeze—manage your expectations.

🔗 QUICK LINKS

• ⛴️Ferry Schedule – You can’t teleport to the Outer Banks (yet), so here’s how to float your way here the old-fashioned way.

• 🐾OBX SPCA Pet of the Week (more like every 10 days): Zeus, the cat, though he appears to be eating well, could use a fur-ever home to have more play time and extra lovin’! Sidenote from Zeus, he prefers a home with a well-stocked pantry. 😽

• 🌊Live Surf Cams – For “checking the surf,” but really just spying on beach traffic and seeing who already claimed your favorite spot.

• 💬Submit a Tip or Event – Got a hot lead, weird sighting, or something the seagulls should be squawking about? Slide it our way.

🧂FINAL PEEP FROM THE PERCH

That’s a wrap, you nosy beach birds. Forward this to someone who still thinks the sound is just “the ocean taking a nap.” Bless their heart.

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