Seagull Says: Midweek Mischief + Mildly Petty Observations Ahead

🌊 TODAY’S TIDE (Weather + Surf Report)

• 🌞 Wednesday Weather
  Sunny with a few lazy clouds showing up late to the party. High of 78° with a southeast breeze just strong enough to tousle your beach hair in an unflattering way. Humidity’s rolling in at 65%, and the UV index is a full 10, so unless your skin wants to crisp like kettle corn, bring the SPF. Tonight drops to 66° with increasing clouds and heavy “do I need a blanket?” energy.

• 🏄‍♂️ Surf Report
  Waves are mostly breaking right on the sand, so unless you’re into faceplants and sand rash, bring a big board and wait for low tide late in the day. Onshore winds have the water looking a little bumpy and confused. Not un-surfable, just… not inspiring. It might be a good day to fake an ankle injury and hold out for better conditions later this week.

📰 HEADLINES + CHATTER

Sifting through the serious, the silly, and the strangely specific.

• 🎓 New Principal for Dare Early College
  Kassie Mount has been tapped to lead Dare Early College, opening this August. A longtime Dare County educator, she’s the kind of principal who says “What if…” and then actually makes it happen. Big mom-energy, minus the passive-aggressive texts.

• 🛢️ Dare County Set to Oppose Offshore Drilling (Again)
  The Board of Commissioners plans to officially say “nah” to offshore oil leasing during their June 9 meeting. Public comments are open now if you also feel like yelling into the internet.

• 🏨 Hotel Hinton May Finally Rise Again (No, Really This Time)
  After a decade of delays, new plans are in motion to restore Edenton’s historic Hotel Hinton as a boutique hotel instead of more apartments no one asked for. The town is cautiously optimistic. Very cautiously.

• ⛴️ More Summer Ferries to Ocracoke
  Starting today, the Swan Quarter and Cedar Island routes to Ocracoke are adding extra trips. Translation: slightly less waiting in your car with a bag of stale trail mix. Reservations recommended unless you enjoy chaos.

• 🐣 Cape Point Closes to Protect Baby Birds
  Cape Point is temporarily closed to vehicles and pedestrians due to oystercatcher chicks and 80+ least tern nests. Basically: don’t trample baby birds. The bypass is open if you want a walk that’s bird-safe and legally allowed.

🎟️ WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY

You’ve got options, OBX. Now pick your vibe and go.

• 🦜 Nature Out Loud
  10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Duck Town Park, Duck
  Sing, dance, and get a little wild with this nature-themed kids’ concert.

• 🐴 Mustang Mornings at the Farm
  10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Corolla Wild Horse Fund, Grandy
  Meet the legends behind the dunes—up close and under shade.

• 🏛️ Town Council Meeting
  1:00 PM | Duck Town Park, Kitty Hawk
  Because nothing says summer like local government in action.

• 🧘‍♀️ Sound Bath Under the Sea
  6:00 PM | NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island, Manteo
  Yes, you read that right—vibrations and fish. Namaste meets Nemo.

• 🎱 Bingo Night
  Doors: 6:00 PM, Bingo: 7:00 PM | Cape Hatteras Anglers Club, Buxton
  Arrive early. Win snacks and glory. 150 seats, zero mercy.

• 🎵 Jeremy & The Generations
  7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Fish Heads Bar & Grill, Nags Head
  A little bit retro, a little bit rowdy, and a whole lotta deck dancing.

• 🎭 The Lost Colony Show Night
  8:30 PM | The Lost Colony, Manteo
  America’s OG mystery, retold under the stars with pageantry and drama.

• 🎤 Ocrafolk Opry
  8:00 PM – 9:15 PM | Ocracoke Alive, Ocracoke
  Tunes, tales, and toe-tappin’ in true island fashion.

• 🎤 Karaoke Night
  10:00 PM | Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill, Corolla
  Grab the mic or grab a drink—either way, someone’s singing Journey.

📍THE BEAK OF APPROVAL

🫒Olives – A Greek Kitchen – Where the Aegean meets the Outer Banks.

Perched in the Waterfront Shops of downtown Manteo, Olives serves up homemade Mediterranean dishes with a side of salty breeze and warm hospitality. Think spanakopita, baklava, and sea views that make you linger longer than planned.

📍207 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Suite #3, Manteo, NC

Bonus: The vibe’s part Greek holiday, part coastal hometown. And yes—they take reservations.

🚨 CRIME + SAFETY CORNER

Scammers, swipe jobs, and a mystery with missing art, just another week in paradise.

• 🕵️‍♀️ Elder Exploitation (Colington) – A heartbreaking case on Harbour View Drive: the family of a deceased resident discovered they were scammed out of $50K–$80K before passing. Authorities are investigating.

• 💳 Financial Fraud (Roanoke Island) – Cards were stolen and used without permission. We hope whoever’s behind this enjoys their karma with interest.

• 🖼️ Stolen Art (Buxton) – A piece of artwork has gone missing in what’s being called a “civil dispute.” No word on the art’s taste level.

• 💸 Funny Money (Hatteras & Avon) – Two separate reports of fraudulent checks and shady bank moves on Altona Lane and NC 12. Looks like someone’s banking on bad decisions.

• 📞 SCAM ALERT – A scammer pretending to be Lt. George Fockler from the Dare County Sheriff’s Office tried to convince a local to pay a fake jury duty fine via ATM at Handee Hugo. The tip-off? The citizen said they’d speak to the actual chief, and the scammer hung up faster than you can say “nice try.”
  ⚠️ Heads-up: Scammers are now using real officers’ names.
  ✅ Law enforcement will never ask for payment over the phone, especially not via gift cards or ATMs.
  ✅ Hang up and call your local department directly if it feels off.

⛱️ VACAY OR STAY

🏡 FOR SALE: Canal Queen Energy in Buxton

Private boat launch? Check. Docking space? Double check. This 3-bed, 2-bath canal-front home in the heart of Hatteras Island is basically your all-access pass to Frisco’s water-loving lifestyle.

With cathedral-beamed ceilings, a Sub-Zero fridge, and a gas range ready to feed a crowd, it’s giving cozy luxury. Bonus points for the pull-through garage that doubles as a game room or gear stash. Whether you’re plotting your full-time escape or just dreaming of canal-front sunsets, this one’s got range.

📍50050 Bayside Ct LOT 30, Buxton | $699,000 | MLS #129384

Bonus: Your kayak called. It wants a permanent home.

🌊 VACAY: White Heron – Sound Views + Ensuite Everything

This freshly renovated Buxton bungalow brings the peace, the views, and the perfect setup for a laid-back escape. With three bedrooms and three ensuite bathrooms, there’s no awkward hallway lineups, just breezy vibes and personal space.

The top floor kitchen’s ready for your inner chef, and the grill outside is calling for sunset BBQs. Located right across from a boat launch, it’s got serious waterfront cred. Bring the pets, leave the stress.

📍Buxton, NC | White Heron

Bonus: Every bedroom has its own bathroom. Let that sink in.

🕵️‍♀️ HEARD AROUND, OVER, or UNDER THE DUNES

• Someone tried to order oat milk at a gas station and got handed a Yoo-hoo. We love a local interpretation.

• A guy at a local bait shop asked if mullet was gluten-free. The cashier just pointed at the ocean.

🔗 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): This dashing heartthrob is Bowie, and yes, he will steal your snacks and your soul. Bowie’s love language? Full-body snuggles, passenger seat rides, and an absolutely shameless obsession with treats. He’s equal parts road trip buddy and cuddle monster. Come meet him—you’ll fall in love faster than he can hop in your car.

• 🌊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

If today feels like one long rerun, maybe that’s the universe telling you to log off and touch some salt air. Tomorrow’s not promised, but sunscreen and snacks are, so plan accordingly.

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