The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Buxton was originally expected to reopen this summer following a planned 18-month historic restoration project, but the National Park Service announced that the timeline has been set back by about a year after unexpected structural support issues were uncovered in its top section.

A Dare County commissioner with a court date later this month for a January arrest in which he was charged with driving while impaired, speeding and displaying an expired license plate, in a three-month span since was charged with two more expired plate misdemeanor charges and three seat belt infractions, court records show.

Dare County Schools has filled four administrator positions following formal notice of one principal’s late August retirement and three assistant principals’ resignations effective this month.

The turbulent waters off the Outer Banks have claimed thousands of vessels and threatened countless lives throughout history. Fortunately, a steadfast supply of courageous souls have stood ready to dive into the fray.