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Morning Ocracoke! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will new ferry tolls and lost priority passes hit Ocracoke?
  • Red flags on Ocracoke today: what swimmers need to know now.

Also on today's calendar: "Native: Richard Wright & Paul Green" Play by Ian Finley and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 85, low: 76.
  • Saturday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• N.C. Ferry Division talks tolling plans, Ocracoke pushes for priority pass (wtkr.com) — Ocracoke ferry riders face new tolls starting January 1, 2027, as the N.C. Ferry Division moves ahead despite coastal counties' objections. Local advocates are lobbying to restore the island's priority boarding pass, arguing it's essential for residents' medical trips and daily errands while officials finalize rates and collection plans this fall.
   

• Strong rip currents trigger red flags at multiple Outer Banks beaches (myfox8.com) — Ocracoke beach is under red flags today due to strong rip currents, and officials are urging everyone to stay out of the ocean. Several other Outer Banks beaches face the same warning, with the strongest currents expected around low tide late this morning, so check with lifeguards or text for updates before heading out.
   

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Other local events
    Thursday September 10
  • Summer Wine Tasting →
    Zillie's Ocracoke, 538 Back Road, Ocracoke
    6:00 pm
    • Friday September 11
  • Picture Day
    Ocracoke School Ocracoke, NC 27960
    8:00 am
  • Ocracoke Ghost Tours →
    The Village Craftsman, 170 Howard Street, Ocracoke
    7:30 pm
    • Monday September 14
  • MS Soccer @ Hatteras
    Ocracoke School Ocracoke, NC 27960
    4:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 15
  • Volleyball @ Mattamuskeet
    Ocracoke School Ocracoke, NC 27960
    4:00 pm
    • Thursday September 17
  • Summer Wine Tasting →
    Zillie's Ocracoke, 538 Back Road, Ocracoke
    6:00 pm
    • Saturday September 19
  • 3rd Annual Clam Chowder Cook Off →
    Ocracoke Community Center
    3:30 pm
    • Thursday September 24
  • Fall Wine Tasting →
    Zillie's Ocracoke, 538 Back Road, Ocracoke
    6:00 pm
    • Sunday September 27
  • Founder's Day →
    Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center, 53536 North Carolina Hwy 12, Frisco
    10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello, neighbors, just a reminder: Our public listening sessions about new ferry tolls required by law continue tonight (in Hatteras) and tomorrow (in Ocracoke).
    Please come out and let us know your questions, comments and concerns. If you cannot make one of the meetings, log onto https://bit.ly/4A6vREH and… (Nextdoor )
  • Dare County Schools posted a job opening for Custodian I School-Based in Buxton. Apply here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hatteras

  • Sea turtle nests surpass 400 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore for first time since 2019 (islandfreepress.org)
  • Ferry Division seeks public input on tolls at Hatteras, Ocracoke meetings on Sept. 8-9 (islandfreepress.org)
  • High Rip Current Risk at most area beaches, moderate risk at Corolla, Frisco and Hatteras Village (outerbanksvoice.com)

Avon

  • 'Topless' Labor Day Lighthouse 5K draws 157 participants, raises more than $2,500 (islandfreepress.org)

Ok Ocracoke! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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