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CDC director suspended over endorsement e-mail « The Outer Banks Voice
Looks like the editors of the Outer Banks Voice haven't gotten out of bed yet. Bob Muller's incessant campaign button is still flashing over on the website. Gawd!!!...it's going to be even worse than before, having to drive down the highway this morning and see all those campaign signs. Someone is going to make big bucks selling all those metal hangers to the salvage yards.
Come on candidates, let's clean'em up! Please!
30 Kasım 2012 Cuma
Why It won't work to just Buy the homes that are on the beach
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There have been a couple of times lately when I have responded to a comment on Eye on Dare, and my comment never shows up. That's a little frustrating, but it's not my space, so I can't really complain.
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
$20.09 + Tax New Year's Lodging!
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NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL--$20.09 + tax per person at ourDAYS INN & SUITES MARINERDAYS INN OCEANFRONT
Reservations can still be made for New Year's Eve with our special rate above--2 person minimum per room. At the Days Inn Oceanfront choose either a streetside room or a suite (YOUR CHOICE) for this great special. At the Days Inn & Suites Mariner choose any of our streetside rooms or our 1-bedroom oceanside suites (YOUR CHOICE).
And you'll also get a NOON CHECK OUT in case you rang in 2009 all night long! Mention the NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL when calling 252-441-2021 for the Mariner or 252-441-7211 for the DI Oceanfront.
All rooms are non-smoking & have free wireless internet. Complimentary continental breakfast and an afternoon snack is served daily. Go for a PHOTO TOUR at: http://www.obxlodging.com.
Reservations can still be made for New Year's Eve with our special rate above--2 person minimum per room. At the Days Inn Oceanfront choose either a streetside room or a suite (YOUR CHOICE) for this great special. At the Days Inn & Suites Mariner choose any of our streetside rooms or our 1-bedroom oceanside suites (YOUR CHOICE).
And you'll also get a NOON CHECK OUT in case you rang in 2009 all night long! Mention the NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL when calling 252-441-2021 for the Mariner or 252-441-7211 for the DI Oceanfront.
All rooms are non-smoking & have free wireless internet. Complimentary continental breakfast and an afternoon snack is served daily. Go for a PHOTO TOUR at: http://www.obxlodging.com.
St. Patrick's Day Parade & Car Show
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The 20th Annual Kelly's St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held on Sunday (3/15) in Nags Head from 1 pm til 6 pm. Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Outer Bankers as the parade floats down the beach road (Hwy 12). After the parade there will be a post parade party at Kelly's Restaurant free hot dogs, musical entertainment, and lots more.
On Saturday (3/14) the 2nd Annual Shamrock, Truck, & Bike Show will be held at Kelly's Restaurant. There will be a Low-Rider Exhibition at Hooter's in Kitty Hawk starting at 6 pm. Come see the fabulous antique cars and tricked out trucks on the Outer Banks!
There are great discounts to be found for the remainder of March on our website! So come and stay for the weekend and celebrate St. Patrick's Day on the Outer Banks!
On Saturday (3/14) the 2nd Annual Shamrock, Truck, & Bike Show will be held at Kelly's Restaurant. There will be a Low-Rider Exhibition at Hooter's in Kitty Hawk starting at 6 pm. Come see the fabulous antique cars and tricked out trucks on the Outer Banks!
There are great discounts to be found for the remainder of March on our website! So come and stay for the weekend and celebrate St. Patrick's Day on the Outer Banks!
There's Fun To Be Had On The Outer Banks!
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View Of The Sound As The Sun Goes Down
There's a fun time to be had while you are on the Outer Banks! This video clip was taken during a short kayak trip on the soundside of the beach. We're famous for our watersports--kiteboarding, fishing, kayaking, jet skiing and more.
There are also great historic programs going on at the beach as well. Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station has "Porch Programs" going on all summer at 2 pm. For instance on Tuesdays there a talk given on "Amazing True & Local Wreck Rescue Stories." And on Thursdays the ever-popular "Beach Apparatus Drill" with the US Coast Guard re-creates the famous "Breeches Buoy" Rescue--and is only 1 of 2 spots in America to do so (and we're the only one to have active Coast Guard personnel in our rescue).
Of course you can always just laze the day away in the sun too. That's what most visitors seem to enjoy. Or take a day trip and drive south towards Hatteras and grab some lunch before visiting the Lighthouse, there's a nice seashore there where you can take a respite...then jump on the free ferry to Ocracoke and visit the quaint fishing village with fine local shopping and restaurants.
And if you are on a budget, take advantage of our great special offers at our various properties at: obxlodging.com. We have cottages, guest rooms and suites with full kitchens---the whole gamut for something for 1 person to something for 18!
29 Kasım 2012 Perşembe
Muller's Button Still Flashing
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CDC director suspended over endorsement e-mail « The Outer Banks Voice
Looks like the editors of the Outer Banks Voice haven't gotten out of bed yet. Bob Muller's incessant campaign button is still flashing over on the website. Gawd!!!...it's going to be even worse than before, having to drive down the highway this morning and see all those campaign signs. Someone is going to make big bucks selling all those metal hangers to the salvage yards.
Come on candidates, let's clean'em up! Please!
Looks like the editors of the Outer Banks Voice haven't gotten out of bed yet. Bob Muller's incessant campaign button is still flashing over on the website. Gawd!!!...it's going to be even worse than before, having to drive down the highway this morning and see all those campaign signs. Someone is going to make big bucks selling all those metal hangers to the salvage yards.
Come on candidates, let's clean'em up! Please!
Why It won't work to just Buy the homes that are on the beach
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There have been a couple of times lately when I have responded to a comment on Eye on Dare, and my comment never shows up. That's a little frustrating, but it's not my space, so I can't really complain.
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
$20.09 + Tax New Year's Lodging!
To contact us Click HERE
NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL--$20.09 + tax per person at ourDAYS INN & SUITES MARINERDAYS INN OCEANFRONT
Reservations can still be made for New Year's Eve with our special rate above--2 person minimum per room. At the Days Inn Oceanfront choose either a streetside room or a suite (YOUR CHOICE) for this great special. At the Days Inn & Suites Mariner choose any of our streetside rooms or our 1-bedroom oceanside suites (YOUR CHOICE).
And you'll also get a NOON CHECK OUT in case you rang in 2009 all night long! Mention the NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL when calling 252-441-2021 for the Mariner or 252-441-7211 for the DI Oceanfront.
All rooms are non-smoking & have free wireless internet. Complimentary continental breakfast and an afternoon snack is served daily. Go for a PHOTO TOUR at: http://www.obxlodging.com.
Reservations can still be made for New Year's Eve with our special rate above--2 person minimum per room. At the Days Inn Oceanfront choose either a streetside room or a suite (YOUR CHOICE) for this great special. At the Days Inn & Suites Mariner choose any of our streetside rooms or our 1-bedroom oceanside suites (YOUR CHOICE).
And you'll also get a NOON CHECK OUT in case you rang in 2009 all night long! Mention the NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL when calling 252-441-2021 for the Mariner or 252-441-7211 for the DI Oceanfront.
All rooms are non-smoking & have free wireless internet. Complimentary continental breakfast and an afternoon snack is served daily. Go for a PHOTO TOUR at: http://www.obxlodging.com.
St. Patrick's Day Parade & Car Show
To contact us Click HERE
The 20th Annual Kelly's St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held on Sunday (3/15) in Nags Head from 1 pm til 6 pm. Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Outer Bankers as the parade floats down the beach road (Hwy 12). After the parade there will be a post parade party at Kelly's Restaurant free hot dogs, musical entertainment, and lots more.
On Saturday (3/14) the 2nd Annual Shamrock, Truck, & Bike Show will be held at Kelly's Restaurant. There will be a Low-Rider Exhibition at Hooter's in Kitty Hawk starting at 6 pm. Come see the fabulous antique cars and tricked out trucks on the Outer Banks!
There are great discounts to be found for the remainder of March on our website! So come and stay for the weekend and celebrate St. Patrick's Day on the Outer Banks!
On Saturday (3/14) the 2nd Annual Shamrock, Truck, & Bike Show will be held at Kelly's Restaurant. There will be a Low-Rider Exhibition at Hooter's in Kitty Hawk starting at 6 pm. Come see the fabulous antique cars and tricked out trucks on the Outer Banks!
There are great discounts to be found for the remainder of March on our website! So come and stay for the weekend and celebrate St. Patrick's Day on the Outer Banks!
There's Fun To Be Had On The Outer Banks!
To contact us Click HERE
View Of The Sound As The Sun Goes Down
There's a fun time to be had while you are on the Outer Banks! This video clip was taken during a short kayak trip on the soundside of the beach. We're famous for our watersports--kiteboarding, fishing, kayaking, jet skiing and more.
There are also great historic programs going on at the beach as well. Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station has "Porch Programs" going on all summer at 2 pm. For instance on Tuesdays there a talk given on "Amazing True & Local Wreck Rescue Stories." And on Thursdays the ever-popular "Beach Apparatus Drill" with the US Coast Guard re-creates the famous "Breeches Buoy" Rescue--and is only 1 of 2 spots in America to do so (and we're the only one to have active Coast Guard personnel in our rescue).
Of course you can always just laze the day away in the sun too. That's what most visitors seem to enjoy. Or take a day trip and drive south towards Hatteras and grab some lunch before visiting the Lighthouse, there's a nice seashore there where you can take a respite...then jump on the free ferry to Ocracoke and visit the quaint fishing village with fine local shopping and restaurants.
And if you are on a budget, take advantage of our great special offers at our various properties at: obxlodging.com. We have cottages, guest rooms and suites with full kitchens---the whole gamut for something for 1 person to something for 18!
28 Kasım 2012 Çarşamba
Billy Casper Golf Launches BCGreen Environmental Program
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(VIENNA, VA) - Billy Casper Golf (BCG) - owner and operator of more than 140 golf courses, country clubs and resorts - has launched BCGreen to reduce the carbon footprint at all its properties across America.
Further bolstering the company's industry-leading environmental standing, BCGreen builds on participation in Audubon International's Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses in four key areas: gasoline and diesel consumption, electricity and water reduction, heating and cooling efficiencies, and recycling.
Each BCG course is performing an audit to determine its carbon footprint. Upon establishing a baseline, agronomy teams will further reduce carbon impact on the environment by installing low-flow faucets, compact fluorescent light bulbs, programmable thermostats, dimmers, timers and motion detectors on indoor and outdoor lighting, and creating on-site compost piles.
To oversee BCGreen, Mark Murphy - Superintendent at BCG-managed General's Ridge Golf Course (Manassas Park, VA) - has been named Director of Environmental Programs. Murphy directed Audubon certification at multiple BCG-managed courses in Northern Virginia and introduced additional agronomic initiatives benefitting the ecosystem.
"Billy Casper Golf's commitment to leading-edge environmental stewardship is unmatched in the industry," says Bryan Bielecki, Vice President of Agronomy of BCG. "We are dedicated to understanding our impact and creating ecologically-friendly sanctuaries within our communities."
In 2009, BCG began registering courses in the Audubon International program and has 100 percent of courses enrolled. In attaining certification, BCG courses successfully maintain sound environmental practices in six disciplines: environmental planning, wildlife and habitat management, outreach and education, chemical use reduction and safety, water conservation, and water quality management.
BCG has long been lauded by golfers and industry pundits for conditioning courses to high standards with many winning best-in-kind honors from Golf Digest, GOLF Magazine and Golfweek. An industry leader in maintenance best practices combined with business prudency, several BCG superintendents have joined the company from PGA Tour and "major" tournament venues, and other top-ranked courses nationwide.
Contact: AmericanGolferBlog@gmail.com
(VIENNA, VA) - Billy Casper Golf (BCG) - owner and operator of more than 140 golf courses, country clubs and resorts - has launched BCGreen to reduce the carbon footprint at all its properties across America.
Further bolstering the company's industry-leading environmental standing, BCGreen builds on participation in Audubon International's Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses in four key areas: gasoline and diesel consumption, electricity and water reduction, heating and cooling efficiencies, and recycling.
Each BCG course is performing an audit to determine its carbon footprint. Upon establishing a baseline, agronomy teams will further reduce carbon impact on the environment by installing low-flow faucets, compact fluorescent light bulbs, programmable thermostats, dimmers, timers and motion detectors on indoor and outdoor lighting, and creating on-site compost piles.
To oversee BCGreen, Mark Murphy - Superintendent at BCG-managed General's Ridge Golf Course (Manassas Park, VA) - has been named Director of Environmental Programs. Murphy directed Audubon certification at multiple BCG-managed courses in Northern Virginia and introduced additional agronomic initiatives benefitting the ecosystem.
"Billy Casper Golf's commitment to leading-edge environmental stewardship is unmatched in the industry," says Bryan Bielecki, Vice President of Agronomy of BCG. "We are dedicated to understanding our impact and creating ecologically-friendly sanctuaries within our communities."
In 2009, BCG began registering courses in the Audubon International program and has 100 percent of courses enrolled. In attaining certification, BCG courses successfully maintain sound environmental practices in six disciplines: environmental planning, wildlife and habitat management, outreach and education, chemical use reduction and safety, water conservation, and water quality management.
BCG has long been lauded by golfers and industry pundits for conditioning courses to high standards with many winning best-in-kind honors from Golf Digest, GOLF Magazine and Golfweek. An industry leader in maintenance best practices combined with business prudency, several BCG superintendents have joined the company from PGA Tour and "major" tournament venues, and other top-ranked courses nationwide.
Contact: AmericanGolferBlog@gmail.com
Pig Pickin'--Nags Head Surf Fishing Club
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I've been out of town a lot lately, so the blog has really taken a back seat to The Voice. But last month, I did to get attend the annual Nags Head Surf Fishing Club meeting, which is always held at the Old Nags Head Cove clubhouse on the sound.
Ironically, the gatherig--part awards ceremony for the Member-Guest tournament held that day, part meeting, and mostly eating--does not feature fish on the dinner menu. Instead, for the past several years, Jimmy Jackson--a club member and resident of both Dare and Pasquotank counties has generously donated his time to slow-cook a whole pig over the course of the morning and most of the afternoon. For those who have never seen what this looks like, here are some pix, as well as the gorgeous view from the neighborhood's club house.
I've been out of town a lot lately, so the blog has really taken a back seat to The Voice. But last month, I did to get attend the annual Nags Head Surf Fishing Club meeting, which is always held at the Old Nags Head Cove clubhouse on the sound.
Ironically, the gatherig--part awards ceremony for the Member-Guest tournament held that day, part meeting, and mostly eating--does not feature fish on the dinner menu. Instead, for the past several years, Jimmy Jackson--a club member and resident of both Dare and Pasquotank counties has generously donated his time to slow-cook a whole pig over the course of the morning and most of the afternoon. For those who have never seen what this looks like, here are some pix, as well as the gorgeous view from the neighborhood's club house.
Sunday--Barnes Street
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I bought a new DSLR in the spring for use in the Voice. I've been playing with the telephoto lenses and other add-ons just to get used to them. The waves last Sunday at Barnes Street in Nags Head were far-from-gnarly; in fact, mostly non-existent. I'd guess about 1-2 feet about the time I got there (around 5:30 PM). Even folks on those sponge-board "starter" surfboards had a difficult time getting a ride. But, once in a while, even a small wave had a long enough break to catch a reasonably long, if not life-threatening ride. [Click on image to get a larger image]
Skim boarders were giving it their best, but the small waves led to even smaller shore break. The new breed of skimmers (as opposed to my age group, some thirty years ago) likes to skim the shore then turn into the shore break. If the break is large enough, they can pull a U-turn and "surf" the skim back to shore on the break..or, if the shore break is really large and the water deeper, they will ride into the break, launch from the board and perform aerial somersaults and other acrobatics in the one foot deep water. Today, just skimming and a slow, boring fade away...but the water droplets on the pix are pretty cool!
Skim boarders were giving it their best, but the small waves led to even smaller shore break. The new breed of skimmers (as opposed to my age group, some thirty years ago) likes to skim the shore then turn into the shore break. If the break is large enough, they can pull a U-turn and "surf" the skim back to shore on the break..or, if the shore break is really large and the water deeper, they will ride into the break, launch from the board and perform aerial somersaults and other acrobatics in the one foot deep water. Today, just skimming and a slow, boring fade away...but the water droplets on the pix are pretty cool!
Skeeter's Redux
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My third "Asian" night at Skeeter's on Colington Road. This has to be the among the best kept OBX secrets among locals and the few tourists who have discovered this restaurant.
So tonight I sent in two orders of fried pork wontons. Scarfed them right down.
A third appetizer was described merely as "Asian scallops". I have no idea what the spices were, or the white sauce drizzled on each. I could tell they were pan seared, and perfectly executed. And the combination of spices and drizzle made them fall easily into the the Top 5 scallop dishes I have ever had the pleasure to consume.
I am serious folks..you need to visit, adopt, and support this restaurant. I've heard the same praises from those who prefer Wednesday Taco's or Friday Prime Rib. Give these guys the props they dserve!
My third "Asian" night at Skeeter's on Colington Road. This has to be the among the best kept OBX secrets among locals and the few tourists who have discovered this restaurant.
So tonight I sent in two orders of fried pork wontons. Scarfed them right down.
A third appetizer was described merely as "Asian scallops". I have no idea what the spices were, or the white sauce drizzled on each. I could tell they were pan seared, and perfectly executed. And the combination of spices and drizzle made them fall easily into the the Top 5 scallop dishes I have ever had the pleasure to consume.
I am serious folks..you need to visit, adopt, and support this restaurant. I've heard the same praises from those who prefer Wednesday Taco's or Friday Prime Rib. Give these guys the props they dserve!
Why It won't work to just Buy the homes that are on the beach
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There have been a couple of times lately when I have responded to a comment on Eye on Dare, and my comment never shows up. That's a little frustrating, but it's not my space, so I can't really complain.
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
27 Kasım 2012 Salı
KemperSports Names Jim Fitzsimmons as General Manager of The Governors Club
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(NORTHBROOK, Ill.) – KemperSports, the most trusted name in golf course management, recently announced the appointment of Jim Fitzsimmons to general manager of The Governors Club in Brentwood, Tenn., a suburb of Nashville.
With more than 30 years’ experience in the golf and country club industry, Fitzsimmons returns to the KemperSports team after 10 successful years as the general manager of Valencia Country Club in Valencia, Calif., a club previously managed by KemperSports. During his tenure at Valencia Country Club, Fitzsimmons was instrumental to the financial success and continued property improvements of the club. From 2002 to 2012, Fitzsimmons supervised a $2.5 million clubhouse and amenity reconstruction project at Valencia to improve the overall food and beverage experience, increased membership sales and developed a number of new social events for the membership.
“Jim is an experienced club manager with a passion for member service and keen attention to detail,” said Steve Skinner, chief executive officer for KemperSports. “We have big plans for the Governors Club and we will look to Jim to lead the capital improvement process while improving member and guest service.”
Prior to Valencia Country Club, Fitzsimmons was involved with some of the country’s finest clubs, including Langdon Farms Golf Club in Aurora, Ore., Sweetwater Country Club in Sugarland, Texas, and Bentwater Yacht & Country Club in Montgomery, Texas.
“The Governors Club is a well-respected private club in a great Nashville community and I look forward to working with the membership as we improve the club,” said Jim Fitzsimmons, KemperSports general manager of The Governors Club.
The Governors Club is a premier private golf club community and features more than 430 custom estate residences and world-class amenities, including an Arnold Palmer Signature Design Golf Course. The aesthetically inspiring 18-hole layout, spread across 200 acres of the development, showcases scenic stone and rockwork along with waterfalls and dramatic elevation changes.
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(NORTHBROOK, Ill.) – KemperSports, the most trusted name in golf course management, recently announced the appointment of Jim Fitzsimmons to general manager of The Governors Club in Brentwood, Tenn., a suburb of Nashville.
With more than 30 years’ experience in the golf and country club industry, Fitzsimmons returns to the KemperSports team after 10 successful years as the general manager of Valencia Country Club in Valencia, Calif., a club previously managed by KemperSports. During his tenure at Valencia Country Club, Fitzsimmons was instrumental to the financial success and continued property improvements of the club. From 2002 to 2012, Fitzsimmons supervised a $2.5 million clubhouse and amenity reconstruction project at Valencia to improve the overall food and beverage experience, increased membership sales and developed a number of new social events for the membership.
“Jim is an experienced club manager with a passion for member service and keen attention to detail,” said Steve Skinner, chief executive officer for KemperSports. “We have big plans for the Governors Club and we will look to Jim to lead the capital improvement process while improving member and guest service.”
Prior to Valencia Country Club, Fitzsimmons was involved with some of the country’s finest clubs, including Langdon Farms Golf Club in Aurora, Ore., Sweetwater Country Club in Sugarland, Texas, and Bentwater Yacht & Country Club in Montgomery, Texas.
“The Governors Club is a well-respected private club in a great Nashville community and I look forward to working with the membership as we improve the club,” said Jim Fitzsimmons, KemperSports general manager of The Governors Club.
The Governors Club is a premier private golf club community and features more than 430 custom estate residences and world-class amenities, including an Arnold Palmer Signature Design Golf Course. The aesthetically inspiring 18-hole layout, spread across 200 acres of the development, showcases scenic stone and rockwork along with waterfalls and dramatic elevation changes.
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The New Version 2.6 of Swinguru Pro Now Available
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Swinguru Pro version 2.6, the latest update to the world's first markerless 3D swing analysis software, is now available.
This version brings several new features to the software including:
• Side by side feature: you are now able to compare 2 different swings from your library, or with the Greg Havret reference swing.
• Remote Control: support for a remote control to easily use the major features of Swinguru Pro during self-use or lessons.
• Virtual balance plate update: enhanced balance plate with real position of the feet at address & a new presentation of the center of gravity path.
• Video export: automated mode to export videos for use with other video analysis software, such as V1 Pro.
• Full compatibility with Windows 8.
• Improved preferences panel.
• Ability to remove gesture control option.
• Bug fixes.
If you would like to see a preview of these new features you can check out the version 2.6 video on the Swinguru's website: www.swinguru.com
Swinguru Pro now has an automated video export to run in parallel with other video analysis software, bringing 3D data and views to your video swing analysis. For example, this video shows you how you can use Swinguru Pro alongside V1 Pro:
The new version is available for all existing customers on the Swinguru website. New users should contact Quentin (quentin@swinguru.com) to follow a demo webinar with information about the new version and to receive a customized quote.
Swinguru Pro is the world's first markerless 3D golf training system. It combines full body 3D visualisation with simple intuitive and interactive feedback for golf swing analysis. For more information's and videos, visit www.swinguru.com.
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Swinguru Pro version 2.6, the latest update to the world's first markerless 3D swing analysis software, is now available.
This version brings several new features to the software including:• Side by side feature: you are now able to compare 2 different swings from your library, or with the Greg Havret reference swing.
• Remote Control: support for a remote control to easily use the major features of Swinguru Pro during self-use or lessons.
• Virtual balance plate update: enhanced balance plate with real position of the feet at address & a new presentation of the center of gravity path.
• Video export: automated mode to export videos for use with other video analysis software, such as V1 Pro.
• Full compatibility with Windows 8.
• Improved preferences panel.
• Ability to remove gesture control option.
• Bug fixes.
If you would like to see a preview of these new features you can check out the version 2.6 video on the Swinguru's website: www.swinguru.com
Swinguru Pro now has an automated video export to run in parallel with other video analysis software, bringing 3D data and views to your video swing analysis. For example, this video shows you how you can use Swinguru Pro alongside V1 Pro:
The new version is available for all existing customers on the Swinguru website. New users should contact Quentin (quentin@swinguru.com) to follow a demo webinar with information about the new version and to receive a customized quote.
Swinguru Pro is the world's first markerless 3D golf training system. It combines full body 3D visualisation with simple intuitive and interactive feedback for golf swing analysis. For more information's and videos, visit www.swinguru.com.
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Casa de Campo Offers Golfers the Ultimate Fantasy
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Home of Teeth of the Dog, plus 45 more holes of outstanding Pete Dye designs, asks, 'How much golf can you play in four days?'
(La Romana, Dominican Republic) - Casa de Campo is dishing up the ultimate golfer’s smorgasbord, the game’s equivalent of the “all you can eat buffet,” including one of the top golf courses in the world.
“The Golf Fantasy Trip” is just that, every player’s dream come true, highlighted by limitless golf. Stay at the resort—the Caribbean’s finest—for four nights and get everything for one price. That includes as much golf as a person can play on 63 holes designed by legendary architect Pete Dye, highlighted by the infamous “Teeth of the Dog.”
Along with “The Dog”—the number-one course in the Caribbean according to Golf Digest — are three breathtaking nines at Dye Fore, spread along cliffs high above the Chavon River, and The Links, featuring spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea. Golfers partaking in the “Fantasy” play them all, as often as they would like, thanks to unlimited greens fees.
Other elements of this Golf Fantasy include:
- Four nights’ accommodations in a newly renovated elite-class room at the resort
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
- Unlimited drinks in all resort bars and restaurants, including Oasis bars and beverage carts on the golf courses
- A one-hour lesson with Eric Lillibridge, director of the on-site Jim McLean Golf School
- One round with a Casa de Campo PGA Professional
- Two sports massages at the Casa de Campo Spa
- Welcome champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries
- Complimentary use of a golf cart on property throughout the stay
- Pete Dye-autographed copy of the beautiful coffee-table book, “Pete Dye Golf Courses”
- VIP treatment through arrivals at La Romana airport, plus airport transfers, taxes, and service charges
Cost for the “Golf Fantasy,” available from Jan. 3 through March 14, 2013, is $2,799 per golfer, based on double occupancy, or $3,695 single occupancy. Accompanying non-golfers are $2,110.
This is one fantasy that easily can become a reality. For more information, call the golf reservations office at (809) 523-8215 or visit www.casadecampo.com.do.
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Home of Teeth of the Dog, plus 45 more holes of outstanding Pete Dye designs, asks, 'How much golf can you play in four days?'(La Romana, Dominican Republic) - Casa de Campo is dishing up the ultimate golfer’s smorgasbord, the game’s equivalent of the “all you can eat buffet,” including one of the top golf courses in the world.
“The Golf Fantasy Trip” is just that, every player’s dream come true, highlighted by limitless golf. Stay at the resort—the Caribbean’s finest—for four nights and get everything for one price. That includes as much golf as a person can play on 63 holes designed by legendary architect Pete Dye, highlighted by the infamous “Teeth of the Dog.”
Along with “The Dog”—the number-one course in the Caribbean according to Golf Digest — are three breathtaking nines at Dye Fore, spread along cliffs high above the Chavon River, and The Links, featuring spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea. Golfers partaking in the “Fantasy” play them all, as often as they would like, thanks to unlimited greens fees.
Other elements of this Golf Fantasy include:
- Four nights’ accommodations in a newly renovated elite-class room at the resort
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
- Unlimited drinks in all resort bars and restaurants, including Oasis bars and beverage carts on the golf courses
- A one-hour lesson with Eric Lillibridge, director of the on-site Jim McLean Golf School
- One round with a Casa de Campo PGA Professional
- Two sports massages at the Casa de Campo Spa
- Welcome champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries
- Complimentary use of a golf cart on property throughout the stay
- Pete Dye-autographed copy of the beautiful coffee-table book, “Pete Dye Golf Courses”
- VIP treatment through arrivals at La Romana airport, plus airport transfers, taxes, and service charges
Cost for the “Golf Fantasy,” available from Jan. 3 through March 14, 2013, is $2,799 per golfer, based on double occupancy, or $3,695 single occupancy. Accompanying non-golfers are $2,110.
This is one fantasy that easily can become a reality. For more information, call the golf reservations office at (809) 523-8215 or visit www.casadecampo.com.do.
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Golf Road Warriors Storm Scottsdale, Again
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Intrepid Journalists Stage Return Engagement, Vow to Leave No Golf Balls Behind
(Portland, Ore.) – Golf Media Network and The A Position.com concludes its Golf Road Warriors program for 2012 with a return visit to Scottsdale—described as “the world’s finest golf destination,” and site of a December 2011 visit. Golf Road Warriors is an interactive multi-platform golf adventure in which four journalists and a videographer create and broadcast daily original content via a collection of websites and social media that is further disseminated by sponsor partners. The content includes short travelogues, videos, and reviews of courses, restaurants, and other attractions, as well as the observations of a team of seasoned golf journalists.
Writers participating in this edition of Golf Road Warriors include Las Vegas radio and television personality Dennis Silvers; California writer Jay Stuller; Jeff Wallach, Founder and Executive Editor of The A Position; and Tom Harack, one of the most widely-traveled golf writers on the planet. The writers will play golf courses including Talking Stick, The Phoenician, Kierland Golf Club, SunRidge Canyon, and The Raven Phoenix Golf Club; get fit for new sticks at Cool Clubs; hope for improvement at a Jim McLean golf clinic; and take on hiking and culinary challenges. Their exploits will be captured on film by award-winning videographer and producer Jamie McWilliams.
Sponsors for the trip include the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, the official destination marketing partner for the city; The Antigua Group, a leader of genuine golf, sport and lifestyle apparel, which will provide daily ‘uniforms’ for the writers; Hemispheres Magazine, the award-winning in-flight publication of United Airlines; and the Salute Military Golf Association, providing rehabilitative golf experiences for wounded veterans. Several wounded veterans will join the writers for golf en route.
Check out other examples of the expansion of new media at Golf Road Warriors.com and TheAposition.com. Look for the next installment of Golf Road Warriors — an island escape to Maui — early next year.
Contact: AmericanGolferBlog@gmail.com
Intrepid Journalists Stage Return Engagement, Vow to Leave No Golf Balls Behind
(Portland, Ore.) – Golf Media Network and The A Position.com concludes its Golf Road Warriors program for 2012 with a return visit to Scottsdale—described as “the world’s finest golf destination,” and site of a December 2011 visit. Golf Road Warriors is an interactive multi-platform golf adventure in which four journalists and a videographer create and broadcast daily original content via a collection of websites and social media that is further disseminated by sponsor partners. The content includes short travelogues, videos, and reviews of courses, restaurants, and other attractions, as well as the observations of a team of seasoned golf journalists.
Writers participating in this edition of Golf Road Warriors include Las Vegas radio and television personality Dennis Silvers; California writer Jay Stuller; Jeff Wallach, Founder and Executive Editor of The A Position; and Tom Harack, one of the most widely-traveled golf writers on the planet. The writers will play golf courses including Talking Stick, The Phoenician, Kierland Golf Club, SunRidge Canyon, and The Raven Phoenix Golf Club; get fit for new sticks at Cool Clubs; hope for improvement at a Jim McLean golf clinic; and take on hiking and culinary challenges. Their exploits will be captured on film by award-winning videographer and producer Jamie McWilliams. Sponsors for the trip include the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, the official destination marketing partner for the city; The Antigua Group, a leader of genuine golf, sport and lifestyle apparel, which will provide daily ‘uniforms’ for the writers; Hemispheres Magazine, the award-winning in-flight publication of United Airlines; and the Salute Military Golf Association, providing rehabilitative golf experiences for wounded veterans. Several wounded veterans will join the writers for golf en route.
Check out other examples of the expansion of new media at Golf Road Warriors.com and TheAposition.com. Look for the next installment of Golf Road Warriors — an island escape to Maui — early next year.
Contact: AmericanGolferBlog@gmail.com
The Witch Named Winner of 'Best Value' Golf Course in Myrtle Beach Area
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(MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.) - Mystical Golf - owner and operator of three acclaimed golf courses - announces its Witch Course was named the "Best Value" of the 100-plus layouts in the entire Myrtle Beach / Grand Strand area.
The Sun News - the daily newspaper of record for the area - polled local residents and visitors about their favorite area establishments for the annual "Best of the Beach" rankings. Categories included golf facilities, restaurants, business entities and attractions.
"The Witch is a special place to tee it up and we're thrilled to be honored with the first place award in The Sun News poll, especially given the large number of courses in the area," says Claude Pardue, President and CEO. "Our reputation as the best golf value on The Grand Strand is as important to us as providing great course maintenance and unrivaled customer service."
No stranger to regional and national acclaim, The Witch has also been named "Best Value" in Myrtle Beach by GOLF Magazine and awarded 4-1/2 stars by Golf Digest. Noted as the epitome of fun, strategic golf, the par-71, 6,769-yard Dan Maples design resides on 500 acres of tranquil cypress groves and teeming wetlands.
The Mystical Golf trio of layouts also includes Man-O-War - revered for its back-to-back island greens and water features touching every hole. With a commanding 141 slope rating, the par-72, 6,967-yard layout is offset by straight-forward shots and excellent, bent-grass greens.
Reminiscent of classic, wind-swept links courses in Scotland and Ireland, The Wizard completes the trifecta and presents deep bunkers, mound-framed fairways and dramatic elevation changes. Trademark stone bridges and an Old-World, castle-style clubhouse add character to the par-72, 6,721-yard shot-maker's course.
For Mystical Golf package information: www.mysticalgolf.com, 843.282.2977.
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(MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.) - Mystical Golf - owner and operator of three acclaimed golf courses - announces its Witch Course was named the "Best Value" of the 100-plus layouts in the entire Myrtle Beach / Grand Strand area.
The Sun News - the daily newspaper of record for the area - polled local residents and visitors about their favorite area establishments for the annual "Best of the Beach" rankings. Categories included golf facilities, restaurants, business entities and attractions."The Witch is a special place to tee it up and we're thrilled to be honored with the first place award in The Sun News poll, especially given the large number of courses in the area," says Claude Pardue, President and CEO. "Our reputation as the best golf value on The Grand Strand is as important to us as providing great course maintenance and unrivaled customer service."
No stranger to regional and national acclaim, The Witch has also been named "Best Value" in Myrtle Beach by GOLF Magazine and awarded 4-1/2 stars by Golf Digest. Noted as the epitome of fun, strategic golf, the par-71, 6,769-yard Dan Maples design resides on 500 acres of tranquil cypress groves and teeming wetlands.
The Mystical Golf trio of layouts also includes Man-O-War - revered for its back-to-back island greens and water features touching every hole. With a commanding 141 slope rating, the par-72, 6,967-yard layout is offset by straight-forward shots and excellent, bent-grass greens.
Reminiscent of classic, wind-swept links courses in Scotland and Ireland, The Wizard completes the trifecta and presents deep bunkers, mound-framed fairways and dramatic elevation changes. Trademark stone bridges and an Old-World, castle-style clubhouse add character to the par-72, 6,721-yard shot-maker's course.
For Mystical Golf package information: www.mysticalgolf.com, 843.282.2977.
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26 Kasım 2012 Pazartesi
Why It won't work to just Buy the homes that are on the beach
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There have been a couple of times lately when I have responded to a comment on Eye on Dare, and my comment never shows up. That's a little frustrating, but it's not my space, so I can't really complain.
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
Dems' Outspending Reps' for State Seats
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Up to date reports filed with the North Carolina Board of Elections show that candidate Paul Tine (D) is outspending his opponent, Mattie Lawson (R) in the race for the NC District 6 House of Representatives seat by a margin of nearly 4 to 1. Both candidates are seeking their first term of office.
The records of "receipts and expenditures", available at this Internet site, show that, as of their Third Quarter Report, Tine has spent $143,284.32 to Lawson's $37,089.25. Details of each candidates' receipts and expenditures can be seen by clicking above.
For the NC District 1 Senatorial seat, incumbent Stan White (D) is outspending his opponent, Bill Cook (R) by a margin of nearly 5-1. White's expentures as of the Third Quarter Report total $243,510.24 to Cook's $51,303.80.
The records of "receipts and expenditures", available at this Internet site, show that, as of their Third Quarter Report, Tine has spent $143,284.32 to Lawson's $37,089.25. Details of each candidates' receipts and expenditures can be seen by clicking above.
For the NC District 1 Senatorial seat, incumbent Stan White (D) is outspending his opponent, Bill Cook (R) by a margin of nearly 5-1. White's expentures as of the Third Quarter Report total $243,510.24 to Cook's $51,303.80.
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Muller's Button Still Flashing
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CDC director suspended over endorsement e-mail « The Outer Banks Voice
Looks like the editors of the Outer Banks Voice haven't gotten out of bed yet. Bob Muller's incessant campaign button is still flashing over on the website. Gawd!!!...it's going to be even worse than before, having to drive down the highway this morning and see all those campaign signs. Someone is going to make big bucks selling all those metal hangers to the salvage yards.
Come on candidates, let's clean'em up! Please!
Looks like the editors of the Outer Banks Voice haven't gotten out of bed yet. Bob Muller's incessant campaign button is still flashing over on the website. Gawd!!!...it's going to be even worse than before, having to drive down the highway this morning and see all those campaign signs. Someone is going to make big bucks selling all those metal hangers to the salvage yards.
Come on candidates, let's clean'em up! Please!
Dare County Getting "Down & Dirty"
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The Dare County Tax Office has gotten "down and dirty" with the taxpayers of this county!
If you are a real property owner, who, like the vast majority people in Dare County, chose to wait and pay your 2012 taxes until later in the year (the taxes don't become delinquent until after December 30th), you probably got a bold-red-lettered, threatening bill in your mailbox today, stating it is the 2nd NOTICE FOR YOUR 2012 TAX BILL!
This is the first time Dare County has ever sent out this kind of threatening notice, and no doubt, many found it JOLTING when they opened the envelope! What is going on with the Dare County Tax Office?
Have they been instructed by the county manager or county commissioners to suck as much money as fast as they can from Dare taxpayers? There is nothing illegal about taxpayers waiting until the last minute to pay their property taxes, and given the way Dare County fritters it away, it's no wonder people hang on to their money as long as possible.
EOD, for one, never pays his annual property taxes until the end of December. And, frankly, he wonders how much money Dare County wasted by sending out these absurd, demanding notices!
The first notice, sent to each property owner in the county was sufficient enough. Why is Dare County taking such an unsavory approach to tax collection, especially given the fact that most taxpayers in the county will be soaked bad enough when the new reval figures and tax rates comes out after the first of the year!
Gee Whiz !!!
If you are a real property owner, who, like the vast majority people in Dare County, chose to wait and pay your 2012 taxes until later in the year (the taxes don't become delinquent until after December 30th), you probably got a bold-red-lettered, threatening bill in your mailbox today, stating it is the 2nd NOTICE FOR YOUR 2012 TAX BILL!
This is the first time Dare County has ever sent out this kind of threatening notice, and no doubt, many found it JOLTING when they opened the envelope! What is going on with the Dare County Tax Office?
Have they been instructed by the county manager or county commissioners to suck as much money as fast as they can from Dare taxpayers? There is nothing illegal about taxpayers waiting until the last minute to pay their property taxes, and given the way Dare County fritters it away, it's no wonder people hang on to their money as long as possible.
EOD, for one, never pays his annual property taxes until the end of December. And, frankly, he wonders how much money Dare County wasted by sending out these absurd, demanding notices!
The first notice, sent to each property owner in the county was sufficient enough. Why is Dare County taking such an unsavory approach to tax collection, especially given the fact that most taxpayers in the county will be soaked bad enough when the new reval figures and tax rates comes out after the first of the year!
Gee Whiz !!!
"Bon Voyage" Commissioner Mike Johnson
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Clearly unwilling to cancel his annual hunting trip to South Dakota, Commissioner Mike Johnson made an unusual departure last week, in vacating the District 2 seat he has held for the past eight years. Johnson had the board clerk play a farewell audio tape to the remaining six commissioners who were present and apparently thought it was the thing to do and be present and earn their monthly salary.
In the eight years Johnson has sat on the board, he has missed being absent in November only once, in 2005. Likewise, his absentee status from other board meetings throughout his tenure easily places him at the top with regards to commissioner truancy. However, the taxpayers shouldn't expect any monetary restitution to come forth from Johnson, who, from time to time, had some problems getting his county "travel" expenses in order.
Back to the audio. Johnson told each commissioner, including past ones with whom he had served how wonderful each had been to him and how much he had enjoyed serving with them, especially the deceased Hatteras Island commissioner, Joseph "Mac" Midgett, whom Johnson described as "the greatest commissioner of all time" (?????--EOD will agree that Midgett and Johnson's "thought processes", a favorite term, often used by Commissioner Allen Burrus, did seem to run along the same lines).
Johnson also praised the county employees and told them if he owned a corporation he would be proud to have any of them work for him.
In response to his remarks, Commissioner Allen Burrus said, "It's been interesting serving with him".
Commissioner Max Dutton echoed, "going to miss Mike, he always kept things very interesting, to say the least". Commissioner Jack Shea called Johnson, "a great asset to Dare County". Commissioner Virginia Tillett said Johnson was "a good board member to me" and she would miss him.
Johnson won election to the county board eight years ago, defeating Renee Cahoon, who, at the time, had alienated many taxpayers with her stance on some new schools building proposals. He ran, using a conservative Christian approach, and was later credited with initiating prayer before each board meeting, a practice which continues today.
However, as previously reported, Johnson never seemed to find his niche on the county board until the last couple of years when he became interested in, and was given a lot of credit for initiating the
"working waterman" movement in Dare County, aimed at (1) recognizing and preserving that group's longtime contribution to the county's economy, and (2) promoting the local seafood catch.
No doubt it was Johnson's love of fishing, hunting and the outdoors that drew him to the above endeavors, but it was also a kind of 'achilles heel' for him. While serving as a proxy voter on the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Council, Johnson ran into trouble double-dipping on his county travel account on several occasions and had to return monies to the county coffers.
And, who can forget Johnson's bear hunts, taken on posted county property, at the mainland landfill, where garbage fatten and corn fed trophy bears were taken, in a manner only available to a county commissioner with a key to the gate and access to county machinery to assist in dragging the bear(s) out of the landfill.
All in all, Johnson's tenure on the Dare Board of Commissioners was something to behold, but probably no where near as exciting as an annual taxpayer subsidized hunting trip to South Dakota
(subsidized, because Johnson was being paid to attend two meetings per month, all year long).
Let's see, how much $$ does that come to?
So, EOD says, "bon voyage", Commissioner Mike Johnson, we hope you bag yourself a prize prairie dog while you're out there shooting it up in the Dakotas. And, why not bring one home to each commissioner while you're at it?
Bob Woodard of Kill Devil Hills will be sworn in to replace Johnson at the December meeting, and he will have some interesting hunting boots to fill. No doubt. 'Nuff said.
Footnote: An inquiry by EOD to the chairman of the county board of commissioners about Johnson's November absence has gone unanswered.
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| Commissioner Mike Johnson |
Back to the audio. Johnson told each commissioner, including past ones with whom he had served how wonderful each had been to him and how much he had enjoyed serving with them, especially the deceased Hatteras Island commissioner, Joseph "Mac" Midgett, whom Johnson described as "the greatest commissioner of all time" (?????--EOD will agree that Midgett and Johnson's "thought processes", a favorite term, often used by Commissioner Allen Burrus, did seem to run along the same lines).
Johnson also praised the county employees and told them if he owned a corporation he would be proud to have any of them work for him.
In response to his remarks, Commissioner Allen Burrus said, "It's been interesting serving with him".
Commissioner Max Dutton echoed, "going to miss Mike, he always kept things very interesting, to say the least". Commissioner Jack Shea called Johnson, "a great asset to Dare County". Commissioner Virginia Tillett said Johnson was "a good board member to me" and she would miss him.
Johnson won election to the county board eight years ago, defeating Renee Cahoon, who, at the time, had alienated many taxpayers with her stance on some new schools building proposals. He ran, using a conservative Christian approach, and was later credited with initiating prayer before each board meeting, a practice which continues today.
However, as previously reported, Johnson never seemed to find his niche on the county board until the last couple of years when he became interested in, and was given a lot of credit for initiating the
"working waterman" movement in Dare County, aimed at (1) recognizing and preserving that group's longtime contribution to the county's economy, and (2) promoting the local seafood catch.
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| Landfill bear hunting trips on posted county property were a favorite of past time of Commisioner Mike Johnson while in office. |
And, who can forget Johnson's bear hunts, taken on posted county property, at the mainland landfill, where garbage fatten and corn fed trophy bears were taken, in a manner only available to a county commissioner with a key to the gate and access to county machinery to assist in dragging the bear(s) out of the landfill.
All in all, Johnson's tenure on the Dare Board of Commissioners was something to behold, but probably no where near as exciting as an annual taxpayer subsidized hunting trip to South Dakota
(subsidized, because Johnson was being paid to attend two meetings per month, all year long).
Let's see, how much $$ does that come to?
So, EOD says, "bon voyage", Commissioner Mike Johnson, we hope you bag yourself a prize prairie dog while you're out there shooting it up in the Dakotas. And, why not bring one home to each commissioner while you're at it?
Bob Woodard of Kill Devil Hills will be sworn in to replace Johnson at the December meeting, and he will have some interesting hunting boots to fill. No doubt. 'Nuff said.
Footnote: An inquiry by EOD to the chairman of the county board of commissioners about Johnson's November absence has gone unanswered.
25 Kasım 2012 Pazar
Amazon-Saving the Environment
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I love the Russian "nesting dolls". An interesting concept of a very old school artisan craft, now long gone, (like old Swiss watch mechanism's or real German nutcrackers).
But Amazon takes the nesting "cake". The bottom box contained those air filled plastic shipping bladders, which were securing the smaller box. The smaller box contained yet more air bladder cushions which in turn held the very small camcorder battery on the inside.
A company named after a river that flows through some of the most ecologically important habitat on the planet should think a tad more about the waste in their shipping.
I love the Russian "nesting dolls". An interesting concept of a very old school artisan craft, now long gone, (like old Swiss watch mechanism's or real German nutcrackers).
But Amazon takes the nesting "cake". The bottom box contained those air filled plastic shipping bladders, which were securing the smaller box. The smaller box contained yet more air bladder cushions which in turn held the very small camcorder battery on the inside.
A company named after a river that flows through some of the most ecologically important habitat on the planet should think a tad more about the waste in their shipping.
Skeeter's Redux
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My third "Asian" night at Skeeter's on Colington Road. This has to be the among the best kept OBX secrets among locals and the few tourists who have discovered this restaurant.
So tonight I sent in two orders of fried pork wontons. Scarfed them right down.
A third appetizer was described merely as "Asian scallops". I have no idea what the spices were, or the white sauce drizzled on each. I could tell they were pan seared, and perfectly executed. And the combination of spices and drizzle made them fall easily into the the Top 5 scallop dishes I have ever had the pleasure to consume.
I am serious folks..you need to visit, adopt, and support this restaurant. I've heard the same praises from those who prefer Wednesday Taco's or Friday Prime Rib. Give these guys the props they dserve!
My third "Asian" night at Skeeter's on Colington Road. This has to be the among the best kept OBX secrets among locals and the few tourists who have discovered this restaurant.
So tonight I sent in two orders of fried pork wontons. Scarfed them right down.
A third appetizer was described merely as "Asian scallops". I have no idea what the spices were, or the white sauce drizzled on each. I could tell they were pan seared, and perfectly executed. And the combination of spices and drizzle made them fall easily into the the Top 5 scallop dishes I have ever had the pleasure to consume.
I am serious folks..you need to visit, adopt, and support this restaurant. I've heard the same praises from those who prefer Wednesday Taco's or Friday Prime Rib. Give these guys the props they dserve!
The Original Rhondell's
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Bill Deal passed away in 2003, and sometime co-vocalist Fat Ammons has his own gig, but various former members of Bill Deal and the Rhondel's are still playing that old beach music and sound fantastic under the name "The Original Rhondels". The two horn players on the far right were in the very original group and are on all of their three national hits: "May I", 'What Kind of Fool" and "I've Been Hurt".
Bill Deal passed away in 2003, and sometime co-vocalist Fat Ammons has his own gig, but various former members of Bill Deal and the Rhondel's are still playing that old beach music and sound fantastic under the name "The Original Rhondels". The two horn players on the far right were in the very original group and are on all of their three national hits: "May I", 'What Kind of Fool" and "I've Been Hurt".
OBX Hurricane Prepardness-A Local's Tips
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Outer Bankers pride themselves on taking approaching hurricanes in stride. Currently, a well developed Category 4 is on the way. Here is a mental and actual checklist OBXers go through as a storm approaches.
House Protection:
OBXers use a variety of protection devices, including plywood, wood shutters, and in my case, prefabricated panels. As you can see from this picture, it is important that your panels be safely stacked in a corner of each deck, preferably opposite of the prevailing hurricane wind. Make sure they are well secured, like these are, with multiple bungee cords or other restraining devices. Otherwise, they might damage a neighbor's house, or worse, blow away.
If you believe you have gotten your money's worth from the five consecutive annual 15% increases in your wind and hail premiums, you might want to install your protective devices. Otherwise, place tarp over objets d'art, widescreen TV's, your fishing citations and leave the panels stacked where they are. Your check from the insurance Gods will arrive. Someday. Maybe. It's the only chance you'll ever get some of that money back.
Water:
You need to store some potable water.
Looks good to me. Check.
Lay in supplies. Outer Bankers understand what is important. See how empty the Harris-Teeter lot is 48 hours from the projected brush-by?
Now, see where the real line is?
Don't laugh. As electrical service may be interrupted, bread, which is composed of cereal grains makes for an easy meal. Beer, on the other hand, includes many of the same grains, plus water, supplying two vital live-giving resources at one time.
Fruits are also important to your diet, and will keep without refrigeration, if no other option is available. White fruits, by the way, don't taste as good when warm.
As are ingredients for bourbon steak (cooked on a grill, of course), rum cakes (baked in a gas oven) and tequila over glass (no cooking required). No need to rough it just because the power grid has failed.
And of course, your freezer will keep food for several days without power-- if you refrain from opening it often or for extended periods of time. Fatty foods such as these can be cooked on a grill, maintain body weight and slow down the circulation of blood, making your heart beat much slower in times of stress.
Finally, dried vegetable and plant matter has a long shelf life. These can be chewed, smoked (but not during the storm as they burn too quickly in 100 mph winds). Keep some handy.
And be safe.
- Is Jim Cantore of The Weather Channel here yet? This doesn't indicate a big one is imminent, but local females enjoy seeking out the "weather stud" while he is working. In fact, if Cantore is here, it's a good bet the storm will be minor.
- OBX males ask, at these times, why is there no Fox Weather Channel sending correspondents that look like their News channel reporters and anchors.
- Is the onrushing hurricane liberal, conservative, or religious? This must be determined quickly. A left leaning hurricane is bad news, as it moves west (obviously trying to find California) and leaves behind it a mass of destruction allowing politicians to bestow newly minted billions on the local economy. Right-leaning hurricanes move east, costing the taxpayers nothing. Religious hurricanes heed the call of the Rev. Pat Robertson and smite some other town, most likely one that recognizes gay marriages or allows dancing. On rare occasions, a "centrist" hurricane makes landfall, leaving everyone feeling empty.
House Protection:
OBXers use a variety of protection devices, including plywood, wood shutters, and in my case, prefabricated panels. As you can see from this picture, it is important that your panels be safely stacked in a corner of each deck, preferably opposite of the prevailing hurricane wind. Make sure they are well secured, like these are, with multiple bungee cords or other restraining devices. Otherwise, they might damage a neighbor's house, or worse, blow away.
If you believe you have gotten your money's worth from the five consecutive annual 15% increases in your wind and hail premiums, you might want to install your protective devices. Otherwise, place tarp over objets d'art, widescreen TV's, your fishing citations and leave the panels stacked where they are. Your check from the insurance Gods will arrive. Someday. Maybe. It's the only chance you'll ever get some of that money back.
Water:
You need to store some potable water.
Looks good to me. Check.
Lay in supplies. Outer Bankers understand what is important. See how empty the Harris-Teeter lot is 48 hours from the projected brush-by?
Now, see where the real line is?
Don't laugh. As electrical service may be interrupted, bread, which is composed of cereal grains makes for an easy meal. Beer, on the other hand, includes many of the same grains, plus water, supplying two vital live-giving resources at one time.
Fruits are also important to your diet, and will keep without refrigeration, if no other option is available. White fruits, by the way, don't taste as good when warm.
As are ingredients for bourbon steak (cooked on a grill, of course), rum cakes (baked in a gas oven) and tequila over glass (no cooking required). No need to rough it just because the power grid has failed.
And of course, your freezer will keep food for several days without power-- if you refrain from opening it often or for extended periods of time. Fatty foods such as these can be cooked on a grill, maintain body weight and slow down the circulation of blood, making your heart beat much slower in times of stress.
Finally, dried vegetable and plant matter has a long shelf life. These can be chewed, smoked (but not during the storm as they burn too quickly in 100 mph winds). Keep some handy.
And be safe.
Why It won't work to just Buy the homes that are on the beach
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There have been a couple of times lately when I have responded to a comment on Eye on Dare, and my comment never shows up. That's a little frustrating, but it's not my space, so I can't really complain.
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
But some recent posts have suggested that we buy the homes that are currently on the beach, and when my response wasn't printed - well, I guess you always win an argument if you only show one side. There's also the anonymous person who says I'm a swindler, and they won't shop in Nags Head anymore, or buy anything from a business owner that supports beach nourishment. Too bad they don't have the courage to put their name out there.
So I've restarted this blog, after a long rest. These are my opinions and thoughts, not the Town of Nags Head or any of my partners. I hope to use this blog as a tool to work on two current committees, the Beach Road committee and the Beach Plan committee, and I'll be posting notes from recent meetings to stir discussion here.
Anyway, here's my response to buying and moving the homes currently on the beach:
It's not about the houses that are on the beach right now. There's no doubt we could buy the homes that are on the public beach right now.
But follow this method of dealing with erosion for the next 50 years, and where do you end up? At the beach road, just like in Kitty Hawk, with no oceanfront homes to generate the tax dollars that feed
Nags Head is just first in line to address the biggest short and long term problem for the whole county, erosion. As a community, we've wallowed at a crossroads for the past 20 years. I hope we can make a choice now on a consistent and effective way to minimize the damage from erosion.
As far as being a swindle, well, in a swindle, you don't know what's happening. In the erosion issue, there's so much information it's overwhelming.Start with the EIS on the Town website, www.townofnagshead.net. This has been an open discussion all the way through. Shucks, Ray posted my draft plan on Eye on Dare before I gave it to my Board. Just because there is disagreement doesn't have to mean there can't be a polite and public discussion. I don't think anonymity encourages politeness, so if you would like your comment posted, please offer your name. Yes, I'll post all of them, even the ones that disagree. I think you frequently learn the most from the folks that honestly disagree, and you learn their assumptions, and question your own premises. It's healthy.
Bob O
24 Kasım 2012 Cumartesi
2011 Village Realty Employee of the Year
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One of the very telling things about nominations for employee awards is who does the nominating. Being nominated by people yuo work directly with as well as those in other departments says a lot. Many times there are two or three nominations for the same person. This years winner received eight. Here are some excerpts from the nominations:
She makes coming to work a pleasure. She is always here to listen and guide us and always gives 150%."
"She keeps everyone's hopes and heads held high"
"She deserves this award because of the long hours and extreme dedication she has shown"
Christine Sawyer has been with Village Realty for five years. During most of that time she excelled as a vacation specialist in the rental department. This spring she accepted a new position as Manger of the Administrative Department at our Guest Operations office in Nags Head. This means she is in charge of the group of people who take and dispatch all of the maintenance calls that come in every day.
It is a very demanding position and Chris clearly led her team through a very busy summer...including a hurricane evacuation and securing of homes...successfully and with glowing reviews from her peers.
Christine Sawyer is the Village Realty Employee of the Year for 2011.
She makes coming to work a pleasure. She is always here to listen and guide us and always gives 150%."
"She keeps everyone's hopes and heads held high"
"She deserves this award because of the long hours and extreme dedication she has shown"
Christine Sawyer has been with Village Realty for five years. During most of that time she excelled as a vacation specialist in the rental department. This spring she accepted a new position as Manger of the Administrative Department at our Guest Operations office in Nags Head. This means she is in charge of the group of people who take and dispatch all of the maintenance calls that come in every day.
It is a very demanding position and Chris clearly led her team through a very busy summer...including a hurricane evacuation and securing of homes...successfully and with glowing reviews from her peers.
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| Bob Oakes, President of Village Realty and Christine Sawyer |
Christine Sawyer is the Village Realty Employee of the Year for 2011.
Milford NJ resident wins in 2011 Outer Banks Photo Contest
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NAGS HEAD, N.C. - Diane Heitmann of Milford, N.J., was named winner of the Pets category in the 2011 Outer Banks Photo Contest, sponsored by Outer Banks-based Village Realty.
Heitmann's photo, submitted in the Fluffy and Fido category, depicts her golden retriever resting on the sand with a stars and stripes beach ball. The photo was taken on July 4th on the Outer Banks.
The Village Realty judges, especially the dog lovers, fell in love with the photo. The photo will be used on the www.petfriendlyobx.com website.
As winner in the Pets category, Heitmann received $150 toward a stay in a Village Realty's Outer Banks vacation rental home in 2012.
The 2012 Outer Banks Photo Contest will begin in April and will run through the end of September. No purchase is necessary to enter. Go to www.obxphotocontest.com for details.
Heitmann's photo, submitted in the Fluffy and Fido category, depicts her golden retriever resting on the sand with a stars and stripes beach ball. The photo was taken on July 4th on the Outer Banks.The Village Realty judges, especially the dog lovers, fell in love with the photo. The photo will be used on the www.petfriendlyobx.com website.
As winner in the Pets category, Heitmann received $150 toward a stay in a Village Realty's Outer Banks vacation rental home in 2012.
The 2012 Outer Banks Photo Contest will begin in April and will run through the end of September. No purchase is necessary to enter. Go to www.obxphotocontest.com for details.
Ashley Bales of Richmond VA named winner in 2011 Outer Banks Photo Contest
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NAGS HEAD, N.C. - Ashley Bales of Richmond, Va., was named a winner in the 2011 Outer Banks Photo Contest, sponsored by Outer Banks-based Village Realty.
Bales' photo won the top prize in the "Mancation or Divacation" category. The photo depicts seven women sitting by the ocean on the Outer Banks. Bales captioned her photo: "Bachelorette weekend at the Outer Banks. A taste of heaven."
The Village Realty judges said: "We hope all these "divas" were as relaxed and happy as this photo looks like they were. Each of us could picture ourselves sitting right there with them."
Bales won a $100 gift certificate good towards a stay at a Village Realty vacation rental.
The 2012 Outer Banks Photo Contest will begin in April and will run through the end of September. No purchase is necessary to enter. Go to www.obxphotocontest.com for details.
Village Realty Management & Services, located on North Carolina's beautiful Outer Banks, is a locally owned and managed company specializing in vacation rentals, real estate sales and association management services. The company has two vacation rental offices located in Nags Head and Corolla and offers rentals in Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills and Corolla, ranging from rentals on the golf course to large homes with oceanfront vistas.
For more information:
Photo Contest: http://www.obxphotocontest.com/
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/OBXVacations
Village Realty: http://www.villagerealtyobx.com/
Bales' photo won the top prize in the "Mancation or Divacation" category. The photo depicts seven women sitting by the ocean on the Outer Banks. Bales captioned her photo: "Bachelorette weekend at the Outer Banks. A taste of heaven."The Village Realty judges said: "We hope all these "divas" were as relaxed and happy as this photo looks like they were. Each of us could picture ourselves sitting right there with them."
Bales won a $100 gift certificate good towards a stay at a Village Realty vacation rental.
The 2012 Outer Banks Photo Contest will begin in April and will run through the end of September. No purchase is necessary to enter. Go to www.obxphotocontest.com for details.
Village Realty Management & Services, located on North Carolina's beautiful Outer Banks, is a locally owned and managed company specializing in vacation rentals, real estate sales and association management services. The company has two vacation rental offices located in Nags Head and Corolla and offers rentals in Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills and Corolla, ranging from rentals on the golf course to large homes with oceanfront vistas.
For more information:
Photo Contest: http://www.obxphotocontest.com/
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/OBXVacations
Village Realty: http://www.villagerealtyobx.com/
Friends of Jockey's Ridge
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The 4th Annual George Barnes Oyster Roast was originally scheduled to be held last weekend at Jockey's Ridge State Park parking lot. Neighbors and friends of Jockey's Ridge have been gathering annually to shuck, bag, help plant and create new environments for oysters in the Pamlico Sound. This year, however...due to inclement weather the entire weekend the non-profit organization "Friends of Jockey's Ridge" decided to simply give the abundance of oysters away, to anyone willing to come shuck their own, in a FREE Oyster Roast hosted last evening (Thursday, March 8th) at Pamlico Jack's Restaurant at MP 15.5 in Nags Head on the sound.
Oh we were willing! With live music performed outside on the Rum Jumper's Pirate's deck by "Low Pressure" featuring the talented Chris Toolan, our own Maslin Seal & Dale Henderson performing familiar deck-party cover tunes combined with the clear and balmy sunset, the entire event offered a wonderful gathering for locals and visitors to mingle, eat roasted oysters with a little Tabasco sauce, or freshly squeezed lemon and feel that sense of Outer Banks community.
For more information on how to join or donate funds to the "Friends of Jockey's Ridge" and help preserve the dune environment of our magnificent ever-evolving State Park, please call (252) 441-7132 or visit www.jockeysridgestatepark.com. Be sure to visit Jockey's Ridge while you're here on vacation. We are proud to say it's the tallest natural sand dune system in the Eastern United States...it's a place like no other!
If you would like to have "Low Pressure" perform at your next gathering...call Chris Toolan (252) 205-1267, or find them on facebook https://www.facebook.com/lpobx.
The 4th Annual George Barnes Oyster Roast was originally scheduled to be held last weekend at Jockey's Ridge State Park parking lot. Neighbors and friends of Jockey's Ridge have been gathering annually to shuck, bag, help plant and create new environments for oysters in the Pamlico Sound. This year, however...due to inclement weather the entire weekend the non-profit organization "Friends of Jockey's Ridge" decided to simply give the abundance of oysters away, to anyone willing to come shuck their own, in a FREE Oyster Roast hosted last evening (Thursday, March 8th) at Pamlico Jack's Restaurant at MP 15.5 in Nags Head on the sound. | |
| Friends of Jockey's Ridge gather for Free Oyster Roast at Pamlico's Jacks (March 8th, 2012) |
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| "Low Pressure" performing Live at Rum Jumper's |
It was casual, fun, heartwarming and the sunset was spectacular! Chris Toolan announced to all gathered, just as the first oysters hit the shucking table, "We have some really important people to thank for attending this evening's event..and that is everyone here!"
For more information on how to join or donate funds to the "Friends of Jockey's Ridge" and help preserve the dune environment of our magnificent ever-evolving State Park, please call (252) 441-7132 or visit www.jockeysridgestatepark.com. Be sure to visit Jockey's Ridge while you're here on vacation. We are proud to say it's the tallest natural sand dune system in the Eastern United States...it's a place like no other!
If you would like to have "Low Pressure" perform at your next gathering...call Chris Toolan (252) 205-1267, or find them on facebook https://www.facebook.com/lpobx.
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