Foremost on everyone’s minds in the week past was Hurricane Arthur. With the Outer Banks at full capacity, and Arthur’s surprise development into a category 2 hurricane, everyone was concerned for the safety of our visitors and the potential for the summer season to be cut short for many parts of the Outer Banks if the storm damage was significant. However, the Outer Banks faired extremely well this time. Arthur’s top wind gust hit 101 miles per hour, but there were no deaths or injuries. Other than some Sound side flooding in Hatteras, Manteo, and the Dare County Mainland, damage caused by the storm was minimal, and things were back to business as usual very quickly. We are all counting our blessings as of this writing.
The real estate market remains steady, and the typical summer sales hiatus is now underway. We continue to show property nearly every weekend, but over all things are relatively slow for sales right now.
This month, you will find enclosed along with some interesting articles, a calendar of events for the Duck Town park. If you are in town, you should take advantage of the summer concert series and other offerings. Additionally, please make note that the Whalehead Club is also hosting a summer concert series every Tuesday from 5:30 pm until 8pm and Wine Festivals every Wednesday for a $25 admission. We hope to see you soon!
