March 8, 2024

Spring Forward Into Brighter Days Ahead!

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 10th, at 2 a.m. Remember to set your clocks forward one hour before bedtime and embrace the longer days ahead.

And while you are at it, use this opportunity to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. If you are unable to check your detectors or need any assistance, give the KDH Fire Department a call at 252-480-4060.

Maintaining your detectors is an easy practice that could save your life.

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 10th, at 2 a.m. Remember to set your clocks forward one hour before bedtime and embrace the longer days ahead. And while you are at it, use this opportunity to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. If you are unable to check your detectors or need any assistance, give the KDH Fire Department a call at 252-480-4060. Maintaining your detectors is an easy step that could save your life.

Smoke alarms are a key part of a home fire escape plan. When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast. Working smoke alarms give you early warning so you can get outside quickly.

A closed door may slow the spread of smoke, heat and fire. Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room and outside each separate sleeping area. Install alarms on every level of the home.
Smoke alarms should be interconnected. When one sounds, they all sound.
Large homes may need extra smoke alarms.
Test your smoke alarms at least once a month. Press the test button to be sure the alarm is working.
Today’s smoke alarms will be more technologically advanced to respond to a multitude of fire conditions, yet mitigate false alarms.
When a smoke alarm sounds, get outside and stay outside.
Replace all smoke alarms in your home every 10 years.

Mayor John Windley recently welcomed members of a delegation from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Germany to Kill Devil Hills. The Mayor of Anklam, in Germany, was in attendance. The City of Anklam has historical aviation connections with Kill Devil Hills. In 1891, Otto Lilienthal, a mechanical engineer born in Anklam, achieved the first reproducibly safe gliding flight (now known as hang gliding). Much like Kill Devil Hills is known as the birthplace of aviation, Anklam is known as the birthplace of the “Glider King.” The Wright Brothers credit Otto Lilienthal and his advancements for their success in achieving the first heavier-than-air powered flight. Mayor Windley and the delegation formed a new international relationship to build upon. (We think Mayor Windley introducing the delegation to shrimp and grits really helped seal the deal.) Members of the delegation that were in attendance include Patrick Dahlemann, Head of the State Chancellery; Juliane Rinas, Head of Division International Relations; Alexander Zysno, Personal Assistant to the Head of the State Chancellery; Michael Galander, Mayor of Hanseatic City Anklam; Dr. Susanne Bocher, Museum Director Mirow Castle.

Did you know that you can adopt animals through the Town’s Animal Control Division? Meet Bella! She’s a super sweet dog currently in the Town's care and she’s looking for a fur-ever family. Bella is approximately 5 years old and is a lab/beagle mix. She has lots of energy and even more love to give! If you’re interested in meeting/adopting Bella, please contact the KDH Animal Control Office at 252-480-4047.

Save the Date for Trash Attack!: You can help make KDH a cleaner and brighter place by joining your neighbors on Saturday, March 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., to pick up litter around our Town.

Spring Forward Into Brighter Days Ahead!

KDH Welcomes German Delegation

New Board of Commissioners Member

Adopt Your New Best Friend!

Register to participate in Trash Attack!

2024 Advanced Solid Waste

Collection Schedule