November 24, 2025

Planned Temporary Road Closure - Swan Street

There is a temporary road closure on Swan Street between the intersections of W. Martin Street and Airstrip Road, for utility and roadway improvements by Hatchell Concrete Inc. The closure is expected to end by 4:00 p.m. tomorrow, November 25.  The street will remain open for local access to homes from both W. Martin Street south of the closure and Airstrip Road north of the closure. 

Should you have any questions, please contact the Public Services Department, at 252-480-4080. 

From Dare County Health and Human Services:

Community Friendsgiving Meal Open to All on Saturday November 29, 2025

The Dare County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is partnering with several local businesses to host a Community Friendsgiving on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Families and friends are invited to join in fellowship and enjoy a free four-course meal from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Dare County Youth Center at Family Recreation Park located at 602 Mustian Street in Kill Devil Hills. 

“In the spirit of gratitude and giving thanks, the goal of this event is to provide a warm and delicious meal for up to 2,000 people,” said DHHS Director Dr. Sheila Davies. “Times are challenging and this will be a great afternoon of food and fellowship.”

To-go containers will be available so that meals can be picked up and delivered to someone who isn’t able to attend, such as the elderly and homebound community members. This kid-friendly community dinner is open to all and guests can feel free to drop in anytime.

“This event would not be possible without the help of our generous sponsors,” continued Davies. “We are grateful for the support from The Roadside Bar & Grill, Metro Rentals, Sysco Outer Banks, Outer Banks Women’s Club, and Roanoke Island Women's Club”.

For more information, please contact Clif Ragland at clif.ragland@darenc.gov or 252.475.5076.

4 Tips to Gobble Up for a Safe Thanksgiving

Stay Safe While Cooking

The kitchen is the heart of your Thanksgiving, but it’s also a common place for accidents. Cooking fires in homes occur more often on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year.

Keep safety front and center and follow these guidelines when cooking:

• Never leave your pan unattended.
• Keep a fire extinguisher on hand.
• Keep flammable items away from the stove.
• Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove so no one can bump them or pull them over.
• Keep a pan lid or baking sheet nearby so you can cover the pan if it catches on fire.
• For additional tips, visit the U.S. Fire Administration’s Cooking Fire Safety webpage.

There are many sources of potential accidental burns in the home, and they’re not just caused by a fire. Visit Ready.gov for tips on preventing and treating minor burns.

Home Heating Safety

While we are in the midst of changing seasons and fluctuating temperatures, it’s important to make sure your home heating system is in good working order. Make sure your home heating system is inspected by a professional to ensure it is in proper working order.

If you’re using wood stoves, fireplaces or space heaters, keep them at a safe distance from flammable materials and never leave them unattended. Maintain your heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected prior to use each year.

Travel Safety

If you’re hitting the road for Thanksgiving, ensure you are well-prepared for what travels lay ahead. Make sure your car is in good working order for a road trip, pack an emergency preparedness kit and check the weather before departing. If you are traveling alone, be sure to share your travel plans with someone and take plenty of breaks throughout your journey to ensure you’re fully rested and alert.

For current road conditions from NCDOT, visit drivenc.gov or follow NCDOT on Twitter or Facebook.

Holiday Online Shopping Safety

While Thanksgiving is a time to be with friends and family, it also heralds the holiday shopping season. While shopping for Black Friday deals, only visit reputable websites and don’t click suspicious links or emails, including unverified merchants on social media.

It’s also important to protect yourself by using strong, unique passwords for each account you’re using while shopping online. Finally, keep your devices secured by using the latest software available.

For additional holiday online shopping tips, visit Shopping Safely Online | CISA.

Thanksgiving is a time for togetherness and ensuring safety is a crucial part of the celebration. By following these tips, you can have a wonderful Thanksgiving while keeping those you care about safe and secure. 

2024-2025 Community Appearance Awards

At the November 12, 2025, Board of Commissioners Meeting, the Community Appearance Commission (CAC) presented its 2024-2025 Community Appearance Awards.  The biennial awards were established to honor the businesses that go above and beyond to improve the appearance of our community. Following its nominee selection process, the CAC reviewed the nominees for the following categories: Most Improved, Multi-Unti Complex, and Best Overall.

Criteria for the awards include the building, general maintenance, and cleanliness, landscaping, harmony with its surroundings, lighting, parking, amenities, and overall impression of the site.

2024-2025 Most Improved – nominees:

• Clark Street Corner, Noosa Scoops, Ocean Sands Hotel

Winner: Ocean Sands Hotel

2024-2025 Multi-Unit Complex – nominees:

• Cozy Carolina, Salty Sister Boutique, Slice Pizzeria

Winner: Slice Pizzeria

2024-2025 Best Overall – nominees:

• Cypress House, Mom’s Sweet Shop, Styon’s Surveying

Winner: Cypress House

The Town salutes and congratulates the nominees and winners.  These Kill Devil Hills businesses are all appealing and attractive, and embody a sense of community and pride: outstanding qualities for others to emulate. 

KDH Holiday Happenings

Holiday Donation Drive

collecting items through December 15, 2025

This holiday season, the Town of Kill Devil Hills is collecting donations to benefit the Beach Food Pantry and Toys for Tots. 

Our community always shines its brightest when it comes to helping one another. Please join us in supporting these two organizations that make a tremendous difference for local families.

As we gather with loved ones and celebrate the season of giving, we’re reminded that not all families in our community have the comfort of full cupboards or gifts beneath the tree. For some, the holidays bring added stress and uncertainty. But together, we can change that.

Every item donated, whether a can of soup, a bag of rice, a new toy, or a hygiene kit for a teenager, is a shared reminder that in this community, no one is forgotten and no one is alone.

This year, let’s fill shelves, warm hearts, and lift one another up. Your generosity can help ensure local families have a nourishing meal to enjoy and that our youth experience the joy and excitement of opening a gift meant just for them.

Please consider donating between now and December 15, 2025.

Donation boxes are located at:

• KDH Town Hall/Police Department Lobby – 102 Town Hall Drive
• KDH Fire Dept. – 1630 N. Croatan Hwy.
• KDH Recycle Center – 701 Bermuda Bay Blvd.

Together, we can make this holiday season one of comfort, joy, and community.

If you’re unable to donate, but still want to help, please consider spreading the word to inspire others to join in.  

Santa at the Wright Lights Illumination

Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, KDH

Create everlasting memories this holiday season by joining us for a fun evening with:

• Popcorn & an outdoor Christmas movie (Elf)
• Cookies & hot chocolate (Thank you to Publix and KDH Front Porch Cafe!)
• Sleigh rides around the beautifully decorated Frog Pond
• Live music provided by the First Flight Choirs
• Food available for purchase from Outer Banks Catering & Events Food Truck
• And the big man himself. . . SANTA CLAUS! (Don’t forget a camera!)

This is a FREE event; however, we kindly ask that attendees bring a donation to benefit Toys for Tots and/or the Beach Food Pantry. 

Breakfast with Heroes

Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

KDH Fire Station: 1630 N. Croatan Highway

Join local first responders from the Kill Devil Hills Fire and Police Departments and Dare County EMS for a free breakfast including pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee.

While this is a free event, we kindly encourage attendees to bring a donation to support either Toys for Tots or the Beach Food Pantry.