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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
WUNC's Laura Leslie is standing in the cold
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Frank keeps his eye on the boat in Wanchese harbor
July 20, 2009 by Kevin Dayhoff
Frank keeps his eye on the boat in the harbor in Wanchese, Roanoke Island, Outer Banks, North Carolina.
20090720 sdosm Frank keeps his eye on the boat in Wanchese harbor
Monday, July 20, 2009
Squirrel underpants
Sunday, July 19, 2009
I found these at the Grandy Greenhouse and Farm Market in Grandy, NC, as one approaches the Outer Banks.
The number of practical applications for such a product are only limited by an avid imagination…
http://twitpic.com/b1ec7 Squirrel underpants - I found these at the Grandy Greenhouse and Farm Market in Grandy, NC http://tinyurl.com/l8nvv7
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Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Flying in to Charlotte airport… Not quite like the Beatles’ song, but nevertheless…
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is owned and operated by the City of Charlotte and dates back to 1936. When it was first built, one of it claims to fame, according the airport’s web site history, in 1936, it that “it was a modern and spacious airport equipped with a radio beam.”
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Monday, October 20, 2008
We had joy, we had fun, we had sidewalks in the sun
EAGLE ARCHIVE By Kevin Dayhoff Posted on http://www.explorecarroll.com/ 10/17/08
I'm writing this week's column within feet of the Atlantic Ocean in Nags Head, N.C.
And I mean, literally, "feet from the ocean." Our unit is one of the older ones built here and was, in hindsight, probably too close to the water. Yet it has managed to not yet be washed into the sea.
If you listen carefully while reading this, that is the sound of the ocean in the background.
Life is so hard ...
Many folks from Carroll County vacation on the Outer Banks in places such as Duck, Kill Devil Hills, Ocracoke, Kitty Hawk, Corolla and Manteo. Of course, most people come down here in the summer. (Which is why I like the Outer Banks in the off-season. It is way less crowded.)
Of course, I can't get away from history -- the Outer Banks is rich in history, lighthouses, scenery and miles of pristine beaches.
The Banks was the site of the first attempt at an English settlement on Roanoke Island in 1585.
Nags Head was first established in the 1830s, by a planter by the name of Francis Nixon. Hotels sprang up on the Outer Banks as early as the 1838. The first oceanfront cottages were built around 1855, by an investor named Dr. W. G. Pool, who bought 50 acres of oceanfront property for $30.
During the Civil War, on Dec. 30, 1862, a gale off Cape Hatteras sank the Union ironclad USS Monitor.
The Outer Banks is also where Orville and Wilbur Wright became the first to pilot a mechanically driven, heavier than air, machine about 120 feet, for 12 seconds, on Dec. 17, 1903.
OK, that's enough out-of-Carroll history. Many readers might be surprised to learn that Westminster was promoted 120 years ago as a summer vacation destination.
A promotional piece published by Vanderford Bros. on Jan. 1, 1887, and called to my attention by historian Jay Graybeal, included a section entitled, "(Westminster) as a Summer Resort"
Those who have been following recent discussions in Westminster Common Council meetings about efforts to maintain our streets would be fascinated to learn that the current struggle is not new. The 1887 promotion read, in part:
"The streets are lighted by gas, and are wide and straight. They have recently been graded and the sidewalks been relaid to conform to a uniform grade.
"On several of the outlying streets, much new paving has been done, and the work will begin anew in the spring. A proposition for paving the beds of the streets has been considered for some time, and the Mayor and Common Council, by a vote of the people, are authorized to have the work done when a suitable plan is decided upon ..."
"In short, Westminster is a live town, filled with an active, industrious, and thrifty population, that is unsurpassed for intelligence, skill and business energy.
"Altogether there is no more desirable place for business, for a comfortable, healthful and convenient permanent residence, or for the summer's sojourn, than Westminster."
All we need is a lighthouse.
Read the entire column here: We had joy, we had fun, we had sidewalks in the sun
http://explorecarroll.com/community/1289/we-had-joy-we-had-fun-we-had-sidewalks-sun/
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War driving in Nags Head NC – The Scream
October 10 – 19, 2008
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I’m back home now – and I’m fine. Really I am. I’m told the twitching will stop soon…
20081019 War driving in Nags Head NC The Scream
Monday, July 21, 2008
20080721 Nags Head Outer Banks North Carolina The Three Lifeguards
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20080721 Nags Head Outer Banks North Carolina The Three Lifeguards
Virginian Pilot: Tropical Storm Cristobal grazes coast, mostly skips wildfires
20080721 Virginian Pilot: Tropical Storm Cristobal grazes coast, mostly skips wildfires
By Alicia P.Q. Wittmeyer The Virginian-Pilot © July 21, 2008
The first tropical storm of the season to threaten the United States grazed the Outer Banks, bringing some showers and wind but saving most of its fury for the Atlantic Ocean to the east.
"There is little to nothing on land now," National Weather Service meteorologist Mike Rusnak said about 9:30 p.m. Sunday. Most of the Outer Banks, he said, "just saw a showery day."
As of 8 p.m., Tropical Storm Cristobal was 25 miles southeast of Cape Hatteras, N.C., moving northeast at 8 mph, heading out to sea.
A cold front coming from the northwest is expected to help push the storm out to sea today, Rusnak said, although the front will bring its own set of showers and thunderstorms.
The strongest winds at the coast were recorded at Cape Hatteras, which got up to between 30 and 35 mph, Rusnak said. Winds of up to 50 mph were recorded offshore, but "nothing near that by the coast," he said.
Rainfall was expected to be 1 to 2 inches, with up to 4 to 5 inches expected in some areas. Not much of that rain fell on either the fire burning in the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge or the fire at the Great Dismal Swamp, Rusnak said.
And none of it fell in Duck…
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Read the rest here: Tropical Storm Cristobal grazes coast, mostly skips wildfires
Sunday, July 20, 2008
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Thursday, September 06, 2007
20070905 Song of the South: No grits, no glory
Note: This column first appeared in the Westminster Eagle on August 1st, 2007. Since it ran I have had several requests for copies… This is a longer version of that column. It is cross posted on my Westminster Eagle blog. "The Winchester Report":
Winchester Report: Song of the South: No grits, no glory
(Also see: “20070802 Welcome to the Outer Banks Grits Grill”)
Please enjoy.
08/01/07 – September 5th, 2007 By Kevin E. Dayhoff
Recently, my family ventured on our annual sojourn south. It's a combination family reunion and vacation, as folks rendezvous from literally all over the world to a house with its very own ZIP code in Nags Head, N.C.
Many are aware of
But of course, the real reason I like to go is to watch the Tour de France and the readily-available access to the most northern reaches of the "Georgia Ice Cream" belt ... which runs from
What's that, you ask? What is "Georgia Ice Cream?" Honey child, I am so glad you asked. It's perhaps the most misunderstood of Southern delicacies: grits.
Many folks from
Indeed, the state of
You may very well consider standing, placing your hand on your heart, and re-reading the previous sentence.
In the past, northerners have come up with many well-documented ways of annoying southerners. Lengthy historic and economic dissertations will give the uninformed a certain insight that disagreements over the manufacture and distribution of grits could be considered one of the causes of the “War of Northern Aggression.”
But one of the best sure-fire ways of having “
In 1952, the Charleston News and Courier proclaimed that grits, "an inexpensive, simple and thoroughly digestible food, should be made popular throughout the world. Given enough of it, the inhabitants of planet Earth would have nothing to fight about. A man full of (grits) is a man of peace."
The singular noun, "grits" has its roots from the Old English word, "grytta" meaning a coarse meal of any kind.
Native Americans introduced ground maize -- grits -- to the early English settlers many hundreds of years ago when the colonists were illegal aliens and did not speak the language of the land.
Outside the South, folks attempt to make the word "grits" plural. Not so. Consider the word, spaghetti, which is considered to be plural in form but takes a singular verb. (One does not, for example, write "spaghetti are.") Anytime you hear "grits are good," that is a sure-fire sign you're dealing with a Yankee who is not properly schooled in the fine art of grits.
According to one of my holiest Outer Banks destinations, the Grits Grill: "There are two basic types: corn grits and hominy grits. Corn grits (is) made from dried, milled corn kernels. Hominy grits (is) made by soaking corn in lye water for several days and then dried."
Of course, it's worth mentioning that the Grits Grill also serves another Southern delicacy, Krispy Kreme Donuts.
Many folks consider grits to be solely a breakfast food. Wrong. Grits is good for breakfast, lunch or dinner. In the traditional South, grits automatically comes with breakfast. Once while traveling in the South, I specifically asked for an order of grits. The waitress glanced at me sideways and chewed her gum at a faster pace as she decreed, "Honey, grits just comes."
Many folks simply eat grits with a touch of salt and butter. Of course the real grits aficionado eats 'em smothered with bacon grease with their pinkie finger extended. I like grits mixed lightly ... with steak and eggs over-light. Please consult your cardiologist for additional consumption instructions.
As you can now easily understand, in a world pre-occupied with conflict and environmental perils, if more grits were served at mealtime, this food of love and peace could very well save the planet.
The
The Maryland General Assembly might consider going one-step further than
No grits, no glory.
Have you ever heard of folks arguing while sharing a meal of grits? I rest my case. At the Westminster Eagle, all we are saying is:
Give grits a chance.
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His columns appear in The Tentacle, http://www.thetentacle.com/;
Friday, August 10, 2007
20070810 what does YOUR fridge say about YOU?
Thank Goodness it’s Friday, August 10, 2007
I was amused when I noticed this video (see below) on YouTube.
My relationship with my refrigerator is special.
Posted above is a picture of my refrigerator when I was in
Here is a picture of me worshiping the refrigerator a number of years ago in Nags Head, the Outer Banks in
So what is in your refrigerator?
Carrie Ann Knauer, the Rachael Ray of
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Friday, August 03, 2007
20070802 Welcome to the Outer Banks Grits Grill
August 2nd, 2007
This is the “Grits Grill” I mentioned in my column published on August 1st, 2007 in the Westminster Eagle, “Song of the South: No grits, no glory.”
Mrs. Owl and I thoroughly enjoyed our grits-experience. The service was friendly and we enjoyed talking with our server. On one visit we talked with owner who beamed with pride about his food, the service, his restaurant and his grits – which I might add, were great.
Below is from the Grits Grill web site. The next time you are on the Outer Banks in
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Grits Grill
Nags Head, NC | Phone:252-449-2888 | Fax: 252-480-6302
Welcome to the Outer Banks Grits Grill, a great place to meet & eat! Grits Grill has been a locals favorite for breakfast and lunch for many years. Located in the Outer Banks Mall in Nags Head, Grits Grill serves Krispy Kreme Doughnuts starting at 6:30 am, as well as hotcakes, steak & eggs, omelettes, various fresh egg dishes, classic southern favorites, great soups, salads, sandwiches and of course grits!
What are grits? Grits are tiny broken grains of corn, first produced by Native Americans centuries ago. There are two basic types, corn grits and hominy grits. Corn grits are made from dried, milled corn kernels. Hominy grits are made by soaking corn in lye water for several days and then dried. Come to Grits Grill and try them, we make the best!
Here are some of our specialties: Krispy Kreme Donuts fresh daily at 6:30 am, Newspapers from around the region, specialty coffees, breakfast served anytime, big orders not a problem, to go orders anytime, juice, milk, bottled drinks & water for easy take out, donuts & sandwiches available for business meetings.
We also have a wonderful gift shop featuring many wonderful Outer Banks souvenirs, click the map/gallery button above to see a sampling.
Take some Krispy Kreme doughnuts to go! Bring the family enjoy a great breakfast, or for lunch have a great fresh ground chuck Cheeseburger, a Philly Cheesesteak, a homemade Crabcake sandwich, a classic Reuben or one of our many other specialties and take home some souvenirs when you're done. Grits Grill, "Simply Southern".
On Saturdays from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon bring the family and come see "Steve The Dream" he will entertain you no matter your age. From Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Check out our additional listing in: Breakfast
Location & Views: Located In The Outer Banks Mall
Operation & Hours: Open All Year, Open 7 Days, Service Hours: (6:00 am Until 3:00 pm Every Day)
Payment Options & Additional Services: American Express, Discover, Visa, Mastercard, Travelers Checks Accepted, Gift Certificates, Gift Shipping
Dress Code: Coastal Casual
Family Considerations: High Chairs, Booster Seats, Children's Menu
Considerations for the Handicapped: Handicapped Accessible Facility (Yes), Handicap Accessible Restrooms (Yes), Wheelchair Accessible, Seeing Eye Dogs Allowed
Restroom Facilities: Restrooms Are For Patrons Only
Parking Information: Lighted (Yes), Parking Spaces (70+), Handicap Parking Available (Yes), Free Parking Available, Paved Parking Lot, Bus & Oversized Parking, Vehicle & Trailer Parking
Alcohol Policies & Information: No Alcohol
Smoking Policies: Non-Smoking Section, Smoking Section, Smoking At Bar Allowed
Security & Safety: Surveillance Camera(s), Parking Lot Patrol, Smoke Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System (Yes)
Restaurant & Food Information: Chef's Specials, Gift Shop (see sections below)
Breakfast: Entree: Average Price Range ($0-6) , Breakfast Hours Text : (6:00 am - 3:00 pm) , Take Out Available
Lunch: Entree:
Souvenirs & Logo-ed Merchandise: Beverage Coolers & Huggies, Hats, Sweatshirts, T-Shirts
Gift Shop Merchandise Types: Gifts & Souvenirs, Novelty & Toys
Entertainment: Occasional Live Entertainment
Biscuits Available: Plain Biscuits, Cheese Biscuits, Sausage Biscuits, Egg Biscuits, Ham Biscuits, Biscuits With Sausage Gravy
Breakfast Items: Bacon, Corned Beef Hash, Country Ham, Sausage Gravy, Sausage Patties, Scrambled Eggs, Steak, Pancakes, Cheese Grits, Hash Brown Potatoes
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His columns and articles appear in The Tentacle - www.thetentacle.com; Westminster Eagle Opinion; www.thewestminstereagle.com and Winchester Report.
Tuesday, September 17, 2002
20020916 Bistro 1896 Ashville North Carolina Farm Credit RAAW conference
20020916 Bistro 1896 Ashville North Carolina Farm Credit RAAW conference
Dinner, September 16th, 2002, at the Bistro 1896,
John Kahoe and Donna Kahoe
John Brumbaugh and Cindy Brumbaugh
Surina Jan
Pam Mallott
Caroline
Review and Audit Advisory Workgroup Conference
“Review, Improve and Prepare”
Renaissance Asheville Hotel,
Ag MidAtlantic Farm Credit, Ag MidAtlantic Farm Credit RAAW confs,
Thursday, January 03, 2002
20020102 Wster Mayor Wishes Club Well in 2002
Westminster Mayor Wishes Club Well in 2002
Westminster Road Runners Club
http://ccpl.carr.org/~wrrc/news_MayorWishesClubWell.htm
by Kevin Spradlin January 2nd, 2002
WESTMINSTER, Jan. 02 -- City of Westminster Mayor Kevin E. Dayhoff expressed his condolences for missing some of the recent Westminster Road Runners Club races, but promised he and his wife, Caroline, will be on the running scene soon.
"I guess one might say that I am taking a break from running that is not quite of my choosing," wrote a very busy Mayor on Tuesday in an email to the club. "It has just happened. I'm not necessarily happy about this turn of events -- but it is what it is and I'm going to make like a ball and roll with it."
Many remember the Mayor making an appearance last July at the
"I've taken breaks from running and college before and managed to get back into the groove at a later time," said Mayor Dayhoff, who is close to earning his Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy Administration and Analysis from Western Maryland College. "I guess my attitude is that being the Mayor is something that has a four-year cycle and that this is no rehearsal - I must do it well now. I feel a lot of responsibility."
"My first love is running," he said. "Caroline and I always look forward to the WRRC events, even if we don't run in them and just help out in any way that we can contribute. I'm quite out of shape and to try and run a race these days would not be responsible. I'll run again and I will get my degree."
In the meantime, WRRC members and
"I'm working hard on such things as the Terry Burk Trail - which is happening," said Mayor Dayhoff, "and the
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