News
Currituck receives $1M grant to elevate homes
The State of North Carolina and FEMA have approved a hazard mitigation project grant of $1,040,864 to improve disaster resilience in Currituck County. The grant will be used to pay for the elevation of seven…
Kemp settles into leadership role with Development Services
Since joining the county staff in early July, Kevin Kemp has effectively transitioned into his role as Currituck County’s Development Services Director, a newly-created position that oversees the offices for planning, zoning, code enforcement, permits,…
McRee to serve as interim manager
The Currituck County Board of Commissioners appointed County Attorney Ike McRee to serve as Interim County Manager following the departure of Ben Stikeleather. Stikeleather, who has been the County Manager since July 1, 2019, is leaving for…
Motorists should use caution in school zones
Students in Currituck County Schools began the new school year on August 23, 2021. Motorists throughout the county should be aware of school buses as they pick up and drop off students. Always use caution…
Court sides with Currituck County in campground dispute
Currituck County received a favorable ruling from the North Carolina Court of Appeals on August 17, 2021, in a lawsuit involving a local campground. The court’s decision reversed a 2020 ruling by the NC Superior…
Events & Meetings
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Board of Commissioners Work Session – 5:00 PM
Currituck County Board of Commissioners will meet in a work session at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 20, 2021, for a discussion of campgrounds in Currituck County. The meeting will be held in the Board
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Board Of Commissioners Meeting – 6:00 PM
Currituck County Board of Commissioners meeting will be held on Monday, September 20, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the Historic Currituck Courthouse. Agenda... Note: On September 7, 2021 County Commissioners voted to change the meeting time for
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Ocean Sands Water and Sewer District Board – 6:00 PM
Currituck County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting sitting as the Ocean Sands Water and Sewer District Board during a recess of the regular Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday, September 20, 2021, at
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Aviation Day – 10:00 AM
The public is invited to Currituck Regional Airport for Aviation Day on Saturday, September 25, 2021 to celebrate aviation in our community and learn more about services offered at the airport. This special event is co-hosted
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Fire & EMS Advisory Board Meeting – 7:00 PM
Currituck County Fire & EMS Advisory Board meeting will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fire & EMS Administration Office. Meeting agendas, minutes and board information…
County Highlights
Currituck Regional Airport
Aviation Day
The public is invited to Currituck Regional Airport for Aviation Day on Saturday, September 25, 2021 to celebrate aviation in our community and learn more about services offered at the airport. This special event is co-hosted by Currituck County and the Northeastern NC Women in Aviation Chapter, which is also celebrating “Girls in Aviation Day”. This is a family-friendly event at the airport from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. … Continue reading Currituck Regional Airport
Aviation Day
Currituck Farm Festival
A celebration of rural Currituck life
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. for the Currituck Farm Festival, a celebration of our agriculture heritage! This event will be held at the Currituck County Center of NC Cooperative Extension. To start our celebration, we’ll recognize our Century Farms and our Currituck farmers with an appreciation lunch at our food truck corral; stop by to support our local businesses and grab a bite to eat. … Continue reading Currituck Farm Festival
A celebration of rural Currituck life
Medicare Annual Election Period Begins October 15
If you are a Medicare Beneficiary you are eligible to review and/or change your Part D, Drug Coverage, every year between October 15 and December 7. This time is known as the Medicare Annual Election Period. It is definitely worth taking the time to review and compare your Medicare health plan options, but you don’t have to navigate the system alone. North Carolina Cooperative Extension … Continue reading Medicare Annual Election Period Begins October 15
Currituck County
9-1-1 Communications
The team at 911 Communications provide vital, life-saving services for the public and are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This short video provides some insight into what it means to be a 911 telecommunicator for Currituck County.
Hurricane Season Reminders
SafeCorolla
Find local beach conditions and safety information at www.safecorolla.com. SafeCorolla.com provides information on current weather forecasts, beach conditions, rip currents, locations for public beach access, locations of lifeguard stands, beach regulations, and more. As part of the SafeCorolla program, residents and guests may also receive notifications directly to their phone by texting SafeCorolla to 888-777.
This interactive map displays statewide water-level gauges in high-risk areas. Zoom into Currituck County to check out real-time water levels in your area. When water rises at a specific gauge in your area, be notified via text or email by registering for notifications.
Emergency Kit
Do you have an emergency safety kit ready for you and your family? Now is the time to put one together! Learn more on putting together an emergency kit.
Currituck Alert
The county utilizes a notification system to share timely information via text message, email address, and/or phone. Register today at www.currituckalert.com.
Re-Entry Permits
Corolla businesses are encouraged to obtain re-entry permits before a storm impacts the area. Apply now at www.currituckreentry.com. Current residential re-entry permits, issued in 2020, are valid until December 31, 2021.
FloodSmart
Now is the time to ask for an insurance checkup with your agent. Remember that flood insurance must be obtained separately from your homeowners or renters’ policy. Find more info at www.floodsmart.gov.
Questions?
Email or call Currituck County Emergency Management at 252-232-2115.
COVID-19 Health Information
Currituck County residents have access to COVID-19 tests and vaccines through Albemarle Regional Health Services. Citizens may call the Currituck Health Department, at 252-232-2271, to schedule an appointment.
COVID vaccines include Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson for adults.
Children ages 12 to 17 may receive the Pfizer vaccine.
More information regarding the COVID test and vaccine is available on the Albemarle Regional Health Services website.
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