Record #:

43258

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Hyde County historian, R.S. Spencer Jr. has done significant research on his native county. Since 1980, he has been editor of the genealogical journal, "High Tides".

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 14 Issue 1, January 2022, p32-33 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hyde County--History; Hyde County--Genealogy; Spencer, R.S. Jr. (Hyde County)

Record #:

43381

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Morales is a native of Maracay, Venezuela. He currently serves as Public Information Officer for Hyde County Schools and a part-time ESL (English as a second language) instructor. Teaching has been his passion since childhood. He has a commitment to community involvement. He is an active member of North Carolina Association of Educators and has aspirations for state office.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 14 Issue 3, May 2022, p12-14 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

English as a Second Language (ESL); Hyde County--Educators--Julio Morales; North Carolina Association of Educators

Record #:

43462

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Originally famous for its pumping station and hunting lounge, Lake Mattamuskeet has been recognized as the state’s largest freshwater lake. Now, the acclaimed landmark is known for its National Wildlife Refuge, which is home to a diverse selection of animals that range from black bears and deer to reptiles and amphibians.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 14 Issue 4, July 2022, p44 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife North Carolina ; Lake Mattamuskeet Lodge--History; Lake Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge

Record #:

42783

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

At 81, Earl is a third generation musician. In 2004, the North Carolina Folklore Society awarded him and his brother Max the Brown-Hudson Folklore Award for their exceptional contributions to North Carolina's cultural heritage.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 13 Issue 1, January 2021, p20-22 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Musicians--Eastern North Carolina; Carawan, Earl

Record #:

42860

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

O Ann Spencer is store manager for Spencer Home Center-Do It Best in Engelhard. She is currently serving as interim chief of the Engelhard Volunteer Fire Department. In addition to being a firefighter, she is a First Responder and Emergency Medical Technician.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 13 Issue 2, March 2021, p26-28 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Engelhard; Engelhard--People

Record #:

42964

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Located in the Rose Bay community of Swan Quarter Township in Hyde County, the sturdy mid-nineteenth century Greek Revival house is principally associated with the George V. Credle family. Anna and Clark Twiddy purchased the house in 2014 and have since restored it.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 13 Issue 3, May 2021, p54-56 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Swan Quarter--Description and travel; Hyde County--History; Hyde County--Historic Homes

Record #:

43031

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

In 1823, Massachusetts architect Noah Porter completed the Ocracoke Lighthouse and adjoining three room keeper's quarters for $11,359.35

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 13 Issue 4, July 2021, p20-22 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Ocracoke Lighthouse; Hyde County--Description and travel; Hyde County--Architecture

Record #:

43132

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Jeffrey Stotesberry joined the Swan Quarter Volunteer Fire Department at age 18 in 1979. He became Fire Chief in 1988. Today, the Swan Quarter Volunteer Fire Department comprises twenty-five rostered members.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 13 Issue 5, September 2021, p22-24 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Swan Quarter--Volunteer Fire Department

Record #:

43192

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Etheridge Oil & Gas, Inc. is located in Engelhard. The Etheridge family has been in the oil and ga business for nearly 90 years. Four generations have operated the concern, facing many challenges with the passage of time.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 13 Issue 6, November 2021, p40-42 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Engelhard; Engelhard--businesses; Oil and Gas distributors--Engelhard

Record #:

42693

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Gibbs Store, LLC in Engelhard was founded by Charles Ebenezer Pettigrew Gibbs and son Closs Cordon Gibbs in 1895. Siblings, Greg, Charles and Regina Gibbs Jones currently own the business.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 12 Issue 5, Sep. 2020, p50-53 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

General stores; Engelhard--Description and travel; Gibbs Store, LLC; Engelhard

Record #:

42849

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

Located along U.S. 264 in Hyde County, Engelhard boasts some interesting architecture including the eight-sided Octagon House built by Dr. William T. Sparrow in 1855. R.S. Spencer Jr. is owner of Do It Best Hardware Store, longtime Hyde County historian and editor of Hyde County's Historical and Genealogical Society's journal, High Tides.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 12 Issue 4, July 2020, p50-52 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Engelhard--Description and travel

Record #:

42873

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

19-year old Zac Eakes has been a resident of Engelhard all of his life. He combines a busy work schedule as an employee of Coastal Producers and his love of hunting and fishing. He also works with Mattamuskeet Outpost, a faith based organization that is part of the Dare to Hyde Outdoor Adventures.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 12 Issue 6, December 2020, p10-12 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Faith-based organizations; Dare to Hyde Outdoor Adventures; Engelhard--People

Record #:

39454

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

The article gives a history of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 11 Issue No. 5, September 2019, p30-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hyde county--Churches

Record #:

39484

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

This article features Bryant Morrison, resident of Englehard, who is Athletic Director at Mattamuskeet Early College High School in Hyde County.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 11 Issue No. 4, July 2019, p48-49, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Morrison, Bryant (Athletic Director); Hyde County--Mattamuskeet Early College High School

Record #:

39950

Author(s):

Carawan, Sandy

Abstract:

The Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum, a community based, non-profit organization founded in 1983, is committed to the preservation of Ocracoke Island's history and cultural heritage.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 11 Issue No. 1, January 2019, p10-12, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Ocracoke Preservation Society