July 3, 2024

Town of Kill Devil Hills offices, including the Dry Trash Drop-off and Recycle Centers, will be closed tomorrow, July 4, 2024, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

All offices and centers will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, July 5, 2024.

There is no change to the refuse collection schedule.

The Town of Kill Devil Hills wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday!

Don't blow it this Fourth of July—leave the fireworks to the professionals and plan to attend the Town's fireworks show! The Town of Kill Devil Hills is proud to present its annual 4th of July fireworks show on Thursday, July 4th at 9:15 p.m. at Avalon Pier, 2111 North Virginia Dare Trail (Milepost 6). Visit one of our many beach accesses where you can set up your beach chairs to watch the spectacular show. The show will also be livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.

Shop Local, Shop Small, Shop at the First Flight Farmers Market!

Santa’s spreading Christmas cheer in July at the First Flight Farmers Market on the 9th. Bring your family and friends for a day of summer cheer and holiday spirit! Discover local crafts, delicious treats, and unique gifts from our amazing vendors. It’s the perfect opportunity to support small businesses and find something special for yourself or loved ones. As Santa notes, it’s never too early to get a start on Christmas.

Meet the 2024 summer vendors

Markets are held every Tuesday through August 13

Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Dr., KDH

Santa's trading snow for sand! Guess where he's taking his well-deserved vacation this year? That's right – Santa's coming to Kill Devil Hills for some fun in the sun!

Bring your family and friends for a day of summer cheer to the First Flight Farmers Market on July 9th! Discover local art, delicious treats, fresh foods, and unique gifts from our amazing vendors. It’s the perfect opportunity to support small businesses and find something special for yourself or loved ones. As Santa notes, it’s never too early to get a start on Christmas!

(Don't forget your camera for photos!)

The majority of properties along the Outer Banks contain wooden shingles, wooden decks, and wooden walkways. Combine these with strong breezes that this barrier island community regularly experiences and you’ve got a potentially dangerous mix when fireworks come into play. Fireworks are a serious safety hazard on the Outer Banks. The best way to avoid structure fires and personal injuries is to attend public fireworks displays put on by trained professionals.

Let Freedom Ring,

Not Our Sirens Sing!

 Fireworks are a serious safety hazard on the Outer Banks. The majority of properties here have wooden shingles, wooden decks, and wooden walkways which, combined with the strong breezes our area regularly experiences, could create a dangerous situation when fireworks are involved.
The best way to avoid structure fires and personal injuries is to attend public fireworks displays put on by trained professionals. To find out where professional fireworks shows are happening along the Outer Banks, visit: www.darenc.com/Fireworks
The ONLY type of consumer fireworks that are LEGAL in KDH are caps, snakes and glow worms, smoke devices, trick noise-makers, sparklers and other sparkling devices, such as fountains.
If you do decide to use legal consumer fireworks in an area where the use of these devices is permitted, here are a few tips to keep you safe:

Don't allow children to play with or light the devices.
Light only one device at a time and quickly move away to enjoy the show.
Never place any part of your body overtop the device.
Have a bucket of water or water hose readily available where you are lighting the fireworks in case a fire starts.
Do not attempt to relight a device that does not ignite and properly fire. Instead, soak it in water before properly disposing of it.
Thoroughly soak all devices prior to disposing of them.

Every 4th of July, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks and sparklers. Sparklers account for more than one-quarter of emergency room fireworks injuries.

Fun ideas for children to celebrate safely:

Use glow sticks
Noise makers are sure to make a statement!
Outdoor movie night - set up a screen and projector and grab the popcorn!
Red, white and blue silly string…fun for all ages!
Make a patriotic craft with the family
Throw a birthday party for the USA, and don’t forget the cake!

This 4th of July, let's light up the night with fun, not injuries!

Grilling Safety

Grilling out on the 4th of July? Be sure to follow these simple tips so our duty crew doesn’t show up to your cookout:

Keep it Clean: Clean your grill before use to prevent flare-ups caused by grease buildup.
Stay Attentive: Never leave your grill unattended. Stay close by and keep a watchful eye. And keep children and pets at least 3’ away from the grill area.
Safe Setup: Place your grill at least 10 feet away from buildings, trees, and any flammable materials.
Check for Leaks: If you're using a gas grill, inspect the hose for leaks before firing it up.
Use Proper Tools: Long-handled tools keep you at a safe distance from the heat and flames.
Control the Flames: Have a spray bottle of water and a fire extinguisher nearby to handle any small flare-ups.
Proper Disposal: Allow coals to cool completely before disposing of them in a metal container.

Upcoming Meetings in July

Board of Commissioners - Monday, July 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Planning Board: – Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

Community Appearance Commission - Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 8:30 a.m.

Beach safety tips: lovethebeachrespecttheocean.com