Fish House Update

If you've been wondering about the status of keeping the last remaining fish house on Ocracoke open, here's the latest news. Hyde County agreed to loan the Ocracoke Working Watermen's Association (OWWA) the $325,000 needed to purchase the building, and they have secured a line of credit from Eastern Carolina Bank for the additional funds needed for renovations, equipment, etc. This is great news for the over 30 fishermen members of OWWA, who now have a place to bring their catch, and for everyone (residents and visitors alike) who likes fresh seafood. The next time you are on the island, stop by the Ocracoke Seafood Company (which is the retail operation of OWWA) and buy some fish, shrimp, clams, or whatever is available that day!