Ocean Isle Beach Police Department

10/21/2026

🚧 RACE DAY TRAFFIC – SATURDAY 10/24/2026

Please be aware of temporary traffic changes this Saturday October 24th as runners take to the bridge for the Coastal Race!

🚔 Traffic Impacts:
• Bridge Traffic: The southbound lane of the bridge will be closed to accommodate runners. All traffic entering and leaving the island will use the northbound lane.
• Eastbound Traffic: Vehicles traveling east will be directed down East First Street.
• Leaving the East End: Traffic leaving the east end of the island will travel via East Second Street.

⏰ Expected Duration: Traffic impacts will occur between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM, depending on the length of the race.
Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow all directions from officers and traffic control personnel. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we help keep our runners and motorists safe!

Good luck to all the runners!

10/16/2026

Please read for parking info!!!!

Please use the following link to the Official NC Oyster Festival page for more information: https://North Carolina Oyster Festivally reminders:

🚕Parking is NOT allowed in the right of way.
🚙Park in designated parking spots ONLY.
🚗Paid parking fees are waived for the festival weekend. However, anyone parking in a non-designated parking spot is subject to a citation.
🚕Do not block sidewalks at anytime.
😁Be safe and have FUN!

It's Oyster Festival Weekend at OIB!

Please use the following link to the Official NC Oyster Festival page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/ncoysterfestival

Friendly reminders:

🚕Parking is NOT allowed in the right of way.
🚙Park in designated parking spots ONLY.
🚗Paid parking fees are waived for the festival weekend. However, anyone parking in a non-designated parking spot is subject to a citation.
🚕Do not block sidewalks at anytime.
😁Be safe and have FUN!

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/KahunaPhoto

10/16/2026

HAPPY FRIDAY!🙌🏼💙🚓

Today, we had some very special visitors from Tiny Tots! Our little guests enjoyed a tour of the Ocean Isle Beach Police Department, complete with a special surprise from each officer. To wrap up their visit, the kids got to explore our patrol trucks and take home a badge of their very own!

Thank you to Tiny Tots for stopping by and spending part of your day with us! We loved having you and hope to see you again soon💙💙

10/13/2026

🦪 ‼️OYSTER FEST TRAFFIC ALERT ‼️🦪
The Ocean Isle Beach Police Department would like to notify residents and visitors of an upcoming road closure in preparation for Oyster Fest weekend!

🚧 East Second Street Closure
East Second Street will be closed from Halifax Street (in front of Pelican’s Perch) to Causeway Drive beginning Friday, October 16th, at 7:00 AM.
The closure will remain in effect until Sunday, October 18th, at 8:00 PM.
Please plan accordingly, allow extra time for travel, and use alternate routes when possible.
We look forward to a safe and enjoyable Oyster Fest weekend!

10/09/2026

PARKING ON HIGHER GROUND INFO‼️‼️

Move your vehicles to higher ground, preferably off-island. However, if you need your vehicle to remain on-island, you may use 3 & 5 West Third Street. This location is available on a first come – first served basis. The Town is not responsible for any vehicles parked on Town Property. Park at your own risk.

Visit the New Story link below for more information on Hurricane Isaias and storm prep considerations.
https://www.oibgov.com/news/8364/potential-flooding-info-and-special-weather-briefing-10-9-26-2pm

10/06/2026

Come join us tomorrow morning!

We’re inviting our community to join us for a morning of coffee, conversation, and connection with the officers of the Ocean Isle Beach Police Department.

Stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and spend a little time getting to know the officers who serve our community. We’d love to see you there! 💙☕️🚔

10/02/2026

🔥 QUARRY ROAD FIRE – SMOKE ADVISORY
The Town is aware of the heavy smoke currently affecting our area related to the recent Quarry Road Fire.

At this time, crews are actively monitoring conditions. Residents may continue to see and smell smoke throughout the area as conditions change.

We understand the concern this may cause and want to assure our community that the situation is being monitored. We will provide additional updates if conditions change or further information becomes available.

Please use caution while traveling through areas where smoke may reduce visibility.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

We are incredibly grateful to the state, county, and municipal first responders, as well as our dedicated volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel, who work together at a moment’s notice to respond to unpredictable emergencies like this. Their teamwork, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to protecting our residents and communities do not go unnoticed. Thank you for answering the call and helping keep our communities safe!

09/30/2026

We’re inviting our community to join us for a morning of coffee, conversation, and connection with the officers of the Ocean Isle Beach Police Department.

Stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and spend a little time getting to know the officers who serve our community. We’d love to see you there! 💙☕️🚔

09/21/2026

On Friday, September 18, 2026, the Calabash Elks Lodge held a special First Responders Ceremony honoring those who have gone above and beyond their normal day-to-day duties and have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their profession throughout the year.
We are proud to share that First Sergeant Angie King was honored as our agency’s Officer of the Year. 👏🏼💙
This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects not only Officer King’s commitment to her profession, but also the compassion and humanity she shows to the people she serves.
During the past year, Officer King responded to a call involving a citizen whose family needed support during an incredibly difficult time. The family shared these heartfelt words about Officer King and the impact she made:
“Our mother recently passed away, and Officer King was there with our father when it happened. In the midst of an overwhelming and heartbreaking loss, she provided far more than professional assistance, she offered comfort, kindness, and genuine human compassion.
Although her official responsibilities had been fulfilled, Officer King chose to remain with our father because she knew he should not be alone. She stayed by his side, offering support and reassurance until family members were able to arrive.”
These are the moments that remind us that being a first responder is about so much more than answering calls. It is about being there for people on some of the hardest days of their lives.
Congratulations, First Sergeant King, on this well deserved recognition. 👮🏻‍♀️💙

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 September 11, 2001 🇺🇸

Today, we remember the lives lost, honor the heroes who answered the call, and recognize the courage and sacrifice of first responders who put others before themselves.

We will always remember.💙