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Early Summer 2007
Micah Daniels

Early Summer 2007

COMMUNITY CHARM: Wanchese Implements Innovative Zoning

In the heart of the tiny fishing village of Wanchese, Lorraine Tillett strolls over to a fence surrounding the small backyard of a blue house. Tillett leans over the fence to pet a reddish-brown horse not far from a haystack. "See how friendly the horses are," says Tillett, a long-time Wanchese resident. "This is a perfect example of a traditional village business. The new zoning allows for boarded horses and equestrian-related uses."

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Small sea bass lined up on a tray

SEA BASS POTS: Bigger Mesh May Yield Larger Fish

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Walter Clark during barrier island trip

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