How long did Cyndi stay in the hospital?
Cyndi spent five days in the hospital with hopes of regaining movement in her legs, but an MRI confirmed the permanent damage to her spine. She came to Magee for intensive therapy. After eight months, she was able to walk with crutches, and she did regain feeling and movement in her left leg.
Why did Cyndi take a leave of absence?
Cyndi took a leave of absence from work to focus on her rehabilitation. A major goal for her now is returning to teaching. Because of the accommodations she’ll need, Cyndi won’t return to her old school building, but she has been back to visit her former students.
When did Al Foreman go to heaven?
Captain Allan Charles “Big Al” Foreman of Manteo went to Heaven at two-thirty p.m., June 3, 2017. He was the son of the late William Woodley Foreman and Dorothy Thurman Foreman.
Where is the Drafty Tavern?
He purchased the Drafty Tavern, located at the foot of Washington Baum Bridge in Manteo, where he founded Pirate’s Cove Marina in the mid-70s.
Who is Allan from Ducks Unlimited?
Allan was always hands-on when it came to building and maintaining his businesses and vessels. An avid duck hunter, Allan strove to give back to nature. He lovingly tended a duck sanctuary at the family home. He also was a lifetime member of Ducks Unlimited.
Who is the founder of Big Al's Soda Fountain?
Allan co-founded Big Al’s Soda Fountain and Grill. After fishing all day, he could be found there enjoying a home-style dinner or at home digging into a pile of fresh crabs. Later in life, Allan traveled yearly to Isla Mujeres to sailfish with family and friends.
Who is Big Al?
Over the years, he ran multiple boats including his first, Al’s Gal. Allan owned and captained Gal-O-Mine, Crystal Dawn, and Country Girl. He was dubbed “Big Al,” by his peers after the second Gal-o-Mine was built, the fastest, newest charter boat in the fleet at the time. Suddenly 5’ 5” Al, became Big Al.
Who was the Miss Outer Banks?
He was a talented storyteller with a great sense of humor. In the mid-80s he was voted Miss Outer Banks, a tongue-in-cheek women-less beauty pageant.