There are plenty of myths about Grace Sherwood, the "Witch of Pungo," but the facts are more interesting, local author William Huber writes in a guest column.
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Back in the sixties, manufacturers started using a new material to make boats. Fiberglass was relatively cheap and durable, but without proper maintenance, it turns out the mix of plastic and glass has a limited lifespan. After 30 years fiberglass may crack and degrade. That’s led some owners across the state to abandon their watercraft in public waters.