Monthly Archives: February 2018

Photography Wows

Jennifer Knotts Photography captures love and family happiness Story by Carla Edstrom, Photos by Jennifer Knotts Coming from a large family, whenever we all get together for a reunion or other event which doesn’t happen very often, we always get

Sour But Tasty

Everything you wanted to know about Sour Beers, but were afraid to drink… Story & Photos by Jeff Stites This month we tackle the hip new trend of sour beers. Maybe you haven’t seen one yet, let alone tried one,

ASK LESLIE!

Question: My friend describes goosebumps which occur every time she sees her boyfriend. I never get goosebumps…Does this mean I am not really in love??? Goosebumps…why do we get them? What are they? Goosebumps can also be known as goose

Fantastic February

Local entertainment shines this month Story by: Ami Bbrown The Odell Williamson Auditorium has a great lineup for 2018, and so does local Theatre. Take a look at what is happening in February. The Vagina Monologues Join Us As We

Historic Graves

John N. Smith Cemetery needs your help Story by Ami Brown February is not only the month of Valentines Day, but we also celebrate Black History Month. Southport’s John Smith Cemetery was the segregated burial grounds in the past. There

Baking up Cakes!

The Confectionary delights with wedding day sweets STORY by Kass Fincher Bobbie Blackmon of The Confectionary doesn’t remember when she learned to cook. “I’ve always been a cook,” she relates. “My mom owned a restaurant but I didn’t really bake

Longest Marriages

Two of Southport’s oldest couples give us the scoop on love and making it last. By Kass Fincher Though they didn’t know each other, two of Southport’s longest-married couples shared several things in common – the same ages, a strong

New Construction; Historic Feel

Discover beauty through the eyes of the architect By Ami Brown Photos by Mark Steelman This new home was designed by local architect Rich Bandera and built by General Contractor – Wes Cross. Located in the historic district of downtown

Expert Love Tips

How to make your relationship last By Kris Beasley Love expert interviews over 700 couples that have been married for more than 30 years and are still happy; shares insight. In the spirit of Valentines Day I thought this would

Weddings by the Sea

Local Wedding Planners open quaint boutique space for brides & grooms By: Ami Brown Jody Britton and Gail Bramble are the brains behind Weddings by the Sea. Based here in Southport, they now have a boutique space for brides. Join

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