Monthly Archives: January 2020

Becoming Emily

Bringing to life Emily Dickinson Story By Lisa Stites The renowned poet and recluse Emily Dickinson is the topic of much media lately, with movies and television retelling her life story. Veteran local actress Carolyn Stringer is bringing it to

Elena Rogers Hits the Professional Stage

BD Wong’s musical adaptation coming 2020 Story By Ami Brown Many young people dream of being on the big stage, under the bright lights of Broadway, but few ever make it that far. One local Brunswick High School Junior is

Multi-Talented Karen Masterson

From pet portraits to sculpture, local artist captures beauty in art work Story By Carla Edstrom Art brings people from all walks of life together. It’s a tool for sharing and exploring viewpoints. This interaction is special,” explains local multi-media

Paws and Claws

At Jenny’s Puppy Paws and Kitty Claws, owner Jenny Phillips and her daughter Leana Allen take special pride in their work and attention to their furry clients’ needs. We asked Leana about the business recently and she shared some insights

Pets Have Rights Too

Local organizations give animals a voice Story By Kass Fincher If you’re like me, you find it hard to watch the commercials for the ASPCA; there are so many precious fur babies shown, all of whom need love, homes and

The Old Fashioned

I always get nostalgic around New Year’s time, so I thought I’d profile a classic cocktail that has made a bit of a resurgence of late: the Old Fashioned. The Old Fashioned is at its most basic simply sugar, bitters

Sundogz Sports Bar

After Hurricane Florence devastated the Boiling Spring Lakes area, Wanda and Anthony Bridgeman made the decision to move their business from there to Oak Island, opening Sundogz Sports Bar and Tavern in June 2019. It apparently was the right decision;

What NOT to Feed?

There is so much marketing when it comes to pet nutrition, what’s popular may not be what’s best. Pet food fads come and go, and as a responsible pet owner it’s best to listen to your vet, not the TV

Alligators, Coyotes and Woodpeckers, Oh My!

The Boiling Spring Lakes Garden Club is hosting a discussion on North Carolina’s coastal diverse ecosystem, led by Becky Skiba, Regional Education Specialist – Coastal with the NC Wildlife Commission. The program will focus on co-existing with wildlife in the

Hoofin’ it for Good

Pets like dogs and cats need our love and attention. The folks at Greenlands Farm in Bolivia have grown that circle of care to include farm animals. Maud Kelley is President and an educator with HOOF, Helpers of Our Farm.