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Brunswick County Fair
Brunswick County is getting its own county fair, complete with all of the traditional food, games, rides, and animal exhibits a fair brings to town. Stump Hill Farms, a locals’ favorite spot for seasonal fun, began a fifth year on
Brandon Hill: How An Idea Became A Brand
One of the greatest entrepreneurs in the world, Walt Disney, said, “Don’t wait for the perfect moment, take the moment and make it perfect.” And that’s exactly what Brandon Hill, North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year, is
Win A Trip To The Cherry Blossom Festival
The NC 4th of July Festival is proud to announce an exciting new fundraising initiative in support of the Festival: a raffle offering a once-in-a-lifetime getaway for two to the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC. Valued at $3,000,
Southport Lions Club Gears Up for the 80th Anniversary
By: Dana Jordan, Photos contributed Mark your calendars and shine those fenders — the Southport Lions Club Car Show is coming back this Labor Day weekend, promising another unforgettable celebration of community, classic cars, and charitable impact. And this year,
The (Rescue) Dog Days of Summer
Story by Janet Fortney, photos by The Photo District Although you may recognize her from her frequent appearances – always with an adoptable dog beside her – on local television stations WECT, WWAY, and WSFX, Lee VanOrmer is more often
Barn and Beach Artists Begin Scholarship Program
No one appreciates the needs of young artists like other artists. Seeing a need to support art education, Francesca Talbot, local artist and owner of Barn & Beach Designs, recently created an art scholarship funded by the sale of donated
Franklin Square Gallery Summer Events
This summer, the Associated Artists of Southport (AAS) are offering a host of fun events at Franklin Square Gallery for art lovers to enjoy. The Summer Regional Show runs through July 19 and features original paintings, pottery and sculpture by
2025 NC 4th of July Festival Schedule
The North Carolina 4th of July Festival has so many fun activities and programs, so use this schedule throughout the week so you don’t miss any of your favorites! This year brings some new events, like the Brunswick Arts Council’s
Solstice Festival/Make Music Day
If the day is long, why not fill it with music? And if you’re going to have music, why not throw in storytellers, food, arts and crafts and maybe even a little Shakespeare? That’s the idea behind the Brunswick Arts
Oak Island Medallion Treasure Hunt
It’s time for the second Town of Oak Island Medallion Hunt, a fun and exciting event where the community comes together in a race to find the hidden medallion. Whether you’re a long-time resident or just visiting, this thrilling treasure
