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Capt. Newton’s Inn

B&B in Southport full of Southern Charm with a hidden luxury addition STORY BY Ami Brown I was invited into the home of Lisa Fosbury, owner and operator of the Capt. Newtons Inn, B&B, in dowtown Southport for a behind

Brunswick Inn

One of the oldest small businesses in Southport Story by: KASS FINCHER Possibly one of the oldest small businesses in Southport is the Brunswick Inn on Bay Street. Its history is storied and rich, surviving many different owners, hurricanes and

Starting Your Own Business

With plenty of resources available, entrepreneurs and start-ups are on the rise By Ami Brown They say if a new business can make it the first five years… they’re considered successful. I’ve owned a couple of businesses and I can

Local Charities

November, the month of giving is here Story by Lisa Stites Helping others brings out the best in people, and there are many giving opportunities that can really make a difference in Brunswick County. With so many natural disasters such

Ghostly Update!

The article in last months issue called “Ghostly Tales” was based directly on the information in the book “Cape Fear’s Haunting Women” by Emily and Joseph Toone. The historic tale has been altered over time and we wanted to set

New City Manager

Hello Southport Magazine readers, My name is Bruce Oakley and I started as the new Southport City Manager on September 1. The move to Southport has been great and everyone has been so welcoming and helpful. It’s such a beautiful

2017 Holiday Gift Guide

Ports of Call Bistro

International Flavor with Southern Charm STORY BY KASS FINCHER If there was ever a business that followed the “think globally, act locally” mantra, it would be Ports of Call Bistro in downtown Southport. The international menu reflects dishes from around

Seasonal, Vacation and Forever Homes Offered By Southport Realty

STORY BY LESLIE FOSTER Their agents are well trained and have varied specialties which custom fit their client’s desires. Looking for a historic property downtown or new construction off the 211 corridor? Or perhaps you are looking to rent a

Ghostly Walk

Old Southport Tour Company Enchants Visitors with Historic Ghostly Walk STORY BY AMI BROWN If you want to learn a bit of Southport history, have fun, and maybe get a little scared, I highly recommend the Old South Tour’s Ghost