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2023 Go Jump In A Lake

Don’t miss the 14th running of the Go Jump in the Lake 5K and 1.5 Mile Fun Run/Walk, in Boiling Spring Lakes on Labor Day. Organized by the Southport Rotary and Brunswick Wellness Coalition, this family-friendly event promotes health and

Nature Photos For A Cause

If you’d like to bring a little bit of our the beautiful nature that surrounds us inside your house, but don’t want to clean up after it, we may have just the thing for you! Emma Thomas at The Adventure

OWA Announces 30th Season Shows

The Odell Williamson Auditorium (OWA) is proud to announce its upcoming season, featuring an eight-show line-up that pays tribute to some of the most legendary performers, singers, and songwriters. To celebrate 30 seasons of live music and performing arts, the

Painting Heroes

Long before photographers and cameras were everywhere, artists had been commissioned to record events using their painting and drawing skills. In America, these paintings are considered irreplaceable historical documents of U.S. History, such as the works by portrait artist Gilbert

Brunswick Community College Mobile Enrollment

Editor’s Note: We saw Brunswick Community College’s mobile unit in the 4th of July parade in Southport and wanted to learn more. Being journalists, we waited until close to deadline and submitted a few questions to BCC staff. We hoped

2023 4th of July Festival Schedule

The North Carolina 4th of July Festival is nothing if not huge. With so much to do, you’ll have to plan ahead to make sure you hit all your favorites, and sample a few new events as well. Here is

Oak Island Beach Day 2023

Our national founding isn’t the only birthday we celebrate during the NC 4th of July Festival. On Saturday, July 1, the Town of Oak Island celebrates 24 years since Yaupon Beach and Long Beach joined together with Beach Day, a

Beach Bowl: Oak Island’s Newest Beach Game

Don’t be surprised this summer if while you’re relaxing with your crew at the beach, a woman comes over and challenges you to play a form of beach Skeeball. Say yes. It’s tremendous fun, and you’ll be helping a neighbor.

Southport Suzie’s – A Sweet Spot for the Whole Family

By Patty Langer What’s better on a hot summer day than a bowl of frozen yogurt and a glass of wine?!  You read me right – I said frozen yogurt and wine!  That’s what they’re serving at Southport’s coolest new

Brunswick County WWI Veteran Receives Purple Heart

As we celebrate the birth of our nation, it seems natural to pay homage to those who sacrificed and fought to create our country and to protect our freedoms. One such man was recently recognized for his efforts during WWI,

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