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Surf’s Up for Good

Surfs Dream Club is doing their part story by Alyssa Crouson Do you want to spend the day in the sun while your kids are learning how to surf for free? Well, this year the Surf Dreams Club is hosting

A Big Aloha for Cafe Koa

New cafe takes Southport by storm Story by Kass Fincher Southport residents are welcoming one of our newest restaurants downtown – Cafe Koa – with a big “aloha.” Inspired by one of the owner’s experiences in Hawaii, the cafe’s name

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

Connecting with You

Katie Beecher gives intuitive readings that help you discover emotional health. BY LISA STITES In this month that celebrates all things love, it’s a good time to remember that fostering good relationships with others and loving and caring for yourself

Quirky Meets Genius

Quirky Meets Genius Sharon Vinciguerra, Paper Clay Master story AND PHOTOS by CARLA EDSTROM Nothing gets me into the Christmas spirit faster than driving down Howe Street in Southport and seeing the streets all decorated with the big light up

Hi Tech Work of Art

Wooden Boat Show Time!

  The 8th Annual Southport Wooden Boat Show – Sept. 30th 10am – 4pm The Southport Annual Wooden Boat Show is gearing up for another superb family event. This year it’s scheduled for September 30th from 10am until 4pm, with

A Feast for the Senses

Lantana’s Gallery & Fine Gifts – an eclectic vibe of local and regional artists BY: LESLIE FOSTER   BIZ Q & A Lantana’s Gallery & Fine Gifts is only a block from the Southport waterfront, where nature creates masterpieces on

Art, Wine & Beer

Silver Coast Winery Tasting & Tap Room and Art Gallery – The Perfect Gathering Place. STORY & PHOTOS BY: KASS FINCHER When you step into the Silver Coast Winery Tasting and Tap Room just minutes from Southport’s waterfront, you’re walking

Cover Art Winners!

Bill Gray is our cover art competition winner. He is a retired pharmacist and enjoys painting as a hobby in his spare time. These two beautiful short-haired pointers were sitting in the chairs on the porch – just waiting on