Tag Archives: Southport NC
Celebration for the Nation
When Southport celebrated Independence Day centuries ago, ships dropped anchor in the maritime town’s harbor, firing off cannons in honor of our nation’s freedom. Today, we celebrate with fireworks shot off a barge in the waterway, amongst much more hoopla
Celebrating Summer in Southport
Cindy Brochure, the director of tourism and economic development for the City of Southport, recognizes the opportunity our coastal gem hosts in the summer months: tourists’ dollars. Yet she also recognized a problem tourists run into while vacationing in nearby
Ship Watch
There are few places on Earth, and perhaps none as peaceful as Southport, where one can recline in an Adirondack chair, sip a glass of Southern sweet tea, and view the massive cargo ships as they pass on their way
Better House Hunting
The housing market is on the rise according to Money Magazine, which reported price increases are projected for most of the country this year. You can still snag a good deal while the market recovers—but don’t go into your home
Easy Does It
As the weather warms and the beach beckons, pure panic often strikes as the realization hits: It’s time for the exposure of swimsuit season. Try not to indulge that panic—especially if you already own a swim suit and don’t have
The Winner’s Circle
What: Brew Club Rate Night When: Thursday, June 25th • 7 p.m. Where: The Grape & Ale 8521 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island Cost: Membership in Brew Club, $15/mo. Info: (910) 933-4384 www.thegrapeandale.com From the establishment of America’s first
Family First
As tomatoes and secret spices form crimson, slow-moving bubbles within a large metal pot on one of the few stove tops available, Joseph Borsuk cracks a joke about his modest kitchen. Yet with what one chef may deem inadequate, Joe
Artful Alliance
The iconic gray and white building set on West Street in downtown Southport has a rich history as a community venue. For the past 30-plus years, Franklin Square Gallery has been under the command of the Associated Artists of Southport,
