

Watercolor Magic
Art should connect people for generations. You may not like what it says, and it may change your point of view. Or it may instantly make...


Dogs Of Summer
When Joe Doppes purchased Bob’s Dogs on Oak Island last year, he decided to leave the name as is, wanting to reassure regular customers...


Keeping It Fresh, Keeping It Local
If ever there were a perfect time to shop at a farmers market, this is surely it. Chain grocery stores are full of people and not always...


Thinking Out Of The Box
Municipal parks and recreation departments play an important role in community building. They offer a place for people to gather and meet...


20 Years of Adventure
Editors’ Note: When we bought our first home on Oak Island we had great neighbors. One of them was Emma Thomas, founder and owner of The...


Watch That Sun!!
May was National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and as we head into the summer season, I thought it would be a great time to remind...


Kayaking Through COVID
I’m a wanderer. I’ve never been happy staying in one place. I love living here, I love my home, but I also need, on a very basic level,...


Steampunk Artistry
Once just science fiction and fantasy writing reminiscent of Jules Verne, the Steampunk genre now saturates many facets of life, such as...


A Meal With A View
When Cindy Capps points to the waterfront view at Rusty Hooks Dockside Grill, she smiles and shares her philosophy. “We are a destination...


Beautifying Their Community
Life can feel overwhelming at the moment. It seems now more than ever, we all need a little bit of joy to brighten our days. Karen...