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#ReelKidsFish
Surf City Ocean Pier is seeking sponsors and volunteers for its July Children’s Fishing Competition.
Sharing the Stoke
Brothers Holden and Hunter Griffeth open a mobile surf school on Topsail Island.
Safe Haven
N.C. Coastal Land Trust’s purchase of Hutaff Island forever protects the last privately owned undeveloped barrier island in North Carolina.
Open Mic Night Pender NC
Pender Education Partnership hosts its Open Mic Night fundraiser on June 2.
Friday Night Fun
Alive After Five concerts return to Hampstead starting Friday, May 20.
Expanding the Mission
All Saints Catholic Church raises $3.1 million to build a new church in Hampstead.
Volunteers Needed
Pender AmeriCorps Seniors seeks volunteers for its RSVP programs.
The Building of Burrito Shak
Dave Longo shares the story behind the business he and his wife, Kara Longo, started in 2015 in Hampstead.
A Humble and Simple Life
Meet the namesakes of the Earl G. & Inez Batts Recreation Complex in Surf City.
Epicenter of the Skate Scene
For more than 25 years The Skate Barn in Hampstead has been the go-to for skateboarders from near and far.
Hampstead Preschool of the Arts
At Hampstead Preschool of the Arts children are empowered to take risks in learning by providing a setting fostering self-esteem, confidence and respect.
A Taste of the South
Spike your sweet tea for a truly refreshing cocktail to serve at your upcoming spring cookouts.
Racket Man
Howard Hess, known for bringing tennis to the Topsail area, is back at it with pickleball and the Belvedere Pickleball Center.
Life’s a Picnic
Picnic Haven and its founders LaRhea Burke and Cai Cee Murgo serve as a story of courage, community inspiration and the importance of relishing life’s special moments.
The Gold Hole
Rumors of buried treasure persist around Topsail Island, and the best documented story of a search for it occurred before World War II.
The Perfect Picnic
Tomatoes stuffed with fresh-made chicken salad make a light and tasty outdoor lunch.
Life on Wheels
RV travel is booming, and Topsail-area campgrounds are ready for the guests who are flocking to their facilities.
Business Profile: Chef James The Englishman
Who wouldn’t love to have a personal chef come to their home and cook them a five-course gourmet meal?
Getting Down to Business
Meet three women who are shaping Holly Ridge with their multifaceted ventures.
New Brewery in Town
Topsail Brewing Company is coming in summer 2022.
Grow Your Own Food Academy
Kyle Stenersen of Humble Roots Farm offers an online course in home-grown food.
Notable Neighbors: Island Kids
Meet a few of the teens who live the beach life as Topsail Island residents.
Building Better Coaches
Pender High School coaches are nationally recognized for earning Level 3 Status through the NFHS Learning Center.
Notable Neighbors II
Meet a few residents of Topsail Island.
Emergent: Is Wellness a Worthwhile Pursuit?
As this series on wellness exploration comes to an end, let’s look at what I didn’t cover and use the momentum from what I learned.
Bringing It, Big Time
Tortuga’s Nest welcomes back Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling on Sunday, February 13.
Topsail Island Vacation Nanny
Wendy Russo offers a break for local and visiting parents.
Keeping Topsail Clean and Pristine
The Protecting Our Beaches and Waterways event is set for February 3, and virtual registrations are still available.
Inside the Art Barn
For the past 12 years, ArtExposure has served as an epicenter for the arts in Pender County.
More Than a Launch Point
Marsh Creek at Scotts Hill Marina is a destination for boaters with dry boat storage, a convenience store, fuel, a clubhouse and a restaurant, The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine.
What’s in a Name?
Waterways, a murderer and seafood: How Sneads Ferry got its name.
Growing a Better Pender County
Pender County N.C. Cooperative Extension is a resource for farm and garden assistance as well as youth development.
Raising the Bar
Three women business owners revive an old Surf City shopping complex.
Comfort from the Kitchen
Is there anything better on a winter night than your very own homemade mini chicken pot pie?
A Clear Path Forward
Pender County Schools Superintendent Dr. Steven Hill focuses on making education relevant for every student.
Serving Strength & Support
Topsail Young Life has been standing by area teens when they need it most for nearly 20 years and is now in search of a new leader.
Blueberry Drop
Burgaw’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration is back live and in person for 2021.
The Dolphin Dip is Back
Take an invigorating New Year’s Day hop in the ocean to benefit Share the Table.
Neighbors Feeding Neighbors
Share the Table’s Reverse Advent Calendar invites daily giving.
Every Season is Oyster Season
Three Little Spats Oyster Co has a long lineage in the oystering business yet they’re seeking to change how the public perceives oyster season.
A New Chief
As Chief Ron Shanahan retires, Surf City welcomes Phil Voorhees as the new police chief starting January 1.
Not For Kids Only
Adults love hot chocolate too, especially with a splash of schnapps and my special secret ingredient.
Emergent: The Gift of Touch
Take his holidays to a deeper level with the gift of massage and reiki therapy.
Fudge and Fun
Topsail Island Trading Company in Surf City, sister store to The Gift Basket in Topsail Beach, is known for its tasty homemade fudge, but there’s a whole lot more to the store.
Notable Neighbors
Meet the people who call Topsail Island home.
New Holiday Event
A Christmas Tree Lighting is coming to Hampstead Kiwanis Park on December 3.
Nauti or Nice
Get those boats decked out for the 2021 Greater Topsail Christmas Flotilla, or come watch and enjoy the fun.
Top Recognition
Pender Early College High School accepts it award as a National Blue Ribbon School in Washington, D.C.
Where Tacos Meet the Beach
Surf City Line offers cocktails, tacos and amazing beachfront views.
Christmas in the Country
Old Homestead Farm in Rocky Point transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season.
