Business Articles

Food & Family

by Annesophia Richards | Nov 7, 2022

For Donna and Jamie Hinrichs, serving Roman-style pinsa at their Hampstead pizza restaurant, Oval & Ale, is new twist on longstanding family traditions.

Business Profile: Topsail Frame Shop & Art Gallery

by Brian Wilner | Oct 25, 2022

Jeff Wenzel, who already has an artistic eye for photography, helps you with all your framing needs.

A Sweet Start

by Edward Wills | Oct 17, 2022

Opened in May 2022, Topsail Pie Company is rapidly becoming one of Topsail Island’s must-stop culinary destinations.

Coastal Chic

by Annesophia Richards | Aug 26, 2022

With a new Surf City vacation house as home base, VLV Designs expands its interior design services to the Topsail area.

Business Profile: JW Portrait Studios

by Brian Wilner | Aug 22, 2022

Jeff Wenzel, owner of JW Portrait Studios, says he is passionate about helping families document and capture special times in their life.

Past Articles

A Dining Landmark

by Kate Carey | Jun 27, 2022

Tradition and innovation dine side-by-side at Beach Shop and Grill in Topsail Beach.

The Building of Burrito Shak

by Ashley Daniels | May 9, 2022

Dave Longo shares the story behind the business he and his wife, Kara Longo, started in 2015 in Hampstead.

Epicenter of the Skate Scene

by Annesophia Richards | Apr 29, 2022

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

by Brian Wilner | Apr 25, 2022

At Hampstead Preschool of the Arts children are empowered to take risks in learning by providing a setting fostering self-esteem, confidence and respect.

Life’s a Picnic

by Kathryn Greene | Apr 11, 2022

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.