Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce hires Tammy Proctor as its new interim executive director.
People Articles
A Light on Local History
Author Curtis Hardison will sign copies of his book Griot: The Evolution of Edgecombe, A Historical Perspective in Wilmington and Topsail Beach on August 23 and 24.
Surfing’s Narrator
Matt Perkins’ Surf Shorts podcast collects the stories of recreational surfers for the world to hear.
Joy in Fusion
Retired school counselor Mary Beth Utt enjoys the creativity of making fused-glass art from her Surf City home.
A New Leader
Amy Burton is Pender County’s new fire marshal.
Past Articles
Slam Dunk Career
Childhood roots on Topsail Island led Megan Zipfel to UNCW then out West, where she’s a rising star in NBA communications.
New CEO for Boys and Girls Clubs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern North Carolina appoints Dawn-Michele Blalock as the new CEO.
Master of Wine
Sommelier Jordan Culler manages all things wine at Beach Shop & Grill while ever-furthering his education.
Rooted in Community
Mayor of Surf City Teresa Batts is eager to serve the town she has lived in her whole life.
The Road to Self Confidence
Sneads Ferry Athletic Club brings boxing, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes and more to the Greater Topsail area.
Accidental Artist
Topsail Beach resident Leslie Marsh is a self-taught fiber artist, book artist, photographer and painter.
Standing Up for Mother Earth
A look at the works of Surf City author Deb Bowen.
Mover & Shaker
Whether she’s selling real estate, working for the town or volunteering in the community, North Topsail Beach Mayor Joann McDermon makes things happen on the island she loves.
Focused on the Future
Behind the camera or behind the bar, Ryan Butschle is living his best life on what he calls a wild roller coaster ride.
A Humble and Simple Life
Meet the namesakes of the Earl G. & Inez Batts Recreation Complex in Surf City.