Oysters are shucking fantastic. The edible type doesn’t produce a pearl, but that’s okay. The real gem is the slimy ball of meat inside that tough to crack shell, and Stump Sound Oysters are the crown jewel of Onslow County and the Topsail area. Stump Sound Oysters Oysters are served nearly everywhere these days, from seaside…
Family fall activities are the best! Let’s get basic. I’m talking PSLs, scarves, boots, and pictures in a pumpkin patch. Don’t know what a PSL is? You’re not basic. And that’s basically okay! (Okay, okay, enough with the jokes). It’s time to enjoy all the cliches and wonderful events that Autumn brings, basic or otherwise!…
We love the education that Ecological Marine Adventures (aka “EMA Topsail”) brings to our community! Even though they are temporarily in Nicaragua on some cool aqua adventures, they are still teaching the Topsail community about the marine ecosystem! I asked Amber Maready, owner of EMA Topsail, to give us some insight into dolphins with the…
The warmth, the water, the sunshine: These are just some of the traits that make eastern North Carolina a wonderful place to live and visit. Unfortunately, these are also adored by mosquitos. The bad news is that mosquitos thrive in Topsail and dine on its residents regularly. The good news is that there are a…
Cape Lookout National Seashore: Shackleford Banks With its untouched maritime forests and roving bands of wild horses, it’s no wonder you want to go to Shackleford Banks. But how exactly do you even get out there? Getting to Shackleford Banks is not as easy as loading up the car and punching the address into a…
Carolina Beach State Park in New Hanover County is over 700 acres of paradise on the aptly named Pleasure Island. It might be easy to miss on the way to Kure Beach or Fort Fisher, but it is worth turning around to explore this beautiful state park off of US-421. The park’s sandy trails along…
Oysters are shucking fantastic. The edible type doesn’t produce a pearl, but that’s okay. The real gem is the slimy ball of meat inside that tough to crack shell, and Stump Sound Oysters are the crown jewel of Onslow County and the Topsail area. Stump Sound Oysters Oysters are served nearly everywhere these days, from seaside…
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Innocent children are dying because drivers are in a hurry, not paying attention, and on their phones Five children have died at bus stops in just a three days span, with at least 8 others injured. We all need to review the law on stopping for a school bus in North Carolina. Drivers must be…
17th Annual Dolphin Dip | New Year’s Day 2019 Photo/Video Credit: Unique Media Design After the chaos of the holiday season it might be tempting to catch up on some well-deserved rest. Take our word for it though, you’ll want to go easy on the champagne and not stay in bed for too long this…
Spring takes hold in Wilmington in a wild, purple and pink flare. The azaleas bloom all at once and with as much urgency as pageantry. Blooming somewhere between white and fuchsia, they ignite with an intensity that can startle even the most jaded local. Since 1948 the North Carolina Azalea Festival has trumpeted nature’s shift…
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There is no shortage of beautiful places to get away to in our neck of the woods. That doesn’t mean we don’t have our favorites. Between Topsail Beach and Emerald Isle in Onslow County is Hammocks Beach State Park [Swansboro, NC]. The park’s 1,520 acres span glittering coastline, estuaries, and pristine maritime forests. Routinely named…
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Situated just between the traffic of Wilmington and Jacksonville, Hampstead is beloved by those who call it home. The residents here are, in a word...
Photos provided by Sharon Luther Even the most casual visitor to Topsail Beach or Surf City knew The Belle. At 55-feet, crisp red and white, and the perfect decks to dolphin watch from, the Belle of Topsail was a replica of an 1880’s riverboat. She was a friendly sight on North Carolina’s Intracoastal Waterway. For…
Here's the most interesting facts about these culinary delicacies.
Drones are capable of capturing soaring, spectacular views that would have required a manned helicopter in the past. And leaving the artistic aspect aside,
Spring takes hold in Wilmington in a wild, purple and pink flare. The azaleas bloom all at once and with as much urgency as pageantry. Blooming somewhere between white and fuchsia, they ignite with an intensity that can startle even the most jaded local. Since 1948 the North Carolina Azalea Festival has trumpeted nature’s shift…
Photos provided by Sharon Luther Even the most casual visitor to Topsail Beach or Surf City knew The Belle. At 55-feet, crisp red and white, and the perfect decks to dolphin watch from, the Belle of Topsail was a replica of an 1880’s riverboat. She was a friendly sight on North Carolina’s Intracoastal Waterway. For…
We love the education that Ecological Marine Adventures (aka “EMA Topsail”) brings to our community! Even though they are temporarily in Nicaragua on some cool aqua adventures, they are still teaching the Topsail community about the marine ecosystem! I asked Amber Maready, owner of EMA Topsail, to give us some insight into dolphins with the…
Let’s talk $hit for moment.Just kidding. This is a family friendly site! If you live in Pender County or Onslow County, you might not have Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles scurrying around your sewage system. Because Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are fictitious. Also because you are on a private septic system. Septic systems are underground wastewater…
Spring takes hold in Wilmington in a wild, purple and pink flare. The azaleas bloom all at once and with as much urgency as pageantry. Blooming somewhere between white and fuchsia, they ignite with an intensity that can startle even the most jaded local. Since 1948 the North Carolina Azalea Festival has trumpeted nature’s shift…
Drones are capable of capturing soaring, spectacular views that would have required a manned helicopter in the past. And leaving the artistic aspect aside,
Photos provided by Sharon Luther Even the most casual visitor to Topsail Beach or Surf City knew The Belle. At 55-feet, crisp red and white, and the perfect decks to dolphin watch from, the Belle of Topsail was a replica of an 1880’s riverboat. She was a friendly sight on North Carolina’s Intracoastal Waterway. For…
Nestled between the New River and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, with Camp Lejeune located just across the Inlet, makes living in Sneads Ferry...
Flat (or matte) paint has its advantages. The low reflectivity can make trouble spots less noticeable. It is also easy to patch up. Flat paint takes to rough surfaces and blends over patches. Because it is so forgiving to imperfections and easy to apply it is a common finish on new construction. Our problem here…
We love the education that Ecological Marine Adventures (aka “EMA Topsail”) brings to our community! Even though they are temporarily in Nicaragua on some cool aqua adventures, they are still teaching the Topsail community about the marine ecosystem! I asked Amber Maready, owner of EMA Topsail, to give us some insight into dolphins with the…
The warmth, the water, the sunshine: These are just some of the traits that make eastern North Carolina a wonderful place to live and visit. Unfortunately, these are also adored by mosquitos. The bad news is that mosquitos thrive in Topsail and dine on its residents regularly. The good news is that there are a…
It's generally accepted that shooting in the RAW format is necessary for serious photography, but that's not always the case. If you're confused by the debate over RAW versus JPEG files, here are 5 advantages the latter can offer:
There are as many reasons to leave as there are to stay. There is NEVER a reason to shame one choice over another. Just as every hurricane is different, so are the factors that contribute to anyone’s decision.
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Do you know if your home has hard water? Hard water might be most obvious as an inconvenience, but when left unchecked it become much more than unsightly.
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In the article 10 Tips for Hurricane Preparedness we outlined different ways to give your home its best chance of surviving a hurricane. In case you haven’t seen just how rough a hurricane can get, check out our footage shot during Hurricane Florence to better understand how powerful a storm can be. Depending on a…
Drones are capable of capturing soaring, spectacular views that would have required a manned helicopter in the past. And leaving the artistic aspect aside,
Blessing of the Fleet The Blessing of the Fleet is a long-held tradition in many coastal towns where fishing is important to local identity. These communities can trace their heritage in fishing back through generations. The job can be dangerous and the sea, merciless. As a way to remember those who have been lost and…
“One of my favorite parts of oyster farming, is that I can send my oysters to Nashville and someone who has never even seen the ocean can taste Stones Bay in the merroir,” shared Matthew Schwab as he deftly manned his boat between rows of bobbing white floats. Merroir – An oyster’s characteristic taste and…
The warmth, the water, the sunshine: These are just some of the traits that make eastern North Carolina a wonderful place to live and visit. Unfortunately, these are also adored by mosquitos. The bad news is that mosquitos thrive in Topsail and dine on its residents regularly. The good news is that there are a…
When facing a storm, be it personal or literal, it doesn’t have to be weathered alone. In tightknit communities, there is always someone willing to help. Sneads Ferry is home to a crisis ministry who bring aid to those is trouble, helping to strengthen the hope and bond among neighbors. This non-profit organization, the Master’s…
Not every day can be a beach day. Whether it be because the weather’s not cooperating or dealing with sand is too much of a hassle, some days aren’t conducive to watching the waves. The kids still need to be entertained, though, and another episode of Paw Patrol won’t cut it. Thankfully, there’s more to…
Lake Linda’s Christmas lights are one of Hampstead’s greatest Christmas gifts. Tucked away on private property, located off Highway 17 behind Bojangles in Hampstead, Lake Linda's Christmas Lights are a huge display, rivaling many professionally scaled Christmas light designs. But they aren’t done by professionals or with a corporate budget. This gift to the community comes from a small, hardworking, local family, straight out of their own pockets, on their own private land. Why?
