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CONTENTS 34 54

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Coasting..................................................................................................................................................................8 N.C. Maritime Museum Offers Virtual Programming.............................................................................................20 Catfish - A Southern Delicacy................................................................................................................................34 One-of-a-Kind Boat Returns to Watercraft Center.................................................................................................40 Support Your Immune System with Grapes...........................................................................................................50 History Banks - Early Days at Fort Macon.............................................................................................................54

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Contributors: Mayor Eddie Barber

Danielle Bolton Mayor John Brodman Mayor Trace Cooper Morgan Gilbert Robby Fellows Curt Finch Tom Kies Jayme Limbaugh Wanda Martinez Valerie Rohrig Rudi Rudolph Mike Wagoner Julia Batten Wax

Chamber Connection.............................................................................................................................................12 The Onlooker.........................................................................................................................................................16 Tide Tables............................................................................................................................................................17 Coastal Currents Events Calendar........................................................................................................................20 Health & Wellness.................................................................................................................................................27 Book Bag...............................................................................................................................................................29 NEW - Tasting Notes.............................................................................................................................................30 Focus on Fitness...................................................................................................................................................31 At the Aquarium.....................................................................................................................................................32 Bulletin Board........................................................................................................................................................38 Staying Busy - Emerald Isle..................................................................................................................................38 Staying Busy - Swansboro....................................................................................................................................45 Rental Signs..........................................................................................................................................................46 Turtle Tracks..........................................................................................................................................................52 Property Watch......................................................................................................................................................58 Crossword Puzzle..................................................................................................................................................65 Horoscopes...........................................................................................................................................................66 Best Buys..............................................................................................................................................................67 Money Matters.......................................................................................................................................................69 Advertiser Index.....................................................................................................................................................69

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ATLANTIC BEACH Mayor’s Notes..............................................................................................................................................22 The Ocean Breeze.......................................................................................................................................24 PINE KNOLL SHORES Mayor's Notes...............................................................................................................................................43 PKS Club News............................................................................................................................................44

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Masks are mandatory and reservations are needed. Be sure to call ahead to ensure the tours are on schedule.

Old Burying Ground Tours Tickets: $12 for adults & $6 for children Resting in the shade of majestic live oak trees, the Old Burying Ground holds fascinating stories about Beaufort’s 300-year-old history! Majestic live oak trees enshroud the historic gravesites within this cemetery, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. An experienced guide in period dress leads tours through the Old Burying Ground telling tales of its many colorful characters.

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from the editor's desk What a strange non-summer it has been along the Crystal Coast. All of the elements have been in place - the weather, the visitors who are discovering our slice of heaven and the mosquitoes. Yet so many things were missing - impromptu backyard gatherings, the region's popular organized events, outdoor concerts, family reunions and the wonderful programs offered by our local museums.

While closed to the public, our wonderful museums around the county are all brainstorming ways to continue to focus on their mission and share their message.

On page 10, read about the various programs offered by the Beaufort Historical Association that are still on the calendar. From tours of the Old Burying Ground to zips around town on the bright red double-decker bus that has long been an icon in the Beaufort community, the historical organization continues to share the history of the beautiful seaport village.

That is followed on page 20 by a rundown of the N.C. Maritime Museum's virtual program offerings. The three museums in the Maritime Museum system, are working together to offer an array of educational family programs. Folks can listen to recordings of the site's popular Brown Bag Gam series or purchase lesson bundles focused on maritime history and culture. Geared toward specific age ranges, the plans aren't just for the summer months. In fact they may be great ways to enhance and localize virtual education

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as we move into the school year.

The N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, also one of three in the state, is likewise offering virtual programming that allows participants the chance to have a private - distant - encounter with the aquatic life in its care or a behind-the-scenes tour of their conservation efforts.

In all cases, the small fees associated with the programs help sustain these pillars of the community. What has been lost in program fees through the summer months is unimaginable and while it is unknown yet how that will effect our museums moving forward we urge the community to do what they can to help to support their efforts. Virtual program participation and donations will be greatly appreciated. In turn, the amazing year-round activities these site's host will be enjoyed by locals and visitors for years to come!

In a separate note - we welcome the contribution of Mayor John Bordman to our fold. His first column appears on page 43.

In office for just a handful of months, Mayor Bordman fills the slot left empty with the passing of Mayor Ken Jones. We are excited to have John continue the tradition of penning an Island Review column and look forward to getting to know him.

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A Healthy Respect for our Teachers and Frontline Heroes

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s many of you know, I’m the president of the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce. But since March, but I like so many others have mostly been working remotely. I also write mysteries in my spare time.

I fear that anything I write will pale in comparison to the drama unfolding hour by hour all around us. By the time this appears in the September issue of the Island Review, the death toll in America will be approaching 200,000 if not exceeded that number.

Over the summer I taught a creative writing class for Carteret Community College and I talked extensively about heroes. We discussed how they need to be relatable but flawed in some way, but they should always be up to the task at hand, no matter the consequences or the danger.

We have them in real life. We always have, but it’s much more obvious now. The doctors, nurses and health care workers risking their own lives to treat those sick with Covid-19.

And of course, our heroes are also the law officers, firemen and EMTs that continue to work even though they’re putting themselves in danger of contracting the disease. And many of them have.

Less obvious are the people who are working in our grocery stores, pharmacies, gas stations and (thank heavens) the liquor stores. We also need to thank the truck drivers, the mail carriers, and sanitation workers.

And it goes without saying that our teachers are also heroes.

They always have been, but now more than ever they’re putting themselves on the front lines.

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Logistically, this is what the school board decided as far as reopening up the schools: The Carteret County Board of Education members voted to implement their hybrid plan in which students alternate in-person days with each week of school. All students, pre-kindergarten through grade 12, will be assigned a cohort (A or B) which will attend school in-person two days each week and learn remotely three days a week, on an alternating basis.

A 100% virtual learning option will also be available for any family that chooses that for their student.

I’ve been teaching my creative course in-person since late June.

The college requires masks inside any building and the members of my seven-student class keep socially distanced. We’re doing all the right things, but still, we’re in the same room for two hours, talking and reading our work out loud.

Teachers are going to be in rooms with many more students for longer periods of time. Any way you look at it, they’re heroes in this time of pandemic.

One of the many reasons we enjoy reading mysteries, especially in uncertain times, is that we’re pretty certain that by the last page, justice will be served, and the heroes will be victorious.

But this isn’t fiction.

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the onlooker Mike Wagoner

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Summer at Cape Look was a Teenager's Dream

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uring the days when the late Capt. Josiah Bailey was transporting up to 40 tourists at a time back and forth from Harkers Island to Cape Lookout, he had “encounters” with the “boys of summer” who camped out in style at an expansive A-frame cottage on Core Banks.

Sam Quincy Bass Jr. of Raleigh clearly remembers the “Summer of 1968” at the summer home of his uncle, Charles Reeves Jr. of Sanford, N.C. Here’s an abridged version of the story, which Sam published in 2014: “My brother Clyde, cousin John Reeves and I were 13, 14 and 15, respectively. Cape Lookout offered “an entire summer of… adventure.”

“We would spend the endlessly long hot summer days boating, sailing, water skiing and running the Jeeps over huge sand dunes,” as if straight out of the TV show “The Rat Patrol.”

Sam said: “When we couldn’t eat another cinnamon bun shaped like a hockey puck or a cold can of spaghetti, we’d make the trek to the ‘Hook of the Cape’ to Dr. Graham Barden’s house. Mrs. Barden would make us the hottest, tallest stack of tender, mouth-watering, blueberry pancakes we ever put into our very empty stomachs.”

Dr. Graham A. Barden Jr. and his wife, Mary Louise Moulton Barden, of New Bern owned the former lighthouse keeper’s quarters; they had it moved in 1957 about a mile away from the lighthouse.

The radio played every night at the Reeves’ cottage, which the teens referred to as “Charlie’s Chapel.” Sam said: “Our station of choice was an AM out of Morehead City with the call letters WMBL “Where Morehead and Beaufort Link.” (The tower was on Radio Island.)

In 1968, WMBL played early “Beach Music” – featuring “groups andThe singers like the Drifters, Clyde McPhatter and Big Joe Turner.”

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“Skiing was our primary form of self-expression,” Sam said. “We considered ourselves as good as any of those gentrified Cypress Gardens guys.”

“We held endurance events to see who could ski the longest. It was routine to ski the 14 miles from the Beaufort Inlet to the Cape.

Add what were sometimes three- to four-foot waves to the mix and the effective distance and demands compound,” Sam said.

“One of our favorite pastimes was harassing the Cape Lookout ferry boat, the ‘Diamond City,’ skippered by a wonderful old salt named Capt. Bailey.”

“The ferry ran twice a day from Harkers Island to the Cape. It was filled with excited passengers eager for everything the distant Cape had to offer. We were convinced that included watching our superb water skills.”

Sam continued: “One afternoon while skiing in Barden’s Inlet, we spied the ferry leaving her mooring at the Cape with her cargo of sunbaked passengers. Our best stunt skier, Henry Long (a friend from Roanoke Rapids), was in the water and both thumbs up to engage the audience.”

“John wheeled our powerful boat around, poured on the gas and sped toward the ‘Diamond City’… and we fully expected Henry to lay a 15-foot wall of water on the crowd in the boat. But as elegantly as a figure skater, Henry glided along the gunnels of that 55-foot sailboat rising and falling in her wake.”

“He flirted with a couple of female passengers and delighted everyone else with his style and wit to the point of roaring laughter and applause. All were entertained … with the notable exception of one red-faced sea captain. We would suffer his wrath later.”

“But in time, ol’ Josiah Bailey let us know he rather appreciated our shows, too,” Sam Bass concluded.

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Sat. 5: Cannon Day. Visit Fort Macon State Park and learn how the old Civil War cannons function. Firing demonstrations held at 10:30 and 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm.

Free. Details: 252-726-3775.

6, 12, 19: Races – Carteret County Speedway.

Grab your earplugs and enjoy a Saturday night at the races. Start time varies. Check carteretspeedway.com for more information.

11-13: Crystal Coast Grand Prix. Catch some big boat racing near the NC State Port in Morehead City. Details: oparacing.org.

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19-20: Emerald Isle Fall Fishing Tournament. This near new event encourages anglers to enjoy a little fishing in three different categories: king and Spanish, surf, and kayak. Cash prizes.

Registration ranges from $50 to $250. Details: emeraldislefishingtournament.com.

competition. Details: abkingmack.com.

Sat. 19: Outlander at Tryon Palace. Fans of the Outlander series can now follow Claire and Jamie’s footsteps in North Carolina as they visit Tryon Palace. The Outlander Home & Hearth tours begins at 9:15am and Outlander at the Governor’s Palace begins at 4:15pm.

Tickets are $15. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

9-11: Mullet Festival. One of the area’s oldest festivals brings a street carnival atmosphere to the historic streets of downtown Swansboro.

Expect arts and crafts, music, food and plenty of fried mullet. Admission is free. Details: swansborofestivals.com.

MUMFest. This award-winning fall festival brings more than 80,000 guests to downtown New Bern, for live entertainment, venues, amusement rides, roving street entertainment and more. Festival runs from 9:30am-6:30pm on Saturday and 10:30am-5pm on Sunday.

Details: mumfest.com.

Tryon Palace Garden Lovers’ Weekend. The palace gardens open free of charge during MumFest so guests can take in the fall blooms. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

OCTOBER 3, 17, 31: Races – Carteret County Speedway.

Grab your earplugs and enjoy a Saturday night at the races. Start time varies. Check carteretspeedway.com for more information.

3-24: Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Tournament.

Supporting the Atlantic Beach Fire Department year after year, this popular tournament invites anglers to participate in three weeks of fishing

9-10: Tryon Palace Heritage Plant Sale. 9am-5pm.

Fall is for planting and this annual plant sale of native species is a great place to get started.

Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

N.C. Maritime Musem Offers Virtual Programs As summer winds down and families find themselves adapting to new routines, the North Carolina Maritime Museums are doing the same. Staff at each of the three museums in the system have lined up a full schedule of educational and entertaining programs and activities that have been tailored to allow the public to access them from wherever they are.

Virtual programs are available on a regular basis through the museums’ websites and social media channels, both at scheduled times or on an on-demand basis. Members of the education staff are also available for virtual outreach programs for educators.

The N.C. Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort (ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com) has recordings of the Brown Bag Gam educational presentations; a video demonstration of a “cookie archaeology” activity that families can do; downloadable, maritime-themed children’s activities; branded maritime-themed backgrounds that are compatible with widely used video conferencing software; exhibit tours and artifact insights; educational resources; and a weekly community Treasure Hunt complete with real “treasure.”

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whole state prepare for the return to school in some form in the next couple of weeks, I want to remind everyone that we are here to help,” Museum Educator Christine Brin said. “Our resources are available to all types of educators including formal ones in classrooms, informal ones at home and everyone in between and beyond.”

Those resources, she explained, include setting up virtual interviews with museum staffers such as the conservator, educators, maritime historian, marine biologist and/or boat builder; outreach presentations on pirates, maritime myths and legends, whales and whaling, movie pirates and pirate life; and research assistance for educators and students on topics related to maritime history, culture and environment.

Likewise, the N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport (ncmaritimemuseumsouthport. com) has recently adapted its popular programs to help families who have had to add classwork to their daily routine.

“Since groups cannot visit the museum and participate in classes, we would like to take the museum to them,” N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport Manager Lori Sanderlin said.

The museum offers educational bundles

on the following topics Pirates, Hurricanes, Working on the Water, U.S. Coast Guard, Native Americans, the Civil War, Colonial North Carolina, Women’s History and ECO Warriors. Each bundle, which is sent via mail, is $15 and includes worksheets, an activity, and a surprise gift designed for one of four different age groups: 4 to 6; 7 to 12; 13 to 17; and 18 and up. All proceeds support the museum. The museum also offers regular weekly programming on its social media channels, including craft and story times.

The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras (graveyardoftheatlantic.com) offers homeschool lessons available online.

The lesson plans and activities on Civil War, Piracy, Shipwrecks and World War II are designed for fourth graders and for eight graders, however, the plans can be adapted for other age groups as well. There are also videos that share a bit about the region’s history, including shipwrecks, the mailboat that connected the island communities and the Black experience on the Outer Banks during the Civil War and early Reconstruction period.

For more information about the programs, visit ncmaritimemuseums.com which features links to all three sites.

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Atlantic Beach Should Invest in Itself

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or a long time, I have been writing about the importance of the built environment on our community. I’ve written about how we should prioritize design and esthetics to generate quality development, as opposed to quantity development.

I have been talking about our planning efforts on these fronts. When our citizens pass on great ideas about beautifying our community and making it a better place, I have had to thank them for their thoughtfulness but let them know that “we are still in the planning phase” for this or that.

I’m tired of it. I’m tired of writing about these things. I’m tired of talking about these things. I’m tired of telling the citizens for whom I work that we can’t act on their ideas. It is time to make things happen. It is time for Atlantic Beach to invest in itself.

The Town Council is currently considering two issues that could jump start a renaissance in Atlantic Beach. Each of them costs money, but the costs are worth the benefit to our town and our citizens.

The first is the construction of a new Public Safety and Administrative building. We have been planning this for years. We have an amazing team of employees running the Town of Atlantic Beach and they deserve a safe place to work. And we, as citizens, deserve a municipal building that we can be proud of. With the help of award-winning architects and top-notch general contractors we have designed a building that will withstand hurricanes, look great

and serve our operational needs for generations to come. We should make this investment.

The second issue is providing waste-water infrastructure for the Causeway and our Commercial Corridor Zone. This zone consists of the Causeway and a couple blocks of Fort Macon Road near the main intersection. If we invest in this project (this project’s costs would be borne solely by the properties in the Commercial Corridor Zone), we will see buildings like the Showboat replaced by firstclass redevelopment that maintains the commercial character of the Causeway. We should make this investment, too.

When I write that “we” should make these investments, I’m not referring to the town government. I’m referring to those of us that pay taxes to the town because that’s where the money comes from.

The average property tax bill in Atlantic Beach is only $616 per year.

We are very proud that we maintain one of the lowest tax rates in the state while still providing a high level of service. For us to do good things, however, we must be willing to invest just a little bit more in our town—likely less than $100 per year for the average taxpayer.

If you think we need new public safety facilities and want to see the Showboat replaced with something great, tell us. If you want to see our boardwalk upgraded and new features added to our park, tell us. Please let me the and rest of our Town Council know that you think it is time for Atlantic Beach to invest in itself.

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The Ocean Breeze The Mack is Back Mission of the ABKMFT

The motto “We Fish for Life” is more than a slogan for the Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Fishing Tournament, it is a way of life. Each year, the tournament’s mission is to raise funds to purchase life-saving equipment that directly benefits the Atlantic Beach Fire Department daily!

History of the ABKMFT

In 2017, a dedicated group of Atlantic Beach citizens and local fishermen took on the challenge of re-establishing the Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Fishing Tournament. In the years since, the ABKMFT has contributed more than $50,000 to the ABFD in vital lifesaving equipment including emergency communications equipment, UTV’s, ATV’s and an AutoPulse mechanical CPR compression device, all of which have contributed directly in the saving of lives.

As they enter the fourth year of the tournament, the ABKMFT Board of Directors stands strong in their efforts to improve beach safety and ocean rescue with a goal to purchase a new ocean rescue jet-ski with rescue board and an additional AutoPulse mechanical CPR device which will allow the ABFD to equip both paramedic level ambulances with this invaluable life-saving tool.

Present Day Tournament

For 2020, the tournament has been tailored for the everyday fisherman with low entry fees, local fishing boundaries, and a multi-fish format. The 3-week tournament length allows all fishermen the opportunity to fish despite scheduling conflicts or weather and local fishing boundaries open the tournament up to fishermen with small and large fishing boats alike! To keep the playing field even, all fishermen are only allowed to weigh two fish over the course of the three weeks.

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SEPTEMBER 2020

Town Hall, 125 W. Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 252-726-2121 • Fax 252-727-7043 Official Website: www.atlanticbeach-nc.com Published Monthly by the Town Manager's Office: David Walker - Town Manager townmanager@atlanticbeach-nc.com Morgan Gilbert - Director of Recreation, Communication & Special Events Katrina Tyer - Town Clerk/Executive Asst.

The ABKMFT is more than a fishing tournament. For 2020, the board of directors has developed three events; The Captain’s Party, Sponsor and Fisherman Appreciation Event and Awards Banquet.

The creation of these events truly makes this an exceptional Atlantic Beach event with a nice little fishing tournament on the side.

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The 4th Annual Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Fishing Tournament begins on Oct. 3 and ends on Oct. 24. The Captain’s Party will be held on Friday, Oct. 2 at 6pm.

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he Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) anticipates that 2020 will be another peak year for cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), an uncommon but serious neurologic condition that affects mostly children. The disease has peaked every two years between August and November in the United States since 2014.

Enteroviruses, particularly enterovirus-D68 (EV-D68), are likely responsible for these peaks in cases.

CDC released a new CDC Vital Signs report to alert health care providers to a possible outbreak this year. This Vital Signs report reveals a delay in care for some patients in 2018: 35% of patients were not hospitalized until two or more days after limb weakness.

AFM can progress rapidly over the course of hours or days, leading to permanent paralysis and/or the life-threatening complication of respiratory failure in previously healthy patients, so delays in care can be serious.

This Vital Signs report is intended to provide an anticipatory alert as we prepare for a possible outbreak this year.

The CDC urge parents and doctors to suspect AFM in patients with sudden limb weakness, especially August through November. Recent respiratory illness or fever and the presence of neck or back pain or any neurologic symptom should heighten their concern.

Pediatricians and frontline providers in emergency departments and urgent care centers should be prepared to quickly recognize symptoms of AFM and immediately hospitalize patients. Timing is critical at each step – prompt AFM recognition leads to optimal

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Doctors Urged to Recognize Symptoms medical management and early specimen collection. When health care providers recognize symptoms as soon as possible, there is a better chance of detecting the cause of AFM, which might help predict the outcome. Other laboratory tests and an MRI of the brain and spinal cord can distinguish AFM from other conditions with limb weakness.

“As we head into these critical next months, CDC is taking necessary steps to help clinicians better recognize signs and symptoms of AFM in children,” said CDC Director Robert Redfield, M.D. “Recognition and early diagnosis are critical. CDC and public health partners have strengthened early disease detection systems, a vital step toward rapid treatment and rehabilitation for children with AFM.” AFM is a medical emergency and patients should seek immediate medical care, even in areas with high COVID-19 activity. It is not known how the COVID-19 pandemic and the social distancing measures may affect the circulation of viruses that can cause AFM, or if COVID-19 will impact the health care system’s ability to promptly recognize and respond to AFM. If social distancing measures decrease circulation of enteroviruses this year, AFM cases may be fewer than expected or the outbreak may be delayed.

“All clinicians should remain vigilant for AFM and promptly evaluate patients,” said Thomas Clark, M.D., deputy director of CDC’s Division

of Viral Diseases. “During the COVID-19 pandemic, this may require adjusting practices to perform clinical evaluations of patients by phone or telemedicine.

However, clinicians should not delay hospitalizing patients when they suspect AFM.”

Review of AFM Peak in 2018 This Vital Signs report provides a more detailed view of clinical characteristics of AFM, which can help clinicians better recognize signs and symptoms, evaluate patients, and provide optimal medical management and rehabilitation.

The third and largest peak of AFM occurred in 2018, with 238 cases in 42 states. CDC reviewed the medical charts of AFM patients to collect more detailed information about their symptoms, exam, laboratory and MRI findings, and where and when they sought medical care.

CDC’s review showed that in 2018: • 76% sought medical care within one day, 64% presented to the emergency department • 98% of patients with AFM were hospitalized • 54% of patients were admitted to an intensive care unit; 1 in 4 hospitalized patients needed mechanical ventilation to help them breathe

Most cases were in children (94%) and most patients (86%) had AFM onset during August through November. Most patients had a fever and/or respiratory illness approximately six days before limb weakness onset. Other common early symptoms were difficulty walking, neck or back pain, fever, and limb pain.

While most patients were hospitalized within one day of limb weakness onset, 25% were not hospitalized until two to three days after, and 10% were not hospitalized until four or more days after their limb weakness began This could indicate delays in recognition and presents an opportunity for improvement.

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By Alex Trebek Since 1984 Alex Trebek has been coming into people’s homes as the host of the popular game show – “Jeopardy”. Finally, he has written a book about his life and career and his thoughts on family, education and success. The book uses the novel structure of the show with each chapter head being an answer to a question related to Trebek’s life and career.

Trebek started his life in Canada where he was born and began his public life there in radio and then hosted a TV show called – “Music Hop.” His first quiz show job was as a host on a high school competition called – Reach for the Top.” He writes he learned to be sensitive to those who missed questions from his start working with those students in Canada. He moved to California and met Merv Griffin who first produced Jeopardy.

The author writes about his first marriage, which failed, and then describes his 30 plus years with his present wife, Jeanne, which he describes as a very compatible relationship. About being a parent he says, “The most challenging thing about fatherhood is that it introduced an element of fear into my life.” By this he means worrying about their safety. His personal life has also involved his work with many charities such as World Vision.

His work on “Jeopardy” takes up much of the book. He describes working from six in the morning until five in the evening as they tape five shows a day with two different audiences each day. He tells of how the categories and questions are chosen, that announcer Johnny Gilbert is a singer who early on recorded two albums, and that his favorite categories are geography and movies.

Trebek explains the show is popular because most people are competitive, like to learn, and feel comfortable with him and the format.

There are chapters on Ken Jennings and James Holzhauer, the two most popular champions on “Jeopardy.” Trebek says he spent 37 hours of show time with Jennings and the two of them are very much alike in personality. Holzhauer was the one who developed a new strategy of starting with the harder questions first. Most fans of the show know that Jennings finally lost when he chose Fedex instead of H&R Block as the company with 70,000 seasonal employees.

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Chardonnay Finding the Middle Ground

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hite wine drinkers often creates two camps: NBC – Nothing but Chardonnay and ABC – Anything but Chardonnay. There will be a day when the two groups live in harmony.

Chardonnay is the world’s second most planted white grape.

Such was not always the case. The boom of wine drinking in the 1980’s caused Chardonnay’s acreage to triple in Burgundy. In the same period, California’s acreage has grown almost five times. Now California’s Chardonnay plantings outnumber all the Chardonnay plantings in France.

Chardonnay is easy to grow and adapts to the cold of Champagne and heat of California. It has three notable drawbacks. It blooms early and is susceptible to spring frosts. Its thin skin is prone to rot at harvest. It has a very small harvest window for the perfect balance of acid and sugar. This causes problems in warm wine growing regions.

Chardonnay must, or pre-fermented juice, has high sugar levels. This leads to either high alcohol levels (which can masquerade as a bit of sweetness) or out and out residual sugar. These high sugar/alcohol levels were one reason for its popularity with the 1980’s burgeoning wine drinkers. Burgundy seldom had a problem with full ripeness. Often, Bourgogne vignerons had to rely on adding sugar before fermentation, or chaptalization, to meet minimum alcohol requirement of 12 to 12.5%.

Chardonnay readily takes on the characteristics of its elevage or handling. When picked before full ripeness, the terroir will clearly show. The wine may be steely when grown in a cool climate and fermented and aged without oak. Chablis is the poster child of this style. Warm the climate, pick a bit riper, and add perhaps the slightest dollop of oak, et voila, Mâcon or Côte Chalonnaise. Cool climate + serious, new oak = the Côte d’Or. The California Chardonnay formula has developed since the 1940’s when the Wente family committed to serious Chardonnay cultivation. California winemakers must account for a warm growing region, big sugar, big alcohol, big wine, and a possible lack of acid. This ripeness tends to overshadow the vines’ terroir while it highlights its elevage. This ripe fruit stands up to lees contact, malolactic fermentation, and intense oak treatment.

Nascent wine drinkers of the 198’s were quite enamored of this flamboyant style.

Most winemakers were happy to oblige these tastes. The wines were stunning, simply by being stunning. This ripe, fruit driven style became synonymous with the very word Chardonnay. If the wine is deficient in acid to begin with though, these techniques accentuated this broadness and led to flabby, ponderous wines. Then the backlash came.

In the 2000’s, many new world winemakers have begun to harvest earlier. They also dialed back lees contact, malolactic fermentation, and oak treatment. These changes have allowed California Chardonnay to show its terroir.

This movement to center, a compromise of new world ripeness and old world acid structure, may be just what Chardonnay needs to return to the popularity it enjoyed in its heyday late in the 1900’s. Like anything else, polarization can only last so long.

Brett Chappell is a certified Sommelier and wine educator with 30+ years of experience in all aspects of the wine and restaurant industries. He and his wife Jen, who is a Wine and Spirits Education Trust Level Two, escaped from Northern Virginia to “retire” by opening MF Chappell Wine Merchant in Atlantic Beach during COVID-19. MF Chappell Wine Merchant is located at 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway Atlantic Beach, 252-773-4016.

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here are a multitude of benefits for using personal trainers no matter who you are, from weight loss to injury prevention and post physical therapy training. Personal trainers are not for the elite and movie stars anymore. They are a necessity for many of us and we don’t even know it! I mean who doesn’t want to move feel and better with less pain?

The investment into your health through personal training pays dividends for years, as it has the potential to save you valuable dollars in the future through injury prevention, weight maintenance, and overall health.

As a busy mother of two amazing and highly energetic little boys, a personal trainer is an absolute necessity to me. I often cut my personal time short to get them to all their extracurricular activities and have a healthy meal on the table at night. After delivering each of my sons, I had low back pain. To address this issue, I met with Pauline Juhle owner of Because We Run and Lucas Jordan of Lucas Jordan Fitness. They helped me strengthen the muscles I had injured during pregnancy and delivery through exercises specific to my injuries and pain. I also used the training for motivation to lose the baby weight! Within one year, I felt better, looked better and was pain free. In fact, I was better than BEFORE pregnancy! So, yes, even personal trainers use personal trainers!

Now that you know some of the benefits for using a personal trainer, here are some valuable questions you should ask every potential trainer: Ask for their certifications – There are so many certifications out there, but only a few are NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) accredited and are recognized as the standard for the field. Some of the top certifications out there include: ACSM, NSCA, ACE, and NASM. It takes serious work to complete these certifications, and it’s important to trust someone who has put in the time and effort. It is also important to verify their certifications are still current. This can be done easily by going to their certifying organizations website and search for a professional.

Ask if they have a degree in an exercise science related field – There are many opportunities for personal trainers to obtain postsecondary education. College teaches separate classes for the variety of traits necessary to be a proficient and knowledgeable personal trainer. Like any other professional field, it takes many years of education and experience to excel in personal training.

Check references – It is always good to follow up with current and former clients and ask how they are doing with the personal trainer. Beyond education and current credentialing, meshing with

the personal trainer’s personality is crucial to a client’s success.

There must be rapport between you and the personal trainer or you may not enjoy your sessions as much as you could.

Don’t judge a book by its cover – Don’t get me wrong, make sure your trainer walks the walk, but be sure to select the personal trainer whose expertise best matches your goals. Sometimes we choose trainers because they have the body we want or because they look tough or easy. Always remember, they work out with what works best for them, and that may not work for you. Also, don’t overlook someone because they don’t look how you think a personal trainer should look. I have seen this time and time again. Clients will come in and say, “I don’t want to train with her because I don’t think she will be tough enough!” Those same clients after some convincing and complimentary sessions with the easy personal trainer, become clients for life and achieved amazing results.

In conclusion, there are various important benefits to hiring a personal trainer. So, whether you are considering personal training to stay motivated, reduce medications, improve mood or feel better, make sure you ask each potential personal trainer for their credentialing and make sure he or she is a good fit for you. If you ever have any questions please let me know!

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Catfish

A Southern Delicacy

‘Catfish Farming’ Is Big Business in Eastern N.C. Carolina Classics Original Catfish is a brand of farm-raised catfish.

The aquaculture company, which originated in 1985, is based in Aden. It owns and manages 1,200 acres of fish farm ponds in eastern North Carolina, harvesting some 5 million of pounds of catfish a year.

Joanie Stiers, an agricultural journalist, reports that Carolina Classics is North Carolina’s “largest catfish producer, selling primarily fresh to retailers and restaurants from Chicago eastward and Georgia northward into Canada. The company also taps a consistent nationwide market as the exclusive catfish supplier for Whole Foods Market.”

Rob Mayo, owner of Carolina Classics, said: “We sell our fish to people who want a higher value, consistently good-tasting fish that has a clear traceability in terms of where it’s come from, what it’s been fed and how it’s been raised.”

Catfish production and processing contribute more than $12 million per year to North Carolina’s aquaculture industry, about one-fourth of the total annual volume for all aquacultural products, according to the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDACS).

Pete Anderson of New Bern, an aquaculture consultant with NCDACS, says: “When we look at trying to feed a growing population, aquaculture, in general, can produce more pounds of protein per acre than any other species.”

Gary Dillon, the fish farms manager at Carolina Classics, said catfish are a favorite meal of bald eagles that have nested near the fish farm ponds. He said that the catfish were first discovered by ospreys, but the eagles swooped in to steal the fish that the ospreys had snatched with their talons.

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and having the eagles claim the spoils,” Dillon said.

The eagles now are on their own to fish for their dinner. Dillon said: “A two-pound catfish each day is more than enough for a meal for an eagle, and what he doesn’t consume, the vultures and other birds and animals around here will finish,” Dillon said.

Eagles and vultures are not the only birds that have been drawn to the “catfish cornucopia.” Blue and gray herons, snowy egrets, kingfishers, wood storks and several species of shore birds and ducks – some quite rare – also stake claims to the waters, Dillon said.

“Land animals frequently spotted around the ponds include bears, foxes, coyotes, opossums, raccoons, beavers, otters and muskrats.”

What’s for Dinner? Fried Catfish and the Fixin’s!

Fried catfish is more than just another Southern food – it pairs with fried chicken to form a delicious blend of “creek and coop” (a goodeatin’ alternative to “surf and turf.”)

Give credit to Hannah Hayes, a former editor at Southern Living magazine, for making the connection.

She said frying catfish is trickier than frying chicken. If it’s prepared poorly, catfish “can taste swampy and greasy, but cooked well, it can make the difference in turning a catfish loather into a lover.”

The late Craig Claiborne, who was a revered food editor and restaurant critic for the New York Times, was born in Sunflower, Miss. He once wrote: “Like most Southerners, I adore catfish. Eating deep-fried catfish was a ritual (for Sunday outings) and the menu was always the same: cornmeal-coated catfish with its golden-brown crusty exterior and moist white inner flesh; deep-fried hush puppies; deep-fried potatoes; and coleslaw.”

“Now that catfish are being raised in fresh water ponds,” he said, “they are available frozen all over the country and can be used in any recipe calling for a white non-oily fish. Even after freezing and defrosting, catfish remain snow white and as firm as when taken from the water.”

Willard Scott, the retired weatherman from NBC’s “The Today Show,” once said: “If I go down for anything in history, I would like to be known as the person who convinced the American people that catfish is one of the finest eating fishes in the world.”

North Carolina Is A Catfish Paradise Mary Syrett of Raleigh, a freelance outdoor writer, says catfish are as much fun to catch as they are to eat … if you know the right “fishing holes,” and “North Carolina is a catfish paradise.”

The tactic of these tasty freshwater fish is to hug the bottom of rivers and reservoirs, thereby staying largely under the radar, Syrett said.

“Channel catfish are found in most North Carolina rivers and lakes.

While not much to look at, they always put up a good fight and make for delicious eating,” she said.

Prime rivers to pursue catfish include the Cape Fear, Roanoke, Tar, Neuse and Yadkin.

World’s ‘Catfish Capital’ Is Savannah, Tenn.

Ready for a road trip to the heart of “catfish country?”

It’s about 815 miles “around your elbow” from Morehead City to Savannah, Tenn., but the “best catfish dinner in the world” will be waiting for you at Hagy’s Catfish Hotel.

That’s the opinion of OneSouthernMan.com, a blog maintained by Paul Stanley. He is a former state legislator, investment banker and a native of Savannah, a small city of about 7,000 inhabitants. He’s also been a Hagy’s “frequent diner” since childhood.

The community and the restaurant are situated in southwest Tennessee on the Tennessee River, a world-class destination for catfish anglers, about two hours east of Memphis.

Savannah’s claim to fame as the “Catfish Capital of the World” dates back to 1953, when local industrialist Cecil Parris convinced the local postmaster to add that designation to the postmark used to cancel mail. Parris was described as a “catfish enthusiast.”

Stanley said: “As the Hagy family tale goes, Henry and Polly Hagy first docked a flatboat along the banks of the Tennessee River in 1825 and laid claim to several acres. They supported their family by building a riverfront store to supply steamboats and other river travelers.”

“In 1938, toward the end of the Depression years, Norvin and Dorothy Hagy held a fish fry for their good friend, Tennessee Gov. Gordon Weaver Browning, who was running for his second term,” Stanley said. “Gov. Browning told the Hagys their catfish and hushpuppies were so good they should open a restaurant. That’s exactly what they did.”

“The ‘hotel’ part came into play when travelers who arrived by boat would eat and stay overnight instead of tackling the river in darkness,” Stanley said.

Thus, the restaurant took on the nickname of “Catfish Hotel.

“I have a feeling some good ole Tennessee moonshine may have played a part in their guests’ wise decision to remain on dry land,” Stanley added.

When his parents were courting (Adam Stanley and Bettye Lanier), they often enjoyed Friday evening catfish dinners at Hagy’s. “Daddy would carry a small bottle of whiskey in a brown paper bag. He and Momma would sit down, order their fish, and have a little toddy before the meal,” Paul Stanley recalled.

“Norvin would soon deliver their plates and proceed to sit down, helping himself to the bottle my dad had worked so hard to secure for his weekly date. Momma said she never could understand why Daddy had to buy two meals AND provide Norvin with his liquid

refreshment, too. They were lifelong friends.”

Oldtimers recall the stories about the reason why this stretch of Tennessee River near Savannah offered an abundance of catfish. It’s because near here the “river begins to flow backward” and the fish congregate.

What they mean is: The Tennessee River turns and flows practically straight north from Savannah until it empties into the Ohio River, at Paducah, Ky. The fish merely have to pause and get their bearings, resetting their internal GPS systems.

It’s true, the Tennessee River travels 652 miles and ends up north from where it begins just outside Knoxville, Tenn. A few nips of hooch help make all of this perfectly clear.

Now, the third generation of Hagys is at the helm. Jim Hagy (grandson of Norvin and Dorothy) said: “Given our location, hardly anyone can walk to the restaurant, so whenever the staff sees a car pull up, they realize those folks made an effort to come, and we need to make sure the food and overall experience are worth the trip.”

Jim Hagy grew up cleaning catfish and working in the kitchen. “It comes down to dressing, seasoning and cooking,” he says. “The quality of the fish, the temperature of the oil and cooking length are critical to great southern fried catfish. And people may be surprised there’s not a ton of seasoning on our deep-fried catfish.”

Restaurant co-managers Barbara and Joey McAfee have been working with the Hagy family for more than 40 years now, extending the hand of southern hospitality to hundreds of customers on a daily basis.

‘Catfish’ Hunter: Northeast N.C.’s Favorite Son One of the best Major League Baseball pitchers in the Hall of Fame is the late Jim “Catfish” Hunter of Hertford, who signed a pro contract after graduating from Perquimans County High School in 1964.

Born in 1946, James Augustus Hunter was the youngest of eight children raised by Abbott and Lillie Harrell Hunter, who were tenant farmers. The five Hunter boys labored on the farm and worked odd jobs to earn enough money to buy baseballs.

Early in his high school days, Jimmy Hunter was “discovered” by Clyde Kluttz, a former major league catcher from Rockwell, N.C. (in Rowan County). After a nine-year playing career, Kluttz became a scout for the Kansas City Athletics organization.

Kluttz had dialed in on a Hertford farm boy who could throw hard … but also had control of his pitches.

The Athletics’ (known simply as the A’s) team owner was Charlie Finley. When introduced to Jim Hunter, the 18-year-old rookie pitcher, Finley asked about his new player’s nickname.

Bob Ruegsegger, a freelance writer based in Virginia Beach, Va., said the boy meekly replied: “Jimmy.”

“Apparently, his unpretentious response didn’t satisfy Finley’s promotional compulsion,” Ruegsegger wrote. “‘You got to have a nickname, son, if you want to play professional ball,’ Finley insisted.”

Finley promptly asked Hunter what he liked to do. Hunter replied that he liked to hunt and fish. “Finley thought for a few minutes and decided that the ballplayer’s nickname would be ‘Catfish.’”

“Finley fabricated a story to corroborate the ‘authentic’ nickname he was assigning to his new pitcher. ‘You left home when you were 6 years old. Your momma and daddy couldn’t find you,’ Finley said.

‘When they finally found you, you had landed two catfish, and you had a third one on the line. They’ve been calling you ‘Catfish’ ever since.”

Ruegsegger said the dialogue continued: “Mr. Finley, no one has ever called me ‘Catfish,’” Hunter insisted.

“I just gave you $75,000,” Finley countered (a reference to Hunter’s signing bonus).

“Yes, sir. My name is ‘Catfish,’” Hunter conceded.

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Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation

All activities take place at the Community Center in Emerald Isle, unless otherwise noted.

The Community Center’s hours are: Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm, Sat, 9am-4pm, closed Sunday.

Call (252) 354-6350 for more info. Be sure to visit our website www.emeraldisle-nc.org/ eiprd.

Adult Programs

•AA: Saturdays at 8pm meets at town hall.

•Art Club: Meets every Wed, 12-4pm at town hall.

•Community Woodworkers’ Club: 1st Thurs at 7pm at town hall.

•Emerald Isle Stamp (Philately) Club: 2nd & 4th Thurs at 7pm at town hall.

•Quilters Group: 3rd Wed of each month from 1-4pm at town hall.

Athletics (Fun for all ages!)

•Drop in Tennis: Mondays from 9-11am, Blue Heron Park •Open-Play Indoor Soccer: Mon & Thur 6-7pm, 12 and under; 7-8pm, age 13 & up; Fri 6-7pm, 13-16; 7-8pm, 17 & up.

•Open-Play Basketball: Tue 6-7pm, age 15 & under; 7-8pm, age 16 & up; Sat 9-11am, age 15 & under; 11am-4pm, age 16 & up.

•Open Indoor Volleyball: Wed 6-7pm, age 15 & under, 7-8pm, age 16 & up.

Fitness

The Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation offers a variety of fitness classes~ Fees: Members $1/class, non-members $5/class (unless otherwise noted).

Mon & Thur 8am - STEP AEROBICS; Mon & Tue 5:30pm - TABATA; Tue 8am - K-DUB DANCE; 1st Tue 9am - KICKBOXING; Tue 9am - BODY SCULPT; Tue 6:30pm - LINE DANCE; Wed 8am - ZUMBA; Mon 4:15pm & Wed 5:30pm POUND; Fri 9:15am - H.I.I.T: High Intensity Interval Training; Sat 9am - ADULT S.A.F.E.WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE = Self-Defense, Awareness, Fitness & Empowerment ($5 non-members-$2 members)

Yoga Program Schedule

Taught by certified Yoga instructors on staff, these classes focus on basic Yoga postures & asana for the beginner; Fees: $2 members & $7 non-members (unless otherwise noted) •Yoga: Mon 12pm, Tue 10am, Wed 12pm & Thur 9am •Gentle Yoga: Saturdays 10:15am •Yoga as Therapy: Instructed by a physical therapist, this class incorporates core strengthening, spinal stability, stretching, balance and gentle yoga poses. The emphasis is on correct alignment and individual modification. Appropriate for all levels. Mon & Wed @ 9:15am-($5 members, $10 non-members.)

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Around the County 8 Carteret County Republican Party, 2nd Tuesday, 7pm, CCGOP Headquarters, 5370K Brandywine Crossing Hwy 70, Morehead City, all Republicans welcome to attend, 247-5660, carteretcountygop.org.

12 Carteret County Democratic Party, 2nd Saturday, 8am, Golden Corral, Morehead City, all Democrats invited to attend, 726-8276, carteretdemocrats.org.

Story Time and Pre-K Play CANCELLED UNITL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19 Sept. 7: Community Center will be CLOSED in observance of Labor Day Holiday Sept. 11: Friday Free Flick. CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 Sept. 19: 19th Annual Day4Kids CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 Sept. 18: PEP Program. 10-11am. The PEP program, or Police Educating the Public, is a series of one-hour classes presented on the third Tuesday of every month in the Town Board Meeting Room to increase public awareness and provide education and tips on how you can prevent yourself from becoming vulnerable to these issues. Topic: “Legal Update/Traffic Laws” Sept. 24: Coffee with a Cop @ Stir it up. 9-10am. Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation! No agendas or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood! Coffee with a Cop sessions take place on the 4th Thursday of each month at different locations in Town.

Sept. 26: Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19

**Please note: special events, community center hours and all programs are subject to change due to COVID-19.

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N.C. Maritime Museum Boat Builder Tim White works on repairs to Periauger, a historic replica of a long-lost Colonial boat of the same name. The work is being done at the museum’s Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center in downtown Beaufort.

One-of-a-Kind Boat Returns to Watercraft Center A historic boat that is literally one-of-a-kind has made a temporary return to the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center.

Periauger, a historic replica of the long-lost Colonial boat of the same name, was recently brought back to Beaufort for refurbishment.

Originally built at the N.C. Maritime Museum in Beaufort’s working watercraft center, Periauger sits there once again as repairs continue on the vessel, the only known boat of its kind.

“The boat itself, in its historic context, was really important to North Carolina,” the museum’s maritime curator, David Bennett, said.

“In the 17th and 18th centuries, it was a popular coastal transport, especially in North Carolina’s inner waters.”

Construction on the historic replica began in 2003 under the Periauger Project, a partnership of the museum, the Perquimans County Restoration Association, Perquimans County and East Carolina University’s Program in Maritime Studies to reintroduce the periauger to North Carolina’s waters. The design provided a bit of a challenge, however, since no examples of what at the time was a common style of boat are known to exist.

“A lot of people had these boats,” Bennett said. “But North Carolina’s climate is an inhospitable environment for the long-term survival of wooden boats.”

When approached at the time about the project, Mike Alford, the museum’s former maritime researcher, and boat builder Geoffrey Scofield had already been trying to learn as much as they could about the periauger — using the only sources available: historical records and illustrations.

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one.”

But that chance eventually came along, and their years of research and thinking paid off in the form of the design and plan for the historic build, which was completed in 2004. The boat, which belongs to the Perquimans County Restoration Association, is housed at the 1730 Newbold-White House in Hertford. Housed, that is, when she’s not going in front of the camera. Periauger has been featured in both historic documentaries and on the big screen, most notably in the filming of the 2019 movie “Harriet.” In the film, abolitionist Harriet Tubman rides in Periauger as she leads Union troops on a river raid of South Carolina plantations.

But with time, climate and wear taking a toll on the boat, its owners worked with Bennett on bringing the boat back for the repairs. The museum’s boat builder, Tim White, is doing the work in sections, cutting out one piece of the cypress floor at a time, replacing the damaged portions with new cypress before moving on to the next. It’s a slow process, White explained, working bit-by-bit out of necessity.

“I don’t want to damage the integrity of the floor,” White said.

Public operations are currently suspended at the Watercraft Center. However, while work is being done on Periauger, and weather permitting, the Watercraft Center’s double doors facing Front Street will be open for those who’d like to see the progress.

“It should be there through the end of August, easily,” Bennett said.

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Pine Knoll Shores Mayor John Brodman

Getting Settled in a New Role

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y the time you read this, I will have been in office for just under two months, and what a two months they have been. Thank you for the words of support many of you have given me. It means a lot to me during this time of uncertainty. Despite the extra precautions we are taking during the pandemic, many of you have made the effort to schedule an appointment, come by to say hello, get acquainted and share your concerns with me. It is this kind of communication that makes our community a special place, and I want you to know that I am generally available by phone, email or in person, whichever suits your needs and schedule best.

Several people have asked me about my priorities for the town.

I want to assure you that I don’t have a personal agenda, and that your agenda is my agenda. I came into office just after our board of commissioners passed the new budget for fiscal year 2020-2021, which, by itself, is an annual statement of our priorities. Of course, new issues are constantly emerging and existing priorities are constantly changing. I believe in representative government, and while the powers vested in the mayor in our town manager/council form of governance are limited, I assure you that I will do my best to listen to opposing viewpoints and promote consensus on the most effective solutions to the problems that do arise.

Covid 19 is affecting how we conduct our daily business, and it will most likely have profound impacts on our town in the longer-term.

As people learn to work and educate their children from home, many of our second-homeowners are spending more time here and others are planning to become permanent residents. Homes are selling fast, building permits are up and people are realizing that Pine Knoll Shores is truly a great place to live. How will our infrastructure handle this growth? What will be the impact on our natural resources, environment

and access to the great outdoors? How do we manage these changes and still preserve the “beach town in a forest” image that makes us so unique?

These are just some of the important issues that our Strategic Planning Committee, Planning Board, Community Appearance Committee and homeowners’ associations, all composed of citizen volunteers, are beginning to wrestle with. It’s difficult for our active citizen committees to meet and conduct business when town hall remains closed, and indoor gatherings are limited to no more than 10 people wearing masks and abiding by social distancing. Unfortunately, unless there is a major break-through in dealing with the virus, we may have to conduct business this way for many months to come. We are learning quickly about electronic meeting options, and we will be upgrading the equipment in the boardroom at town hall to allow and encourage continued citizen participation in the affairs of the town, that has become a hallmark of our community.

In closing, I want to say a few words about hurricane preparation.

While we were spared somewhat by Isaias’s track, our town staff went about the business of preparing for the emergency in a very professional manner, and they deserve a hearty thank-you from all of us. As you read this, we will be approaching peak hurricane season and we can’t let our guard down. As the saying goes: “keep your fingers crossed, pray for the best, but prepare for the worst”. On a lighter note, our beaches and new vegetation came through Isaias with flying colors, and we only had one tire wash up on the entire length of our beach. If we’re lucky, the scourge created by the 650,000 tires placed offshore to create artificial reefs between 1975 and 1983, may finally be behind us.

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pks club news PKS Women’s Club Since March this has been an unusual year for the Pine Knoll Shores Women’s Club. We are used to socializing, enjoying food and programs at the monthly meetings. We’ve had to adjust our lives and it looks like we will be continuing to do so. As of this printing I am not sure if or when we will return to face to face meetings. The board is doing behind the scenes activities to keep our business running and to determine when members will be able to meet again. In the meantime, we thought a little history about the club would be interesting.

In the Beginning…

There was one Women’s Club in Pine Knoll Shores in 1983 and that was the Garden Club. There wasn’t anything to appeal to women who didn’t love to garden so an idea came up with a group of women in the Garden Club. What about a Women’s Club where you could socialize, have speakers come to talk and get to know the women in Pine Knoll Shores? This idea was presented to the members of the Garden Club through a survey. Would you like to join a Women’s Club? The response was positive so an invitation to come to an organizational meeting at town hall was placed in the Shoreline on February 24, 1984.

This first meeting of the Pine Knoll Shores Women’s Club was at town hall and representatives from the Morehead City Women’s Club presented the National Federation of Women’s Club activities and responsibilities. This helped point the direction of the club. At the March meeting, the women decided to form an independent, non-Federated Club. Their purpose was “Social Unity and Interest Groups.” It was to be an informal group that would meet monthly on the fourth Friday.

Today, the club still meets in the same time slot at town hall.

In June of that first year officers were appointed. They included: Verna Armstrong as President, Betty Harmon as Vice President and Wanda Lettan as Secretary. These women met and created the first byLaws. They needed a Treasurer so Connie Browne was appointed. The club was off and running! It was exciting to begin a new club and they

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Hunter never pitched in the minor leagues. He went straight to “the bigs.” His pitching record for his first three seasons at Kansas City was so-so, but he caught fire after Finley moved the A’s to Oakland, Calif., for the 1968 season.

Hunter pitched a perfect game on May 8, 1968, skunking the Minnesota Twins, 4-0. It was the ultimate “no-no” – no hits, no walks, no runs, no errors.

Hunter struck out 11 batters and helped himself at the plate by driving in three runs with three hits. Teammate Jack Aker told the Oakland Tribune, “There was just one thing he did wrong. He flied out to center field once.”

Since 1903, only 21 perfect games have been recorded in Major League Baseball. Hunter was the seventh pitcher to accomplish his feat. No pitcher in history has thrown two perfect games.

The A’s, buoyed by Hunter, became unstoppable, winning three consecutive World Series championships from 1972-74. Hunter was the American League’s Cy Young Award winner in 1974 – the best pitcher of the year, selected by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America.

Hunter made history off the field as well. A contract dispute with Finley was eventually settled, with a ruling in Hunter’s favor, granting him status as a “free agent.”

Matt Kelly, communications specialist at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, N.Y., said: “For the first time since the 1870s, a major league player was free to offer his services to the highest bidder … a sweepstakes for baseball’s best big game pitcher, Catfish Hunter.”

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quickly established committee chairman and developed some interest groups that we still have active today.

Supper Club, Lunch Bunch and Book Club were formed in the first year. They also had a Travel Club and Antiques Club. There were trips to Winterthus in Wilmington, Delaware with stops in Brandywine and Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania, The Biltmore Estate in Ashville and Charleston, S.C. The club needed a logo so, there was a contest. Members created a logo design and Wanda Lettan won. This is the same logo used today.

Some of the programs that first year were “Life Behind the Iron Curtain” by Helen Julien, a journalist from the Canadian Press Club, “A Travelogue on Egypt by Charlotte Cade. The Club members even had a trip to the Big Star Market and the program was “Getting the Most for Your Food Dollar.”

One month they met and the program was “Activities to Entertain Your Grandhildren” and “Problems Newcomers Encounter.” These were not big problems, but small things like places to shop for your favorite spices or brans you used “back yonder” and can’t seem to find here.

Many can relate to having to adjust to a new place and things are so different. It can be frustrating.

As time went on the club made more of an impact on the community.

To raise money for giving to the community, they started selling reflective shoulder sashes to use when exercising. Their first charity was the Bogue Banks Library for their permanent book collection. We still give to them today. As time went other charities were added the largest being the Scholarship Fund to Carteret Community College which is given to a nontraditional student who is returning to school.

During that first year friends were made, programs were interesting, by-laws were accepted by the membership, and committee and interest groups were formed. At the very first meeting in February, 1984, 23 women attended and in June of 1985 the club had grown to 52 members. As one member put it “We were starting to walk.”

$3.2 million, along with a $1 million signing bonus, to join the New York Yankees for the 1975 season. The deal was engineered by Clyde Kluttz, who was then employed as the Yankees’ “director of scouting.”

Thus, Hunter became baseball’s first multi-million-dollar player.

Kelly quoted Hunter as saying: “I was probably the first player who broke it open for other players to be paid what they’re worth.”

Hunter helped the New York club win back-to-back World Series titles in 1977-78. Hunter retired at the end of the 1979 season. His five World Series rings, earned over the course of a 15-year career, is quite impressive.

Jimmy Hunter returned to his roots in Hertford, a town of about 2,000 people located at a bend in the Perquimans River, which flows into the Albemarle Sound.

He and Helen Overton had been high school sweethearts; they were married in 1966 and raised three children. The Hunters’ goal in life was to make their hometown proud.

In September 1998, Jim Hunter was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. He died at home about a year later on Sept. 9, 1999, at the age of 53.

Prior to his death, he and the Hunter family established the Jim “Catfish” Hunter ALS Foundation to assist patients and caregivers, thereby easing the burden of ALS and improving quality of life.

The Perquimans County Chamber of Commerce in downtown Hertford houses the official Jim “Catfish” Hunter Museum. Call 252426-5657.

Bob Ruegsegger simply suggests: “Go.”

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All activities take place at the Recreation Center (830 Main St Ext) in Swansboro, unless otherwise noted. The Recreation Center’s hours are: Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm, Sat, 8am-12pm, closed Sunday. Call (910) 326-2600 for more info. Be sure to visit our website at swansboro.recdesk.com to register for events.

Adult Programs Weight Watchers: Tue 5:30-7:30pm (Subject to Recreation Center Opening) Onslow County Senior Services Nutrition Site: Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm (Subject to Recreation Center Opening)

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After School Program. Swansboro Parks and Recreation is excited to offer an After School Program for the 2020-2021 school year designed to offer enrichment activities for grades K-5 from 3-5pm on weekdays. For more information call (910) 326-2600.

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Sept. 4-5: Kayak Fishing Clinic. 9am-Noon & 6-7:45pm. Join us for a two-part kayak fishing lesson and trip. Friday we will be at the Swansboro Recreation Center in the classroom learning basic kayak fishing skills like knot tying, bait, times and tides.

Saturday get ready to enjoy a guided fishing tour leaving from Pogie’s. All supplies provided. Cost is $50 per individual.

Sept. 17: Fall Farmhouse Wreath Making Class. 5:30-7:30pm. Spruce up your home with a fall farmhouse style wreath with Swansboro Parks and Recreation. The class is $20; all supplies included.

Sept. 12 & 26: Shark Tooth and Shelling Kayak Expedition. Come join us for a relaxing kayak paddle to surrounding islands to scavenge for beautiful shells, shark teeth and other beached goodies. For more information, call 910-326-2600 or come by the Swansboro Recreation Center. You can register online at swansboro.recdesk.com.

Suggested items to bring: water shoes, sunscreen, water and hat. Meet: Cost is$40 per individual or $30 to use your own kayak.

Sept. 26: Paddle Tour: Roanoke River Paddle & Overnight Camping Trip. Join Swansboro Parks and Recreation and Pogie’s Fishing Center for an overnight camping and paddling trip up to the Roanoke River. Around 15 miles of paddling, all kayaks and equipment provided, transportation provided, primitive camping. We will be providing lunch and dinner on Saturday night at the campgrounds. We will be camping on the platforms on the river after an all-day paddle from the River Landing Platform near Williamston through Devil’s Gut. Depart Pogie’s Fishing Center at 7am. For pricing and more information please contact us at (910) 326-2600.

Sept. 22-Nov. 10: E-Sports: Madden 21 Online League & Tournament. 6-7pm.

Join Onslow County & Swansboro Parks and Recreation for our Madden 21 Online Tournament. This is a family-friendly event to allow individuals to compete in our E-Sports Madden 21 tournament for a chance to win prizes. Registration is $10. All registered participants will be emailed the Season Schedule of 5 weeks (2 games per week) and the tournament bracket at the end of the season. Persons under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian register them for the event.

TBD: Sea Glass Resin Art Class. 5:30-7:30pm. Join us at the Swansboro Recreation Center for a Sea Glass Resin Art class instructed by Carla Paschal from The Wild Child Art Studio. Must be 13 years of age or older. Registration fee is $60 per individual. All supplies provided for the class. Call for more information.

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The Hidden Blessings in Covid-19 Smell the sea and feel the sky Let your soul and spirit fly into the mystic Van Morrison, Into the Mystic from Moondance, 1970 If we think of the pandemic of 2020 as a mathematical equation, do you focus on the subtractions from your life before or do you take solace in what the pandemic has given you? What it has given to me and, to so many of you, is a new, deeper appreciation for our island homes.

I am an ocean child, happiest when floating in our briny Atlantic Ocean as I did on a recent sun blasted August day. Emerald Isle mermaids were we, in the wonder of the moment, suspended between ocean and sky. Seas that days before were tossing, angry seas as tropical storm Isaias passed by were now flat-calm with the occasional billowing swells. We merrily floated over each one, my four year old granddaughter with her long mermaid, curly hair, my daughter, my niece and also my tiniest grandson riding the waves, graceful and grinning while standing on his body board being held secure by his daddy.

I know I am among the most blessed of people because I have lived on this island for over four decades of my life. This year, as the pandemic changed everything, the blessing became the solace I have found waking up each day comforted by views of salmon colored skies and the waters of Bogue Sound at sunrise. Equilibrium was gratefully restored on frequent beach walks after stressful days divining how to safely welcome our vacation rental guests. A carefully curated, socially distanced, happy hour in four cautiously spaced 46

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Adirondack chairs overlooking Bogue Sound at sunset; this is how my husband and I hosted friends and family during this difficult season. Water, being surround by this elixir of precious salt water, is what has made the pandemic bearable and made me mindful and grateful for all I still have and minimized the losses that could have become bitterness and regrets.

I am not alone in seeking this solace by the sea.

The summer of 2020 is now on the record as the busiest summer in Emerald Isle Realty’s 58 years on the island. We have experienced the highest occupancy, 99-100% for the most number of weeks, mid-June to late August, and are now seeing soaring numbers for the fall weeks in September and October. Even last-minute cancellations were quickly rebooked. The vacation rental industry, not just on the Crystal Coast but everywhere, is among the healthiest in the hospitality sector. Pandemic mathematics – we have added, not subtracted, rental weeks and revenue for our vacation rental homeowners. Grateful as well for our wellness – Carteret County still has fewer than 350 confirmed cases of COVID-19 even after a busy summer of welcoming visitors and second homeowners.

Like you and like I, these vacationing families sought the solace that only the ocean can bring, making us believe we are our happiest, healthiest selves when we are with those we love in a house by the sea.

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oosting immune function through a healthy diet has become an important new focus for many people these days. One key dietary recommendation is to eat more fruits and vegetables each day to improve immune function and prevent heart disease and diabetes. When looking to guide your family to healthier snacks and meals or simply trying to mix up your at-home menu, success can be as simple as rethinking the ingredients you choose to use, including your favorite produce, such as grapes.

Fresh California grapes, for example, make for an ideal snack because they are tasty, healthy, hydrating and refreshing, but grapes can also be used to make good-foryou dishes that are also satisfying and delicious. Grapes of all colors – red, green and black – are a natural source of beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols. Plus, they are naturally fat-free, cholesterol-free and contain virtually no sodium.

Try recipes like Moroccan Grape and Grilled Chicken Bowls with Grape Vinaigrette, Spiced Chickpeas and Grapes with Yogurt, and Cauliflower Steaks with Grapes to pair heart-healthy grapes with other nutritious ingredients and add variety and fresh appeal in the kitchen.

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Moroccan Grape and Grilled Chicken Bowls with Grape Vinaigrette Servings: 4 Couscous: 1 cup Israeli couscous 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced 1/2 cup tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup parsley, leaves only 1 1/2 teaspoons ras el hanout (Moroccan spice blend) 1 teaspoon salt Chicken: 2 chicken breasts (8 ounces each) 1 tablespoon harissa paste 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 50

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1 teaspoon salt Vinaigrette: 1/4 cup green California grapes 1 lemon, juice only 1 preserved lemon, rind only 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped salt, to taste ground black pepper, to taste 1 cup red California grapes, halved 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted To make couscous: Cook couscous in boiling salted water. Drain, rinse with cold water and combine with olive oil. Add carrots, tomatoes, parsley leaves, ras el hanout and salt. Mix well and set aside.

To make chicken: Heat grill to mediumhigh heat.

Rub chicken breasts with harissa paste, olive oil and salt. Grill on both sides until just done.

Set aside to cool. Slice into 1/4-inch slices.

To make vinaigrette: In blender, puree green grapes, lemon juice, lemon rind, olive oil and cilantro until smooth. Add salt and pepper, to taste.

Toss couscous mixture with vinaigrette and portion into four bowls. Top with sliced chicken, red grapes and almonds.

Nutritional information per serving: 590 calories; 30 g protein; 44 g carbohydrates; 32 g fat (49% calories from fat); 4.5 g saturated fat (7% calories from saturated fat); 65 mg cholesterol; 720 mg sodium; 3 g fiber.

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Spiced Chickpeas and Grapes with Yogurt Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 4 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed, drained and patted dry 1 cup California grapes 1 tablespoon peanut oil 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1 pinch red pepper flakes 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1/2 garlic clove, grated

2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions In large bowl, mix chickpeas and grapes.

In small skillet, warm oil over mediumhigh heat until shimmering. Add mustard seeds and cover. Cook until seeds stop popping then add cumin and fennel seeds; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper flakes; pour over chickpeas and grapes. Mix well.

In separate bowl, stir yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic and remaining salt. Spread on serving platter and top with chickpea mixture, cilantro and scallions.

Nutritional information per serving: 220 calories; 11 g protein; 31 g carbohydrates; 6 g fat (25% calories from fat); 1.5 g saturated fat (6% calories from saturated fat); 5 mg cholesterol; 280 mg sodium; 1 g fiber.

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 1 large head cauliflower, leaves trimmed off 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons finely chopped rosemary 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1 cup halved California grapes 1/4 cup chopped Castelvetrano olives 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley 2 tablespoons chopped, toasted pistachios Heat oven to 450 F. Cut stem off cauliflower and cut remaining head crosswise into four 1-inch-thick slices, keeping as intact as possible. Place on sheet pan and brush sides with 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with rosemary, salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast until browned and tender, about 25 minutes.

Combine remaining olive oil, remaining pepper, grapes, olives, parsley and pistachios.

When cauliflower is roasted, transfer to serving plates and top with grape mixture.

Nutritional information per serving: 210 calories; 5 g protein; 20 g carbohydrates; 14 g fat (60% calories from fat); 2 g saturated fat (9% calories from saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 480 mg sodium; 5 g fiber.

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Where did the Summer of 2020 go?

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very Spring, as we look at the calendar for the upcoming year, it seems like the sea turtle season will last forever.

Walkers excitedly begin daily walks, tracks are discovered, false crawls are investigated, nests are found and marked, and anticipation builds for the first sightings of hatchings from each nest. In between those happy occurrences, we have other events that necessitate changes in plans. COVID, storm surges and tropical storms/hurricanes are a few of the challenges we face as a Sea Turtle Patrol team this year.

As of this writing, the Nest Response Team has investigated 19 False Crawls and identified14 documented nests! The nests are spread throughout the 13 miles of the Emerald Isle beach strand.

Already five nests have been completed. Amazingly, three of those nests hatched, or began to hatch, as Tropical Storm Isaias approached and/or was actively overhead! Happily, no nests were destroyed due to the storm. Many hatchlings have already scurried down the trench, anxious to reach the ocean and begin their long swim to the Gulf Stream. There, they will hide in the Sargassum seaweed and begin to grow.

As mentioned in other articles, COVID necessitated some changes to our procedures at the nests. Safety for everyone became a big focus for us. In addition to the usual stakes marking off the official nest area, volunteers also erected an additional radius area

whenever volunteers were sitting at the nests or assisting with hatches. Volunteers, residents and visitors all contributed to the success of these efforts, thanks everyone!

Storm surges can create challenges at nests. If the tide washes over and recedes, damage is generally not an issue. The problems arise when the water sits on top of the actual nest area. If the eggs are still intact, they can survive for a short time in standing water, but will rot if the water continues to engulf them. Hatchlings are air breathers, if the water fills the nest area after the hatchlings have emerged from the eggs, they will drown if submerged and trapped.

With warnings of over wash, team members will usually try to protect the nests whenever possible.

Happily, no nests were destroyed due to TS Isaias. Dedicated volunteers scrambled to protect each nest. Photos were carefully taken so that nests could be identified later if the nest tape and nest marker posts were blown away. Storm stakes were put into place in the dunes near the nest to help with location of nests after the storm. Dedicated volunteers stayed with several nests as long as they SAFELY could as Isaias moved in.

To date this summer: We’ve had 527 hatchlings make it into the ocean, with an 82% average hatch rate success. To find current, up to date, information please visit our website at: eiseaturtlepatrol.org.

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The Early Days of Fort Macon Beaufort’s Importance as a Harbor Required Fortification Fort Macon was built to thwart foreign invasion.

The fort and grounds have been preserved as a North Carolina State Park, and Ranger Paul Branch is a crackerjack historian who knows all.

He tells us the Town of Beaufort was captured twice in its early history because “hostile ships were able to sail right into the harbor through an undefended Beaufort Inlet.”

Spanish marauders invaded in 1747, creating true mayhem.

(This event is noted by the North Carolina Highway Historic Marker Program with signage in Beaufort, titled “Spanish Attack.”)

The Spaniards were eventually driven away by the local militia under command of Col. Thomas S. Lovick and Maj. Enoch Ward.

Col. Lovick served as Carteret County’s justice of the peace as well as the port customs agent and tax collector. He was instrumental in gaining funding from the colonial assembly to build a fort using gathered and bundled wood to guard Beaufort Inlet.

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colonial governor from 1754-65. The project began in 1756 but was never completed, Branch said.

Therefore, throughout the entire American Revolutionary War, Beaufort was at great risk.

The colonists were jubilant when British Gen. Charles Cornwallis surrendered to America’s Gen. George Washington at Yorktown, Va., on Oct. 19, 1781.

Yet, not every battle unit got the memo, as pockets of fighting continued. One such encounter occurred in Beaufort Harbor on April 4, 1782.

Four British vessels sailed up the coast from Charleston, S.C., and entered Beaufort Harbor. The British boats posed as friendly ships. Townspeople did not suspect the ruse. British dragoons came ashore to ransack Beaufort once more.

“The British spent the next five days pillaging and plundering the town, while skirmishing with local militiamen who had begun to gather in increasing force from neighboring communities,” Branch said.

Cols. John Easton and Enoch Ward Jr. eventually assembled

enough men to drive the British intruders back out to sea.

The scuffling at the “Battle of Beaufort,” as it was tabbed, was one of the last chapters of the Revolutionary War … before the formal treaty of peace was signed on Sept. 3, 1783, recognizing American independence.

Fort Hampton Opened in Advance of War of 1812 Historian Paul Branch said the second attempt to locate a fort on Bogue Banks was successful.

Fort Hampton was erected near the eastern tip of Bogue Banks guarding Beaufort Inlet.

Built in 1808, the fort cost $8,863.62. It was named after Col. Andrew Hampton, a North Carolina Revolutionary War hero.

(He commanded the Rutherford County soldiers in the Battle of Kings Mountain.)

Fort Hampton was small – only 90 feet by 123 feet. The gun platform contained five cannons. Each could fire an 18-pound iron cannonball about a mile.

The citizens of Beaufort felt secure with the new fort guarding their harbor … as the United States was threatened once again by Great Britain in the War of 1812.

During the war, the presence of Fort Hampton caused British warships to keep their distance.

Apparently, the British believed the fort was quite formidable, because they never attacked it. Lucky for us.

Things weren’t going so well on the inside of Fort Hampton. Capt.

John Nicks wrote six letters in 1812 to William Eustice, Secretary of War in the James Madison administration.

Capt. Nicks requested a flag, a spy glass, a raise in pay, money to fix the mailboat and money to fix the barracks. (He also sent a reminder about the raise.) We don’t think he received even a reply.

Capt. Nicks was reassigned later in 1812, and Capt. Joseph Bryant assumed command of Fort Hampton. Capt. Bryant had his own issues.

He appealed directly to U.S. Congressman Willis Alston of Halifax County, detailing that soldiers were nearly naked – lacking military clothing and shoes. Capt. Bryant also asked for wood as fuel and some muskets.

We assume the troops were sufficiently clad in August 1813, when North Carolina Gov. William Hawkins visited Fort Hampton.

He reported finding “mostly structural problems” and declared the fort to be vulnerable on its landward side, since the guns faced the water. Fortunately, the war ended in 1815.

Fort Macon Was Designed by Elite French Architect U.S. National Parks Service researcher Thor Borresen said many assessments conducted after the War of 1812 reached the same conclusion – America’s defensive fortifications were appalling.

“In 1816, President James Madison instructed his War Department to find ‘an engineer of repute, one who was thoroughly familiar with all types of warfare and well versed in the science and art of designing fortifications’”…and then hire the son-of-a-buck.

Gen. Simon Bernard was available. A French baron, he was highly educated and most qualified “in the science of engineering.”

In 1799, Bernard entered the French Army and rose rapidly through the ranks. He served from 1809-12 as aide-de-camp to Napoléon Bonaparte, the French Emperor.

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an order that his services were eagerly sought by several European governments,” Borresen said. “Most flattering offers were tendered him, all of which he declined in order to follow the example of those eminent French nobles who had cast their lot with the American colonies during the Revolution.”

With the support of President Madison, Simon Bernard was appointed Brigadier General of Engineers with the U.S. Army in 1816.

Gen. Bernard made an extensive tour of the East Coast and gave a detailed report of his findings and recommendations to Congress in 1821.

Borresen noted that Gen. Bernard himself “chose the sites and determined the general character” of at least six U.S. forts during the 19th century. One was Fort Macon.

Fort Hampton was formally abandoned in 1820. When Lt. William A. Eliason of the Army Corps of Engineers arrived on Bogue Banks to oversee construction of Fort Macon in late 1825, “he found Fort Hampton in Beaufort Inlet,” commented Paul Branch, a Fort Macon State Park ranger.

There’s no exact record of when the little fort actually met its end.

Local tradition attests it was swallowed by the sea in a hurricane on June 3-4, 1825.

Fort Macon Had All the Angles Covered Fort Macon is set below ground level, situated into the dunes in such a way to be invisible from the sea.

It was cleverly designed in the shape of an irregular pentagon.

One side guards the mouth of inlet, while two guard the channel and

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back sound, another overlooks the harbor and the fifth covers beach approaches to the fort.

Historian Paul Branch of Fort Macon State Park said: “The fort has an outer line of defense (covertway) and an inner citadel. Separating the two is the ‘ditch,’ the bottom of which is near mean low tide level.” As the tide rose, the ditch could be filled with water, flowing through a canal from the sound, a moat-like deterrent to an assault on the fort.

Branch said: “There are 26 casemates inside Fort Macon (including the main sally port and postern). The ceilings are arched to give added strength and dissipate concussion from shells exploding on terrepleins or from guns firing in battle.”

The terrepleins, basically, are the earthen embankments that form the platforms where the cannons are mounted.

“Each of the rooms within the fort had a fireplace, two holes in the ceiling for ventilation and outer windows, which were in reality rifle loopholes and gun ports,” Branch said.

“The fort had three magazines to store powder and ammunition, one located behind each of the three stone stairways. The stairways provided added protection against shellfire.”

Fort Macon’s first soldiers arrived in December 1834, “although no guns were given for its defense until a year afterward,” Branch noted.

Up until 1861, the fort was occupied intermittently by troops and occasionally by engineer detachments making repairs and improvements. Most of the time, however, a single ordnance sergeant acted as caretaker.

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Edward and Mary Frost to Juanita and Marvin McKinney, Jr., 489 Seashore Drive, $118,000.

Ralph Johnson to John Baker, 306 Seashore Drive, $125,000.

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Larry and Jeannie Mason to Glenn and Virginia Page, 203 Seashore Drive, $31,500.

Susan Goard to Anthony Little, Adam Little, and Phillip Little, 1918 W Fort Macon Road,$55,000.

Troy Osborne, Kimberly Osborne, Daniel and Machelle Osborne, Andrew Osborne, Alycia Osborne, and Bryan and Candace Grisel to Yadot, LLC, 1918 W. Fort Macon Road, $73,000.

Delores and Larry McMasters, Jr. to Patricia Woolard and Byron Pitts, 602 W. Fort Macon Road #235, $78,000.

Oscar Thompson to Camelot East, LLC, 2401 W. Fort Macon Road, $90,000.

Ted and Franzes Gaskins to Carlos and Carrie Ferran, 2008 E. Fort Macon Road, $115,000.

Ricky and Jean Poper to 2IFBYSEA, LLC, 2401 W. Fort Macon Road, $118,000.

Bobby and Donna Hilton to Vicki Miller, 2111 W. Fort Macon Road, $160,000.

Sue and Dennis Langston, Bobby and Debbie Pelletier, and Judy Davis, 303 Cooper Ave. Ext., $160,000.

Wesley and Donna Pike to Marlo Corrao and Graham Bundy, 127 Old Causeway Road, $165,000.

William Barker to Andy and Daniella Onofrio, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $170,000.

George Andrews, III to Rebecca and Maxwell Demeritte, Jr., 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $174,000.

Bruce and Jeanine Velan to Karen and William Whitley, Jr., 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $175,500.

Faye and Herbert Siner, Jr. to Philip and Amy Heavner, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $176,500.

John and Ellen Harward to Allison and Justin Berrian, 301 Commerce Way, $188,000.

Anissa Ferris and Benjamin Rogerson, Jr. to Patrick and Christina Strom, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $190,000.

Jordan and Buren Andrews, Jr. to Roland and Misty Andrews, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $195,000.

to Kyle Kearney, 301 Commerce Way, $203,000.

Margo and John Tulloss, III to Timothy and Stephanie Abrams, 105 Beechwood Drive #1A, $215,000.

Robert and Maureen Breneman to Johnny and Betty Stroud, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $215,000.

Michael and Catherine Lyons to Anna and Thomas Sevier, Jr., 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $218,000.

Festiva Real Estate Holdings, LLC to Ocean Reef Investments, LLC, 129 New Bern St., $220,000.

Henry and Lynn Hatchell to Stoney Moenich and Jane Shearer, 301 Commerce Way, $220,000.

Gail Ryan to Capps Enterprises of Greenville, LLC, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $230,000.

Ryan and Christine Craig to Wendy and Philip Shope, Jr., 2306 W. Fort Macon Road #110H, $240,000.

Gary and Julie Taylor to Sean Whitman and Tinelle Bustam, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $245,000.

Marta Suggs to George and Christy Joyce, 2511 W. Fort Macon Road #111B, $248,000.

Bogue Banks & area property transfers as recorded at the Carteret County Registrar of Deeds during JULY 2020

Jr. and Charlotte and Edwin Daniel, III to Michael and Challan Chesson, 1803 E. Fort Macon Road, $598,000.

Deborah Sheppard and Bennie Ganey to Forest Chapman, 215 Pinners Point Road, $142,000.

JLM Real Estate, LLC to Pamlico Investment Properties, LLC, 107 Old Causeway Road #A, $600,000.

Otway Sand Mine, Inc. to Windy and Berkley Gillikin, Jr., 195 Amos Gillikin Road, $144,000.

Terri Kennedy and Martha Fesmire to Thomas and Linda Colhoun, 120 Sound Side Drive, $610,000.

Daniel and Sawaros Ropp to Jordan Sinclair, 422 Meeting St., $150,000.

Robert Peacock, IV, John Peacock, Ellen Shipman, Charlotte Boney and Mark Lasitter, III, Deborah Little and Darryl Revels, and Carol Lasitter to Jonathon and Wendy Hamilton, 207 Pond Drive, $905,000.

Brenda Sanborn to Hayden Gittus and Randall Askew, 224 Hwy 70 Bettie, $165,000.

Danny and Lisa Parker to Lynn and John Garrett, Jr., 143 Bowen St., $1,250,000.

Jerry Lawrence General Contractor, Inc. to Jerry Lawrence, III, 455 Gillikin Road, $210,000.

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Michael and Meera Ivester to Amy Rifenburgh and Douglas Kroll, 615 Flybridge Lane, $210,000.

Julie Lawrence to Jerry Lawrence General Contractor, Inc., 422 Gillikin Road, $36,000.

John and Debby Rawdanowicz to Larry and Maria Davis, 111 Snap Dragon Circle, $36,500.

Linda Johnson to Charles and Cynthia Pamplin, 1545 South River Road, $41,500.

Bradley and Melanie Dale to Maryanne Frank, 109 Sandy Huss Drive, $50,000.

Carol Murray to Paul and Cynthia Ruatti, 196 Seashore Drive, $318,000.

Cynthia Beacham to Carol Beacham, 134 Crystal Road, $50,000.

Poole Holdings, LLC to Ronetta McNeill,2106 E. Fort Macon Road, $320,000.

John Crafford to HVAA Rentals 5, LLC, 526 Gillikin Road, $55,000.

FMB at the Grove, LLC to Linda Jenkins, 165 Atlantic Blvd., $350,000.

Leslie and Sheldon Daniels to Raymond and Sandra Bruning, 129 Riverside Drive, $55,000.

Laurel Creek Properties, LLC to Jerald and Barbara Eickholt, 212 Lee Drive, $360,000.

Thomas and Margaret Steepy to Susan and Mitchell Case, 109 Snap Dragon Circle, $55,000.

Laurel Creek Properties, LLC to Thomas and Carrie Re, 212 Lee Drive, $369,000.

Scott and Kathy Campbell to Kimberly Murphy, 259 Old River Road, $68,000.

JFT Properties, LLC to Heather and William Johnson, II, 608 W. Fort Macon Road, $385,000.

Ann Batt to Charles and Kathryn Poole, 128 Bowen St., $400,000.

2800 WFM, Inc. to Brian and Rochelle Brown, 2800 W. Fort Macon Road, $429,500.

Deborah Yuras to Jeremy and Teresa Smith, 103 Lindsey Court, $159,000.

Yon and Yong No to David and Sonja Hood, 107 Shore Drive, $1,100,000.

Sarah and James Baker, II to Julia and Derek Simmons, 2800 W. Fort Macon Road #52, $286,000.

Barbara and James Moye, Jr. to Charles and Georgea Smith, 2111 W. Fort Macon Road, $385,000.

Laura Gillikin and Edith Riffe to Above Average Concepts, LLC, 114 Pearl Drive, $150,000.

Walter and Eleanor Price to Philip Sowers, 103 Oyster Court, $75,000.

Edna Johnson to Marsh Street Properties, LLC, 513 Live Oak St., $95,000.

Shirley Vandersys to Jesse Rose, 1216 HWY 101, $102,000.

Karen and George Cottingham, III to John Guthrie, 853 Hwy 101, $108,000.

Shawn and Heather Webster to The Stanley J. Emanuels Revocable Trust, 135 Sandy Huss Drive, $115,000.

John and Kathy Rimmer to Kenneth and Cortney Ferguson, 1310 Ann St., $215,000.

Blue Treasure, LLC to Streamline Developers, LLC, 423 & 427 Sea Hawks St., $220,000.

Brian Sauer to Shay Matthews, 224 Rutledge Ave., $228,000.

Donna Ackerman to STH Properties, LLC, 2411 Front St., $295,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Barham Family Holdings, LLC, 305 Great Egret Way, $295,000.

Marcus Mason, Jr. to Deborah and Benjamin Everett, III, 216 Gordon St., $296,000.

Blue Treasure, LLC to Streamline Developers, LLC, 315, 317, & 319 Sea Hawk St. $305,000.

Brandon and Shaina Spears to Rebecca and Joel Barbour II, 514 Shipmast Court, $316,000.

James and Josephine Piver to Alan and Laura Sullivan, 144 Howland Pkwy, $320,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Graham and Katherine Teel, 307 Sea Hawks St., $324,000.

Terry and Vickie McStoots to Ivan and Billie Jones, 234 Rudolph Drive, $330,000.

Bruce and Teresa Sheldon to Michael and Donna Leet, 118 Scouts Bend Road, $333,000.

David and Sonja Hood to Amber and Charles Godwin, III, 1013 E. Fort Macon Road, $465,000.

Megan Piston to Drew Newman, 117 Bluefin Court, $128,000.

Donna Gingrich to Bruce and Judith Chappell, 302 Macgregor Drive, $340,000.

James and Sarah Refine to Eric and Meshelle Dagenhart, 204 Money Island Drive, $200,000.

Patricia Johnson to Anthony Veneziano, 211 Robin Ave., $484,500.

Jeffrey and Jodi Taylor to Kenneth Wunstel, 146 Taylor Farm Road, $135,000.

Julie-Elizabeth and James Smith, III,

Bettine Boyd, Ann and Zack Bissette,

George and Sandra Wheatly to Bruce and Teresa Sheldon, 128 Howland Pkwy, $350,000.

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Streamline Developers, LLC to Mary and Steven Riddick, Jr., 416 Skimmer Cove, $350,000.

Dan and Stella Allen to Raymond and Elaine Jones, 505 Neptune Drive, $249,000.

Cathy and Roderick Teat to Christian and Michelle Calazza, 142 Jones St., $410,500.

John and Margaret Casazza to Richard and Laurie LaMotte, 8801 Reed Drive #N214, $238,000.

Timothy Moore and Kimberly York to Jay and Kimberly Buckley, 1001 Village Lane #B, $350,000.

Jason and Charlotte Johnson to Ryan Hutchinson and Taylor Hardy, 157 Bobwhite Circle, $288,000.

Brian and Jenifer Watson to Ball Rentals, LLC, 129 Sunset Drive, $461,000.

Dennis and Peggy Goodwin to William and Donna Grady, 8713 Plantation Dr. #D, $259,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Jeffrey and Suzanne Meadows, 117 Sea Grove Lane, $355,000.

Gale and Toiya Goodlow to Erika and Daniel Leader, 123 Tifton Circle, $291,000.

The Melody Benson Revocable Trust to Michael and Jennifer Johnson, 139 Fir St., $499,000.

Lucille Moseley to Michael and Kristina Coghill, 10300 Coast Guard Road #103E, $260,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Kimberly and Ronald Williamson, Jr., 134 Whimbrel Way, $369,000.

Dale and Jeffrey Baquer, Kim and Randy Hebert, Scott Sanford, and Robin Sanford to Robin Sanford, Dung Le to Robert and Christina Miller, 515 Quailwood Court, $298,500.

DAVIS

Wanda and Andrew Sensabaugh, Jr. to Frank and Susan Variano, 9201 Coast Guard Road #B207, $275,000.

Donald and Cynthia King to Stephanie and David Foraker, Jr., 305 Bahia Lane, $310,000.

EMERALD ISLE

Connie and Earl Stanley, Jr. to Seth and Sara Wolford, and Elizabeth Ingalls, 5207 Ocean Drive, $58,500.

Elizabeth and Malcolm Woodard, Jr. to Scott and Jennifer Doerr, 2512 Ocean Drive #A2, $290,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to David Pulley, 116 Gray Duck Drive, $379,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Ronald and Elizabeth Norton, 422 Great Egret Way, $395,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to James and Jean Turner, 142 Whimbrel Way, $424,000.

Scott Herrschaft and Maria Valva to Mike Sutton, 304 Bogue Sound Drive, $328,500.

Judy Willis to John and April Beasley, 939 Hwy 70 Davis, $55,000.

Kachergis, LLC to William Nelson, 5211 Ocean Drive, $66,000.

Nancy Williams and Larry Crayton to Dianne Crutchfield, 8632 Sound Drive #B1, $332,000.

Harold Comer to AHLM, LLC, 419 Channel Drive, $70,000.

William and Carol Scull to Michael and Alisa Carter, 9201 Coast Guard Road #C201, $335,000.

Ronald Mamary and Janice Mamary to P & P Land Development, Inc., 414 Emerald Circle, $92,500.

Joseph and Billie Poole to Timothy Howard, 426 Emerald Circle, $339,000.

William Sutton, Jr. to Shakedown, LLC, 411 Emerald Circle, $101,500.

Brandon Bagwell to Wesley Hitson, 4904 Emerald Drive, $345,000.

Russell and Katherine Gaskill to William Ramsey, III, 2793 Cedar Island Road, $26,000.

David and Sheila Herminghuysen to Murdoch & Associates, Inc., 9704 Calypso Court, $119,000.

Todd and Joanne Kroesen to Janet Denny, 8626 Sound Drive #B2, $345,000.

Shannon and Sharon Malone, and Reagan and Garbriele Malone to Ryan and Christine Craig, 100 Gerald St., $640,000.

Gillian and Jason Ruppert to Adrian and Karen Korduba, 133 Little Bay Drive, $395,000.

Lloyd and Kaye Byrd to P & P Land Development, Inc., 200 Marsh Cove Road, $125,000.

William and Melinda Conner to Teresa Cope, 8628 Sound Drive #A3, $348,000.

James Thompson to The Rosemyr Corporation, 2150 & 2176 Live Oak St., $676,000.

CEDAR POINT

Eva and Jeffrey Pruitt, Sr. to Jonathan Redfearn, 1018 Cedar Point Blvd., $28,000.

William and Eileen Graham to Bryan Dupree and Elizabeth Dupree, 8808 Edgewater Court, $125,000.

David and Cheryl Pace, John and Janis Hearn, Linda Nablo and John Ziehl, III to All Around Fayetteville, LLC, 8703 W. Ocean View Drive, $350,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Valerie Kinch, 138 Whimbrel Way, $429,000.

William and Kathleen Parrish to Glenn Cornette, 301 Lejeune Road, $475,000.

David Spence and Amy Wilson to Edwin Cannon, 301 Broad St., $500,000.

Barry and Ellen Steele, and Donald Steele to Claude and Danna Cates, 213 Channel View Court, $565,000.

Diane Davis to Gray and Deborah Reed, 616 Ann St., $575,000.

CEDAR ISLAND

Elizabeth Burke to Michele LaRussa, 114 Moore St., $620,000.

Nelson and Patricia Owens to Bradley Cummins and Kristen Prescott, 1505 Front St., $755,000.

Steven and Jennifer Wray to Sandra Barker, 307 Sandy Shore Lane, $50,000.

The Upper Room, LLC to Talus Holdings, LLC, 103 Short St. and 3821 Symi Circle, Morehead City, $781,000.

Roger and Jane Snider to Brooks and Barbara Bennett, 102 Sea Horse Drive, $75,000.

Lewis Bryan and Barbara Bryan to William Pierce and Leo Suhling, 183 North Shore Road, $789,000.

Marie Hebdon and Hodges Throckmorton, Jr. to Nautical Builders, Inc., 201 Royal Oaks Court, $82,000.

BOGUE

Charles and Amber Styron to William Ramsey, III, 2291 Cedar Island Road, $155,000.

Judith Darden and Marsha Watson to Jimmy Farrington, LLC, 5214 HWY 24, $175,000.

Joshua Cantafio to Thomas and Eva Burnham, 104 Pine Court, $305,000.

CAPE CARTERET

Robert and Tiffany Langston to Morgan Langston, 209 Dolphin St., $65,000.

Dennis and Rachel Del Mauro to Mt. Pleasant Construction Co., Inc., 106 Dolphin St., $69,500.

Christopher and Krystal Battleson to Hershall and Cynthia Brown, 112 Apollo Drive, $75,000.

Hennie Basinger and Joshua Creech to Kimberly Goovaerts, 401 Park Ave., $182,000.

Richard Chase and Terry Chase to Caroline Strickland and Arthur and Anna Pate, 268 Star Hill Drive, $228,000.

Donna and Glenn Brinkley, II to David and Tammi Miller, 610 Ocean Spray Drive, $174,000.

Alexis and Michael Epperly to Jeremy and Stephanie Cothern, 650 Cedar Point Blvd. #D11, $191,000.

Joan and Charles Hinson, Jr., Cathryn Ruff, and Elizabeth and Neal Adkins, Jr. to P & P Land Development, Inc., 4906 Emerald Drive, $152,500.

Keelan and Adriana Jones, Bernard and Anna Walraven, and Chad and Neely Harrell to Donald and Karen Omara, 5201 Bogue Sound Drive, $170,000.

Scott and Patricia Strohman, Mark and Judith Evans, David and Cheryl Pace to All Around Fayetteville, LLC, 8703 W. Ocean View Drive, $350,000.

Thomas and Michelle Mullen to Michael and Kelly Baby, 9100 Reed Drive #2208, $180,000.

Donna and John Evenson, II to Dwayne and Mary Wilcoxen, 9201 Coast Guard Road #C305, $356,000.

Bryson and John Mclean, Jr. to Melanie Salas, 110 Periwinkle Drive, $185,000.

David Grothaus and Beryl Packer to Bee Sting, Inc., 434 Sunrise Court, $362,000.

Clara and Phillips Bragg to William and Terri Farrington, 108 Periwinkle Drive, $185,000.

Patrick and Caryn Barrett to Travis and Claire Cantrell, 2502 W. Emerald Drive, $365,000.

Nancy Gurganus to Gene Gurganus, 2606 Emerald Drive, $195,000.

Thomas and Darcy Errington to Tracy Davis and Ann Bozek, 121 Ethel Drive, $371,500.

JR Cates Properties, LLC to David Edwards and David Edwards, Jr., 259 Old Hwy 58, $218,000.

David Starke to Paul Miller and Nicole Jarvis-Miller, 102 Islander Drive #A234, $205,000.

Charles and Angela Stevens to Roderick and Cathy Teat, 650 Cedar Point Blvd. #B17, $225,000.

Pamela and Louis Williford, Jr. to David and Christine Mills, 122 Shell Drive, $205,000.

Suzanne Vickers to Richard and Jennifer Field, 416 Ocean Spray Drive, $247,500.

Kimberly and Frederic Oettinger, III to Kitchen Kraft, Inc., 6507 Marsh Cove Road, $217,000.

Hernani and Jennifer Conceicao to Joshua Webster, 207 Abaco Drive W., $295,000.

Tony and Sheri Gupton to Jeff Ragone, 8801 Reed Drive #N105, $220,000.

James and Charlotte Glynn to Kent and Jennifer Quigley, 116 Little Bay Drive, $400,000.

Richard and Betty Lehman to Isaac Craig, 2911 Pointe West Drive #B1, $350,000.

Carolyn Spencer to Robert and Lisa McGee, 106 Santa Maria Drive, $237,500.

Barbara Wolfe to Jonathan and Vanessa Trout, 8801 Reed Drive #E113, $375,000.

Russell and Elizabeth Kaplan to Margaret Parks and Rene Grantham, 313 Loblolly St., $375,000.

Carey and Dean Hawkins to Daniel and Pamela McGovern, 105 Gregg St., $380,000.

Frederick and Nancy Harris to Michael and Michelle Zipkin, 213 Oyster Catcher, $385,000.

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property watch (Continued from page 59) Landirth Powell, Jr. to Angela and John Sossamon, II, 200 11th St., $390,000.

James Blumenthal and Daphne McKee to Jasper and Amy Collins, 4004 Emerald Drive, $392,000.

John and Jane Pope to Margaret Thompson, 211 Red Snapper Drive, $588,000.

Michael and Adrienne Sirmans to Landirth Powell, Jr., 414 Channel Drive, $622,000.

Billy and Sharon Alford to Constance and John Hunsinger, Jr., 102 Cedar St., $635,000.

Joseph and Susan Jacaruso to Elizabeth and Carl Davis, II, 104 Myrtle Drive, $395,000.

Susan Sazama to Duane Hall, II, 104 Sea Breeze Court, $635,000.

Henry and Kathryn Gorham to Martha and Earl Bassett, IV, 8424 Sound Drive, $400,000.

Theodore Baumgardner to Leigh and Samuel Parker III, 104 Shell Drive, $643,000.

Patsy Newman to Michael and Michelle Lammon, 2516 E. Ocean Drive, $400,000.

Bobby and Jackie O’Neal to Rhonda O’Neal, 110 Emerald Drive, $650,000.

Donald and Virginia Crocker to Tara and Julian Cameron, III, 214 Sandfiddler East, $403,000.

Kevin and Deborah Bridger, Justin Bridger, and Kevin Bridger, 1908 Emerald Drive, $412,500.

Antonietta Falbo to Gwendolyn Staton, 214 Sandfiddler East, $432,000.

Bee Sting, Inc. to Beryl Packer and Gary Grothaus, 8717 Emerald Plantation Road $440,000.

James and Marilyn Mohler to Christopher and Mirika Harrigan, 5411 Sunset Lane, $440,000.

FC Holdings, LLC to Laurie Mann, 100 Coquina Drive, $450,000.

Patti Garrison to Jason and Charlotte Johnson, 301 Osprey Ridge Drive $465,000.

Varsha Kunnirickal to Egidio and Sarah Difazio, 8704 Ocean View Drive, $473,500.

Zeb and Barbara Cummings to Stephen and Cynthia McGuffey, 100 Pinta Drive, $480,000.

Larry and Tommie Pendleton to Scott and Angel Clifford, 110 Mangrove Drive, $495,000.

Raymond and Susan Everett to James and Marianna McHugh, 10505 Wyndtree Drive, $512,500.

Joan and Charles Hinson, Cathryn Ruff, and Elizabeth and Neal Adkins to Andrew and Elisabeth Schrader, 202 Hurst Road, $530,000.

Linda and William McGowen to Nataliya Pavlova and Christopher Smith, 106 Ethel Drive, $540,000.

Kitchen Kraft, Inc. to Larry Pendleton, 125 West Seaview Drive, $550,000.

Benjamin and Angela Case to Erica and Robert Krieg, Jr., 107 W. Landing Drive, $565,000.

Holly and Joel Amidon, II to George and Sheri Lamont, 605 Emerald Drive, $582,500.

Barry and Melissa Johnson to Bryan and Mandy Yarborough, 6801 E. Ocean Drive, $583,000.

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John and Lynn Duffy to Bryan Dunn and Kristen Yablonsky, 6818 Ocean Drive, $650,000.

PBMK Properties, LLC to Brooke and William Morrison, Jr., 9936 W. Louise Howard Court, $670,000.

711 Salter Path Road, $950,000.

Sonya Motes, Bryan Motes, and Betty and William Motes, Jr. to Virginia and William Hevener, V, 492 Island Road, $300,000.

William and Ann Lynch to Elizabeth Lynch, 706 Island Road, $395,000.

Kathy Knight to Roger Brown, II, 549 Island Road, $429,000.

Elaine Cuthrell and Mary Lamb to Scott and Beckie Brooks, 212 Pintail Lane, $690,000.

INDIAN BEACH

Thomas and Gail Paschal to Ginger and Andrew Claypoole, 1530 Salter Path Road, $100,000.

Heather Driver to Ingle Law, PLLC, 801 Salter Path Road, $225,000.

Debra and Buddy Billington, II to Gregory and Sandra Smith, 855 Salter Path Road, $250,000.

MOREHEAD CITY

Bridges 3309, LLC to Teresa and David Key, Sr., 3309 Bridges St. #A22, $60,500.

Bridges 3309, LLC to Abigail Wallace and Marvin Ransom, Jr., 3309 Bridges St. #B11, $70,000.

Brian and Laura Nowell to Kenneth and Kathleen Gibson, 2401 Marsh Tern Lane, $93,000.

Richard Ott to John and Susan Racca, 3905 Guardian Ave., $105,000.

John and Margaret Jones to Briant and Lisa Wilder, 305 N 10th St. $110,000.

Hannah Warren to Scott Eckholdt, 2316 Emeline Place, $115,000.

Linda and Roma Styron, Jr. to Cameron Johnson and Julia Royall, 501 Fisher St., $120,000.

4 Beach Girls, LLC to Daniel Hess, 101 Ocean Drive, $675,000.

Terri Pilkington to Thomas and Denise Post, 1700 Salter Path Road #104O, $250,000.

Lisa Aiello to Betty George and Gene Nichol, Jr., 1605 Ocean Drive, $712,000.

Mary Taft and Luke Wilkins to Heather and Jonathan Sands, 1700 Salter Path Road #202R, $285,000.

Catherine Camp to Michael Whitaker, 2401 Ocean Drive, $715,000.

Vick Land, LLC to Jean Lushis, 1700 Salter Path Road #204M, $295,000.

Beach Life Properties, LLC to Vina and Alfred Jordano, Jr., 5408 Ocean Drive, $860,000.

Gary Blauser to Rhonda Lee, 1700 Salter Path Road #304O, $301,000.

James and Pam Barefoot to Kenneth and Deirdre Briley, 211 Florida Ave., $140,000.

Brandy and Guy Ide, Jr., and Claudia Feizer to Cathy Pearce, 1701 Salter Path Road #201J, $310,000.

Spooner’s Creek West Development, LLC to Andrew and Amy Wyborski, 210 S. Spooners St. Ext., $149,000.

Paula Hutcherson to Kathleen Previll, 1700 Salter Path Road #301O, $315,000.

William Page, Jr. to West Carteret Water Corporation, 1104 Arendell St., $150,000.

John and Diane Zarick to Lyle and Donna Frazier, 1701 Salter Path Road #104E, $325,000.

U.S. Bank Trust, N.A. to LeRoyal Lucas, Jr., 2504 Emeline Place, $157,000.

Bluebeach Real Estate, LLC and Pamela Banks to Kristie and Frederick Potts, II, 1505 Salter Path Road, $338,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Jamie Harries, 302 Old Murdoch Road #302, $171,500.

Diane Thoman to Robert and Kim O’Han, James and Marilyn Harding to Joshua Lipscomb, Sarah Lane, and Jean Patterson, 1107 Ocean Drive, $875,000.

Joseph Shipp and Kelly Shipp to Paul and Diana Riske, 4705 Ocean Drive, $920,000.

Edwin and Rose Harrison to Aaron and Sofia Schwartz, 102 Schooner Court, $930,000.

James and Miriam Donohue to Michael and Brenda Colombo, 110 Bogue Court, $970,000.

HARKERS ISLAND

Charles and Patricia Gates to Weslery and Mary Sutton, 1483 Island Road, $100,000.

U.S. Bank National Association to Laurel Creek Properties, LLC, 1531 Island Road, $107,500.

Stephen Beaman to Emerald Flash Sportfishing, LLC, 1270 Island Road, $180,000.

Patrick and Jenny Cantwell to Marjorie Peltier, 404 Penny Lane #I, $126,000.

Carmen Caro to Joseph Truex, 402 Penny Lane #I, $136,000.

SECU*RE, Inc. to Marvin and Alicia Butler, 805 N. 20th St., $138,000.

Barbara Bell to Betty Underwood, 1505 Salter Path Road, $345,000.

Brian and Judith Taylor to Samantha and Benjamin Bonilla, Jr., 927 Harrell Drive, $175,000.

Marc and Stacey Menkveld to Kevin and Sarah Carter, 1505 Salter Path Road, $362,000.

Katherine and David Parker, Sandra Miller, and Joshua Hall, Jr. to Tiffany Staub, 1104 Arendell St., $189,500.

James and Kathleen Holmes to Rajat and Michele Varma, 1435 Salter Path Road #J1, $451,000.

Joel and Janet Booker to Beth Parker, 102 Cedarwood Village, $192,000.

Timothy and Lynn Gardner to Sophia Greer, 1435 Salter Path Road #D3, $475,000.

Elaine Cuthrell to Max and Keela Hyatt, 118 Pintail Lane, $200,000.

Thomas and Deborah Arzberger to Sherrell Chastain and Jill Chastain, 1435 Salter Path Road #F6, $580,000.

Lloyd and Tia Willis to Misty and Jerome Beil, Jr., 319 Cape Lookout Drive, $210,000.

Daniel and Penelope Morgan to Matthew and Shea Raydo, 1435 Salter Path Road #H2, $585,000.

Drew and Lisa Smedley to Sean and Dorrine Fokes, 572 Bayview Drive, $240,000.

William and Deborah Shank to Brian and Monica Jenkins, 120 Sea Isle North Drive, $850,000.

Jean Powell to Steven and Anitra Satterfield, 112 East Drive, $265,000.

Shelley and James Dickerson, and Michael Leonard to Daphne Edwards,

D.C. Newman, LLC to Lindsey and Joyce Sutherland, 3209 Arendell St., $194,000.

Jerry and Cathy Ballard to Brenton and Margaret Baker, 107 Sara Court, $200,000.

Tina Golden to Benjamin Bolton and Hannah Bullard, 3613 Justin Court, $219,000.

Freddy and Leigh Simpson to Aaron and Morgan Padrick, 2009 Cambridge Down Drive, $230,000.

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Ellegate, 4107 Plantation Road, $232,000.

Stephanie Ross to Christy Westbrook, 112 Carefree Lane, $272,500.

Robin Terry to Dillon White, 3613 Sunny Drive, $240,000.

Terry and Cathy Rudisill to Tanner Tharrington and Bailee Corey, 4110 Plantation Road, $279,500.

Sabrina and Thomas Russell, Jr. and Elizabeth Mason to BBCS Developers, LLC, 904 Shepard St., $240,000.

Eric and Molly Duris, Daniel and Helene Duris, Deborah and Walter Roman, and Rayne and Kim Duris to Luisa Yannello, 121 Carefree Lane, $245,000.

James and Mary Platt to Joseph and Stacie Carr, 202 S. 13th St., $245,000.

Mitchell Johnson to Justin and Erin Enecks, 3513 Sunny Drive, $249,000.

Martin and Michele Giblin to Paul and Jennifer Spain, 1914 Snowy Egret Drive, $255,000.

Gary and Kelly Blackington to Scott Wittig and Daniel Butler, 176 Drum Inlet, $285,000.

Bryan Bailey to Joshua and Anna Edwards, 1400 Chip Shot Drive, $290,000.

Marjorie Guilbert to Megan and Reuben Druckrey, 3513 White Drive, $299,000.

Benjamin and Catherine Perkins to Patrick and Katherine Brennan, 418 Oakmont Drive, $308,000.

Mark Timmer and Stephanie Byma to John and Susan Reynolds, 108 Tree Fern Drive, $315,000.

Emily and John Nobles, III to Carlton and Meghan Blanton, 311 Arendell St., $340,000.

Keith and Cassandra Richards to Donovan White and Susan Fox, 1104 Arendell St., $360,000.

Nabil and Kristie Chaanine to Scott Eckholdt, 2210 Mayberry Loop Road #A & #B, $362,000.

Elizabeth Sumrell to Leland and Janie Vann, 802 Bay St., $365,000.

#501, $433,000.

Marian and Robert Mears, Jr. to Jaclyn and Patrick Connelly, Jr., 4106 Sound Drive, $437,000.

Eddie and Heather Foster to Robert and Sharon Musselwhite, 230 Lands End Road, $450,000.

Margaret and Daniel Wade, III, Constance and William Garrett, and Phyllis and George Walker, 1104 Arendell St., $450,000.

Jackie and Frances Wilcox to Lawrence Kelly, 2707 One Iron St., $457,000.

Robert and Daviette Frystock to Stephen and Joanne Brown, 100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Drive #708, $395,000.

Sally Anger to Kenneth and JoBeth Bunning, 5000 Holly Lane, $460,000.

Scott and Margaret McLeod to Eric and Patricia Dome, 3302 Evans St., $400,000.

Wesley and Darlyne Phillips to Steven and Catherine Kirby, 211 Arendell St., $400,000.

Christopher and Elizabeth Hardison to Robert and Martha Walker, 311 Arendell St., $491,500.

Carol and James Sloan to Allison Hudson, 110 Riverside Ave., $515,000.

Cathy Best to Tyler and Sarah Payne, 3529 Snead St., $320,500.

Matthew and Mary Godwin to Barton and Krista Farrell, 1607 Wedgewood Court, $407,000.

Michael and Challan Chesson to Scott and Deb Hubbard, 100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Drive #717, $519,500.

Arnet Galbreath and Jessie Starr to Elizabeth Morton, 107 W. Fairway Dr., $260,000.

William and Ramona Cox to Keith and Heather Fowler, 309 Lord Granville Dr., $322,000.

Paula Crossley to Mark and Stephanie Timmer, 416 Hillcrest Drive, $327,500.

William and Mary Lee to William and Trentity Gerrans, 303 Eastchester Drive, $415,000.

Philcaf, Inc. to West Johnson Group, LLC, 1712 Arendell St., $416,500.

David and Jean Miller to Michael Phillips, 100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Drive #713, $569,000.

Peter and Theresa Brotzman to Bruce and Ellen Brotzman, 210 Mansfield

Doris Carver to David and Betsy Hooper, 3100 Evans St., $335,000.

Ivan and Billies Jones to Matthew and Deborah Soddy, 4425 Arendell St.

Linda Straub to Rachael and Corey Glesey, 1210 Woods Court, $258,000.

Debra and Grady Carroll, Jr. to Lillie Ray, 214 Carefree Lane, $258,500.

James and Ramona Rivers to Matthew and Mary Godwin, 165 Camp Morehead Drive, $675,000.

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Thomas Clark to Joseph and Amanda Worthington and Paul and Ashlyn Worthington, 3000 Evans St., $750,000.

Laura Holland, Mildred and Wade Gardner, Christian and Gina Holland, Joyce Williams, and Geraldine Fischler to Marcus and Alice Chesnutt, 204 & 206 S. 10th St. and 1002 Shepard St., $800,000.

Phillips Properties of Carteret, LLC to West Johnson Group, LLC, 1700 Arendell St., $833,500.

NEWPORT

Sandra Hardesty to Dawn Salter, 106 Hatcher Drive, $28,000.

Crail White, Jr., to Donald and Cheryl Atkins, 122 Barbour Drive, $40,000.

Mercampar, Inc. to Wayne and Donna Malone, 634 & 636 Cannonsgate Drive, $42,000.

Tanya Bellot, Cindy Gurtner, Cliff Schweitzer, and Adam Shupe to Paul and Patricia Ragan, 192 Hilltop Road, $42,000.

Gail and Walter Gentry, III to Joshua and Lorna South, 117 Backfield Drive, $45,000.

Gail and Walter Gentry, III to Sheryl Hayes, 118 Backfield Drive, $45,500.

Terry Phillips to Matthew Bunn and Jay Lewis, 137 Roosevelt Lane, $46,000.

Gail and Walter Gentry, III to Jaymie and Steven Kerstein, 114 Backfield Drive, $49,500.

Katherine and Alvin Martins, Jr. to Hope Disbrow, 303 Oscar Hill Road, $52,500.

PNC Bank to Thuy Nguyen and Sanh Van, 115 Hathcer Drive, $56,000.

Jennifer Barrett to John Homan, III, 626 E. Branch Drive, $64,000.

James and Bethanie Alexander to Suzanne Newman, 817 Garner Drive, $70,000.

Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. to Wintrust Mortgage, 1277 Newport Loop Road, $71,500.

Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC to Back on the Block, LLC, 714 James Drive, $82,000.

Nancy Long to Cheryl to Boyd Sensenich, III, 207 Bogue Carrier Court, $82,000.

Barbara and James Waters, and Robert Simon to United Trades Construction, LLC, 413 Red Fox Trail, $85,000.

Reginald and Susan Cannon to Kim and Amber Carter, 1113 Hibbs Road, $88,000.

Andrew and Elizabeth Odham to Stephanie and Terry Abbott, 110 Croatan Colony Drive, $90,000.

Adriane Andrews to Lexis Howard, 212 Snow Goose Lane, $180,000.

Virginia Wilcox to Bryan and Leeanna Bunch, 671 Sea Gate Drive, $180,000.

John and Robyn Howell to Heritage Investments of the Coast, LLC, 411 Chatham St., $95,000.

Abby Southerland to Russell Willis, VI, 101 Bur Oaks Blvd., $182,000.

WSLD Bogue Watch VI, LLC to Gregory and Mary Sloan, 610 Trawler Place, $110,000.

Timothy and Bonnie Heaney to Caleb and Nicole Keene, 1633 New Bern St., $186,000.

Alice Charboneau to Norma Wagaman, 300 Sweetwater Cove, $122,000.

Lloyd and Kay Strickland to Brandon and Courtney McGhee, 213 Snow Goose Lane, $189,000.

Linda Cauley to Evelina Rogers, 101 Courtyard West, $131,000.

Sharon and Jonathon Edwards, Jr. to Theodore Thompson, 103 Goose Creek Blvd., $190,000.

Charles and Brenda Pierson to Madison Hahn and Evan Clark, 1340 Nine Foot Road, $135,000.

Deborah Andrews to Lemuel and Ivey Wiley, and Rolanda Best, 116 Blue Goose Lane, $140,000.

Patricia and Jeffrey Sheffield, Linda and Hugh Heald, Marchel Hitchcock, and Kathryn and Tony Russell to Yancey and Sandra Barker, 178 Goose Creek Loop Road, $213,000.

WSLD Bogue Watch VI, LLC to Edward and Dara Nicely, 628 Fishermans Point, $150,000.

FOG, LLC to Katherine and Alton Hedgepeth, Jr., 185 Salty Shores Point Drive, $250,000.

Damian and Sonya Jones to JABCO, LLC, 713 James Drive, $155,000.

Leigh and Mark Dixon to Kristen and John Kinstrey, III, 122 Oyster Rock, $252,000.

Paul and Kim Baker to Paul and Tracy Lockhart, 413 Rams Horn Road, $170,000.

JC Jackson Homes, LLC to Francis and Heather Foley, 247 Legacy Lane, $255,000.

Beau and Christene Burchfield to Amanda and Allan Lloyd, 208 Two Oaks Court, $177,000.

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Charles Cox and Geraldine Cox to Damian and Sonya Jones, 525 Park Meadows Drive, $275,000.

McNeill and Associates, Inc. to Robert and Julieann Beverage, 203 Morada Bay Drive, $279,000.

Frank and Joann Fox to Franklin and Kelly Rouse, 147 Salty Shores Point Drive, $275,000.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Rebecca and Andres Gerena, 159 Henderson Drive, $279,500.

Eric and Kimberly Finch to Christopher and Anna Plott, 521 Park Meadows Drive, $280,000.

Eric and Vivian Gray to Stephanie and Kenneth Walker, III, 131 Salty Shores Point Drive, $280,000.

Jason and Kimberly Barclift to Eric and Stephanie Cyr, 635 Edgewood Ave., $280,000.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Kristin and Brandon Lane, 108 Wild Berry Court, $281,500.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Eric and Sarah Bechtel, 141 Henderson Drive, $289,000.

Ryan and Monica Bobber, and Amy Bobber to Gretchen and Francisco Rodriquez, III, 106 Tar Kiln Lane, $295,000.

Ernest and Erin Carson to Paul and Heather Bertram, 115 Marsh Harbour Drive, $297,500.

Teri and James Piner, Jr. to Mark and Kelly Bartoletti, 635 Sea Gate Drive, $299,000.

Michele and Alan Barts, II to Larry and Alice Staples, 412 Waverly Court, $303,500.

Paul and Rebecca Todd to Thomas and Theresa Replogle, 200 Yacht Club Drive, $425,000.

Eddie and Kelly Rosado to Cynthia and Williard Capps, Jr. , 325 Bay Run, $451,500.

Jerri Builders Homes, LLC to Lorette and Gerald Burton, Jr., 505 Sanders Lane, $476,000.

Byron and Diane Toothman to Jason and Christine McElvey, 105 Grey Lane, $480,000.

Steven and Cynthia Squires to James and Ramona Rivers, 106 Mary Lane, $515,000.

Erol and Kimberly Varinca to Bryant and Donna Sauls, 506 Blue Heron Drive, $525,000.

David and Julie Dees to Laura and Guadalupe Zapata, Jr., 121 Greyson Lane, $530,000.

Robert and Barbara Thiebeau to Jan Strickland, 259 Pearson Circle, $600,000.

Michelle and Tobin Finizio to Gregory and Patricia White, 287 B.J. Taylor Road, $670,000.

Randal and Lori Gunther to Charles and Patricia Stankiewicz, 510 Bogue Watch Drive, $675,000.

Doreen and Robert Yates to Raymond and Susan Everett, 708 Sea Gate Drive, $750,000.

SPX Flow Technology USA, Inc. to RBI Properties, LLC, 170 Hankison Drive, $2,349,000.

Dale Boyd to William Burkett, III, 304 Pine Knoll Circle, $325,000.

Norwood O. and Nancy H. Hargrove Properties to Kim and Suzanne Johnson, 1010 Salter Path Road, $333,000.

Mark and Deborah Redmond to Sharon Reynolds, 109 Arborvitae Court, $350,000.

SEA LEVEL

Connie Shelton and Randy Kilgore to Alicia and David Luttrell, III, 155 Arborvitae Drive, $370,000.

Michael and Lori Constantino to Matthew and Rebecca Cunningham, 301 Salter Path Road, $370,000.

Drew and Meridith Wessels to Lucas and Ashley Botros, 525 Salter Path Road, $380,000.

Timothy Murphree to Larry Opperman, and Kirby and Anna Uzzell, 590 Marina Drive, $390,000.

Galileo Galilei, LLC to Enton and Aferdita Hito, 601 Forest Dunes Drive, $410,000.

Mark and Brittany Montgomery to Shannon and Charles Miles, Jr., 111 Arborvitae Court, $420,000.

Richard and Beth Nelson to Terry Gardner, 608 Hwy 70 Sea Level #2325, $34,500.

STACY

Deidra Arthur to Kevin and Geraldine Hunt, 1168 Hwy 70 Stacy, $125,000.

STELLA

Joseph and Kimberly Kingrey to Ernest and Erin Carson, 815 & 827 Stella Road, $435,500.

Harold Comer, and Robin and Donna Comer to MHC White Oak Shores, LLC, 418 & 452 Wetherington Landing Road, $2,800,000.

SWANSBORO

Beau and Lashawna Curtis to Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, 118 Hunters Creek Road, $166,500.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Kieth and Azlinn Beall, 290 Norris Landing Road, $225,500.

Ouida Patton to Janie Weaver, 497 Salter Path Road, $440,000.

Sherry and Lawrence Bendt, Jr. to Michael and Shannon DeCriscio, 105 Fern Court, $73,000.

Galileo Galilei, LLC to Gary and Ann Watkins, 119 OakLeaf Drive, $105,000.

Patricia and Nelson Taylor, III to Kim and JoAnn Currie, 104 Aspen Court, $140,000.

Jerri Builders Homes, LLC to Brian Sauer, 604 Lanyard Drive, $362,000.

Thomas Kerwin to Donald and Kimberly Osborne, 283 Salter Path Road, $166,000.

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Patrick and Inglis Walsh to Roger and Janice Clary, 188 Hoffman Beach Road, $250,000.

Wayne and Catherine Heath to Samuel Clark, 316 Coldwater Drive, $217,500.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Sheri Colquitt, 653 Fishermans Point, $356,000.

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Jeffrey Dutton to Jamie Marshall, 109 Cedar Lane, $126,000.

You Never Know, LLC, Robert Proctor, and Michael Proctor to Dennis St. Germain, 535 Salter Path Road, $430,000.

PINE KNOLL SHORES

Streamline Developers, LLC to Crystal and James Drum, Jr., 608 Trawler Place, $411,000.

Robert and Caroline Lock to Bonnie Barnes and Stephen Thrasher, Sr., 590 Marina Drive, $315,000.

SALTER PATH

McNeill and Associates Rentals, Inc. to Madison Berrier, 601 Peletier Loop Road #73, $120,000.

PELETIER

JC Jackson Homes, LLC to Paul McBride, 187 Independence Blvd., $333,000.

James Maddock to Buren and Jordan Andrews, 115 Soundview Drive, $400,000.

Perry Management, Inc. to Diane and Herbert Spear, Jr., 651 Salter Path Road, $275,000.

Joseph and Karen Esala to Christopher Jacobs, 305 Appaloosa Court, $200,000.

Caleb Fulp to Jean Tyler and Susan Piawlock, 119 S. Brookside Court, $292,500.

Streamline Developers, LLC to George and Christine MacDonnell, 655 Fisherman Point, $399,000.

Margaret Sakowski to Steven Macko, 103 Mulberry Court, $231,000.

125 Roosevelt, LLC to Thomas Savage and Janet Kim, 125 Roosevelt Drive, $1,450,000.

John and Sarah Everhart to Johnny and Jamela Everhart, 117 Cedar Road, $425,000.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Krysta Meza, 145 Henderson Drive, $312,000.

Jason and Melissa Endress to Nicholas Mercantini and Natalie Barringer, 227 Morada Bay Drive, $335,000.

Teresa Poole to Sharon Black, 283 Salter Path Road, $225,000.

Christopher Manousaridis to Teresa Smith, 650 Salter Path Road, $180,000.

Anna and Danny Basden, Robin Johnson and Billie Gunn, Jr., Heather Harrington, and Jean Miller to Mark and Ann Clark, 277 Salter Path Road, $212,500.

Melissa Hargett to Jeffrey and Amanda Daly, 520 Egret Lake Drive, $475,000.

William and Joan Murray to Perry and Sarah Holland, 301 Salter Path Road, $490,000.

Nikolay Klibson and Enna Klibson to George and Catharine Marsh, 226 Salter Path Road, $600,000.

Patricia Light, and Christopher and Tina Miles to Steven and Sara Macko, 104 Mulberry Court, $600,000.

James and Jean Turner to Kearny and Diane Davis, 573 Coral Ridge Road, $607,500.

Simon Tulloch and Stephanie Read to William and Linda Saunders, 127 Beechwood Drive, $685,000.

Janet and Alfred Rehm, Jr. to Travis Bailey, Lisa Bailey, and Mary and Lewis Bailey, Jr., 107 Ocean Shore Lane, $1,150,000.

Janie and James Poole, Jr. to Matthew and Katherine Fritter, 421 Maritime Place, $1,150,000.

Corey and Megan Steinbugl to Sarah and Alexander Johann, 213 Hadnot Drive, $229,000.

Geraldine Morse to William Casper, Jr., 247 Morse Road, $350,000.

Thomas and Carissa Collins to Christopher and Amanda Madden, 304 Duck Haven, $370,000.

Ricardo and Beth Garcia to Melisa and Robert Rutter, Jr., 217 Steep Hill Dr., $800,000.

WILLISTON

Joyce Gorman and Charles Sexton, III to David and Martha Gould, 293 & 301 HWY 70, $160,000.

Stanley and Vera Brown to Christopher and Lisa Rogers, 210 Peaceful Place, $330,000.

*Publisher’s Note: This data is provided as public information available to all county residents. Island Review accepts no liability for errors or omissions and has endeavored to be as accurate as possible. Price given indicates the number of tax stamps purchased at deed filing (representing $2 for $1,000 of sales price, in $500 increments) and as such, may not exactly reflect the true purchase price.

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CLUES DOWN 1. Czech monetary unit 2. Arousing intense feeling 3. Elks 4. Muscular weaknesses 5. Before the present 6. Figures out 7. Infinite 8. A low wall 9. Silly 13. Political organization 14. Used of a number or amount not specified 17. Divisions of the psyche 18. Denial 20. Ancient Iranian person 22. Count on 27. Popular sports league 28. Water (French) 29. Partner to cheese 31. When you hope to get there 32. Angry 33. One point east of due south 37. Respects 38. Organize anew 39. French wine grape

40. Intrinsic nature of something 41. Neural structures 42. Brews 43. Where ships take on cargo 44. Holiday season singer 47. Shock treatment 48. Popular average 49. Products 51. A type of bear 52. Utilize 53. Old world, new 58. Swiss river

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SEPTEMBER ARIES (March 21-April 20) Aries, someone from your past may come back into your life in a good way. Don’t be nervous about what he or she has to say. Everything will work out with the relationship. Remember to be careful what you say about others. If you’re talking about someone who isn’t in the vicinity, act as if he or she is there so you always remain respectful. Let yourself drift off into a creative mode a little this month. Explore any artistic endeavor and dream as big as your mind allows. Professional prospects are excellent.

You have all the bargaining power you need to ask for a raise or to land a job if you are ready to change companies. A debate is growing inside of you. You do not know whether you should lean toward practical decisions or have a little fun. Why not do both?

LEO (July 23-August 23) Once you make a decision early this month you have to stick with it and see it through, Leo. It can be challenging waiting for results, but be patient. The outcome will be known soon. If one door will not open for you, don’t force it. Simply try another door.

Accept that some things are not meant to be and it is time to move on. When faced with too many choices, you may find it hard to make a decision. Instead, select two or more and sample which is best. Don’t let indecisiveness derail your plans. If you focus on positive energy, a stronger and healthier version of yourself is possible. It won’t happen overnight, but expect some changes soon enough. Try to keep your emotions in check. This is not the time to let your feelings seep into a work environment. You have to remain focused and firm.

TAURUS (April 21-May 21) You have various options to consider right now. Delay an important decision for a little while longer until you can narrow things down with a level head.

You might need some time alone this month to get yourself centered, Taurus. This is especially true if you have been running yourself ragged and are feeling stressed out. You may be feeling especially loving and romantic. Consider treating your special someone to a homecooked meal or going for a stroll in the park.

A dilemma confronts you and your romantic partner. Approach it straightforward as a team and the problem will soon be solved. Strive to maintain balance. If you are conflicted about something, give things a little more time.

VIRGO (August 24-September 22) A few

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) An unexpected opportunity arrives. It may be some good news you have been waiting for or it could be something you didn’t see coming. Embrace it.

Gemini, do not try to fit into some mold that doesn’t represent who you truly are. There’s only one person you need to please, and that is yourself. If things get a little confusing, don’t feel the need to try to figure everything out. Take what you need to get your tasks done. Money may be more plentiful for you for a variety of reasons. Rather than spending it freely, invest these funds wisely and enjoy a rainy day in the future. You may be daydreaming a bit too much lately. It’s time to get your head out of the clouds and focus on some practical matters that need to be addressed.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Cancer, enjoy

how your mood changes when you enjoy some different scenery this month. A change in your perspective is sparked by a visit to an idyllic place. Issues around you may be a bit heavy.

Your role is to lighten up the situation with humor and amusement. Your powers of adaptability will be put to the test. It may seem like you are juggling a hundred things at once. Take a step back to exhale and recharge your batteries. This will prove a welcome break. The support of a friend or loved one can help you overcome a setback. This heartfelt bond will only strengthen as this person helps you along. When you are in charge of a situation, you have to keep in mind others’ feelings before offering a critique. Take a moment before you give commentary.

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things will be beyond your control this month, however, you have many things that you can grab ahold of and make your own. Try a new creative project. Virgo, your approach to things may get some push back from others. Don’t let that stop you from being independent and forging your own path. Calming, relaxing activities are the best way to fill up free time.

Spend time taking long walks with friends or hanging out without much advance planning.

Your artistic side is just waiting to pop out.

The universe has gifted you with nimble and capable hands and you’re apt to create things that inspire others. Even if something rubs you the wrong way, don’t let others know. Surround yourself with people and activities you love so you can boost your mood.

forth some extra effort when needed.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21)

Just when you thought it was a straight road ahead, life throws you a curveball. You’re good at adapting, so you shouldn’t have difficulties overcoming this challenge. Your confidence may wane a bit early this month. All you need is a pep talk from someone to get you out of a funk. Listen to what this person has to say.

No one but you can start working toward your goals, Sagittarius. Stop dragging your feet and put a good plan into action. Your financial future could be greatly improved with a lucrative job that seems to be coming your way. This opportunity can enable you to indulge in some luxury. The pace of your life is bound to slow down a bit. This will be a welcomed change from the hustle and bustle that has been the norm lately.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20)

Once you establish your objective, you can plot out your plan. This approach can be applied to both big life changes or even smaller decisions.

Aiming for the latest and greatest may not be the best idea. Material possessions bring you entertainment, but strive for other, more grounding goals. Whether you realize it or not, you have a great deal of freedom to do what you want. Be spontaneous and start pursuing some of your goals. There could be a bit boost in your love life or other positive change this month. Something keeps pulling your focus away from the task at hand. This may be the universe telling you that this project needs to be delayed for a bit.

LIBRA (September 23-October 23) Even

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) You

SCORPIO

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Every day may not be an adventure, but you have a knack for making daily life exciting. Find ways to share your joy. A nervous restlessness may urge you to act. You could be excited about something that you just can’t pinpoint right now. Don’t be overly concerned with what others think about you. Even if you’re feeling like a fish out of water, forge ahead with your unique ideas. Start speaking with people who share your values.

You can expand your group of friends and make some lifelong relationships. While someone may be pushing you to take action, it is even better if the motivation comes from you. Take a step in the right direction.

though you may be dishing out advice, others may not be inclined to take it. Don’t be offended by this. Not everyone is ready to make changes.

The old ways of doing things may butt heads with the new, leaving you scratching your head.

Go with your gut instinct this month. One minute you feel one thing and another you’ve changed your mind. Sit down and think over the pros and cons of each direction before making a final decision. You may need to retreat from the spotlight for a little bit and nurture yourself. This can only be done in the privacy and comfort of your home base. Your artistic side is ready to get a little attention. Maybe you will redecorate a room or design a website. Channel those creative urges purposefully.

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Scorpio, sometimes you have to relinquish control and let others steer the boat. This may be a welcome relief because it lifts some pressure off of your shoulders. Unexpected events can shuffle things when you least expect it. Don’t be discouraged; learn how to go with the flow and you can come out on top.

Your social schedule always seems to fill up quickly. You may enjoy getting out of the house or the office, but remember to do it in a responsible and safe way. Being positive can help you attract money, love, luck and quality company. Make mindful and positive choices and others will soon gravitate toward you. Put

will attract more flies with honey than you will with vinegar. Consider your tone and delivery when speaking, tweaking things a bit if need be.

Make sure you are nourishing your whole self in the days to come. This means being in tune with physical and mental well-being. People may not be receptive to your usual brand of humor this month. Do more listening than talking. Try to keep sarcasm to a minimum and lay low. With all of the time you have been spending at home lately, you may want to consider a remodeling project. Embrace your inner interior designer.

Don’t stress about making hard decisions or commitments. You already have the next few months planned out, as you like to be two steps ahead all the time.

best buy$ FINANCIAL SERVICES & INSURANCE

Bluewater Insurance Services: 201 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-1414. Offering coastal homeowner, commercial property, automobile and builders risk insurance along with general liability, workers compensation and more. The dedicated team is ready to provide their undivided attention to help you meet the needs of your family and business.

Visit bluewater.com/insurance.

Chalk & Gibbs Insurance and Real Estate: An independent agent serving clients along the Crystal Coast since 1925. Full service real estate sales and management and all of your insurance needs under one roof. Call today for a quote, 252-393-1284, 252-726-3167, or visit www.chalkandgibbs.com.

Crossbridge Financial: 7701 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 800-655-9487, www. crossbridgefinancial.com. Work toward the retirement you imagine with an independent financial advisor poised to help you customize your financial planning and wealth management to help bring your future into view.

Emerald Isle Insurance: 8754 Reed Drive, Unit 9, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5086. Protect your beach property & save on flood insurance by working with Rhonda & Sherry for coverage on your primary residence, second home or rental unit.

GEAR & EVENT RENTALS

Island Essentials: Linen & Leisure Supply Company, Emerald Isle, 888-398-8887, 252354-8887, info@island-essentials.com. High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service. Yearround, reserve ahead to ensure availability.

Visit our new showroom at 8002 Emerald Drive by appointment only.

HEALTH & BODY

Carteret Health Care: 3500 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-808-6000, www. carteretgeneral.com. The nearly 150-bed comprehensive medical center recently completed a $53 million expansion featuring a cancer treatment center, women’s health clinic and more with a focus on the highest level of care.

HOME SERVICES

AVC Roofing: 2500-B Bridges St., Morehead City, 252-773-4169, avcroofing.net. Hire a roofing contractor that understands the needs of a coastal community. From metal roofs to shingles, AVC is licensed and insured to meet all your roofing needs.

Beaufort Ace Home Center: 1511 Live Oak St., Beaufort, has one of the largest locally

owned hardware stores in the county with an ever-expanding footprint. Stop by to see the new lumber center. Call 252-728-3111.

Emerald Isle Homeowner’s Services: 9106-B Coast Guard Road, Emerald Isle, 252-7642563. Relax and leave your keys with us! A full service “boutique” property management services company specializing in vacation rentals, VRBO and annual rentals. Discover the low, streamlined service plans.

Coastal Awnings & Hurricane Shutters: 5300 High St., Morehead City, 252-222-0707, crystalcoastawnings.com. See all your options for hurricane protection, stationary & retractable awnings. 9-5, M-F, weekends by appt. Custom awnings, Bahamas, Colonials, etc. Sales and service – our employees have a combined 40 years of experience.

Home Repairs by Darryl Marshall: 230 West Shorewood Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-3542883, homerepairs1@eastnc.twcbc.com.

Serving Emerald Isle property owners for almost three decades. Specializing in remodeling and home repairs, services include carpentry, painting, roofs, decks, replacement windows and doors and yard maintenance. Call with all your home improvement needs.

Liftavator: 4430 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, 888-634-1717, encelevators.com. Service all brands of elevators & lifts with 5-year product warranty & 2-year service warranty. Licensed & insured. 24-hour service available. Building, installing & servicing elevators since 1985.

Royal Coat: 252-727-5418, www.royalcoat. com. Let the team at Royal Coat add a functional, decorative touch to your concrete surfaces, from patio and pool decks to driveways and garages. Free estimates.

Southeastern Elevator: Located in Morehead City, Southeastern Elevator’s motto says it all, “First in safety, quality and service” when it comes to residential elevators in a variety of sizes and models. Visit southeasternhomeelevators.com or call 252725-1235 for a quote today.

Windows & More: 1513 Bridges St., Morehead City, www.windows-and-more.com, 252726-8181. Visit the showroom to see the fullsized displays of energy efficient windows and doors that can handle the conditions of the Crystal Coast. Offering sales, installation and service of Marvin and Integrity windows and doors.

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DECOR

Artistic Tile & More: 252-241-7579. Free design consultation and estimates! The area’s most unique and extensive selection of interior and exterior tile, mosaics, glass, stone and hardwood. Professional installation. Drop by M-F, 10-5, Saturday by appointment, 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, or visit www. artistictileandstonenc.com.

Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters: 3906 Arendell

St., Morehead City, 252-727-9040. Free estimates! The Carolina’s only custom Bahama & Colonial manufacturer. Visit our showroom to see our complete line of storm shutters & awnings, in fiberglass & aluminum, folding accordion, roll downs- no storm bars, canvas & retractable awnings.

Budget Blinds: 3078 Hwy 24, Newport, 252247-3355, cell: 252-229-6431, budgetblinds. com. Charlie Utz gives free in-home consultations in Carteret & Craven Counties on cellular shades, plantation shutters, blinds, woven woods, draperies & more.

Great Windows: 252-728-3373. Quality custom made window treatments including blinds, shades & shutters. For a perfect match, professional decorators come to your home or business. Products include: Great Windows, Hunter Douglas, Timber and Somfy motorized remote control. Fast one-week service (shutters 15 days). Call today for a handcrafted, flawless fit, precise installation and 100-year warranty.

McQueen’s Interiors: Pelletier Harbor Shops, Hwy 70/Arendell St., Morehead City, 252247-3175, mcqueensinteriors.com. 10,000 sq. ft. showroom of unique contemporary, traditional & coastal furnishings. Complete professional design services to make your home truly one-of-a-kind.

Window, Wall & Interior Décor: 1507 Live Oak St., Beaufort, windowandwalldecor.com, 252-838-0201 or 800-601-8036. Custom made draperies and valances. Beautiful and as affordable as you need them to be.

OUTDOORS & MARINE

Dunson Pool & Spa: 1630 Live Oak St., Beaufort, 252-838-6180. Whether you’re looking for a hot tub to help smooth out those sore muscles, searching for a needed part or ready to ready to take the plunge with a pool of your own, Dunson Pool & Spa’s Beaufort showroom is full of great ideas.

East Carolina Services Landscape and Pool Management: 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, 252-240-1117, www. eastcarolinaservices.com. Fully licensed and insured landscape and pool maintenance offering hardscape design/construction, softscapes, irrigation, night lighting, sod and more. The pool and patio store offers free water testing as well as chemicals, equipment and accessories. Now selling Grill Dome Kamado Grills and Bull Grills.

Emerald Pool Works: Are you dreaming of a backyard pool? Custom design and construction of pools and hot tubs. Learn more at emeraldpw.com or call 252-7647030.

Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care: 902 WB McLean Blvd., Cape Carteret, 252-3939005, yardworkslandscapes.com. Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal (Continued on page 60) ISLAND REVIEW • September 2020

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Coast. Quality service in landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, outdoor lighting, hardscapes and design.

REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION

Ace Builders: Emerald Isle, 252-422-2596. greg@acebuildersnc.com, Licensed NC General Contractor, storm damage repair, decks, porches, remodels, new construction, fully insured. Visit www.acebuildersnc.com.

Advantage Coastal Properties, Ed & Mac Nelson: CrystalCoastHomesOnline.com, office: 252-354-9000, cell: 252-646-5551. Full service, low cost residential sales. Located in Emerald Isle, serving Emerald Isle and the coastal mainland. Among the top producers 4 years running! Call today and put our system to work for you!

Al Williams Properties, Real Estate & Development: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252-7268800, 800-849-1888, alwilliamsproperties. com. From sound to sea & beyond. We can serve your coastal real estate needs. Open 6 days/week, by appointment on Sunday.

Atlantic Beach Realty: 513 Atlantic Beach Causeway & Dunescape Villas, Atlantic Beach, 800-786-7368. Your source for vacation rentals and sales since 1990.

Family owned and operated Visit www. atlanticbeachrealty.net.

Bluewater Real Estate: 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2128; Atlantic Beach 252-726-3105; bluewaternc.com. Vacation, monthly & annual rentals. Real estate sales of island & mainland properties for all of Carteret County.

Bluewater Builders: 201 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7610, buildwithbluewter.com. From vacation homes to primary residences, Bluewater’s expertise can make your dream of living on the Crystal Coast a customized reality.

Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS: 509 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 800-317-2866, 252-726-6600, cannongruber.com/irm. Specializing in exceptional properties on our beautiful coast for sale or rent. Let our experience work for you!

Carolyn Blackman: Broker/realtor with Bluewater Real Estate, Emerald Isle. A Carteret County native ready to assist newcomers and locals alike when buying and selling real estate along the Crystal Coast.

Call 252-515-4831 or visit www.bluewaternc. com.

CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty: 7603 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. With 30+ years we have served the rental and sales needs of Emerald Isle. National name recognition. Vacation, monthly and annual rentals. Knowledgeable and service award winning sales team supported by century21.com. Courteous local staff to meet your needs. Call us and see – you will not get a recording, only quick, professional personal service. Call 800-8222121, 252-354-2131 or visit www.coastland.

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com.

C.O.D. Home Services: Coastal Carolina premier contractor – whether you’re remodeling one room, for building an entire home.

Recognized in 2016 by the NC Home Builders Association, owner Mark Merrell works hand in hand with clients to make all their dreams come true. Call 252-354-3635 or email codhomeservices@ymail.com.

Eastern Carolina Properties: 1440-B Salter Path Road, Indian Beach. Specializing in beach properties in Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach and Salter Path, the professionals are always ready to put their skill and knowledge of the area to work to help clients find their perfect home.

Call 252-247-7040.

Emerald Isle Realty: 7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales: 252-354-4060, 800-3044060, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. Awarded 2005, 2009 and 2011 Top Office Production Award for Carteret County. Our knowledgeable & professional sales staff is happy to discuss any of your concerns & help you make the correct decision when buying or selling real estate on the coast.

Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals: 7501 Emerald Drive, 800-849-3315, 252-3543315, private owner’s line 800-354-2859, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. With over 50 years in property management, maximizing the rental income on your investment property is our #1 priority. Call for a complimentary, confidential property management analysis.

Katrina Marshall, Real Estate Broker: Keller Williams Crystal Coast Ferguson O’Conor Realty, 5113-A US 70 West, Morehead City, serving Morehead City, Bogue Banks and the surrounding area. Over 24 years experience working with property owners in Carteret County and the Emerald Isle area. Please call me to work for you, 252-499-0805 (office), 252-241-1081 (mobile) or kmarshall@ kw.com. Visit fergusonoconorrealty.com.

Landmark Homes: 252-393-2159, 800-6117705, landmarkhomesnc.com. Diane & John Ritchie offer fully licensed & insured, commercial & quality home building services as well as renovations to make your wishes come true.

Landmark Sotheby’s Realty: Steve Brown, Real Estate Broker with Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty in Morehead City, NC located at 4747 Arendell St., 252.723.8855.

Steve has over 37 years experience in the real estate industry and specializes in the second home market. Utilizing the Sotheby’s International Realty brand with our multiple platforms and media partnerships, we provide your home with the ultimate exposure to a qualified audience.

Call me today for specific details. Offices in Morehead City, Topsail, Wilmington, Southport, Ocean Isle Beach.

Realty World – The Selling Team: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-2471177. Whether buying or selling, visit “The Team that Works for You!” With extensive knowledge of the entire Crystal Coast The Selling Team is ready to put their skills to

work for you.

Streamline Developers: Custom construction in your community or ours. From new custom homes and room additions to bathroom and kitchen facelifts, Streamline brings the experience needed to bring your dream to reality. Call 252-648-8297 or visit streamlinedevelopers.com.

Sun-Surf Realty (Sales & Rentals): 7701 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales 252-354-2958, 800-849-2958, Rentals 252-354-2658, 800553-7873, sunsurfrealty.com. Come for a Week, Stay for a Lifetime. Call to receive a Vacation Guide or email guestservices@ sunsurfrealty.com for assistance in planning your island vacation. If you are ready to purchase or sell your beach home, call one of our knowledgeable sales professionals.

Ty Gay Builders, Inc.: Decades of construction experience in custom residential and commercial projects. Whether you’re renovating or starting from scratch, Ty Gay’s team of professionals work with clients every step of the way. Visit www.tygaybuildersinc. com

SHOPS & SERVICES

Churchwell’s Jewelers: 7901 Emerald Drive, Ste. 6, Emerald Isle. Featuring nautical, equestrian and traditional jewelry. Custom design available. Call 252*354-7166 or visit churchwells.com.

Emerald Isle Books: Emerald Plantation, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5323, emeraldislebooks.com. Great selection of books, greeting cards, kites, stationery, games, toys & puzzles for the entire family.

Hardback books discounted 10%.

Guthrie Interiors: 5113-C Hwy 70, Morehead City, specializing in home furnishings and design for retail and hospitality properties.

Open 10am-5pm with after hours appointments available. Call 252-648-8329 or visit www.guthrieinteriors.com.

Lighthouse Boutique: 105 Front St., Swansboro, 910-326-6482. One-stop store for that special occasion and every day, with sizes ranging from 2 to 2X. Check out the brightest colors for spring and summer as well as handcrafted fashion and sterling silver jewelry. Be sure to look for the Onex shoe selection.

Petal Pushers, Etc.: 7803 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-8787, petalpushersshop.com. Special for rental property owners, welcome guests with fresh flowers for less than $50 a week. Floral arrangements for all occasions, weddings and every day, gifts, handcrafted jewelry and local art. Now offering Chapel Hill Toffee.

William’s Hardware: 3011 Bridges St., Morehead City, 252-726-7158. Your local True Value hardware store, with easy access to the beach, is ready to help you complete you next DIY project. Lawn and garden, power tools, plumbing and electrical supplies and keys cutting, you’ll find it all with a touch that only local service can provide.

money matters Michael Spears Crossbridge Financial

Building a Solid Asset Protection Plan

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his month I wanted to share with you estate strategies from my 26 years of serving high net worth families and business owners.

Most asset protection plans involve a combination of building blocks, including insurance, estate planning, and advance transfer strategies.

Insurance is your first line of defense and typically one of the least expensive and complex components of an asset protection plan.  First, consider liability coverage. Do you have the right amount?

Do you need to cover both business and personal assets? To address potential gaps in coverage, review your business and personal property and casualty policies with your insurance professional annually.  Not surprisingly, medical expenses constitute a major percentage of bankruptcy cases. Disability and long-term care insurance can provide financial security and freedom of choice.  Life insurance can be an effective way to provide ongoing financial support for your family in the event of your death, in addition to helping build family wealth, protect a family business, or minimize tax concerns.

Estate planning The basic estate planning documents typically serve as a second line of defense in an asset protection plan. A durable power of attorney, for example, allows you to appoint an agent to manage your financial and health care affairs in the event of your incapacity. Your will (or possibly a revocable trust) provides protection and direction for the transfer of assets upon death. Make sure your beneficiary designations align with your estate strategy.

advertiser INDEX 213 West Weddings & Events...................... 9 Ace Builders .............................................. 41 Advantage Coastal Properties.................... 14 Al Williams Properties ................................ 25 Artistic Tile & More..................................... 29 Atlantic Beach Realty................................. 10 Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters.................. 61 AVC Roofing............................................... 49 Barnes Landscaping................................... 47 Beaufort Ace Hardware.............................. 39 Bluewater Builders........................................ 8 Bluewater Insurance..................................... 8 Bluewater Real Estate........................... 18-19 Bluewater Real Estate, Carolyn Blackmon... 3 Bridges Professional Animal Hospital......... 53 Budget Blinds............................................. 21 Cannon & Gruber....................................... 17 Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness............. 27 Carteret Health Care.................................. 13 CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, Inc............ 2 Chalk & Gibbs Insurance & Real Estate..... 28 Churchwell’s Jewelers................................ 15 Coastal Awnings........................................... 9 COD Home Services.................................. 63 Crossbridge Financial................................. 17

Transfer questions - ask yourself:  Have I already laid the foundation of a solid asset protection plan through insurance, basic estate planning, and other strategies?  Am I ready to commit the time and resources necessary to execute the plan? Domestic trusts must be very carefully administered, and international trust structures are even more complex to manage.  Do my future heirs understand the plan, and are they willing to commit to it?

Divorce planning Asset protection may include planning for the possibility of your divorce or protecting assets in the event of a child’s divorce. In either case, a prenuptial agreement is one of the most effective ways to protect personal assets during divorce proceedings. A well-drafted prenuptial agreement can help eliminate uncertainty and contention, as well as costly, lengthy, or hostile litigation.

Start with a good foundation, and then consider whether more advanced strategies might be appropriate. A good asset protection strategy is one that you can understand, feel comfortable with, and incorporate into your total financial picture.

Michael E Spears has offices in Wilmington, Emerald Isle, Cary and Kinston, North Carolina and can be reached at 800.655.9487. Securities and advisory services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser.

Fixed insurance products and services offered through CES Insurance Agency.

Dunson Pool & Spa.................................... 39 East Carolina Services............................... 23 Eastern Carolina Properties....................... 52 Edgewater Linen......................................... 25 Emerald Isle Books..................................... 29 Emerald Isle Homeowner Services.............. 6 Emerald Isle Insurance............................... 42 Emerald Pool Works................................... 33 E.I. Isle Realty Sales..... 70, 71 & Back Cover E.I. Realty Vacation Rentals......................... 5 The Gatorbug............................................. 26 Great Windows........................................... 23 Home Repairs by Darryl............................. 25 The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores...................... 43 Island Essentials......................................... 53 Island Trash................................................ 62 Katrina Marshall.......................................... 29 Landmark Homes....................................... 23 Landmark Sothebys International Realty...... 3 Liftavator..................................................... 21 Lighthouse Boutique................................... 49 McQueen’s Interiors....................................11 Paisley Boutique......................................... 53 Petal Pushers............................................. 29 Realty World Selling Team......................... 45

Rhonda Davis............................................. 47 Royal Coat.................................................. 49 Shorewood Real Estate.............................. 22 Southeastern Elevator.......................... 21, 37 Streamline Developers............................... 36 Sun-Surf Realty Property Mgmt.................... 7 Sun-Surf Realty Sales................................ 57 Ty Gay Builders.......................................... 28 William’s Hardware..................................... 23 Windows & More........................................ 41 Yardworks................................................... 32

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Island Lots

642 Cannonsgate Drive .................................. $44,000

Pondfront 204 Albatross Court .................. $165,000

853 Cannonsgate Drive .................................. $59,900

Pondfront 205 Albatross Court .................. $205,000

102 Cumberland St. ....................................... $24,500

1903 Emerald Drive ..................................... $262,500

111 Hickory Nut Court .................................. $97,500

Soundfront 3006 Emerald Drive ................ $320,000

104 Hickory Shores Drive.............................. $55,000

5425 Emerald Drive ..................................... $199,900

230 Hickory Shores Drive.............................. $50,000

7020 Emerald Drive ..................................... $199,000

Creekfront 000 Highway 17 .......................... $35,000

7022 Emerald Drive ..................................... $199,000

Soundfront 108 Intracoastal Court ............ $375,000

Soundfront 8730 Emerald Plantation Rd. $439,000

101 Line Boat Lane ........................................ $85,000

6003 Oak Court ............................................ $225,000

107 Marsh Harbour Drive............................. $69,999

5415 Ocean Drive ......................................... $775,000

952 Old Church Road ................................. $199,900

6107 Ocean Drive ......................................... $800,000

287 Star Hill Drive ......................................... $80,000 215 Taylor Notion Road ................................ $95,000

Mainland Lots

648 W. Firetower Road .................................. $43,900

102 Apollo Drive ............................................. $95,000

Riverfront 236 White Oak Bluff Road

$69,900

215 Bluewater Cove ....................................... $54,900

Creekfront 430 Woodland Drive .................. $49,500

124 Bogue Sound Drive ................................. $58,000

Creekfront 432 Woodland Drive .................. $49,500

604 Cannonsgate Drive .................................. $44,000

Creekfront 434 Woodland Drive .................. $49,500

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Condominium Pebble Beach I-304 $137,000

Condominium Grande Villas C-1 $460,000

Condominium Grande Villas K-6 $535,000

Condominium Grande Villas M-6 $799,000

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Condominium Pebble Beach B-308 $395,000

Condominium Pebble Beach G-208 $252,000

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160 Junius Drive $600,000

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107 Bayshore Drive $229,000

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268 River Reach Drive $330,000

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207 River Reach Drive $305,000

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5808 Landing Court $585,000

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2502 Emerald Drive West $365,000

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7024 Emerald Drive $859,000

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Angela Clark

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Heather Singleton

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Phyllis Howard

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108 Bogue Court $740,000

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3309 Emerald Drive E&W $570,000

3307 Emerald Drive E&W $570,000

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109 Melaine St. East $435,000

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709 Salter Path Road $2,259,000

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126 Sea Isle Drive $1,000,000

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13 Ocean Drive East $699,500

3505 Ocean Drive West $725,000

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5211-B Ocean Dr. Grp. E & F $72,000

3202 Ocean Drive $968,500

1009 Emerald Drive $1,200,000

6406 Ocean Drive West $635,000

5502 Ocean Drive E&W $477,500

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101 Sea Isle Drive $729,900

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6612 Ocean Drive $757,300

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1009 Emerald Drive $1,200,000

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101 Ocean Drive $765,000

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6619 Ocean Drive E&W $1,100,000

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701 Ocean Drive $1,200,000

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6715 Ocean Drive $1,500,000

481 Maritime Place $1,780,000

1213 Ocean Drive $899,000

5207-B Ocean Dr. Group I $68,500

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8709 Ocean View Drive E&W $799,000

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103 Sea Isle Drive $2,950,000