Island Review - October 2020

Island Vol. 25, No.10 ▪ History Banks - Murals ▪ Virtual Programming ▪ Museums Open ▪ BHA Art Auction ▪ Tasting Notes ▪ Health & Wellness ▪ The Ocean Breeze ▪ Emerald Tidings ▪ Property Watch ▪ Chamber Connection ▪ Book Bag ▪ Events Calendar ▪ Mayors’ Notes

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CONTENTS 34 54

8 features

Coasting..................................................................................................................................................................8 History Banks - Beaufort Town Hall is Art Appreciation Destination......................................................................34 Covid Caught the N.C. Seafood Festival...............................................................................................................52 Pumpkin Carving Tips & Tricks..............................................................................................................................54 Life in the South - Grits Country............................................................................................................................56

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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 Matt Zapp

Entire contents, ad and graphic design copyright 2020 Beach House Publications. Reproduction without the publisher’s permission is prohibited.

The Island Review will not knowingly accept advertising judged to be misleading or in violation of the law. Beach House Publications reserves the right to refuse any advertising or editorial deemed inappropriate. Though every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all advertising and copy contained herein, the publisher may not be held responsible for typographical errors. Articles remain the sole responsibility of the writer. The Island Review, Beach House Publications and any employees, agents or representatives of same, may not be held responsible for any actions or consequences derived as a result of following advice or instructions contained herein. As always, consult your attorney or accountant for relevant tax, investment and/or legal information.

Chamber Connection.............................................................................................................................................12 The Onlooker.........................................................................................................................................................16 Tide Tables............................................................................................................................................................17 Coastal Currents Events Calendar........................................................................................................................20 Focus on Fitness...................................................................................................................................................26 Health & Wellness.................................................................................................................................................27 Book Bag...............................................................................................................................................................29 Tasting Notes.........................................................................................................................................................30 At the Aquarium.....................................................................................................................................................32 Bulletin Board........................................................................................................................................................38 Staying Busy - Emerald Isle..................................................................................................................................38 Staying Busy - Swansboro....................................................................................................................................45 Rental Signs..........................................................................................................................................................46 Turtle Tracks..........................................................................................................................................................50 Property Watch......................................................................................................................................................58 Crossword Puzzle..................................................................................................................................................65 Horoscopes...........................................................................................................................................................66 Best Buys..............................................................................................................................................................67 Money Matters.......................................................................................................................................................69 Advertiser Index.....................................................................................................................................................69

townships ATLANTIC BEACH Mayor’s Notes..............................................................................................................................................22 The Ocean Breeze.......................................................................................................................................24 EMERALD ISLE Mayor's Notes...............................................................................................................................................41 Emerald Tidings............................................................................................................................................40 PINE KNOLL SHORES Mayor's Notes...............................................................................................................................................43 PKS Club News............................................................................................................................................44 Ad & Editorial Deadline For NOVEMBER 2020 Issue: Friday, Oct. 2

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While it is about raising these crucial funds, it is also about joining together as friends to celebrate the Association, season, and one another.

This year’s Fall Party, like many things on our usual calendar, will take a virtual approach with a Fall Art Auction that celebrates the history of the party and the artists who have been featured.

Past featured artists will be welcomed back, allowing the public the opportunity to bid on work they may have missed in year’s past.

Art will be gradually added and to bidpal.net/2020fallartsale.

The auction will end October 10 at 9pm. The proceeds will go towards the restoration efforts of the Beaufort Historic Site Old Jail c.1829.

Participating artists include Dee Knott (1992), Kyle Highsmith (1994), Charles Sharpe (1995), Judy Crane (2004), Dan Nelson (2010), Bob Rankin (2011), Trisha Adams (2013), Jim Carson (2014), Fen Rascoe (2016), Jaquelin Perry (2018), Gosia Tojza (2019), and potentially more!

Since 1992 the party has been held at a private Beaufort home, and each year the walls of that home have been filled with the art of a local artist. The first party took place at the historic Sloo House c. 1768. The owners Mr. and Mrs. R. Hunter Chadwick, Jr. were the first to open their doors for the party.

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be remembered and celebrated through this modified 2020 party. For more information, call 252-728-5225 or visit beauforthistoricsite.org. To participate in the auction, visit bidpal. net/2020fallpartyartsale.

Maritime Museum Gift Shop Reopens Those ready to get a jump on their holiday gift buying have a new, but familiar, stop to add to their shopping circuit. The Museum Store at the N.C. Maritime Museum in Beaufort has reopened to the public.

“It’s wonderful to see people again,” Museum Store Manager Francoise Boardman said during a break in the steady flow of customers.

The Museum Store, which is located in the museum lobby, is open from 11am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday.

Boardman said the coastal-themed gift items remain popular, and the pirate items are always a hit. However, since she reopened on Aug. 11, she’s noticed an increase in one particular class of purchase.

“They love the gift items we have available,” she said. “But besides gifts, many people are buying puzzles and craft items for use during this time.”

Recreational and activity items include puzzles, games, origami, mermaid craft kits, books and more, priced from $4 for a deck of pirate playing cards up to $20 for a mermaid tail jewelry making kit.

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from the editor's desk Every day working on the Island Review is fun – but there are a handful of days that will forever be burned into our memories.

Writer and columnist Mike Wagoner – who many will remember as the retired president of the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce – has been a huge help to us here at the Island Review the last few years penning articles on a variety of subjects. A recurring theme has been something we all know and love Southern foods. The articles have run the gamut, from Texas Pete to RC Cola to congealed salad. In August he featured Neese’s sausage, a go-to in many North Carolina kitchens.

Like all of Mike’s food articles, it sparked some conversations and walks down memory lane. And then off we went to the next issue. That was until early in September when the phone rang in the Beach House office. To say that there was excitement during my 15-minute phone conversation with Tommy Neese, III, vice president of the family-run Greensboro-based company, would be an understatement. According to one witness, giddiness would be a better description.

It was incredibly unexpected (and flattering) to have someone, who must be tremendously busy, take a few moments to reach out and offer their thanks. We gushed a little about our enjoyment of their products, he shared a few stories and our conversation easily drifted from our family connection to the Burlington area to NASCAR to how we came to publish the Island Review. He was friendly and affable – exactly as you would imagine the Neese family to be when sitting down to enjoy Sunday morning breakfast.

The following day, when the Neese’s pick up pulled up in our humble driveway with two boxes of goodies we were once again overwhelmed. Hats, magnets, face masks, liver pudding and a load

of sausage will be shared in the days ahead with friends and family. And we are again beaming from ear to ear at the kindness of one of North Carolina’s shining stars.

How did he learn about our little coastal magazine all the way in Greensboro? It seems Kenneth Edwards, president of Bass Farms Sausage in Spring Hope, called Tommy, III’s father to ask how they got featured in a magazine on the coast. He subsequently mailed his only copy of the Island Review to the Neese’s office, where the vice president found it sitting on his desk one morning. This made it all so much more exciting. Our magazine made it into the hands of the president of Bass Farms (and OK, we’ll admit it, we love Bass Farms, too) AND the vice president of Neese’s. Plus, it sheds light on the great relationship between two businesses who could very easily be too blinded by competition to ever acknowledge each other.

During our phone chat, Food Lion, the Pig, Neese’s and Bass Farms were all used in the same sentence without a breath. It doesn’t get more North Carolina than that. And it’s a testament to why we love living and working in our great state. This is who we are. We are humble and kind and appreciative of small gestures and, more importantly, of each other.

And at the end of the day, no matter how you slice your sausage, Tommy Neese, III and I are now on a first name basis.

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Taste of the Crystal Coast This month's column was guest written by Anna Smith, Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Program Manager he Carteret County Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to participate in the ongoing Taste of the Crystal Coast campaign to support area food and beverage establishments. Those with more than five entries could win gift certificates and other prizes in early November.

“The Taste of the Crystal Coast campaign has more than 20 participating Chamber members across the county, so there is a menu and price point to fit everyone’s needs,” said Anna Smith, Chamber of Commerce Program Manager. “While the Chamber is always here to support our members and assist the public, 2020 has brought some unique challenges for everyone. In response, our team has created the Share the Crystal Coast campaign, which will have several phases, and starts with Taste of the Crystal Coast.”

The Taste of the Crystal Coast portion began Saturday, Sept. 12 and runs through Saturday, Oct. 31. Flyers are posted to mark participating locations.

Phase II of Share the Crystal Coast will run in November and December and will feature other Chamber members. Additional details can be found online at nccoastchamber.com.

The campaign includes three easy steps: To participate, you must first purchase food, beverage or gift certificates from participating locations. This can include dine-in service, take-out, drive-thru, curbside or delivery, so everyone can select a method that is best for them.

Next, you snap a photo that shows you are dining or drinking with that particular location. Participants are encouraged to be creative with their photos and should ideally include their order. Share the photo to Facebook, Instagram or Twitter with the location tagged, and include #TasteOfTheCrystalCoast and #ShareTheCrystalCoast.

There will be just one entry per purchase, so sharing it across multiple platforms does not count as extra points. Ensure your post is made public so it can be counted. The Chamber’s account will “like” your post to show it has been accepted.

For those who do not use social media, entries can be submitted via email to anna@nccoastchamber.com. Please write Taste of the Crystal Coast in the subject line, and include the location and hashtags with your photo. If your first and last name is not clearly stated in our email address, please include that information.

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The final step is to repeat the process as many times as possible through October 31 to support these locations! Participants are encouraged to let their servers know they are participating in the campaign.

Those who submit five or more entries will be in the running to win a gift certificate. If an individual logs 10 or more entries, they are eligible to win an elevated prize.

The names for the winners will be drawn on Wednesday, November 4th, and broadcast on our social media feeds. We will reach out to the winners to arrange the best way to get your prize to you.

“We have structured the Taste of the Crystal Coast in a way that everyone can feel safe while giving business to these locations,” Mrs. Smith said. “For those who are not yet comfortable eating out, various locations are offering takeout, curbside service, drive-thru or delivery, so you can enjoy the meals at home if you prefer.”

As of press time, the following locations were confirmed: 34° North Restaurant, AB Ice Cream and Candy Shoppe, Amos Mosquito’s, Ben & Jerry’s – Emerald Isle, Casa San Carlo, Chick-fil-A, Circa 81, Dank Burrito, El’s Drive In, Fat Fellas, Floyd’s 1921, Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries in Morehead City, M.F. Chappell Wine Merchant, Off the Hook, Roland’s Barbecue, RuckerJohns of Emerald Isle, Shortway Brewing Co., Soundside Steak and Seafood, Snapperz Steam & Grill Bar in Morehead City, Stable Grounds Coffee, Tight Lines, and Venice Italian Kitchen and Delicatessen. Additional locations may have been added, and the full list can be found online at nccoastchamber.com, or through the Taste of the Crystal Coast Facebook event page.

The Taste of the Crystal Coast campaign would not be possible without the support of the following sponsors: Advanced Office Solutions, Bob Upchurch Appraisals, LLC, Carteret Community College, Chuck Elliott with Bluewater Real Estate, Complexion Med Spa and Aesthetics, Edward Jones Financial Advisor: Cheryl Mansfield, Lori Tulloch with West Town Bank and Trust, N2 Publishing: BeLocal Crystal Coast and Syndie Earnhardt with Bluewater Real Estate.

If you are not yet a Chamber Member, but you are interested in joining, please contact Membership Director Julie Naegelen at julie@ nccoastchamber.com or call 252-723-7745.

If you have any questions about the Taste of the Crystal Coast or Share the Crystal Coast campaigns, contact Mrs. Smith at anna@ nccoastchamber.com.

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the onlooker Mike Wagoner

Naming a 'State Muffin' Should be a Legislative Goal

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hat North Carolina needs is a “state muffin.” Several states have selected their own “official muffin,” so there is a precedent.

There are two obvious options: a strawberry muffin or a blueberry muffin. Consider this: In 2001, the strawberry became North Carolina’s official “red berry” and blueberry was voted in as the state “blue berry.”

The “enacting legislation” was a classic case of “pure politics” within the North Carolina General Assembly, according to Jeremy Markovich of Our State magazine.

The original bill, which was introduced in February 2001 and sponsored by Rep. Carolyn Russell, R-Goldsboro, proposed that the strawberry become the official state fruit, period. The “authors of the bill” were fourth graders in Mrs. Manning Musgrave’s class at Tommy’s Road Elementary School in Goldsboro. (“Go Tigers!”)

Rep. Russell’s “strawberry bill” passed the House of Representatives, but it stalled in the Senate.

Meanwhile, elementary school students from Dare County stepped up to recommend that the scuppernong grape be the state fruit, not the strawberry. They “bent the ear” of Sen. Marc Basnight, D-Manteo, president pro tempore of the Senate.

Scuppernongs are big, juicy grapes that are green-gold in color and members of the muscadine family. They took their name from the Scuppernong River, which flows through Columbia in Tyrrell County to enter Bull Bay and the Albemarle Sound. Sen. Basnight represented Tyrrell County as well.

The “fruit bill” was re-cobbled in the bowels of the Senate, with input from heavy hitters such as T. LaFontine “Fountain” Odom Sr., D-Charlotte, and Sen. John Hosea Kerr III, D-Goldsboro.

“As if by magic,” Markovich wrote, the Senate comes out with a new version of the bill…and the scuppernong is the state fruit. Not the strawberry. And that’s not all.”

The blueberry was added to the language in the bill as the official North Carolina “blue berry.” The strawberry was degraded in status to be the state’s official “red berry.”

Democrats ruled the roost in 2001, so a conference committee approved a “scuppernong/strawberry/blueberry combo” bill.

The Goldsboro students objected and voted by an overwhelming margin to write to Gov. Mike Easley, a Democrat, asking him to veto their own bill. He disregarded their plea and signed the bill in 2001.

When Markovich asked Carolyn Russell, who is now living in Morehead City, about the outcome some years later, she told him: “That’s the way sausage is made, dear.”

“If you think about it that way,” Markovich said, “that class project was a huge success. The students got involved. They helped introduce a bill to make the strawberry into an official state symbol, and that is exactly what happened. And along the way, they learned some things.”

Today, some North Carolina wineries are making wine with scuppernong grapes. “In the kitchen,” says Caroline Rogers of Southern Living magazine, “scuppernongs can be used to make jams, jellies and preserves.”

Muffin recipes with scuppernongs are rare.

Elizabeth Waterson of Orange County, Calif., who maintains the blog “Confessions of a Baking Queen,” suggests that strawberry blueberry muffins “are the perfect breakfast treat. Adding strawberries to a classic blueberry muffin mix makes your morning treat a little sweeter!”

Waterson holds dual citizenship in the United States and in the United Kingdom, where the muffin was first created on Drury Lane of London, England. Heed her advice.

No other state has crowned the strawberry blueberry muffin as its state muffin. North Carolina should seize the day.

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‘Muffin Man’ Returns to Prominence as Bakery Icon Care to sing along? “Oh, do you Dick knowClark the Muffin Man, the Muffin Man, the Muffin Man who lives on Drury Lane? Yes, I know the Muffin Man … who lives on Drury Lane.”

We all know “The Muffin Man.” It’s a British nursery rhyme and singalong ditty, which dates back to 1820.

Kudos to McKee Foods Corporation of Collegedale, Tenn., owners of tasty Little Debbie Snacks, for making the connection.

Observing the 200-year anniversary of “The Muffin Man” from children’s literature is commendable as well as marketable.

“The Muffin Man” originated in London, England, and it validates the existence of muffin vendors who once upon a time fanned out and walked about in the working-class neighborhoods. Wearing long white aprons, the muffin men would carry trays of muffins on their heads and ring bells to call customers to their hot treats.

Freelance writer Lindsey Wojcik said Little Debbie has reinvented “The Muffin Man” character to be the mascot for its “Mini Muffins and Mini Brownies” products.

McKee Foods’ marketing specialist Erica Harrison told Wojcik: “We commissioned a free, downloadable e-book that tells the story about how “The Muffin Man” got his name and makes for a sweet, sharable reading moment with your child.”

The story’s author is Melody Delgado, a novelist who specializes in Christian fiction. Her light-hearted and humorous touch is perfect for the new rhyming book. The young English prince expresses his breakfast food boredom when faced with yet another bowl of disgusting and dreary oatmeal.

Illustrator Jim Talbot, who has worked for more than 35 years as an artist in the toys and games industry, portrays the young prince as a carrot-top royal with a pompadour hairstyle. (Any resemblance of the boy to U.S. President Donald Trump is surely purely coincidental.)

Hence, the king and the queen decide to host a muffin bake-off at the castle and have the lad select England’s premier muffin maker. Let the games begin.

The muffin made by the baker from Kings Road was too fancy. The one made by the baker from Oxford Street was too crumbly, while the muffin made by the baker from Piccadilly Street was too crusty. The baker from Hyde Park used too many flavors, including black olives and broccoli. Yuck.

The baker from Drury Lane presented the prince with a platter of muffins that were just the right size … and chock-full of chocolate chips (or so it appears). “You win the prize,” the prince proclaimed, and the “miracle muffin maker” is crowned with “The Muffin Man” toque blanche (chef’s hat).

Talbot’s characterization of “The Muffin Man” depicts a jolly fellow with a round face, a bulbous nose and sparkly blue eyes. His smile is partially hidden by a curly, bushy reddish-brown handlebar mustache.

The adorable image also appears on new packaging.

Building “muffin awareness” is part of Little Debbie’s job description for “The Muffin Man.” He is delivering. A new product available in stores in September, labeled “Birthday Cake Mini Muffins.” It promises to be a ‘mini muffinized’ version of Little Debbie’s vanilla-flavored cakes with candy confetti and rainbow sprinkles,” said Erica Harrison, Little Debbie product manager. “It’s a treat the entire family can enjoy.”

“Muffintologists” are a new breed of North American consumers.

Perhaps the movement started in Canada with healthy bran muffins.

The stated goal is to have muffins displace doughnuts as the morning’s most popular baked good item.

The upswell of local coffee shops and artisan bakeries are contributing to “muffin mania.”

tide tables OCTOBER 2020 High AM 1 Th 8:13 2 F 8:48 3 Sa 9:21 4 Su 9:56 5 M 10:31 6 Tu 11:08 7 W 11:50 8 Th 12:07 9 F 12:57 10 Sa 1:57 11 Su 3:03 12 M 4:08 13 Tu 5:07 14 W 6:02 15 Th 6:53 16 F 7:44 17 Sa 8:34 18 Su 9:24 19 M 10:16 20 Tu 11:11 21 W ----- 22 Th 12:37 23 F 1:44 24 Sa 2:56 25 Su 4:03 26 M 5:01 27 Tu 5:51 28 W 6:33 29 Th 7:10 30 F 7:45 31 Sa 8:19

Tide Low Tide PM AM PM 8:31 2:08 2:22 9:04 2:39 3:00 9:37 3:09 3:37 10:11 3:39 4:15 10:46 4:10 4:54 11:24 4:43 5:35 ----- 5:19 6:22 12:39 6:02 7:15 1:35 6:53 8:15 2:38 7:54 9:18 3:41 9:02 10:17 4:42 10:09 11:09 5:37 11:13 11:58 6:29 ----- 12:12 7:19 12:44 1:08 8:08 1:29 2:02 8:57 2:15 2:56 9:47 3:01 3:50 10:40 3:49 4:45 11:35 4:39 5:43 12:09 5:33 6:45 1:12 6:33 7:51 2:19 7:40 8:59 3:26 8:53 10:02 4:28 10:03 10:56 5:22 11:05 11:43 6:08 11:57 ----6:48 12:22 12:43 7:25 12:57 1:24 8:00 1:29 2:03 8:34 1:59 2:40

NOVEMBER 2020 High Tide AM PM 1 Su 7:52 2 M 8:26 3 Tu 9:02 4 W 9:40 5 Th 10:22 6 F 11:09 7 Sa ----- 8 Su 12:34 9 M 1:39 10 Tu 2:44 11 W 3:44 12 Th 4:40 13 F 5:33 14 Sa 6:24 15 Su 7:15 16 M 8:06 17 Tu 8:58 18 W 9:51 19 Th 10:47 20 F 11:45 21 Sa 12:21 22 Su 1:29 23 M 2:33 24 Tu 3:30 25 W 4:19 26 Th 5:01 27 F 5:40 28 Sa 6:16 29 Su 6:51 30 M 7:27

8:08 8:42 9:18 9:58 10:42 11:34 12:04 1:04 2:07 3:08 4:06 5:01 5:54 6:45 7:36 8:28 9:21 10:17 11:17 ----- 12:47 1:50 2:49 3:42 4:30 5:12 5:51 6:28 7:05 7:41

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DST FOR MOREHEAD CITY, NC 34º 43’ Latitude 76º 42’ Longitude Tidal Time Difference Between Morehead City &: HIGH LOW Atlantic Beach -:41 -:39 Atlantic Beach Bridge +:22 +:34 Beaufort Inlet -:19 -:17 Bogue Inlet -:13 -:13 Cape Lookout -:43 -:49 Core Creek Bridge +1:00 +1:19 Drum Inlet -:29 -:31 Duke Marine Lab +:16 +:12 Ft. Macon USCG -:09 -:10 Harkers Island +1.26 +2:06 Harkers Island Bridge +1:42 +2:04 Hatteras Inlet -:18 -:15 Newport River +:44 +1:02 New River Inlet -:10 -:11

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Atlantic Beach Bridge +:22 +:34 Beaufort Inlet -:19 -:17 Bogue Inlet -:13 -:13 Cape Lookout -:43 -:49 Core Creek Bridge +1:00 +1:19 Drum Inlet -:29 -:31 Duke Marine Lab +:16 +:12 Ft. Macon USCG -:09 -:10 Harkers Island +1.26 +2:06 Harkers Island Bridge +1:42 +2:04 Hatteras Inlet -:18 -:15 Newport River +:44 +1:02 New River Inlet -:10 -:11

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Sat. 3: Underwater Treasure Hunt. 9am. Join Discovery Diving for its annual treasure hunt and pig pickin’ on Radio Island. Divers will be able to search for prizes along the shore and families can enjoy the show from the beach.

Details: 252-728-2265 3, 17, 31: Races – Carteret County Speedway.

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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 competition. Details: abkingmack.com.

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

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9-11: 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.

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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.

free concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Performance by The Embers.

Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com or 252-808-0440.

Mon. 17: 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.

Sat. 10: Crystal Coast Country Club Wine Dinner.

6:30pm. The Beaufort Wine & Food Festival and Beau Coast team up with a winemaker and chef for a perfectly paired wine dinner at the Crystal Coast Country Club. Tickets are $125 per person. All proceeds help the organization support area nonprofits. Details: beaufortwineandfood.org.

21-24: Swansboro Five-O King Mackerel Tournament. This annual fishing tournament brings fisherman around the state to help raise money for scholarships and a variety of nonprofits. Cash prizes in a variety of categories. Details: swansboro50.com.

Sat. 17: Diamond City Gala Art & Music Festival.

Noon-10pm. Enjoy music and art at MLK Park, Morehead City. Details: diamondcitygala.com.

Wahoo Challenge. 5am. This one day, just for fun tournament, benefits the Crystal Coast Hospice House. Boats depart at 5m and return for weigh-in along the Morehead City waterfront. Details: thewahoochallenge@gmail. com.

Thur. 15: Alive at Five. 5pm. Join the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association for a

23-24: Tuna Run 200. An amazing, overnight relay adventure covering 200 scenic miles that finishes at the beach, allowing runners to enjoy tuna and choice of beverage after their hard work. The run begins in Raleigh and Trenton and finishes in Atlantic Beach. Teams are generally made up of 4 to 12 people who split 36 legs. Details: www.tunarun200.com.

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he issues we face on the Atlantic Beach Causeway are easily distilled by looking at one piece of property – the site of the former Channel Marker Restaurant. Not only is this site the first one you see when arriving in Atlantic Beach, it is a good example of what many parcels on the Causeway will face as they redevelop.

The Channel Marker site has been home to a restaurant for decades. The Channel Marker was an icon on the local restaurant scene for years and prior to that, the site was home to Fleming’s Restaurant. With a restaurant anchoring that end of the Causeway, those arriving in Atlantic Beach were given a good first impression – a restaurant with an amazing view and patrons arriving by boat.

But, like many buildings in town, the Channel Marker was severely damaged by Hurricane Florence and the owners made the difficult decision to demolish the building. We all learned that the state’s modern regulations regarding septic tanks essentially prohibit redeveloping the site as a restaurant, or any other commercial use.

There is, however, a provision in the state’s septic tank rules would allow for the redevelopment of the site into a few single-family homes.

The issue we face with the Channel Marker and much of the Causeway is as follows. If we want to maintain the commercial character of the Causeway, and most of our Commercial Corridor Zone, we must provide a centralized wastewater option. If we choose

not to provide sewer infrastructure, most commercial properties will likely be redeveloped into residential uses in the future.

The choice is clear to me. We should provide the infrastructure needed to support a quality redevelopment of our Commercial Corridor Zone to ensure that we maintain a vibrant business district in town now into the future.

We are developing a plan that would provide a limited amount of sewer capacity to the Commercial Corridor Zone. This zone consists of the Causeway and parts of Fort Macon Road just to the east and west of the Causeway. Our plan has three key elements. First, there will be a limited amount of capacity and it will only be allocated to the Commercial Corridor Zone. Second, the cost of the project will be paid for solely by those in the commercial zones with access to the infrastructure. Third, we will impose strict development controls to ensure the area redevelops into an attractive mixed-use district that retains its commercial character.

In speaking with one of the owners of the Channel Marker about this, I’ve learned that there is a good chance a restaurant will go back on the site if there is sewer service. Without that infrastructure, the only option would be residential. The Showboat and all the properties on the east side of the Causeway are similarly affected.

If we want to maintain our business district, we must do what most towns do –provide appropriate infrastructure.

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In response to feedback from the Atlantic Beach Town Council’s Annual Retreat and inspiration from our sister city Atlantic Beach, FL, we have launched a new Beach Clean-Up Program in AB! Through a partnership with Crystal Coast Waterkeeper, signage and beach clean-up baskets have been installed at each of our 22 beach accesses. These baskets provide an opportunity for beach walkers to collect trash and dispose of it in an appropriate container. The signage posted features a QR code to allow visitors to directly download NOAA’s Marine Debris Tracker app.

The Marine Debris Tracker mobile app, originating in 2010, is a joint initiative between the NOAA Marine Debris Program and the Southeast Atlantic Marine Debris Initiative (SEA-MDI), run out of the University of Georgia College of Engineering. The tracker app allows you to help make a difference by checking in when you find trash along our coastlines and waterways. This tool is a great way to get involved in local and global data collection, and it allows for the identification of trash “hot spots” along our coastline.

Since the program’s launch in July, the Town has received an outpouring of positive responses! The program has been featured by multiple media outlets including Spectrum News, WCTI, WNCT & various newspapers. Multiple municipalities have contacted the town for program details, and Biscayne National Park plans to model their clean-up initiative after Atlantic Beach.

On your next beach walk, be sure to utilize a basket and post a photo using #TrashFreeAB!

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Eventually, the procrastination will build up and the tasks would become too numerous to complete. This advice has stayed with me since then, albeit there have been times I turned a blind eye to it!

In December, during the holidays, I hear “I will get in shape in January,” “I will start the first of the year eating better,” “The holidays are not a good time for me to start anything.” My response is always “Don’t wait until tomorrow, what you can start today.”

Making small changes gradually over time leads to the greatest success. I have worked with hundreds of clients over the years and consistently the greatest outcomes come from the small changes. Perhaps decreasing your soda intake by one a day, or striving to have a breakfast full of wonderful nutrients, then move to lunch and eventually dinner. Collectively these small improvements will allow for success to follow without feeling deprived.

Clients that come in wanting to change all the unhealthy habits

in their life at one time, typically fail. Yes, I said fail. If they are successful, it is short lived with maybe a week or a month of change before the unhealthy habits start creeping back in.

Healthy living is an acquired lifestyle. It can’t be done in an hour, day, week or month. But it can be developed over those hours, days, weeks and months. What I am saying is each moment matters. The next meal matters, so don’t wait to start on Monday, or January, or after an event; start now! Challenge yourself to pick five habits you want to change: sugar or salt intake, unhealthy breakfast, not eating until dinner, soda intake, lack of physical activity or exercise, etc.

When you make your five choices, write an achievable goal for each with a specific time frame. For example: “I will decrease my soda intake by 1 each day for two weeks.” If you are successful for two weeks, increase the goal to 2 sodas, and so on. Over time you have changed a habit that will make a huge impact in your healthy living goals and you didn’t even notice!

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o two women are the same. But when it comes to breast cancer, women from all walks of life share various risk factors for a disease that the World Health Organization indicates is the most frequent cancer among women.

Risk factors are anything that affects the likelihood that individuals will get a certain disease. In regard to breast cancer, the American Breast Cancer Foundation (ABCF) notes that various factors, some that result from lifestyle choices and others that are not changeable, can increase a woman’s risk of developing the disease. Recognizing these risk factors can help women make any necessary changes and even highlight the importance of routine cancer screenings that can detect the presence of the disease in its earliest, most treatable stages.

Lifestyle-related risk factors The ABCF notes that certain habits or behaviors can increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer. But the good news is that women who understand the link between certain habits or behaviors and breast cancer can avoid those behaviors to decrease their risk of developing the disease. According to breastcancer.org, the following behaviors and lifestyle choices that can increase a woman’s risk for breast cancer.

Alcohol consumption: Breastcancer.org notes that researchers have uncovered links between the consumption of alcoholic beverages and hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer. One study found that women who consume three alcoholic beverages per week have a 15 percent higher risk of developing breast cancer than women who don’t drink at all. And while research into the connection is limited, a 2009 study found a link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer recurrence.

Sedentary lifestyle: Exercise consumes and controls blood sugar and limits blood levels of insulin growth factor. That’s an important

connection, as insulin growth factor can affect how breast cells grow and behave. A sedentary lifestyle also can increase a woman’s risk of being obese, which the ABCF notes is a risk factor for breast cancer among postmenopausal women.

Smoking: Smoking has long been linked to cancer, and Breastcancer.org notes that smoking has been linked to a higher risk of breast cancer in younger, premenopausal women.

Unchangeable risk factors Unfortunately, many risk factors for breast cancer are beyond women’s control. For example, the ABCF notes that roughly two out of three invasive breast cancers occur in women age 55 and older. Women cannot change their ages, but recognizing the link between age and breast cancer risk is important, as such a recognition may compel more women 55 and older to prioritize cancer screening.

Gender and family history are two additional unchangeable risk factors for breast cancer. Women are much more likely to get breast cancer than men. In addition, breastcancer.org notes that between 5 and 10 percent of breast cancers are believed to be caused by abnormal genes that are passed from parent to child.

Women are not helpless in the fight against breast cancer. Knowledge of breast cancer, including its various risk factors, is a great weapon against it as women look to reduce their risk of developing the disease.

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Women diagnosed with breast cancer who want to speak with someone who has survived the disease can do so thanks to a unique program sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

The Reach to Recovery program from the ACS connects current cancer patients with breast cancer survivors via an online chat.

Patients, regardless of where they are in their cancer journeys, can connect with volunteers for one-on-one support. Volunteers can help patients cope with treatment and side effects while also offering advice on speaking with friends and family, working while receiving treatment and more. Even people facing a possible breast cancer diagnosis can sign up. The program works by asking patients and volunteers to join the program and create profiles on the Reach to Recovery website (www.reach.cancer. org). Patients then look for a match by searching volunteer profiles, filtering through suggested matches and sending an online chat request to volunteers. Patients and volunteers can then schedule a chat and discuss any concerns patients may have. Volunteers with the Reach to Recovery program are breast cancer survivors who have been trained by the ACS to provide peer-to-peer support to people facing a breast cancer diagnosis.

Volunteers can provide support to patients, but are prohibited from offering medical advice. More information about the Reach to Recovery program, including how to join as a patient or volunteer, is available at www.reach.cancer.org.

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The Exiles

By Christina Baker Kline Charles Dickens is alive writing under the name Christina Baker Kline. Her latest novel, “The Exiles,” is set in the 1840s in London and Australia and reads like one written by the master in his day. Kline’s previous novels, including “Orphan Train,” achieved best-seller status. This one is destined to gain that support.

This well researched and well written novel is historical fiction at its best.

This is the story of three young women who find themselves exiled from all they knew before.

Evangeline is a governess, Hazel a street girl, and Mathinna an aborigine. Each of them faces great hardship and oppression.

Their lives intertwine as the story progresses. Evangeline and Hazel are sent from England to Australia as convicts sentenced to a life in exile. Mathinna is taken from her home island to be civilized by a governor’s wife.

“The Exiles” is a sweeping tale which draws the reader in from the beginning and invites one to travel a great distance in both interest and emotion. The historical and geographical details are educational and revealing. This is fiction with a strong nonfiction undercurrent. The repurposed slave ship which transports the convict women is true to the accounts of the journeys many made across the ocean from England to Australia, some as prisoners sentenced to a harsh life in a new place. The author’s imagination brings into vivid detail the misery forced on the three girls.

Then there is the surprise twist Kline interjects into the story which causes pause for the reader and requires an adjustment in appraisal of the situation. The novel turns on one scene as the fortunes of some are dramatically changed. The pervasive feeling that life is unfair is exponentially raised. The characters must pivot to a new reality. The possibility of freedom for some becomes the new hope.

This is a powerful story of struggle met with tenacity and grit.

It carries readers off to new worlds and introduces compelling characters. These are the essentials for historical fiction and a great novel. Kline is a skillful writer who knows well how to draw you into her settings and narratives. Those who took the journey with her on the “Orphan Train” will want to come aboard the ship Medea as it delivers its cargo to the down under.

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mpromptu salads and tomato sandwiches have gone away with summer to be replaced by hearty squashes and root vegetables.

Think about changing your wine wardrobe to match the sturdier foods and cooler temperatures of the fall season. These red wines are sweater and shorts wines. Don’t give up the fruits of summer (the shorts), but add a little heft for the cool (the sweater).

Today’s Lambrusco isn’t the sweet Cold-Duck-esque Lambrusco of the seventies and eighties. These dry wines are fizzy with blackberry, raspberry and baking spices notes. They are the perfect pairing for a charcuterie and cheese board or a sub from the local shop. Buy Italian, and expect to drop around twenty for a bottle of best fizz. Villa di Carlo Lambrusco Grasparossa $18.

If you can’t bear the thought of life without rosé, drink Tavel. These rosés from France’s Southern Rhone are built for a red wine drinker.

They show intensely dark and rich flavors of cherries, strawberries, herbs and rhubarb. Their flavors and the hefty structure from this warm region will stand up to even steak. Don’t fear aging these darkcolored wines either. They’ll hold their body and fruit for few years.

Château de Ségriès Tavel $25.

Rioja’s Tempranillo-based wines offer Grenache-like fruit and a tannin structure like Cabernet Sauvignon. Many of these Spanish wines have already been aged for you since their Denominación de Origen rules hinge on oak aging. This aging softens harsh tannins into a silky mouthfeel. Riojas offer the perfect pairing to a dinner of grilled lamb chops and roasted sweet potatoes. Muga Rioja Reserva 2016 $33.

For the fruit forward wine lover, Malbec is the way to go. Malbec has less pronounced tannins than Cabernet Sauvignon and is lighter in weight than Merlot. This works well with the medium weight foods of fall. It won’t overpower turkey, will complement steak fish, and yet handle a hamburger with ease. Select a slightly pricier bottle to show the grape at its best. Viña Cobos Felino Malbec $19.

Diehards for the tried and true could stick with Pinot Noir. Pinot’s smooth fruit and smoky spice are reminiscent of a campfire on a cool evening. The grape’s earthiness mimics the heartiness of pumpkins, mushrooms, and savory root vegetables. Oregon is the current darling because its cooler climate highlights these earthy notes. The Willamette Valley is Oregon’s Pinot epicenter. Illahe Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley $28.

So, at the end of a warm day, when the sun sets and a cool breeze blows, reach for medium weight reds with less tannins. You need a jacket, not a parka. Let the color of the leaves and the smell of a walk in the woods be your flavor guide. Choose muted, smoky fruit aromas and flavors. There will soon be time for the big, burly wines; winter is coming.

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at the aquarium N.C. Aquariums Welcome Guests Back Following North Carolina’s move into Safer at Home Phase 2.5, the N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores are excited to announce that they will welcome guests back with some new procedures in place to help ensure the safety of guests and staff.

“We can’t wait to be able to do what we do best, which is share the truly astounding animals and habitats we care for,” said Maylon White, N.C. Aquariums director. “The public is a key component in our mission of education and inspiration, and we’ll be so happy to have them back.”

All three aquariums will once again be open for visitation, with some adjustments in order to provide the safest possible environment for guests, staff and animals.

Aquarium admission will be available online only at ncaquariums. com, and guests will reserve their tickets for specific arrival times.

This will allow the aquariums to best provide a safe and enjoyable visit by reducing overall building capacity. Also, in accordance with Executive Order 163, both guests and employees will need to wear face coverings and maintain social distancing.

Although the governor’s announcement allowed for facilities like museums, playgrounds and gyms to reopen at limited capacity

after Sept. 4, the aquariums took an extra week to perform important tasks like bringing back staff and preparing the grounds prior to opening.

“There is a lot of work we need to do to make sure everything runs smoothly after being closed to the public for this long,” White said. “We want the experience to be a great one.”

Though the N.C. Aquariums closed to the public on March 17 as part of the statewide effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, aquarium staff have continued to provide for the health and wellbeing of animals in its care. To see more about the N.C. Aquariums and how they will be welcoming back visitors, go to ncaquariums. com

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Beaufort Town Hall is 'Art Appreciation Destination' For 80 years, the public art on display inside the building on the corner of Front and Pollock streets in Beaufort has remained relatively overlooked and undetected by visitors to this seaside town.

Within the lobby of the Beaufort Town Hall are four jumbo-sized murals depicting Carteret County’s rich maritime heritage. They were hung in 1940 and painted by Simka Simkhovitch.

He was a famous artist who had moved to America from Russia in 1924 at age 39 and became U.S. citizen. His painting style was described as “contemporary impressionism.”

Town Hall formerly was Beaufort’s post office. As such, the building was “eligible” for one of the “art projects” associated with the “New Deal,” which were rolled out under President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Within the U.S. Treasury, a “Section of Fine Arts” was created in 1938. Its purpose was “to secure for the government the best art” that the “country is capable of producing…for the decoration of federally owned structures and hundreds of post offices around the country.”

The project was also viewed “as a relief measure to sustain about 10,000 artists and artisans” by providing them with work.

Wiley Higgins Taylor Sr. became Beaufort’s postmaster in 1933.

He was a “mover and shaker” within the town. Soon, work began to construct an expansive new post office building to replace the small one that existed in the downtown district.

Taylor asked for some of that New Deal artwork money to come to Beaufort, so he could hang original paintings on the walls of his new post office building. It had just opened in 1937. Uncle Sam said “yes.”

Taylor wanted Simkhovitch. The postmaster offered him $1,900 to take the job. Deal.

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The government required each artist to select a theme “appropriate to the tastes and interests of the public who will use that building.”

Wiley Taylor was born on a farm in Bettie and worked on the mailboat that traveled from Beaufort to Ocracoke. Taylor’s Down East Carteret County roots are clearly reflected in Simkhovitch’s four paintings.

His main mural is a scene from the rescue efforts associated with wreck of the Crissie Wright. The three-masted schooner ran ashore off Shackleford near Wade Shore on a bitterly cold night – Jan. 11, 1886.

Whaling crews prepared to go out, but mountainous waves prevented them from launching their boats.

“They built a large fire on shore to signal the Crissie Wright’s crew of six that they would come to the rescue when nature so obliged,” said Carteret County historian Rodney Kemp.

Two men were swept overboard and lost at sea. The next day, the rescuers attempted to save the other four. All but one perished.

The crew is memorialized with a marker in Beaufort’s Old Burying Ground.

“The Crissie Wright is historically significant, because the publicity from this tragic event helped encourage the building of U.S. LifeSaving Stations in Carteret County, beginning in 1888,” Kemp said.

About 35 post offices in North Carolina were included in the “New Deal” paintings project, but Beaufort may be the only place that got four paintings.

Historic Preservation Adds to Beaufort’s ‘Quality of Life’ Small town charm oozes from every pore in Beaufort…and historic preservation is a virtue within this community.

The late William J. Murtagh, who was the first keeper of the National Register of Historic Places, is credited with having once said: “Preservation engages the past in a conversation with the present over a mutual concern for the future.”

When Beaufort got a modern, new postal facility on the northern edge of town in 2010, townspeople fretted over what would become of the charming, old post office…and its famed murals.

The town government stepped up, in need for more office space itself. A deal was struck. The town agreed to buy the old post office building in 2011, and the murals would remain intact.

One of murals memorializes the giant, diamond-studded Cape Lookout Lighthouse that dates back to 1859. Its signal was visible 18 miles out to sea as the light revolved. The lighthouse is, far and away, the most iconic emblem that speaks to Carteret County’s maritime heritage and culture.

The connectivity grew even stronger when Beaufort officials forged a partnership with the National Park Service to share space at town hall, thereby creating Cape Lookout National Seashore’s Visitor Information Center in Beaufort.

The painting shows the mailboat, the Orville G, approaching the lighthouse under a threatening sky. The mailboat also carried freight and passengers, and was a way of life well into the 1950s.

Viewing the painting, one can sense the rocking sensation of the wooden boat, straining to trudge through rough waves to reach the lighthouse, which appears to be an island at sea.

The remaining two Beaufort murals are familiar Down East Carteret County scenes – “Sand Ponies” and “Goose Decoys.”

The artist painted a grouping of three of the wild horses he saw roaming freely over the “sand dunes and marshes of Beaufort in great numbers.” He also painted four full-body decoys, posing as Canadian geese with a fish net drying in the background.

Both scenes “depict the importance of the water and maritime life to the local economy,” commented Beaufort historian and artist Mary Warshaw.

A common element in both paintings is the inclusion of 1930s style telephone poles.

Within the archives of Cape Lookout National Seashore are

historical documents that indicate: “Telephone service was inaugurated between Cape Lookout and Beaufort in March 1898, but there were constant problems with downed poles and broken lines.”

“In the spring of 1917, work began on new telephone and telegraph lines” to the life-saving stations at Core Banks and Portsmouth that became part of the new U.S. Coast Guard in 1915. These lines ran across Shackleford and on into Beaufort, according to the National Park Service (NPS).

Telephone service to the new Coast Guard Station at Cape Lookout and the Lighthouse began in January 1918.

As for other utilities, the NPS said the Coast Guard station added “indoor plumbing” in the early 1920s.

The electric lights came on for the Coast Guard in 1922, but they were run by a gasoline- powered generator located on-site.

Life got complicated in September 1933, when a huge hurricane blew through and created a new inlet, severing the Shackleford section from Cape Lookout, knocking out power and telephone lines.

This new inlet became known as Barden Inlet, named after U.S. Rep. Graham Arthur “Hap” Barden of New Bern, who sponsored legislation to require that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers use dredging equipment to maintain the new channel.

Rep. Barden, a Democrat, served as a member of Congress from 1935-61. Initially, Rep. Barden was a strong supporter of “New Deal” legislation and once praised Franklin Roosevelt as “the greatest man to ever sit in the White House,” reported Dr. Will Schultz, a historian at Princeton (N.J.) University.

Rep. Barden’s “first concern was always his home district,” Dr. Schultz said. He helped bring Marine installations at Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point to his district, as the nation beefed up the fighting force in anticipation of World War II. Dr. Schultz wrote: “One reporter summed up Rep. Barden’s philosophy: ‘Anything that does not concern the Third District of North Carolina can’t be too important.’”

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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!)

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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.)

**Please note Fitness & Yoga classes may take place OUTDOORS due to COVID-19. For a current schedule and information regarding classes visit https://www.emeraldisle-nc.org/calendars

Special Events and Information Friday, Oct. 16: - American Red Cross Blood Drive. 2-7pm. Carteret County Chapter of the American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center from 2-7pm, 203 Leisure Lane. This Blood Drive is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule an appointment.

Around the County 13 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.

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

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

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~Emerald Tidings~ Randy’s Way Beach Access

Randy’s Way, a near 330foot public beach access walkway, is located at 9519 Ocean Drive in Emerald Isle. Following 4-weeks of construction, the access is fully rebuilt and open to the public.

Randy’s Way is a neighborhood access that includes a single handicap parking space and ADA compliant walkway. During its reconstruction, the wooden walkway was straightened and increased to a width of 6-feet. Additionally, the access was extended toward the ocean and now meets the sand at the recently nourished dune.

E.I. Fire Department – Cancer Awareness Tees on Sale

Cancer Awareness shirts are now on sale and are available solely through the online store and shipped directly to the purchaser. No sales of shirts will be conducted onsite. A unisex T-shirt along with a V-neck shirt are being offered this year! Check the town website to order yours!

All proceeds will support a local cancer charity in Carteret County. If there are any questions please send us a message, or email bmatthias@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Emerald Isle Beach Driving Program 2020/2021

Due to the impact of COVID-19 and the upcoming Phase III Beach Nourishment project, considerable thought has been given to the issuance of Beach Driving permits for 2020/2021.

At the time of publication, Beach Driving Permits have been made available. They can be purchased both online at and the Emerald Isle Police Department.

For everyone’s safety, no more than two customers are permitted inside the EIPD waiting area at the same time. The office is located at 7500 Emerald Drive and purchases can be made from 9am until 8pm Sunday-Thursday and from 9am until 10pm each Friday & Saturday A beach driving permit may be purchased online by visiting www.emeraldisle-nc.org/beach-driving or at the Emerald Isle Police Department.

Beach Nourishment Closures: For safety reasons, certain sections of Emerald Isle beaches must be closed during the 2020/2021 Beach Driving season. Closures are unavoidable, due to the construction of the estimated $40M Phase III Beach Nourishment project, which can only occur between November 16, 2020 and April 30, 2021.

The Town of Emerald Isle anticipates smaller/ defined sections of the beach to close, while those areas area being nourished.

Phase II Nourishment areas include the following sections of the Emerald Isle beach:  Between the Point and Lands’ End  Sea Dunes toward the Dog Leg  The far east end of Emerald Isle Authorized beach access ramps are located at the Ocean Drive “dog-leg” (near mile marker 15 on Hwy 58), at the end of Black Skimmer Drive (across from Police Department), and at The Point (at the terminus of Inlet Drive at Bogue Inlet).

Driving on primary dunes, as well as other vegetated areas, remains STRICTLY prohibited.

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until and including, the Sunday that occurs 7 days after Easter.

For 2021, beach driving will not be allowed at all from April 2-April 11, 2021.

Highly Important Disclaimer: By purchasing a 2020/2021 beach driving permit, permit holders understand that there will be no refunds or discounts provided due to beach closures of any kind. Closures may be caused by nourishment activities, beach conditions, and/or other unavoidable events.

Know the Golf Cart Rules

Golf carts are convenient to drive and quite plentiful on Emerald Isle. Please be aware of golf cart rules, if you plan to operate a cart on the island. Just a reminder that golf carts are not allowed to drive on Coast Guard Road, Hwy 58, on sidewalks or the bike/pedestrian path.

Golf carts can utilize legal vehicle parking spaces, plus any of the 100 plus identified golf cart parking spaces on the island.

Please respect local property owners, especially when parking near a public beach walkway access area. Golf carts should park in identified spaces only and not along the roadway or in a private yard/driveway.

For a list of local golf cart parking spaces, visit www. emeraldisle-nc.org/faq#golf-cartparking

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Emerald Isle Mayor Eddie Barber

Saying 'Goodbye' and Welcoming New Staff

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would like to take this opportunity to thank Rhonda Ferebee for her 20 years of service to our town. Rhonda joined our town staff in 2000 and since 2003, Rhonda served as the Town Clerk. Rhonda retired from her position of Tuesday, Sept. 8. We honored Rhonda at the Town Board Meeting on that date.

Rhonda was a special blessing to everyone in Emerald isle.

She did an outstanding job and she will be missed. I would like to personally thank Rhonda for her leadership and for all her help in assisting me. Rhonda, we will miss you and wish you only the best in your retirement. May God Bless you in your retirement years. Thanks for your leadership and for your friendship!

I am pleased to welcome Sarah Williams to our team as our new Town Clerk. Sarah is a native of Swansboro. For the past nine years she has served as the Town Clerk of Pine Knoll

Shores. I know Sarah will do a great job in the role. In the past month I have found Sarah to be very efficient and caring. I know she too will be an asset to our town. Welcome Sarah, we are glad you are working with the town.

October is one of my favorite months on the island. I love the cooler days and nights. It is a great time to walk on the beach, fish, collect shells and enjoy our beautiful sunsets. Enjoy this beautiful month and take time to enjoy each day!

Please stay safe and be sure to check on your neighbors and see if they need any help or assistance. I know the past six months have been challenging for all of us. If we all work together and stay safe we can beat Covid 19. I encourage you to wear your mask and to please be considerate of others. I remember my mother always telling me, “This too shall pass.”

May God Bless each of you!

~Emerald Tidings~ For a comprehensive update of golf cart rules, visit www. emeraldisle-nc.org/Data/Sites/1/media/police/golf-cart-summary--rules-and-regs-revised12012016.pdf

Hurricane Season isn’t Over - be Prepared!

The Town of Emerald Isle encountered major storms in 2018 and 2019. We are quite thankful that Hurricane Isaias (Aug. 3) did not bring substantial damage to the island, however, hurricane season is not over yet!

In the event we must evacuate, the town’s goal is to return residents, property owners and business owners back to the Island as quickly and safely as possible. The Hurricane Re-Entry Permit Program is a tool that facilitates that goal by (1) maximizing security and (2) providing authorized persons the quickest possible access to their properties.

The cost for a re-entry permit is $25. To purchase new (or additional permits), please call the Emerald Isle Police Department at 252-3542021. You can also complete the application process online at www. emeraldisle-nc.org/residential-application-for-disaster-re-entry-permit.

To learn more about the program, please view our Re-Entry Permit Program Guide at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/Data/Sites/1/media/pdfs/ re-entrypermitspolicy-revisedapril2020.pdf It is best to make sure you have your permanent permit on hand.

Please don’t wait until a storm is approaching to secure a re-entry permit, as lines will be long and town staff will also be busy preparing the town for potential hurricane impacts. Thanks for your cooperation!

Two Carteret County Bridges to Have Lane Closures

N.C. Department of Transportation contractors plan to close lanes on two Carteret County bridges throughout most of the off-season.

Beginning in September, the outer two lanes of the Atlantic Beach Bridge, connecting Morehead City and Atlantic Beach over the Bogue Sound, will close, as well as two lanes on the Emerald Isle bridge.

Contractors may close one of two lanes Monday through Friday 9am-3pm and Saturday and Sunday 7am-6pm. Contractors will use flaggers at the ends of the work zone to direct traffic.

The lane closures in both Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle will allow contractors to continue rehab work, which extends the life of the bridge. Drivers should expect lane closures on both bridges to last

through March 2021.

Motorists should use caution while crews are working and allow themselves more time than normal to reach their destinations.

For real-time travel information, visit DriveNC.gov or follow NCDOT on social media.

Please allow for additional time when traveling.

Phase III Beach Nourishment - Coming in 2021

Phase III of the post-Florence beach nourishment program is scheduled to occur between January and April 2021. The near $32 million contract will be completed by the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD) company, the same company that performed Phase I and Phase II of the nourishment along the Bogue Banks. The project is funded in part by FEMA, the State of North Carolina and Carteret County Beach Nourishment Reserves.

Please reference the map above. Segments marked in YELLOW identify the Phase III areas scheduled to be nourished in 2021.

E.I. Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K Canceled

In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the 7th annual Emerald Isle Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K is officially canceled.

Originally slated for March 2020, the race was postponed until Oct. 31 due to complications caused by COVID-19. To protect all race participants, volunteers, spectators and the Emerald Isle community, the Emerald Isle Marathon committee has made the difficult decision to forego the rescheduled race in its entirety.

“As we approach autumn, it is clear that COVID-19 continues to impact all aspects of our lives,” stated Candace Dooley, Emerald Isle Race Director. “Our goal was to hold a wonderful race in late October.

Yet, we cannot place our competitors or community at risk.”

Participant Options: We understand that this announcement is challenging, so we will offer the following options: 1- Automatic deferment to March 27, 2021 2- Full refund Current registrations will automatically be deferred to March 27, 2021. If you prefer a full race refund, please email emeraldislerun@ gmail.com. Due to a high volume of email traffic, please allow 7-10 days for a response.

Please join us March 2021 and make your dream a reality!

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Pine Knoll Shores Mayor John Brodman

Pine Knoll Shores Updates

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ere I am again, at the beginning of September trying to write something about current issues that won’t be read by anyone until October. I’m thinking Labor Day beach, barbeque, and beer while writing a column that will be read by people thinking about pumpkin spice. Fortunately, many things are underway, in the works so to speak, in spite of the virus.

When I wrote this column one month ago, the number of cases in Carteret County was approaching 400, and today (Sept. 3rd) they are approaching 550. The governor allowed us to move from Phase 2 to Phase 2.5 on September 5, and we are discussing the effects of that on how we make adjustments to the way we conduct town business. We are all waiting to see how the return to school works out for parents, children and businesses. Nevertheless, we are learning to cope, manage our affairs, and go about our business as best as we can. The past few months have been a time of introspection for many people, and some are learning that the judgements and perceptions we make about the things that bother us can often be worse than the things themselves. Lockdowns and social isolation can cause a loss of perspective.

We have learned to be flexible, but it can be difficult. For example, the Pine Knoll Shores (PKS) Parks and Recreation Committee (PARC), made up of volunteers, has sponsored a “Turkey Trot” every Thanksgiving morning for the last 10 years; a 5K (3-mile), fun run/ walk for families to get out and get some exercise before the big celebration of a plentiful harvest begins. The number of participants in our Turkey Trot grew steadily over the years until it exploded to over 500 people last year. What should we do now?

We don’t want to give-up on the tradition and the momentum we have achieved. Do we go ahead and schedule the event and tell people that it may be cancelled if the state-wide restrictions remain in place? Should we try to spread people out over a long stretch of the beach to walk the shoreline while respecting social-distancing?

Should we stagger the start times? Should we do a “virtual” turkey trot, where people pick their own time and place? As of right now, it looks like we will try our best to have a turkey trot this year, but we just don’t know what form it will take, so stay tuned.

The PKS PARC is also planning the Fifth Annual PKS Fishing Tournament on Oct. 17, for all ages, for people living in Pine Knoll Shores, family members, second homeowners, grandchildren and town staff. This is an “inshore” tournament, known affectionately by its nickname as the “Little Rock.” Fishing begins at 6am, with a weigh-in at McNeil Park beginning at 4pm. Maybe Michael Jordan will show up?

Information on the Turkey Trot and the Fishing Tournament, along with registration forms can be found on the town’s website: townofpks.com.

As of July this year, Carteret County pulled out of the Tri-county (Carteret, Craven, and Pamlico) library system that we had been a part of since the 1960s. The county now runs its own library system, with changes in personnel and in the processes for borrowing and reserving books. The county’s five libraries remain closed to foot traffic because of the pandemic, but curbside pickup and drop-off are available on a reduced schedule that varies from place to place.

The Bogue Banks public library serves Atlantic Beach, Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach/Salter Path and much of Emerald Isle. It is more than books. It has served us as a community center, a meeting place, and a venue for art exhibits and special programs. It is a valued and valuable asset for our residents, second-homeowners, and visitors alike. A transition in the management of our library system is underway, and we have formed a committee of library patrons to work cooperatively with the Friends of the Library group, the Board of Trustees, and the new library management team in Beaufort to work out some transition details and protect our access to this valuable asset.

I would like to take a moment to welcome our new Town Clerk Charles Rocci, who joined us this summer after working here as an intern. Charlie grew up in Morehead City and graduated from UNCChapel Hill last spring. Charlie will be continuing his education while employed by working on a master’s degree in public administration part-time, online at UNC-Chapel Hill. Welcome aboard, Charlie.

Stay safe, and respect the virus.

Maritime Museum Reopens in Beaufort Two sites in the N.C. Maritime Museum system are now open to the public.

The N.C. Maritime Museum in Beaufort, along with its Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center, and the N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport have opened with some new procedures in place to help ensure the safety of staff and visitors, including: Limiting visitation at each site.

Closing some areas and programs, such as interactive exhibits, group tours and in-person educational programming.

Installing hand sanitizer stations and increasing the frequency of cleaning high touch public areas and restrooms.

Installing protective barriers at the information desk.

Requiring staff and visitors to wear cloth face masks as outlined in Executive Order 163.

“We look forward to welcoming the public back,” Joseph Schwarzer, the director of the N.C. Maritime Museum System, said.

“Things may be a little different than in the past, but the changes we’ve put in place are to prioritize the health and safety of our staff and visitors.”

Operating hours will be Monday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm in Beaufort and Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm in Southport. The Museum Store at the Beaufort site is currently open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 4pm.

The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras remains closed due to construction at the site. It is expected to open to the public Sept. 14.

Visitors are encouraged to follow the “Three Ws” as outlined by the N.C. Dept. of Health and Human Services: WEAR a cloth face mask; WAIT in line at least six feet away from others; and WASH hands frequently or use hand sanitizer. If you are experiencing symptoms of illness, we ask that you postpone your visit.

Keep up to date with museum plans by visiting NCMaritimeMuseums.com or following the sites on social media.

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Pine Knoll Shores Women's Club Beginning a New Year…

It’s October and autumn has arrived. The summer has passed and it’s time for change. No more sweltering, humid days and nights. Fall always brings a welcome change in our weather. The temperature becomes cooler, especially the nights.

Leaves on some of our trees change by turning into vibrant colors and falling to the ground. Losing their leaves helps trees get ready for winter so they can conserve their energy and need for water. In fact, a protective layer of cells grows over the area where the leaf dropped. Now the trees can rest all winter. Once spring arrives, they will be busy blooming leaves and some will have flowers thus giving the trees new life.

The Greek philosopher, Heraclitus once said “The only constant is change.”

Mother nature reminds us that we are similar to trees in that our bodies, minds and surroundings are always making changes. Change is a part of life.

When I think about the time many of us have spent during the last seven months being isolated, worrying, maybe feeling lonely and perhaps some even fearful, I think of this tree during the wintertime of its life. We’ve been resting and protecting ourselves by staying home. We don’t really understand everything about this virus and seem to be learning new things about it all the time. It’s scary if you have risk factors and many of us in the Women’s Club do. So, many of us have stayed home except for grocery and pharmacy trips, walking in the neighborhood, and maybe getting takeout. Some of us may not have even left our homes.

I feel like we are beginning to reach the springtime of our lives now with this Coronavirus. We may have to take steps backwards if the virus begins to spread again. In the meantime, we are starting to break out and blossom. You can see people venturing out to the beach and maybe some of us are going to restaurants and shopping. Life is slowly returning to what was normal for us. Pine Knoll Shores Women’s Club is also coming back to life!

We understand if you feel the need to continue staying home and not attending meetings. You need to take care of yourself.

For those of you who feel you are ready to venture out, we are going to start Women’s Club this month. We will be meeting at McNeil Park on October 23 beginning at 10am. Please wear your mask and bring a chair. We will not be serving any refreshments.

The officers for the 2020-2021 year will be installed during this meeting. Even though it will be different, we will still have fun. We are looking forward to seeing you!

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woman that lives or works in Pine Knoll Shores or any woman living or working on Bogue Banks or any surrounding community who is not served by another Women’s Club to join us. We look forward to seeing you.

(Information about the life cycle of trees is adapted from a posting dated November 8, 2017 on EarthSky by Deanna Conners, PhD, MS. Her expertise is in toxicology and environmental studies.)

JoAnne Ferguson

Pine Knoll Shores Garden Club The first meeting of the Pine Knoll Shores Garden Club was an outdoor event on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at McNeill Park. Members brought their own chair and snack and wore pretty masks. Despite having to socially distance, we were all happy to finally see one another.

Co-presidents Kathy Blowers and Gina Harris called the meeting to order. Yearbooks were distributed as well as wreath order forms for our Christmas wreath sale. (Yes, Christmas!). Cosecond vice presidents, Linda Pearson and Arlene Terrell talked about the programs that have been set up for this year. Co-first vice-presidents Lisa Park and Toni Cox discussed the garden assignments and the role of captains.

Next month’s meeting is a workday in our gardens. We plan to spread mulch and pine straw to ready the beds for winter. Please be sure to wear your vests and bring your tools on Wednesday, Oct. 14. Members will meet at McNeill Park first and return there for lunch. During lunch, the speaker will be Sunshine Williams, a flower show judge, to demonstrate flower arranging and offer tips for doing a flower show.

The Pine Knoll Shores Garden Club will be offering Christmas wreaths for sale again this year. Orders must be placed by November 11. They will be delivered to town hall to be picked up Wednesday, Dec. 2, between 10am and noon. These lovely wreaths of mixed greens last well past the Christmas season and are a perfect size for your front door. For further information, call Sheryl Woodbury at 726-9746 or Kay Howe at 240-0987.

Make your check payable to PKS Garden Club and send it with the order form to Sheryl Woodbury, P.O. Box 3125, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 or to Kay Howe, P.O. Box 3130, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512.

Please see us on Facebook, PineKnollShoresGardenClub.

If you should have any questions or need information, please email PKSGardenClub@gmail.com. We welcome guests to our meetings, so come grow with us!

Jean McDanal

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October 2020

Swansboro Parks & Recreation

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.

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Fitness Programs Pound Fitness Class. Saturdays, 9-10am: Come get fit with Ripstix! Start your new year's off right and join us at the Swansboro Recreation Center for our 5-week Pound fitness class with OFFICIAL POUND Instructor Karen Daly. Pound is a fun, total body workout that fuses the best strength training, Pilates, and cardio moves through drumming exercise. This program is appropriate for all fitness levels, age 13+, men and women, $6 per individual session.

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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Special Events and Information

Friday, Oct. 2: Girls Rec Night. 5:30-8:30pm. Join us for an all-girls night of recreation and fun. This FREE program is designed to allow girls ages 11-17 to socialize, practice team building, learn about careers and develop plans to have successful futures and become leaders in their local communities.

Oct. 3-11: Swansboro Mullet Run – Virtual 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run. Join Swansboro Parks and Recreation for a Virtual 5K or a 1-Mile Fun Run to help celebrate Mullet Festival. The run is completely up to you and on your own time, but must be completed before October 11. This is a family fun run and is open to all ages. Registration is $20.

Race packets can be picked up at the Swansboro Recreation Center. Register for this event, please visit: runsignup.com/Race/NC/Anytown/SwansboroMulletRun Monday, Oct. 5: Mullet Resin Pour. 2:30-4:30 or 5:30-7:30pm. It’s Mullet week! Join us at the Swansboro Recreation Center for a Mullet Resin Pour art class. We will be pouring resin over a wooden mullet fish cut-out and decorating it with dripped ink colors with instructor Carla Paschal from the Wild Child Art Studio. This class will cover how to mix resin while incorporating powders, inks and additives to create brilliant colors into your own amazing abstract art. This class is for beginners wanting to learn resin pouring techniques. All supplies will be provided for the class. Registration is $50.

Monday, Oct. 12: Blood Drive. 3-7pm. Swansboro Parks and Recreation will be hosting an American Red Cross blood drive. Donors must sign up in advance online, at www.redcross.org/give-blood or stop by 830 Main St Ext., or call 910-326-2600 Tuesday, Oct. 13: Autumn Wreath Making Class. 5:30-7:30pm. Spruce up your home with a seasonal autumn wreath. Learn how to make simple and inexpensive wreaths to decorate with throughout the year. The class is $20; all supplies included. Online registration required by October 13, call to sign up after the registration deadline date.

For more information, call 910-326-2600 or come by the Swansboro Recreation Center.

Oct. 17-18: Paddle Tour: Roanoke River Paddle & Overnight Camping Trip. Depart at 7am, return 5pm for this Pogie’s Fishing Center overnight camping and paddling trip up to the Roanoke River. Around 15 miles of paddling, all kayaks and equipment provided, transportation provided, primitive camping. Lunch and dinner provided on Saturday night at the campgrounds. Participants will camp on the platforms on the river after an all -day paddle from the River Landing Platform near Williamston through Devil’s Gut. For pricing and more information please contact us at (910) 326-2600.

Thursday, Oct. 22: Fall Paint & Sip. 6-8pm. Calling all adult painters and wine aficionados! Bring your own wine/beer to sip on while creating a fall themed canvas painting using acrylic paints. The program is for adults only (21+) and all supplies for the class will be provided. Fall snacks and hot apple cider provided. Program registration is $30 per person.

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Julia Batten Wax Owner, Emerald Isle Realty

Vacation Rentals are Having Their Moment

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n the Crystal Coast the beautiful weeks of early fall usually mean a return to the quiet season on the island. After Labor Day, all our summer beach visitors return to their homes and to the demands of work and another school year for the children. Since 2020 is a year like no other, this fall will be different in every way also. Even this early in the season, September and October are on track to have the highest bookings ever in our 60-year history on the island. We are close to full occupancy for the fall in the beach homes we manage.

The newest trends for travelers during this year of COVID-19 is “flexcation.” From a recent Vacation Rental Managers Association newsletter, “Flexcations are an emerging travel trend that allows families to rent homes later in August, September and October for extended periods of time.” For those whose summer plans were not possible, they are now considering taking a “flexcation.” Most interesting of all, these are not vacations in the truest sense because Mom and Dad are teleworking while their school age children are logged in for their on-line, virtual schooling. The bonus is instead of being stuck in Suburbia, USA or metropolitan areas deemed hot spots because of the surging number of coronavirus cases, they are able to enjoy early morning walks on the beach and afternoon swims when work and school are over. The new bragging rights during Zoom meetings go for the business associate whose Zoom background is actually the beach, not just a photo from last year’s vacation.

As the owner of a beach home, what’s in it for you and what do you need to know in regards to vacation rentals having their moment?

If you usually take your home off the market during the slow season, consider that this year it may be worthwhile to ask your property manager how much revenue you might gain through weekly and monthly rentals for teleworking families.

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– but consider putting your home into a one-week shutdown for deep cleaning and maintenance in October. Your vacation rental home has been through a very strong summer season and needs to be refreshed before continuing rentals through late fall and into the holiday rental season. We are predicting strong Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s rentals and your guests will expect a freshly cleaned and maintained home.

This year is different also for property managers who are hosting rental guests who are stressed from dealing with the uncertainties of COVID-19. It has been our most demanding year for customer service and your help is invaluable by working with your property manager to ensure your home has strong WiFi internet service, smart TVs and working appliances. During the week you shut down for maintenance in October is a good time to address any deferred upgrades you have been planning.

Will this welcome trend for vacation rentals last? For now, we are seen as a better option than hotels because travelers want to feel in control of their environment, step onto an ocean side deck and breathe in the fresh sea breeze. In a vacation rental they can cocoon with their family or friends in their “social bubble” and never have to dine out because of your well stocked kitchen. At least for 2021 and hopefully for many years to come, we anticipate these strong booking trends for vacation rentals will continue. One thing we know for certain, we have very successfully introduced vacation rentals to an entire new segment of travelers in 2020 and they have already rebooked their beach home for the “same time, same place” for next year. It’s happy news indeed; vacation rentals are having their moment and we’ve found a whole new group of travelers to fall in love with your beach home.

Julia Batten Wax Broker/Owner, Emerald Isle Realty jwax@EIRealty.com

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Work Continues During Fall & Winter

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he 2020 nesting season is over, but the Board of Directors and the Nest Response Team will have work to do through fall, winter and spring. Reports will come in for injured/ stranded or deceased turtles throughout those seasons and care must be given to the turtles and reports must be completed and sent to state officials. Board members meet each month, yearround, making important decisions about finances and allocation of funds.

The sea turtles that become injured/stranded come in all sizes. Some are reported because they’ve been hooked at the pier.

NRTs report to the scene to either remove the hook or transport the turtle for treatment. PLEASE don’t just cut the fishing line and throw the turtle back into the water with the hook still in it ... it could lead to the turtle dying! Some turtles are reported because they are found washed up by the surf.

Sea turtles on Atlantic Ocean beaches don’t come out of the water except to nest or if they are sick or deceased. In the fall, during the first cold snap in the weather, sea turtles can get cold stunned. Sea turtles that are cold stunned wash onto the beach and appear to be deceased. Any time you see a sea turtle on the sand in Emerald Isle, please call the nonemergency police number and report it. Cold stunned sea turtles can be saved, so please call it in.

We are lucky here on the Crystal Coast because we have access to some awesome treatment options for our “flippered” friends.

The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, CMAST (Center for Marine Sciences and Technology) and Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in Surf City take excellent care of these creatures in need.

Occasionally, but thankfully not too often, deceased sea turtles wash ashore. Many are injured due to boat strikes or swallowing plastic bags, etc. and don’t survive. When dead turtles wash onto the beach, NRTs report to handle the burial of the turtle. Small to medium turtle carcasses will be buried on the edge of a nearby dune. Large carcasses will require the help of the town services and a backhoe. We are very grateful to the town for their support in these cases.

This cold stunned sea turtle was rescued on the beach in Emerald Isle a few months ago.

An NRT transported it to CMAST to be stabilized. The following day, two NRTs transported it to the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue.

We’re delighted to report this sea turtle is alive and recovering there. It looks so much better with all the barnacles removed.

Board of Directors All 327 of us in the EISTP are VOLUNTEERS. Our passion for sea turtles leads us to do everything we can to save these lovely creatures. You can count yourself extremely lucky if you get to see a female sea turtle lumber out of water and awkwardly drag herself up the sand to lay a clutch of eggs. Once you witness hatchlings emerge from the nest and scurry towards the waves, you will never forget that sense of wonder and excitement. Seeing either or both of these events will make you understand why we love all things sea turtle!

The sea turtle program is a 501(c)(3) charity, so donations are tax deductible. Every dollar of our operating expenses must be covered by donations. Income from these donations cover supplies (which include gloves, masks, stakes, rope, caution/safety tape, buckets to transport hatchlings), signs for nest posts and the purchase of our mascot Emmie for community events (such as the Christmas parade, St. Patrick’s Day Festival and school presentations).

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We want to thank the dedicated volunteers on our Board.

President - Dale Baquer Treasurer - Pete Dodson Secretary - Rich Mackesy Member at Large - Heather Keever Member at Large - Cyndy Lindsey A special thanks to all our devoted volunteers who freely give of their time to make our program so successful. Thanks too to the public who supports us via donations for shirts, memorial gifts and fund raisers ... we couldn’t do this without you.

You can keep current with our activities thru our website; eiseaturtlepatrol.org.

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Covid Caught the N.C. Seafood Festival The NC Seafood Festival along with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and The Produce Box, have created the perfect experience for festival fans and seafood lovers. The award-winning event – Cooking with the Chefs – can be experienced in your own kitchen. Purchasing the Cooking with the Chef’s Box not only helps to support the festival but offers beautifully curated meals by North Carolina chefs, some that have actually cooked in the tent previously, like Chef Keith Rhodes of Catch Restaurant, whose entire business is based on cooking with local ingredients.

Part of the mission of the North Carolina Seafood Festival is to educate people about locally sourced fresh seafood. With the Chefs Box, the purchaser is given the tools on where to purchase North Carolina seafood near them. If they do not have a seafood market nearby, they can order their seafood from Inland Seafood who will deliver it to their door.

“We are thrilled to bring this opportunity to seafood lovers and festival fans so they can learn to cook their own seafood at home, said N.C. Seafood Festival Ex-

ecutive Director Stephanie McIntyre. “With this pandemic more people are cooking at home and seeking more seafood as their protein source. We want to reach out to help them understand where to source fresh North Carolina seafood, produce and unique artisan products – to totally cook like a North Carolinian.”

Each box contains the written recipe card and a QR code scanned with your smart phone that connects to a professional video of the chef cooking in their own kitchen. A small gift from the N.C. Department of Agriculture, N.C. Artisan products used in the recipe and the produce from N.C. Farmers.

Each recipe also comes with recommendations for a proper pairing of a North Carolina wine, distiller and beer to complement the meal. In keeping the festival feel alive, additional events are planned in October as well.

Festival Road races go virtual – Not one race but three are offered this year and you can do them on your own turf, or experience our race routes on your own or with a group of buddies! This year the festival is promoting a 5K, 10K and a half marathon – all runners receive a road race T-shirt and participation

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Vendor Marketplace – Support our festival vendors by shopping for that one of kind gift! You can find over 25 artisans and purchase directly from their sites.

The Seafood Festival always have the previous year’s collectable official North Carolina Seafood Festival Posters available online or in store, along with this years by Catherine Oleander. Learn more at www. ncseafoodfestiva.org for updates and information.

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Pumpkin Craving Tips & Tricks Toothy grins and a mesmerizing orange glow help make jacko’-lanterns a captivating part of Halloween. Pumpkin carving is an autumn tradition and runs the gamut of simple designs to intricate artwork. This year, with trick or treating uncertain, taking the time to carve a jack-o’-lantern can be a great way to keep traditions alive and bring some fun to the holiday.

Although anyone can grab a pumpkin and get started, when done correctly, jack-o’-lantern designs can last for several weeks.  Start with a fresh pumpkin. Look for pumpkins that have a thick, green stem. These usually are fresh and haven’t been handled much.

A thick stem also may indicate fleshier pumpkin walls that can be carved more easily. Avoid pumpkins that are soft or full of blemishes, or those that have dried, shriveled stems.  Cut a hole in the back. Rather than impeding the structural integrity of the pumpkin by cutting off the top and the stem for interior access, cut a hole in the back of the pumpkin. This will still make it easy to reach inside and clean out the pumpkin.  Scoop out the pulp and seeds. Be sure to thoroughly clean the inside of the pumpkin. Leaving the pulpy, stringy matter and seeds inside can cause the pumpkin to rot that much faster and produce a foul odor. Scoopers, spoons and even hand shovels can help.  Keep it cool. Heat can adversely affect carved pumpkins, so work in a cool area and store the pumpkin in a cold garage or refrigerator if you need a few extra days before displaying it. Also, carving experts suggest using an electric light inside rather than a candle; by using a candle, you’re essentially cooking the pumpkin from the inside.

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 Work in your lap. When carving faces or intricate designs, looking down onto the pumpkin provides more control.  Don’t cut all the way through. Many pumpkin designers end up shaving or scraping off the outer rind of the pumpkin, but leave a delicate orange film underneath. Light can still shine through, but the design will not collapse on itself as easily if you were to cut straight through the pumpkin wall. Experiment with different tools to achieve the desired look.  Maintain the freshness. Rubbing exposed areas of the pumpkin flesh with petroleum jelly may help keep the pumpkin moist. Some designs will last for a few days. However, since pumpkins are highly perishable, it’s wise to wait to carve until you’re ready to put your pumpkin on display.

Jack O' Lantern History The toothy grins of jack-o’-lanterns are as much a part of Halloween as candy corn and costumes. Even though these carved pumpkins have become synonymous with Halloween, the festive gourds weren’t always tied to the October holiday.

The history behind jack-o’-lanterns is not entirely known and like a lot of things, there are multiple origin stories. It’s safe to say, however, that people may have been making these carvings for centuries.

One tale traces the origin back to Ireland and a popular Irish myth.

According to History.com, the tradition involves a man nicknamed “Stingy Jack.” As the story goes, Stingy Jack invited the devil to share a drink with him. Being the cheapskate his name implies, Jack

didn’t want to pay for the drinks, and he convinced the devil to turn himself into a coin that Jack could use to buy the beverages. After the devil transformed, Stingy Jack instead pocketed the money and placed it next to a silver cross, which prevented the devil from changing back into his original form. Jack made the devil promise that should Jack die, he wouldn’t claim his soul. Eventually Jack freed the devil, but not before he tricked him again with another con.

When Stingy Jack eventually died, legend states God would not allow such a trickster and unsavory character into heaven. The devil could not claim Jack’s soul as promised, but he was upset by the tricks Jack had played. In turn, the devil then sent Jack off to wander the dark night infinitely with only a burning coal to light the path. Stingy Jack put the coal into a carved-out turnip and has been traversing the planet ever since. Irish storytellers first began to refer to Jack’s specter as “Jack of the Lantern.” Eventually the name was shortened to “Jack O’Lantern.”

There are other origin stories regarding jack-o’-lanterns. Some say the term originated in 17th century Britain, where it was often customary to call men whose names were unknown a common moniker like “Jack.” Night watchmen who carried lanterns might have been called “Jack with the lantern.”

Other theories connect jack-o’-lanterns to the Celtic pagan practice of hallowing out root vegetables and carving them with grotesque faces. Illuminated by coal or candles, these items served to ward off evil spirits. When settlers came from Europe to America, where turnips and other root vegetables were scarce, they used native pumpkins instead.

Jack-o’-lanterns are often seen lighting up the Halloween night.

There are various theories regarding the origins of the carved gourds. While the truth may never be fully known, it’s fun to learn about the various origin stories connected to this popular symbol of Halloween.

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Grits Country North Carolina is “grits country,” and the corn-based gastronomic delight is engrained in the culture and heritage of southern living. Do tell.

If you were born north of the Mason-Dixon Line but have relocated to one of the southern states … and hope to “fit in” … you have two options.

Either dig in and savor a big old bowl of creamy grits … or hush your mouth on this subject.

“I’m always sketchy of people who don’t like grits,” wrote Jaycee Ford, a contemporary author and a native of Louisiana.

Janis Owens of Marianna, Fla., who has published multiple cookbooks, offers a historical perspective: “Grits are hot; they are abundant, and they will by-gosh stick to your ribs. Give your farmhands (your children) cold cereal for breakfast and see how many rows they hoe. Make them a pot of grits and butter, and they’ll hoe till dinner and be glad to do it.”

Judy Peiser, co-founder and executive director of the Center for Southern Folklore in Memphis, Tenn., comments: “We Southerners grew up eating grits. Even today, they are still a staple of a Southerner’s diet, a tradition. I guess you could say that grits are the cement that holds the South together.”

Author Sid Kirchheimer of Floridana Beach, Fla., makes the point: “Like noodles and potatoes, grits are chameleons of the kitchen, a neutral food whose character changes depending on what is served with – or on – them.”

Grits were introduced into southern cooking when the Native Americans served pots of “grits to Sir Walter Raleigh’s men and the subsequent Jamestown colonists,” according to Ciera Jade-Henry, a student at the University of Hartford (Conn.) and a contributor to the Spoon University digital media platform.

Southern Living magazine tells us that the word “grits” actually comes from the Middle English word “gyrt.” It is the outer bran of any whole grain. The whole grain found in grits is corn – white, yellow or mixed.

Sheri Castle, a storyteller at Fearrington Village in Chatham County, says: “Grits double dare us to like them. When a freshly cooked pot of high-quality grits is dolled up with butter and enough salt, it’s easy to see why they’re peerless on a North Carolina plate. In the right hands, grits are full of promise and potential.

“A thriving gristmill was once a strong predictor of a growing local economy,” Castle said. “Community planners usually built gristmills before schools and churches. Townships bloomed around them, and roads radiated from their sites. A few historic water-powered gristmills still turn in our state.

“They’re often picturesque,” she said, “sitting alongside the millponds, swift creeks and natural waterfalls that turn their works.

Heavy millstones waltz the corn into grits to the tune of the babbling water.”

“When slowly simmered and attentively stirred, stone-ground grits are creamy, chewy, nutty, earthy and delicious,” Castle noted. “Instant grits often turn out insipid and … and there’s not enough cheese and hot sauce in the land to prop up that stuff.”

Christin Mahrlig of Fort Mill, S.C., creator of the Spicy Southern Kitchen blog, agrees. She said: “No self-respecting Southerner would eat … or serve … instant grits.

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colony when the mill was built.)

The Atkinson Mill is the only water powered grist mill still operating in the region. Free tours are available. Go to www.atkinsonmilling.com.

Help Yourself to a Creamy Bowl of ‘Health Food’ Grits are good for your health, especially if you exercise moderation in the addition of flavorings like butter, salt, sugar, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, honey, salsa or bourbon.

The nutritionists at the Carolina Country Store in Wilmington have rendered their opinion, and suggest cinnamon as an alternate additive to spice up any pot of grits.

(The following summary of comments on the Carolina Country Store website could and should be reviewed with one’s personal physician.

The listing is offered merely as good food for thought.)

Grits help build bigger muscles. “Grits are rich in leucine, an amino acid that triggers protein synthesis leading to muscle growth. Grits can be included in meals of the elderly who have trouble with muscle growth.” Additionally, athletes who substitute grits for oatmeal should see improved endurance, due to the high carbohydrate content of grits.

Grits help dieters lose weight. “With moderate calorie content, grits keep you feeling full for a long time. The iron component ensures your muscles get enough oxygen circulation, so you don’t get fatigued fast.”

“Grits help pregnant women acquire folates to block neural defects in the fetus, aiding in the development of the myelin sheath. This is a protective covering of nerves, which is important in the prevention of birth defects that can develop during the first few weeks of pregnancy.

Folates also help boost the immune system to help shield people from diseases like cancer.”

Grits contain vitamins B-1 and B-3 that help “regulate and optimize cardiovascular functions,” helping to prevent heart complications and important in treating insomnia and depression.

Grits contain vitamin B-6 that helps “prevent carpal tunnel, rheumatoid arthritis and vision problems such as macular degeneration.”

Grits contain vitamin E, which “acts as an antioxidant,” and is helpful in “fighting skin cancer.”

Marilyn Wright, who is a columnist at The Sampson Independent in Clinton has contributed an essay about grits to the NCpedia website, a unit of the State Library of North Carolina. She suggests that “grits are a great way to jumpstart the morning – a good energy food.”

Our State magazine calls grits “the unsung hero of southern cooking.

They may serve as a culinary sidekick rather than the star of the show.

Grits are the canvas on which a good meal is painted.”

Jocelyn Delk Adams of Chicago is the creator of the Grandbaby Cakes food blog, and she serves buttery grits for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, adding salmon croquettes, shrimp or short ribs.

Try grits with sausage, bacon, cheese, tomatoes, green onions, mushrooms or cauliflower.

Shrimp and grits were once called the “fishermen’s breakfast,” and if there were any grits left over, they could be fried up the next day, drizzled with maple syrup, and recycled as another breakfast dish.

Christin Mahrlig of Spicy Southern Kitchen says she cooks grits in her sleep.

“Put them in the slow cooker before you go to bed, and the next morning you have warm grits ready to go,” she promises.

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Wendie Gordon to Lilia HerreraAlvarado, 190 Morris Marina Road, & 331 Core Sound Loop Road, $32,500.

Mildred Gilgo to Michael Smith, 164 Morris Marina Road, $180,000.

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Ronald and Dorothy Sawyer to Dubose Custom Homes, LLC, 109 Bay Ridge Drive, $85,000.

Susan and Fred White, and Greg Self to Camelot East, LLC, 2401 W. Fort Macon Road, $90,000.

Lou Carpenter to Gregory Riley, 2401 W. Fort Macon Road, $95,000.

Susan Jackson and James Cook to Camelot East, LLC,2401 W. Fort Macon Road, $70,000.

Catherine and Robert Hoerner, and Sally and Jay Christman to Sally and Jay Christman, 104 Pelican Drive #E, $115,000.

Stephan and Kaye Bryan to Laura Hurt, 105 Sound Side Drive, $115,000.

Lorette and Jesse Branch, III to Dannette and Colston Beeson, 127 Old Causeway Road, $116,000.

Thomas and Joyce Wood to William and Kristine Andrews, and Valerie and William Fryczynski, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $154,000.

Stephane and Carolyn Simpson to Ricky and Kelly Cates, 2008 E. Fort Macon Road, $162,000.

Camille Boone to Kelly-Ann Evans, 121 Old Causeway Road, $163,500.

Kerry Anechiarico to Cassandra Bennett, 2008 E. Fort Macon Road, $169,000.

Robert and Frances Hutchinson to Jeffrey and Sherry Griffin, 301 E. Commerce Way Road, $187,000.

Michael and Gloria Montanaro to Dana and Gloria Shelley, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $188,000.

James and Marion Horton to Michael and Ashley Casstevens, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $195,000.

William and Catherine Etheridge to Anthony and Candita Philpott, 2008 E. Fort Macon Road, $199,000.

Harry Taylor, Jr. to Christopher and Michelle Geary, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $202,500.

Gaines Holdings, LLC to Philip Massey and Barbara Lancaster-Massey, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $220,000.

Harold and Elizabeth Halacheff to Matthew and Kristen Rittenmeyer, 101 Oak Forest Lane, $225,000.

Patricia Pollard to Jeannette Sugg,

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2308 W. Fort Macon Road #302H, $236,500.

Linda Chesson to Jack Armstrong and Danielle McNeillie, 1904 E. Fort Macon Road, $265,000.

Sharon and John Parks, Jr. to Jason and Rachel Fuller, and Margaret Underwood, 2800 W. Fort Macon Road #54, $300,000.

Gregory Barnes and Barbara Barnes to Andrew and Amy Hartsell, 1400 E. Fort Macon Road, $310,000.

Sheri and David Colquitt to Michael and Michelle Shildt, 2008 E. Fort Macon Road, $325,000.

JFT Properties, LLC to Leland and Linda Lee, 612 W. Fort Macon Road, $345,000.

Laura and Thomas Hurt to Lou and Cornelius Lassiter, Jr., 103 Dobbs St., $353,000.

David and Lori Messinger to Charles Foret, III, 311 E. Boardwalk Blvd., $380,000.

Scott and Tracie Hicks to Thomas Goodwin, II, 116 W. Bogue Sound Drive, $388,000.

Glenda and Edgar Moore, III to Trellis and Ricky Lasley, 409 & 411 Dobbs St., $400,000.

Thomas and Linda Ray to Mark and Nicole Lockman, 204 Asbury Ave. #A, $410,000.

John Okerson and Jayne Meisell to Kevin and Ashley Utz, 203 Ocean Blvd. #B, $420,000.

HSBC Bank USA to Anthony Dale Jones Enterprise’s, LLC,101 Sound Side Drive, $436,000.

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$725,000.

Susan and Wilson Stackhouse to Maxwell and Leigh Weaver, 128 Pond Drive, $760,000.

J.L.M. Real Estate, LLC to Steve and Roxanne Pittel, 201 Pond Drive, $832,000.

Reid Coyner to O. Temple Sloan, III, 607 Ocean Ridge Drive, $1,475,000.

Vanguard Ventures, LCC to Agree Limited Partnership, 2410 W. Fort Macon Road, $1,633,500.

Sally and Vonno Gudger, III, Jennette and Stephen Hufford, Elizabeth and Peter Fozzard, and Susan and John Hamilton to WMS Property Company, LLC, 415 Ocean Ridge Drive, $1,800,000.

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Naomi and Gene McClung to Donald and Paula Elliot, 102 Cupid Drive, $15,000.

Borden House 1768, LLC to Dennis Harrold, 305 Front St., $25,000.

Paul and Maria Tripp to Kurt Held, 270 Straits Point Road, $54,000.

James and Emily Graham, and Christopher and Shannon Graham to Gary and Blair Maas, 112 Crows Nest Circle, $55,000.

Elena Zagrebina to Croatan Investments, LLC,257 Tosto Road, $60,000.

Jedi Acquisitions Group, LLC to David and Jessica De La Fuente,1005 Crow Hill Road, $60,000.

Steven Dudley to Steven Dudley, 1847 Hwy 101, $67,000.

Jason and Amy Johnson to Daniel and Brittany Rackley, 112 Center Drive, $455,000.

Charles Wells and James Thompson to William and Samantha Rice, 270 Stewart Drive, $75,000.

KBDB Properties, LLC to Michael and Carrie Thomas, 1104 Ocean Ridge Drive, $506,000.

Conscience Bay, LLC to Darren Hilyer, 114 Town Creek Drive #A, $115,500.

Michael Cardone and Sydney Black to James and Jessica Evans, 103 Sound Side Drive, $545,000.

Norman and Carolyn Banks to Harley and Katherine Garrison, 206 Forest Knoll Drive, $535,000.

Blue Treasure, LLC to Streamline Developers, LLC,311 & 313 Sea Hawk St., $140,000.

Myra Johnson, and Betsy and Homer Bennett to Coleman and Lori Taylor, 121 Shell Landing Road, $140,000.

Ed and Jenny Modlin to John Okerson and Jayne Meisell, 205 W. Ocean Blvd., $590,000.

Edward and Barbara Myers, and William and Michelle Tickle to Jerry Stone, 2562 Lennoxville Road, $150,000.

Mary Rose and Charles Cooper, II to Troy Hagan and Paige Moye, 209 Sea Dreams Drive, $620,000.

Karen Magnus to Philip and Brenda Ross, 138 North Harbor Drive, $151,000.

Thomas and Allison Pasquesi to Allen and Susan Fisher, 101 Sea Dreams Drive, $671,500.

Julie Hardest, Sandra and Rudolph Taylor, and Paula Greer to Andre and Joanie Olivier, 2209 Lennoxville Road, $185,000.

Edgar and Melanie White to Rebecca Flowers, 1013 E. Fort Macon Road,

Peter and Tammera Hilton to Lois

Carnell and Kenneth Maynor, 509 Front St., $187,000.

Mitchell Kernodle and Janet Eller to Matthew Harmelink,126 Charles St., $205,000.

Cynthia Lewis to Edward Varner and Renee Moody, 119 Pearl Drive, $209,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Teresa and Richard Chadwick, III, 642 Professional Park Drive, $209,000.

Blue Treasure, LLC to Streamline Developers, LLC, 321, 323, & 335 Great Egret Way, $210,000.

I.J. Hunter Construction Company to Ardis and Karl Schuele, Jr.,626 Professional Park Drive, $217,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Jackie and Shanna Ricks, 622 Professional Drive, $225,000.

James and Beulah Modlin to Billee and Daniel Harvey, Sr.,403 Tradd St., $230,000.

Ogden and Amanda Johnson to Emery and Kimberly Bremer, 301 Piver Road, $230,000.

Evelyn Cox to Warren McDevett, Jr.,302 George St., $231,500.

John and Laurie Moore to Ronald Grifford, 251 Gatesy Lane, $235,000.

Susan and Crayne Howes to Robert Wilkins,2411 Front St., $250,000.

Stephen and Brenda Lomeli to Kathleen Meredith, 315 Pollock St. #2, $265,000.

Carol Smith to Carlos Rivero, 197 Pamlico Pkwy., $267,500.

Mitchell and Eura Lawrence to Christopher and Patricia Silovich, 183 Oak Road, $280,500.

Michael Carithers to Laura Satterly, 103 Beaufort Walk, $285,000.

Paula Stanley to Danielle and David Knapp, Sr., 225 Josephine Lane, $289,000.

Charles and Amy Quinlan to Phillip and Jennifer Schultheis, 2511 Front St., $295,000.

Alan Branna to Jenny Abed and Hilal Abed, 357 Stewart Drive, $300,000.

Blue Treasure, LLC to Streamline Developers, LLC, 426 & 434 Goldeneye Court, & 2107 Lennoxville Road, $300,000.

Stephen and Eleanor Ruziecki to Michael and Laurie McCollough, 115 Sandy Huss Drive, $300,000.

Mitchell and Elaine Rabon to Katherine and John Sauls, Sr., and Heather and Johnny Honeycutt, Jr., 2511 Front St., $309,000.

Daniel and Alison Cable to Zakery and Jennifer Sherman, 185 Lennoxville Point Road, $323,000.

John and Dewana Kennedy to Michael and Andrea Carter,314 Anita Forte Drive, $285,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Susan Cuthrell,175 Sea Grove Lane, $340,000.

Mt. Pleasant Construction, Co., Inc., to Hugh Barnette and Mary Burrows, 202 Manatee St., $315,000.

Joseph and Vickey Barwick to Cindy Moorhead, 203 Prancer Drive, $362,500.

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Streamline Developers, LLC to Alicia Elson, 132 Gray Duck Drive, $375,000.

Carey and Billie Durham to Susan Sanders, 103 Moore St. #1, $377,000.

Susan Sanders to Reuben and Jane Saunders, 304 Gordon St., $385,000.

Marvin Knox to Adam Willis, 212 Orange St., $388,500.

Margaret Reilly and George Lumb, III to Tiffany and William Clark, IV,105 Lookout Lane, $391,500.

Robert and Abeta Norris to Bruce and Kelly Taylor, 139 Charlie Lewis Lane, $400,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to William and Elizabeth French,411 Sea Hawk St., $455,000.

Ralph Caricofe to Goldbrew, LLC,109 Island View Drive, $506,000.

Susan Sanders to Catherine Powers,510 Front St. #32, $535,000.

Michael and Penny Taylor to Steven and Joanne Magowan, 216 Orange St., $540,000.

160 Davis Bay, LLC to Perry Gaskins, 160 Davis Bay Drive, $850,000.

Grant Beach House, LLC to James Luihn, 2704 Lennoxville Road, $1,700,000.

Judith and John Lennon to Joan and Franklin Johnson, III, 2303 Front St., $1,750,000.

BOGUE

Thomas and Torrey Stroud, Stephen and Lynne Stroud, and David and Mickie Stroud to William and Jennifer Smythe, 200 Soundview Drive, $90,000.

CEDAR POINT

Jamie and Bradley Richards to Jeremy and Emily Peters, 103 Dolphin St., $250,000.

Richard Fitzgerald, Sr. to Theodore and Tina Knight, 116 Pine Lake Road, $257,000.

Richard and Dana King to Fletcher and Crystal Emery, 2909 Pointe West Drive #B3, $360,000.

Mark Bluementhal, Vincent Moriarty, and Janet Calandro to Jason and Pachis Popielarczyk,115 Azure Drive, $635,000.

Betty George and Gene Nichol, Jr. to Barrett and Andrea Hester, 6604 Ocean Drive, $645,000.

Paul and Grace Wygal to Charles and Polly Conover, 101 E. Shipwreck Lane, $370,000.

Matthew Bray and Julia Booth to Debra Jordan, 650 Cedar Point Blvd. #C14, $185,000.

Sunspray Properties, LLC to P&P Land Development, Inc., 7118 Canal Drive, $387,500.

Louise and Mark Futrell, and Jane and Richard Myers to Robert and Betty Neikirk, 9911 W. Shipwreck Lane, $680,000.

Sheila and Robert Lowe, II to Scott and Heather Allen, 100 Sweet Grass Trail, $400,000.

Jeffrey and Claudinne Miller to Annette Bommarito and James Massey, 312 Cape Fear Loop, $390,000.

Trade Land Company, LLC to Thomas and Meredith Perkins, 5312 Ocean Drive, $685,000.

Susanna and Charles Clise, Jr. to Trenton and Mary Wilson, 128 Little Bay Drive, $410,000.

Mickey and Stacey Gahagan to Darryl and Dorothy Grater, 118 E. Shell Drive, $405,000.

Alan and Angela Hale to Michael Merz and Amy Liu, 3401 E. Ocean Drive, $725,000.

George and Carolyn Campbell to Joshua and Shannon Boucher, 160 Dogwood Dr., $514,000.

Jon and Melissa Harding to Andrew and Stephanie Babos, 120 Doe Drive, $415,000.

Cecil and Marsha Burt to Earl and Linda Parker,108 Bogue Court, $740,000.

EMERALD ISLE

Tommy and Jeannette Boyles to Glenn and Rhonda Joyner, 9254 Osprey Ridge Drive, $425,000.

Michael and Sheila McMahon to Elizabeth and Christopher Cook,6612 Ocean Drive, $757,500.

Gregory and Kimberly Branic to John and Eileen Burpo, 147 Doe Drive, $428,000.

Betty Wroblewski to Dirk and Colleen Dimitry, 2201 Ocean Drive, $761,000.

William and Charlotte Chappell to David and Ellen Leroy,10522 Coast Guard Road, $29,500.

Virginia Jenkins to Jay and Diane French, and Daniel and Whitney Seeburg, 5209 Ocean Drive, $60,000.

Clarence Bland, Jr. to Gisele and Guilherme Correia, 5711 Emerald Drive, $112,500.

Stephen and Sharon McDaniel to Bryan Dupree, 8806 Edgewater Court, $125,000.

Robert and Kathryn Cleary to Jean and Robert Link, Jr., 2306 Emerald Drive #7, $180,000.

Marion and Stover Morris, and Jonathan and Dean McLawhorn to Kevin Powers, 292 Star Hill Drive, $199,000.

George Smith, III to TABL, LLC,7303 Canal Drive, $360,000.

Claudia Cockman to Dana and Jeffrey Alligood, 6406 W. Ocean Drive, $635,000.

Martha and Edd Gaddy, Jr. to Frances Cardin, 121 Bay Landing Road, $168,000.

CAPE CARTERET

Kenneth and Talitha Long to Linda Gottuso, 215 Lejeune Road, $137,000.

Thomas and Karyn Styers to Chadwick and Hermia Grimes,2402 Emerald Drive, $350,000.

Shirley Brilakis to Timothy and Christa Schlude, 9702 Calypso Court, $625,000.

Lori and John Rowley, III, and Stephen and Lisa Halstead to William and Nancy Ward, 2907 Pointe West Drive #B2, $366,000.

Mycroft Properties, LLC to Andrew and Daryl Patrick,9201 Coast Guard Road #I304, $137,000.

John and Janet Blackmon to Donald and Virginia Griffin, 128 Bayshore Drive, $110,000.

Joyce and Robert Harris, Jr. to Brenda and Selby Bass, Jr.,7310 W. Sound Drive, $318,000.

Edward and Nancy McKenzie to Margaret Woodlief, 6606 Marsh Cove Road, $610,000.

Mary Shoe and Janet Law to Jeffrey and Beverly Blease,222 Ocean Spray Drive, $89,000.

John Paquette, Steven and Katherine Paquette, and Ann and Jeffrey Price to Barry Arthur, 141 Millicent Court, $33,000.

Reid Wimer, III to Timothy and Vicki Fulford, 207 Bogue Sound Drive, $50,000.

Newhouse, 137 Doe Drive, $310,000.

Timothy Druzgala and Pamela Archer to Larry and Ann Allanson, 3002 Emerald Drive, $190,000.

Tom Buie, Robert Boyan, and Olen and Gina Kelly to Wendy and Marvin Allen, III, 5309 Emerald Drive, $275,000.

William and Nancy Hollows to Michael and Cynthia New, 103 W. Landing Drive, $300,000.

Irish Blessings of NC, LLC to Beverly Spence,403 W. Landing Drive, $305,000.

Brinson and Donna White to Martin and Lori O’Sullivan, 2514 Ocean Drive #B1, $307,000.

ThatBrothersMe, LLC to Neal

Maria and Robert Aldridge, II to Andrew and Constance Wright, 105 Santa Maria Drive,$430,000.

Andrew and Marianne Jones to Erltimes, LLC,1514 Ocean Drive, $440,000.

Don Easley, Jr. and Janice WolfeEasley to Christopher and Sara Lange, 9423 W. Ocean Drive, $649,500.

Gabriel and Amy Cipau to George and Allison Fuchs, 10104 Sea Breeze Drive, $839,500.

Terry and Tina Vithoulkas to Karl and Patricia Mihalek,1213 Ocean Drive, $870,000.

Wesley Bailey to David and Deborah Jensen, 8412 Sound Drive, $440,000.

Murf-Surf Properties, LLC to David and Carol Kruse, 100 Lawrence St., $875,000.

David and Dana Braswell to Alexander and Jennifer Milak, 7114 Archers Creek Drive, $450,000.

Tamera and William Dengler, Jr. to Joshua and Janell Cowley, 9907 Shipwreck Lane, $1,450,000.

Deanne Adams and Jeffrey Sicular to Robert and Susan McDuff,11110 E. Inlet Drive, $455,000.

Vanguard Ventures, LLC to Agree Limited Partnership, 3205 Emerald Drive, $1,509,000.

Elaine Wilcox to Vincent and Melony Tygart, 1905 Ocean Drive, $465,000.

Theodore Baumgardner to Tyson and Denise Nixon, and Darren and Jennifer Beasley, 104 Cedar St., $480,000.

William and Terri Farrington to Terence Sullivan and Anita Wilburn-Sullivan, 9257 Coast Guard Road, $540,000.

Victoria Little to Adolfo Rosales, 5210 Emerald Drive, $560,000.

Dyann Brinson to Charles Clise, Jr.,7308 Canal Drive, $562,000.

Joyce and Ronald Dimock, Jr. to Andrew and Helena Lopez,7201 Archers Creek Drive, $579,000.

GLOUCESTER

Donald and Dyana Willis to Beverly Pham, 688 Straits Road, $45,000.

HARKERS ISLAND

Arthur Carter, Jr. to Tony Foley, 408 Bayview Drive, $68,000.

William and Annamae Wood to Jeffrey Whitman and Jennifer Curasi, 160 Stacy Drive, $70,000.

Academy Field, LLC to Elaine Cuthrell,171 Sound Point Drive, $75,000.

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property watch (Continued from page 59) William and Debra Short to Jimmy Canoy, Jr.,572 Cape Lookout Drive, $75,000.

Travis Bourbeau to Bryan and Jennifer Minihan, 119 East Drive, $90,000.

Wendy Starnes-Reynolds to Donald White and Teresa Davis,162 Old Ferry Dock Road, $110,000.

Kathleen Pratt to Richard Hartman and Maria Woods, 453 Island Road, $138,000.

Patricia Platania to Taylor & Taylor Holdings, LLC, 571 Oak Hammock Drive, $145,000.

Lisa Bunn and Ashley Wimberly to Kenneth Evanko,352 Diamond City Drive, $175,000.

Debra and Herbert to Benjamin and Jenna Gerber, 898 Island Road, $248,000.

Jason Craner to Jack Jordan,1446 Island Road, $250,000.

Sarah Allen to Kurt Weisheit, 575 Island Road, $250,000.

Charlie and Vera Ellington to Shirley Martin, Alicia Baker, and Kimberley Bostic, 189 Davis St., $359,000.

Jeremy and Kendall Bridges to Renee Bourget, 141 East Drive, $505,000.

Vanguard Ventures, LLC to Agree Limited Partnership, 721 Island Road, $1,726,000.

INDIAN BEACH

Anthony and Stephanie Gerardi to Shaun and Laura Horrigan, 1701 Salter Path Road #101F, $35,500.

Lloyd and Kimberly Holland to Walter and Janet Gay, 801 Salter Path Road, $60,000.

Roger and Anna Barefoot to Winfred and Charlene Ray, 1530 Salter Path Road, $145,000.

Jonathon and Stephanie Shea to Mark and Barbara West,1700 Salter Path Road #201P, $297,000.

Sunnywhirl, LLC to Daniel and Donna Harris, 1700 Salter Path Road #201S, $305,000.

Robert and Alice Jackson to Susan and James Kincaid, Jr.,1505 Salter Path Road, $328,000.

Earl and Bette Mead to David and Michelle Mayer, 1505 Salter Path Road, $341,000.

Bruce Cosgrove and Dorothy Bryan to Hillery Lester, 801 Salter Path Road, $350,000.

Robert Barber and Elizabeth Barber to Douglas and Rebecca Owens, 1505 Salter Path Road, $350,000.

Lori Price to Amy Phelps, 1550 Salter Path Road #709, $425,000.

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Gary and Gwendolyn Whitlow to Thomas and Terri Evans, 1435 Salter Path Road #I5, $550,000.

Stanley Harrell to Tommie and Shirley Jacobs, 3603 Plantation Road, $189,000.

Robert and Leigh Lin to Craig Hilliard, 126 Sea Isle Drive, $985,000.

Don Cuthbertson to Patricia Gorelick,514 Village Green Drive #A, $195,000.

MARSHALLBERG

Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. to Guoqiang Dong, Jose Manuel, and Banegas Martinez, 133 Moore Lane, $49,500.

Raymond and Sarah Aman to Christine Brice, 230 Polly Hill Road, $155,500.

Linda and Henry MacDonald to Emma and David Harrell, Jr., 180 Taylor Road, $500,000.

MOREHEAD CITY

Gary and Michiel Joyner to Matthew and Deborah Soddy, 4425 Arendell St. #30, $25,000.

Conway Enterprises of Carteret County, LLC to Kleitz & Adams, LLC, 2108 Fisher St., $65,000.

Bridges 3309, LLC to Gloria O’Malley, 3309 B10 Bridges St., $80,500.

James Varner and Amanda Murray to Gregory and Dawn Smith, 2104 Emeline Place, $198,000.

Aaron Baker to Lupton and Katelin Haigler, 105 Edwards Drive, $218,000.

James and Judith Haidt to Troy and Elizabeth Ehrhart, 202 Sound Court, $227,000.

Bach Tuong Vu to John Garnham and Kristina Meyer, 509 Friendly Road, $231,500.

Michael and Ruth Vincent to Vanda Frye,107 N. 19th St., $240,000.

Thomas Kostek and Michele McMahon to K & J NC Trust, 220 Carefree Lane, $245,000.

Frederick Venzie, III to Virpen Enterprises, LLC, 205 Know Drive, $255,500.

Steven Labiance to Christine Labianca, 115 Hodges St., $85,000.

Donald Hollister to Stephanie and Deward Canipe, Jr., 704 Friendly Road, $257,500.

MGM, Inc. to Justin Smith and Paige Strickland-Smith, 3308 Player Lane, $119,000.

Thomas and Jacqueline Glasgow to Scott and Rebekah Capps,2904 Dogwood Lane, $260,000.

Mary Hakkila to Timothy and Elizabeth Horne, 2900 Myrtle St., $121,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Echo Bravo, LLC,3311 Player Lane, $266,000.

Harold and Tracy Merchant, and Robert Merchant, Jr. to James and Linda Spencer, 303 Barbour Road #1001, $140,000.

Suzanne and David Lambeth, Jr. to Nicholas Krebs,1008 Shepard St., $268,000.

$320,000.

Little Moolah, LLC to James and Irene Carrick,311 Arendell St., $327,500.

Thomas and Frances King to Allison and Robert Landry, Jr., 1309 Barnacle Lane, $329,000.

Clifton Moss and Sara Cozart to Matthew and Sara Norris,5202 Driftwood Lane, $335,000.

Pamela West and Greta Haye to Christopher and Kirby Masters, 2336 Crab Point Loop Road, $350,000.

HD Group, LLC to Allen and Helen Bass, 3121 Tootle Road, $445,000.

Christopher and Brooke Narron to Michael and Melanie Kosterman, 5208 Driftwood Lane, $445,000.

Jason and Heike Hines to Deborah and William Connolly, III, 1511 Arendell St., $445,000.

Carl and Connie Rogers to Christopher and Elizabeth Hardison, 212 Old Causeway Road #108, $480,000.

William and Barbara Blount to Martin and Melissa Anderson, 212 Old Causeway Road #307, $480,000.

Clive and Dawn Tolson to David and Elizabeth Stevens, 100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Drive #405, $497,500.

John Gainey, III to David Dahl, 807 Bridges St., $500,000.

SEARS SCC, LLC to Michael and Hannah Borgert, 113 Lands End Court, $755,000.

Walton and Lucy Joyner to Patrick and Maria McLaughlin, 121 Core Drive West, $780,000.

Elizabeth and William Shore, III to Ronald Styron, 303 Barbour Road #201, $143,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Kyle and Stephanie Fernandez, 3312 Player Lane, $274,000.

Robert and Laura Maser to Mark and Sharon Reardon, 303 Barbour Road #101, $146,000.

Gregory and Margaret DeMarco to Michelle Moore, 116 Oak Drive, $290,000.

Edward and Jean Baardsen to Douglas and Kelley Toler, 2012 Champion Drive, $150,000.

John and Jennifer Williams to Amanda Whalen and James Willey, III,1709 Ivory Gull Drive, $295,000.

Kara and William Matthews, Jr. to Dempster and Carole Wheeler, 100 Capn Purcells Way, $162,000.

Margaret and Lee Jenkins, III to David and Tiffany Miller, 4425 Arendell St. #103, $299,000.

Janet Durling to Gary Johnson and Janet Ogle, 2004 Emeline Place, $175,000.

David and Katherine Parker to Gail Warren, 910 oak Drive, $300,000.

Anna and Alonzo Ward, III to David and Linda Correa, 109 Cumberland St., $15,000.

Michael and Margaret Hansen to Stewart Throckmorton, 109 Fairway Drive West, $300,000.

Hyde-Away Land Co., LLC to Christian and Tracy Noel, 101 Emery Circle, $18,000.

Sandra Hardesty to Michael Lowry and David Anderson, 201 Georgia Ave., $300,000.

James Tannery to Lynn and Benjamin Corso, Sr., 205 Mayflower Drive, $29,000.

Randolph and Mary Miller to Virginia and Barton Proud, III, 3700 Country Club Road, $305,000.

WASLAW, LLC to Audrey Arnold, 580 & 590 Old Winberry Road, $36,500.

Alvin Gerrell and Rebecca Darby to George Jones, 908 N. 20th St., $175,500.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Julia MacDonald, 175 Old Murdoch Road #205, $175,500.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Robert and Ellen Mickelson, 175 Old Murdoch Road #201, $177,000.

Nadjmeh Hariri and Wave Parland to Henry and Patsy Deese, 1301 Cedarwood Village, $183,000.

SECU*RE, Inc. to Jeffrey Haag, 105 Oleander Court, $183,000.

Thomas and Carol Smart to Gary and Josef-Ann Smith, 212 Reserve Green Drive, $315,000.

Cynthia and Gerald Smith to Douglas Paulus, 2280 Country Club Road,

Jennifer and Thomas Hogshead, III to Luck Davidson, 2106 Evans St., $800,000.

Julia Day and Robert Carr, Jr. to Edgar and Marabeth Carr, 3111 Sunset Drive, $1,200,000.

Vanguard Ventures, LLC to Agree Limited Partnership, 3017 Bridges St., $1,395,000.

NEWPORT

Theodore and Lyndsey Tucker to Alan and Polly Conrad, 201 Hall Road, $37,500.

Shannon and Charles Miles, Jr. to

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property watch (Continued from page 60) Patsy Heutess, 141 Ricksha Court, $60,000.

Stacy Wilson to Edward and Amy Scott,355 Ball Farm Road, $60,000.

Matthew Brubaker to James and Marianne Ervin, 405 Bogue Watch Drive, $85,000.

Jonathan Carroll, 705 Birdie Court, $130,000 Timothy and Katherine Long to Andrew and Christine Rock, 1220 Roberts Road, $135,000.

Morgan and Amie Decker to Janet Durling, 643 Chatham St., $138,000.

Todd and Constance Humiston to Sara Heverly, 418 Red Fox Trail, $142,000.

Lisa and Steven Hottenroth, Richard and Cynthia Spring, Teresa and Wallace Spring, Jr., and Mark Paradis to John Romano, Jr., 125 Croatan Drive, $95,000.

Kwabena Agyeman-Budu and Ghislaine Agyeman to Cody McNamara, 1275 Chatham St., $145,000.

Bret Danilowicz to Olivia Tomlinson, 524 Rosemary Drive, $98,000.

David and Michelle Myers to David Domel, Jr.,813 Sand Hills Drive, $147,000.

Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc. to Beverly Pham, 423 Eagle Road, $103,000.

Tracey and Joseph Waite to Shawn and Denise Foreman, 908 Lightwood Drive, $148,000.

James and Sharon Wells to William Volkman and Elizabeth Breaux, 234 Yacht Club Drive, $107,000.

Modular Technologies, Inc. to Sherry and Harry Carpenter, Jr., 111 Snow Goose Lane, $150,000.

Jeffrey and Christina Richardson to Victoria Banks, 1272 Newport Loop Road, $113,000.

Ruth Gosnell to Corey Diffee and Claire Kennedy, 2529 E. Forest Drive, $150,000.

Peggy Horrell to Michael and Brandie Reynolds, 209 Hilltop Road, $115,000.

WSLD Bogue Watch VI, LLC to Christopher and Nicole Ferguson, 618 Fishermans Point, $150,000.

James and Naomie Brewer to

WSLD Bogue Watch VI, LLC to Marc and Jennifer Doren, 638 Fishermans Point, $150,000.

Winfree, 1657 New Bern St., $190,000.

Karina and Kurt Baker, II to Robert and Roxanne Bendick, 280 Cottontail Run, $196,000.

WSLD Bogue Watch VI, LLC to Timothy and Robin Kincaid, 616 Fishermans Point, $150,000.

Gloria Willis to Harding Enterprises, Inc., 3632 Hwy 101, $200,000.

Janet and Kenneth Pittman, Sr. to Joaquin and Samantha Alvarado, 400 Red Fox Trail, $154,000.

Allied Investors Group, LLC to Rickey Stancil and Kimberly Myers, 173 Nine Mile Road, $164,000.

Richard and Glenda Bolin to Angel Williams and Timothy Grzeskowiak, 765 Mill Creek Road, $170,000.

Delores Shelton to Kenneth Tanguay, 152 W. Cottontail Run Drive, $205,000.

BRB Builders, Inc. to Tucker Mentink, 1223 Hargett St., $215,000.

Clarence and Jean Ingle to David Simmons, 118 Powell St., $215,000.

Michael and Ashley Perry to Justin and Amanda Wood, 114 Wild Oak Road, $222,500.

Seth and Sarah Griffin to Timothy and Ashley Arnold, 111 Beaver Dam Trail, $174,500.

Judith Bell to Brandon Rodgers, 272 Roberts Road, $177,000.

Lillian Jansen to Charlene Blackburn, 332 Foxhall Road, $177,000.

Michael and Amanda Westcott to Lyle and Amber Swanger, 113 Wild Oak Drive, $228,000.

Christopher Ashe to Yvonne and Miguel Betancourt, Jr., 102 Candace Court, $235,000.

Elizabeth Flippin to Dylan Riley, 728 Mill Creek Road, $184,000.

Samantha Maxwell to Jack and Susan Howren, 702 Mandolin Lane, $235,000.

James and Melissa Aylestock to Jacob and Sarah Ross, 128 Sherwood Road, $189,000.

Anthony Galante and Donna McCarthy to Bryan and Tabetha Hales, 165 Gales Drive, $240,000.

James and Rhonda Riley to Elizabeth

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JC Jackson Homes, LLC to Anwar and Tuikeva Boldon, 306 Independence Blvd., $254,000.

JC Jackson Homes, LLC to Christina Blair and Dennis Renew, 209 Legacy Lane, $258,000.

Ty and Conner Zaloudek to Peyman and Kasey Dalirifar, 151 Holly Lane, $260,000.

JC Jackson Homes, LLC to Joseph and Dakota Merchant, 183 Independence Blvd., $270,000.

Sally Walker to Matthew Salter and Ruth Gosnell, 104 Sandpiper Drive, $272,500.

Kenneth and Terisa Futrell to James and Deborah Lewis, 175 C St., $275,000.

Ronald and Barbara Gordon to Lisa and George Sledge, Jr., 209 Blue Goose Lane, $305,000.

Pamela Valente and Leonard Beck to James and Lisa Elmore, 896 Sea Gate Drive, $479,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Kenneth and Barbara Brown, 314 Seafarer St., $305,000.

Jerry and Sandra Eborn to John and Cynthia Joyner, 116 Buena Vista Drive, $450,000.

Jimmie and Donna Mann to Elissa Morris, and Deborah and Thomas Bradley, Jr., 171 Pelican Drive, $305,000.

Jeffrey and Shelly Likosar to Ryland and Paula Harrelson, 207 & 209 Back St., $438,500.

Robert and Donna Hays to Matthew and Amanda McDonnell, 213 Tidewater Drive, $310,000.

Kenneth and Jeannine Hilgers to Darrin Sismour and Ann Dezem, 303 Yacht Club Drive, $330,000.

Forrest and Kimberly Allen to Karina and Kurt Baker, II, 223 Morada Bay Drive, $340,000.

William and Henriette Bickett to Peter Moyer, 128 Live Oak Road, $348,000.

Jr. and Christine Lupien, 388 Norris Landing Road, $236,500.

Bobby and Heather Johnson to Kathy Cox, and Christopher and Christine Cox, 112 Kathy Court, $240,000.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Matthew and Lindsey James, 306 Crayfish Court, $249,000.

Eric Valera to Charles and Vicky Houser, 101 Everette Court, $400,000.

Margaret and Anthony Joyner to Stacey Logue, 114 Brookside Court S., $279,500.

Jerri Builders Homes, LLC to John Parker, 623 Fishermans Point, $442,000.

PINE KNOLL SHORES

Duane and Joanne Wells to Jamie Richards, 103 Marshland Circle, $645,000.

John and Rosanna McDonald to David and Dana Braswell, 279 Live Oak Road, $655,000.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Jeffrey and Celeste Edwards, 171 Henderson Drive, $279,500.

Nicholas Smith to Judith Channels, 177 Church Gate Lane, $350,000.

William and Trentity Gerrans to Jeremy and Tiffany Canady, 331 Pearson Circle, $785,000.

Property Privacy Services to Annie and David Morris, Jr., 732 Masontown Road, $292,500.

Kenneth and Janice Ghelli to Thomas and Susan Nee, 205 Sandpiper Drive, $372,000.

PELETIER

Allison and Robert Landry, Jr. to Peter and Donna Soltowski, 629 Edgewood Ave., $296,000.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Gerren and Bridget Jones, 114 Wild Berry Court, $304,500.

D.R. Horton, Inc. to Charles and Donna Smith, 310 Crayfish Court, $234,000.

Jane Gordon to Ann and E.D. Gaskins, Jr., 139 Salter Path Road, $135,000.

Sherrie Landes to Lawrence Kacmarcik and Elizabeth Geary, 283 Salter Path Road, $190,000.

Douglas and Rebecca Owens to Brian and Melanie Berkheimer, 273 Salter Path Road, $235,000.

Linda Radler to Angela and James Sanders, III, 283 Salter Path Road, $235,000.

Edward and Rebbeca Weller to Aruthur and Joanne Synan, 117 Holly Lane, $240,000.

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property watch (Continued from page 63) Sherri and Christopher Layton to Zachary and Ashley Murray, 314 McGinnis Drive, $277,000.

John and Frances Harper to Sharon and James Shaw, IV, 302 McGinnis Drive, $311,000.

Leo and Tanya Amatori to John and Stayce Murray, 118 Cedar Road, $330,000.

Gregory and Tracie Linscott to Kohei and Meredith Uchida, 590 Marina Drive, $345,000.

Dewey and Erin Keller to Ryan and Christy Malham, 111 Oakleaf Drive, $346,000.

Sara and Howard Mims, Jr. to Rick and Charlene Adler, 113 McGinnis Drive, $346,500.

Wistar and Laura Allen, and Laurie and Mike Morris to Christopher and Peggy Mooney, 107 Laurel Court, $376,000.

Mark Besen to Sherelyn Woolard, 525 Salter Path Road, $390,000.

Matthew and Trudy Liszewski to John and Tabitha Grimes, 535 Salter Path Road, $406,000.

LOWE 3, LLC to Shawn and Wendy Twigg, 497 Salter Path Road, $444,500.

Robert and Donna Crowder to Richard and Tina Coffey, 525 Salter Path Road, $460,000.

David and Brenda Booth to Mary Huckaby, 453 Maritime Place, $1,898,000.

Ann Dezem and Darrin Sismour to Barry and Gail Johnson, 497 Salter Path Road, $465,000.

SALTER PATH

William Alston to Heather Drive and John Partin, III, 115 White Ash Drive, $465,000.

Susan Ellis to Marty and Jackie Roberson, 101 Salter Path Road #503C, $468,000.

Joseph and Robin Harper to Michael Bragg, 127 Oakleaf Drive, $480,000.

Steven and Christeanna Richardson to Robert and Donna Crowder, 351 Salter Path Road, $485,500.

Ticon Mattie Equity Partnership to Alfred Williams, IV and Alfred Williams, V, 111 Roosevelt Drive, $500,000.

James and Catherine Godwin to Judith and Herschell Godwin, Jr., 351 Salter Path Road, $575,000.

Harry and Marcia Callicotte to Robin Mcpherson, 301 Salter Path Road, $620,000.

Stephen and Alyce Lawrence to Christopher and Carrie Critz, 288 Salter Path Road, $640,000.

Mark and Robin Bowman to James and Catherine Godwin, 351 Salter Path Road, $785,000.

John Kutzer to Christopher Toleman, 115 Pinewood Circle, $1,064,000.

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Seaside Group, LLC to Mayorico and Patricia David, and Lawrence and Christina Cruz, 115 Frost Lane, $190,000.

David and Donna Knisely to Mark Besen, 1036 Salter Path Road, $375,000.

Vanguard Ventures, LLC to Agree Limited Partnership, 1300 Salter Path Road, $1,600,000.

SEA LEVEL

to Grace Two, LLC, 1333 Hwy 70 Stacy, $65,000.

STELLA

Jerry Blythe to John McCoy, II, 249 White Oak Bluff Road, $35,000.

William Ribar to Michael and Linda Bynum, 766 Wetherington Landing Road, $65,000.

Tina Gilmore to Richard McGee, III, 104 Wildflower Way, $116,000.

Gary Edwards and Ann Edwards to Duane and Joanne Wells, 143 Deepwater Drive, $142,500.

Marvin Smith to Marvin Estates, LLC, 312 River Oaks Drive, $188,000.

Anthony Davidson to Dawn and Johnny Anderson, Jr., 333 Shell Hill Road, $27,500.

Stephen and Lynda Porzio to Jeffery and Jolynn Lee, 222 White Oak Bluff Road, $570,000.

Dwayne and Amy Grant to Ina and Carson Wilson, Jr., and Dennis and Patricia Perry, 608 Hwy 70 Sea Level #6C, $37,500.

Danny and Susan Carroll to Robert and Kara Degeorge, 112 White Oak Bluff Road, $600,000.

Annis Daugherty to Kay Jordan, 134 Seashore Drive, $335,000.

Harold Comer, and Robin and Donna Comer to MHC White Oak Shores, LLC, 418 & 452 Wetherington Landing Road, $1,900,000.

SMYRNA

Richard Redfoot and Kelli Cannon to Nathan and Kimberly Wade, 151 Whitehurst Road, $80,000.

LA & SG Properties, LLC to Bradford and Hope Shirley, 250 Lige Piner Road, $94,500.

STACY

Jack Russel, Jr. and Benjamin Ramsay

SWANSBORO

Coldwater Creek Development, Inc. to O’Brien and Sons Construction, LLC, 104 Paddle Trail Lane, $30,000.

Chet and Michelle Willis to Robert Conrad, 280 River Creek Lane, $150,000.

Bryan and Julie Martin to Dennis Andrews and Mary Stump-Andrews,

404 Moss Springs Drive, $260,000.

Sandra Brazauskas to Jonathan Lennon, 308 Duck Haven, $299,000.

John Parker to William and Carol Scull, 141 White Heron Lane, $445,000.

WILLISTON

MTGLQ Investors, L.P. to Christopher Milazzo, 428 Hwy 70 Williston, $69,000.

The Luther Paul Gillikin Revocable Trust and The Estate of Luther Paul Gillikin to Chase Starling and Colby Royal, 224 Old Nassau Road, $189,000.

*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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10. Fruit 12. Seventh avatar of Vishnu 13. Organism that grows without air 14. Heals 15. A book has one 16. Open 17. Twitch 18. Plant of the mint family 19. Soon 21. Witch 22. Long, mournful complaint 27. Killer clown film 28. Keeps us occupied 33. Influential lawyer 34. Formation of concepts 36. Insecticide 37. Swiss river 38. Actress Lucy 39. Unit of g-force 40. Can repel attackers

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CLUES DOWN 1. Make a map of 2. Cain and __ 3. Dried-up 4. Corporate exec (abbr.)

5. Trading floor hand gesture 6. Strongly alkaline solution 7. Yemen capital 8. Military leader (abbr.)

9. Maintains possession of 10. Afternoon show 11. Imaginary being 12. Rearrange 14. Holy person or sage 17. __ Mahal 18. Backbone 20. Brooklyn hoopster 23. Intervened 24. Extremely angry 25. Indicates position 26. Chinese surname 29. Potato state 30. When you think you’ll get there

31. __ Falls 32. Bullfighters 35. Born of 36. Small fishes 38. “Father of chemical warfare” 40. Waste matter 41. Skin disease 42. Scandinavian mythological god 43. __ and haws 44. Villain 45. Tell on 46. Difficulty 47. Not old

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OCTOBER ARIES (March 21-April 20) Aries, whether your mind is buzzing out of control or not, you have to find a way to get everything under control.

There is much you need to accomplish early this month. You may feel more rooted in the past than the present. Feeling nostalgic for old times, including the people and places of your past, is healthy, but remember to keep yourself focused on the present as well. Carve out some time to tune into your inner muse. It’s time to have a little fun and put work and household responsibilities to the side. Rest and relax when you can because it a bumpy ride may be on the horizon. Rely on your energy reserves to make it through. Things will calm down soon enough.

LEO (July 23-August 23) Prepare for surprises.

They may come from you or someone else. This is an opportunity to play and have fun. Enjoy it for as long as it lasts. You may feel that life has gotten a tad dull. It is time to do something about that. Try a new restaurant. Engage in a new hobby. Connect with new friends. Are your intuitive senses ringing off the hook, Leo? Trust your gut when someone asks you to help them with a situation. It may not be all that it seems right now. Make some changes to your wellness routine. Changes could help you feel better in your daily life and set the course for many positive things in the future.

VIRGO (August 24-September 22) Virgo, TAURUS (April 21-May 21) Mornings usually aren’t your best time of day. Put off making tough decisions until afternoon or later when you have given yourself ample time to charge the brain. People move in and out of your social circle. It’s a natural transition that everyone experiences. Embrace opportunities to meet new and interesting people when they arise.

Taurus, don’t blow off your obligations, but find a way to make work more fun. That may happen by teaming up with a coworker who shares your perspective. Allow friends to lavish attention on you. You deserve a little more time in the limelight because of all the hard work you have been putting in.

things seem to be going well for you in many different areas. Clear thinking and contained emotions are the keys to your success in all of this. Keep up the good work. Spirituality and religion may be on your mind. You may want to figure out how to embrace your values and beliefs, as they can improve your life. Give your analytical brain a rest this month. Lead with feelings and intuition instead. It may not feel comfortable just yet, but a new perspective may help. It is always good knowing someone has your back. This can be a best friend, a romantic partner, a family member, or even a colleague. It is a relief to have support.

LIBRA (September 23-October 23) It may GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Difficulties will eventually dissipate as the month progresses.

You will find you get some relief from what ails you as the days pass by. If you take a trip down memory lane at some point, don’t be surprised if family members dominate your thoughts. Think about rekindling a lost relationship. Gemini, if things get a little confusing mid-month, don’t feel the need to try to figure everything out.

Take the time you need to complete the tasks at hand. By making yourself more vulnerable, you can show others how you are compassionate and in tune with your softer side. This may help create alliances.

take you a little while to get started this month.

You may feel like you’re trying to turn over an engine on a cold morning. But eventually you will find your groove. Waking up feeling optimistic and energized is a great thing. On top of it you may be surprised to find that someone has a crush on you. Go out if you’re single. If you have been trying to be more healthy or get in shape, focus on what you’re gaining rather than giving up. This can make you more successful in your endeavors. A pleasant routine is essential for improving your mood and outlook. It’s easier to handle stressful situations when you make smart choices.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Heavy emotional

SCORPIO (October 24-November 22)

baggage doesn’t line up with your free spirit, Cancer. Try to avoid conflict at all costs this month and you’ll find you are much happier for having done so. You may run into an old flame over the course of the month. In preparation, be sure to leave the house looking your best.

This will help boost your confidence. While you may not be able to engage in all of your wildest dreams immediately, you can give yourself permission to take a day off and get started.

Try a new and interesting hobby that aligns with your current interests. Don’t worry if it has nothing to do with your profession. It’s OK to branch out.

You want to tackle all of your goals, but you simply take on too much – as is your nature.

Step back and prioritize your tasks so you can more easily achieve your goals. Romantic vibes are very strong in your life right now, Scorpio.

This is great if you’re connected or seeking a relationship. But resist if you’re currently unavailable. If restlessness sneaks up on you, look for new opportunities to add a bit of excitement. It could be taking an online course in a subject that interests you or a vacation.

There are many things happening around you, and it is best to focus on the positives even in the most hectic times. Immerse yourself in your

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favorite hobbies.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) Tempers may flare when someone criticizes someone you love, Sagittarius. You may want to be a hero, but step back and let things cool down. Something you read in a book may prove to be an ‘ah ha’ moment for you. You may have a new perspective on life and be excited to make changes. Your domestic life may start to tug at your heartstrings. If you’re balancing work and family, you may regret not spending more time with the kids. Being in tune with your feelings is a very good thing this month. It can help you focus on goals that will make you happy and avoid situations that make you upset.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Let your dreams linger a bit longer before getting out of bed. It’s OK to indulge in some fantasies.

They may inspire future endeavors. You may be feeling that someone close to you is ill or not himself or herself. These intuitions will not cease until you check out the situation for yourself.

Capricorn, if you have been quiet about a relationship with someone, it’s time to let your true feelings be heard. It may be uncomfortable for a bit, but it’s necessary. You are a natural leader who prefers overseeing projects to getting your hands dirty. But to strengthen authority, you sometimes have to handle some of the nuts and bolts.

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) Find a blend of rational and impulsive behavior, Aquarius. When the scales tip in one direction, you will find it is much easier to tackle what you need to do. A desire to learn new things may be very strong for you right now. It is never too late to return to school and finish a degree or to begin pursuit of a new one. Money may be a hot topic in your house lately, particularly how more is going out than coming in. Corral your spending for awhile as you get things under control. Now is the time to increase your income. That means thinking outside the box in terms of additional work. Consider self-employment.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Pisces, sometimes it is best to follow your emotions instead of your head as you make plans for the day. Figure out what works best for you. Don’t take love too personally this month, especially if your romantic partner has been playing it cool.

Things will come around. You’re never one for following the pack, so don’t start now. Embrace your unique sense of self and continue to march to your own beat. Most of the time you like making your contributions from the background.

But lately, it seems, you are ready to step into the spotlight. Plan your course wisely.

best buy$ FINANCIAL SERVICES & INSURANCE

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.

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.

HOME SERVICES

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DECOR

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

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

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.

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Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care: 902 WB McLean Blvd., Cape Carteret, 252-3939005, yardworkslandscapes.com. Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal 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 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.

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.

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 68

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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. 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.

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%.

Performance East: 130 Masonic Ave., Cedar Point. Coming Soon! Outdoor powersports are on full display at this off-shoot from the store’s headquarters in Goldsboro. Family owned since 1994 – Performance East offers both sales and service of a variety of high profile brands, from Sea Chaser to Yamaha.

Visit performanceeast.com.

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

Is Now the Time to Buy or Refinance?

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ith job loss numbers in the tens of millions, the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic has put home ownership at risk, with many in Carteret county struggling to make mortgage or rent payments.

There is one unexpected bright spot, though: Interest rates have dipped to historic lows. And, if you’re in a position to take advantage of opportunities to buy a home or refinance a mortgage at an irresistible rate, you may be wondering whether you should.

To Buy or Not to Buy? It depends. There are pros and cons to buying now, and it really hinges on your specific situation. Here are a few things to consider: Time, and numbers, are on your side. Rates likely will remain low for some time. And, though home values are showing more resiliency than they did in 2008, prices may decrease a bit more, getting you a little more for your money.

Supply, and available credit, are not. Ask any Carteret county realtor and they will tell you overall inventory is relatively low. If you’re having trouble finding what you want and are unwilling to wait, don’t rule out working with a developer.

Is Refinancing the Right Move?

If you can lower your rate by 1 percent or more, you may see significant savings. How much, though, may depend on how far along you are in paying your current loan. For example, if you’re 3 years in and

advertiser INDEX 213 West Weddings & Events...................... 9 Ace Builders .............................................. 51 Advantage Coastal Properties.................... 14 Al Williams Properties ................................ 25 Artistic Tile & More..................................... 29 Atlantic Beach Realty................................. 10 Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters.................. 61 AVC Roofing............................................... 45 Barnes Landscaping................................... 43 Beaufort Ace Hardware.............................. 39 Bluewater Builders........................................ 8 Bluewater – Gallant’s Channel................... 31 Bluewater Insurance..................................... 8 Bluewater Real Estate........................... 18-19 Bluewater Real Estate, Carolyn Blackmon... 3 Bridges Professional Animal Hospital......... 53 Budget Blinds............................................. 55 Cannon & Gruber....................................... 17 Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness............. 26 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 Complexion Day Spa.................................. 21

want to shorten your loan from 30 to 15 years, you can save on interest, even if you end up with the same or slighter higher monthly payment, but over much less time. If you’re 10 years into a 30-year loan, however, and want to lower your monthly payment by refinancing for another 30year term at a lower rate, you may end up paying more in interest over 40 years.

Shop around and do the math. Focus on interest rate, closing costs, up-front fees (e.g., appraisal, legal, loan origination, and title search fees), points, and whether the lender will service the full life of your loan.

You may find some lenders offer “no points, no closing costs” options at slightly higher interest rates. Finally, consider the costs of the loan against how long you plan to stay in your home. Ideally, you want to break even on your refinancing costs within one year.

This material has been provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute either tax or legal advice. Although we go to great lengths to make sure our information is accurate and useful, we recommend you consult a tax preparer, professional tax advisor, or lawyer.

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.

Crossbridge Financial................................. 17 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................................. 5 Emerald Pool Works................................... 33 E.I. Realty Sales............ 70, 71 & Back Cover Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals........ 47 The Gatorbug............................................. 54 Great Windows........................................... 23 Home Repairs by Darryl............................. 25 The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores...................... 30 Island Essentials......................................... 53 Island Furniture........................................... 21 Island Trash................................................ 62 Katrina Marshall.......................................... 29 Landmark Homes....................................... 23 Landmark Sothebys International Realty...... 3 Liftavator..................................................... 31 McQueen’s Interiors....................................11 Paisley Boutique......................................... 53 Performance East....................................... 49 Petal Pushers............................................. 29

Realty World Selling Team......................... 45 Rhonda Davis............................................. 43 Royal Coat.................................................. 45 Shorewood Real Estate.............................. 22 Southeastern Elevator................................ 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........................................ 51 Yardworks................................................... 32

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Island Lots 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 ............ $360,000

Soundfront 8730 Emerald Plantation Rd. $439,000

101 Line Boat Lane ........................................ $85,000

5415 Ocean Drive ......................................... $775,000

952 Old Church Road .................................. $199,900

407 Piney St. ................................................. $129,900

287 Star Hill Drive ......................................... $80,000 215 Taylor Notion Road ................................ $95,000

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648 W. Firetower Road .................................. $43,900

102 Apollo Drive ............................................. $95,000

Riverfront 236 White Oak Bluff Road

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215 Bluewater Cove ....................................... $54,900

Creekfront 430 Woodland Drive .................. $49,500

124 Bogue Sound Drive ................................. $58,000

Creekfront 432 Woodland Drive .................. $49,500

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111 Harold Ave. $372,000

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5415 Cedar Tree Lane $402,900

Summer Winds 408 $361,950

Summer Winds 228 $334,000

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107 Bayshore Drive $229,000

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207 River Reach Drive $250,000

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4002 Emerald Drive $399,900

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5808 E. Landing Court $585,000

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7024 Emerald Drive $859,000

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3704 Emerald Drive $1,100,000

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108 Bogue Court $740,000

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106 Ethel Drive $540,000

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13 Ocean Drive East $689,500

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109 Melaine St. East $424,999

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110 Mangrove Drive $495,000

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5502 Ocean Drive E&W $477,500

6406 Ocean Drive West $635,000

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101 Ocean Drive $765,000

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3505 Ocean Drive West $725,000

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2414 Ocean Drive $939,000

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1012 Ocean Drive $1,100,000

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3202 Ocean Drive $968,500

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709 Salter Path Road $2,259,000

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1009 Emerald Drive $1,200,000

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701 Ocean Drive $1,200,000

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6619 Ocean Drive E&W $1,100,000

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3307 Emerald Drive E&W $570,000

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6715 Ocean Drive $1,500,000

1213 Ocean Drive $870,000

5207-B Ocean Dr. Group I $68,500

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8709 Ocean View Drive E&W $799,000

481 Maritime Place $1,780,000

5211-B Ocean Dr. Grp. E & F $72,000

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103 Sea Isle Drive $2,950,000