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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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64 FUTURE 10 2019

Meet 10 young professionals who are the up-and-coming talent and future leaders of Brunswick County.

by Melissa Slaven Warren

87 BUILDING THE LABOR FORCE

With the help of state funding, Brunswick Community College’s construction workforce program offers free training in traditional construction trades.

by Teresa A. McLamb

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16 PUBLISHER’S NOTE

What you’ll find in the Fall 2019 edition of North Brunswick Magazine.

by Justin Williams

18 CONTRIBUTORS

107 BUSINESS PROFILES

Meet the contributors to South Brunswick Magazine.

Luxe Home Interiors; Coastal Integrative Health; Move with McKinley Properties, LLC.; Callahan’s of Calabash by Sandi Grigg, Jo Ann Mathews, Melissa Slaven Warren

21 WHAT’S HAPPENING

Upcoming events you won’t want to miss.

116 WHAT’S HAPPENED

26 BUSINESS BUZZ

What’s been going on around town.

Keeping up with the local business scene.

120 SHALLOTTE INLET TIDE CHART

Tracking the highs and the lows at Shallotte Inlet from October through December.

31 ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

Extras you’ll only find online

121 ADVERTISERS INDEX

Our directory of advertisers

122 CAPTURE THE MOMENT

41 NONPROFIT

To better reflect its mission, Old Bridge Preservation Society changes its name to Old Bridge Historical Society.

by Sheree K. Nielsen

48 SPORTS

How Carol Harpster is nurturing the health and growth of pickleball in Brunswick County.

by Ashley Daniels

57 WHAT’S NEW

Street-legal golf carts are soaring in popularity in Southport.

by Carolyn Bowers

93 HISTORY

Gause family members seek to identify remains of a long-lost relative and turn up a wealth of history in the meantime.

by Debbie Griffin

A contest for SBM readers

DEPARTMENTS 37 SPIRITS

Sandi’s Spicy Oyster Shooters

by Sandi Grigg

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38 WHAT’S COOKIN’

Crab Cakes with Sriracha Remoulade

by Sandi Grigg

100 PEOPLE

For St. James resident Willie L. Gore, service is life’s key ingredient.

Story and photos by Jo Ann Mathews

113 SNIPPETS

Happenings on the local scene

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South Brunswick Magazine – Fall 2019 Volume 11, Issue 1 OWNER/PUBLISHER: Justin Williams DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: Sandi Grigg COPY EDITOR: Molly Harrison CONTRIBUTING GRAPHICS: Paula Knorr Teresa Kramer Eliza Dale Niemann

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES: Brian Wilner George Jacob

SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR: Lensey Wilson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS: Carolyn Bowers Megan Deitz Brent Gallant Genie Leigh Photography Mark Head Wendy Hunt Laura Glantz Joan Leotta Bill Ritenour Mike Spencer James Stefiuk Time 2 Remember

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Carolyn Bowers Ashley Daniels Debbie Griffin Sandi Grigg Sheree K. Nielsen Jo Ann Mathews Teresa A. McLamb Melissa Slaven Warren Lensey Wilson

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It’s Future 10 time of year again! Since 2012 South Brunswick Magazine has partnered with Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce to highlight 10 young professionals who are dedicated to becoming the next leaders of Brunswick County. We have two covers for this fall edition, each with a different set of five of the Future 10 leaders as photographed

by Megan Deitz. See the story by Melissa Slaven Warren and on page 64.

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

Coming Together

PHOTOS BY MEGAN DEITZ

It’s hard to believe that summer passed us by so quickly! It seems like Fourth of July was only a couple of weeks ago, but here we are, well past Labor Day and staring down Halloween. I am actually looking forward to the cooler weather of fall, because to me it signals a time for the locals to come together. This is the time when we say goodbye to all the summer visitors and enjoy the camaraderie of community events.

One can’t think of the strength of the Brunswick community without thinking of all the coming together we did during Hurricane Florence. It’s been more than a year since Hurricane Florence wrecked many areas of southeastern North Carolina and, unfortunately, many people have yet to recover from that storm.

Many people and organizations are still trying to help, but it’s been a long road to full recovery. Please keep everyone who was affected by Hurricane Florence and other hurricanes in your thoughts during the remainder of this storm season and help with donations in any way you can, especially for our neighbors in Calabash who recently had some major tornado damage due to Hurricane Dorian.

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Chamber of Commerce for the SBM Publisher Justin Williams, and daughter, Future 10 recognitions. In this Ava, at this years annual feature, we focus on 10 Future 10 photo shoot young professionals who have been at the Brunswick recognized by their peers as having County Chamber of Commerce. what it takes to be the future leaders of Brunswick County.

We have stories about the increasing popularity of pickleball and street-legal golf carts in the area, and we hear a fascinating tale about what one family learned when they went digging around in their history.

Thanks for reading, as always. Enjoy your fall, and feel free to give us your feedback about this magazine. We always appreciate hearing from our readers.

Justin Williams Owner/Publisher Publisher@SouthBrunswickMagazine.com

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CONTRIBUTORS

Megan Deitz CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

I turned my love of photography into a full-time career in 2003 when I began traveling up and down the East Coast as a sports photographer. Today, I specialize in portrait and commercial photography but can be found fueling my true passion for landscape and wildlife photography through my travels around the world. My work can be viewed at megandeitz.com and @megandeitz_photography on Instagram.

Sheree K. Nielsen CONTRIBUTING WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER

I believe that every picture tells a story and combine my love of photography and writing with colorful visual descriptions and healing messages. My poetry and photography collection, Mondays in October, was released July 30, 2019, by Shanti Arts. I call it my ‘love song for the beach, and my eternal companion water’. Many of the poems and photographs are about Sunset Beach. I am author/photographer/poet of 2015 Da Vinci Eye Award Winner Folly Beach Dances (inspired by the sea and my lymphoma journey); Chanticleer Semifinalist Nonfiction Guides Ocean Rhythms Kindred Spirits – An Emerson-Inspired Essay Collection on Travel, Nature, Family and Pets; and coauthor of Chanticleer Little Peeps Early Readers First Place Winner and Montaigne Medal Finalist Midnight the One-Eyed Cat (a picture book). My other works are well represented in Southern Writers Magazine, AAA Southern and Midwest Traveler, Long Weekends, South Brunswick Magazine, North Brunswick Magazine and Missouri Life, among others. When not writing, I’m discovering new beaches and coffeehouses with my patient husband and canine kids. Find out more at shereenielsen.wordpress.com.

Melissa Slaven Warren CONTRIBUTING WRITER

I am a freelance writer who lives in Sunset Beach. I earned my BA in English from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and am currently pursuing my Masters in Liberal Studies from UNCW. I’ve been a freelance business writer, feature article author, non-fiction essayist, technical editor, entrepreneur, product and brand manager. My work has appeared in Our State magazine and I am a regular contributor to local publications. In my spare time I enjoy water sports and coastal living with my husband, Bill, and 110 lb. rescue dog, aptly named Bear. Visit my website at melissaslavenwarren.com.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Spooktacular, October 25

walk, a 5K run/walk and a Memorial Mile.

The Pink Ribbon Run kicks off at 7:30 am. If you are unable to attend the event checkout the virtual run!

Information: (910) 385-9891; runsignup.com

Brunswick Family Assistance Golf Event

October 14 Brunswick Family Assistance will host its 11th annual Golf Event at Lockwood Folly Golf Course, with funds raised going to help children and families facing an emergency or crisis. A $5,000 prize is awarded for hitting a hole-in-one!

Information: (910) 754-4766; brunswickfamily.org

NC Oyster Festival

Peace Day Southport

September 21 Celebrate International Day of Peace with Peace Day Southport. Beginning at 2 pm, the sixth annual commemoration will include an opening ceremony, peace songs, dances, children’s crafts and peace educational literature. This free event is cosponsored by the Peace Day Southport Committee and the City of Southport.

Information: email - Marjorie Jones, circle44016@att.net; southportnc.org

U.S. King Mackerel Tournament

October 3 to 5 Forty-one years ago a group of community leaders decided that they needed an event to showcase the great fall fishing in the Southport-Oak Island area. They started the U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament, and it’s now one of the largest kingfish tournaments on the East Coast. With 500 entrants, the tournament has a guaranteed prize structure.

The U.S. Open is part of the Southern Kingfish Association Mercury Tournament Trail. The public is welcome to enter the tournament or enjoy the festivities. Island Fever will provide live music on October 5 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Food and beverages will be available.

Information: (910) 457-5787 usopenkmt.com

Pink Ribbon Run

October 5 To ensure that no one fights cancer alone, the Pink Ribbon Run will take place at the beautiful Barefoot Landing Resort. Participants are able to take part in a 10K run/

October 19 & 20 Ocean Isle Beach transforms into a walking district offering a variety of oysters, foods, crafts, contests and musical performances. With the support of a dedicated committee of volunteers, the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, local businesses and Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce, the 39th annual NC Oyster Festival is a destination for fall fun.

Information: (910) 754-6644; ncoysterfestival.com

Spooktacular

October 25 Come dressed in your Halloween best and spend the evening celebrating the fall season with contests, live music, games and more. This free, family-friendly Halloween event at Oak Island Parks & Recreation offers booths with carnival-type activities and candy for children ages 13 and younger. Spooktacular kicks off at 5:30 pm.

Information: (910) 278-5518; oakislandnc.com

Scarrison House

October 25 & 26 Fort Johnston’s Garrison House at the Fort JohnsonSouthport Museum & Visitors Center transforms into the Scarrison House for Halloween. Be prepared to meet the ghosts of pirates, sea captains, soldiers, weeping women and more. History isn’t so scary … or is it? Sponsored by Brunswick Little Theatre, this is a fun time for all ages. It’s held from 6 to 10 pm both nights for teens and adults, and a special child-friendly version is held from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm on Saturday.

Information: townofsouthportnc.org

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

NC Festival by the Sea

October 26 & 27 NC Festival by the Sea, hosted annually by the Greater Holden Beach Merchant’s Association, is a coastal arts and crafts festival in the heart of Holden Beach. Featuring art by local craftsmen across a variety of media, and hosting live entertainment, this year’s Festival by the Sea is sure to delight visitors of all ages.

Information: greaterholdenbeachmerchants.com/nc-festival-bythe-sea/

Classic Cars ‘n Rock ‘n Roll

October 26 Cape Fear Cruisers’ sixth annual car show will take place in downtown Southport. The show is open to all cars and trucks, and more than 50 trophies and awards will be presented. Enjoy live music as you take part in the old-fashioned street dance. Wear your best Halloween costume because there will be a costume contest and a 50/50 drawing! The show starts at 10 am.

Information: capefearcruisers.com

Southport Wooden Boat Show

November 2 At the 10th annual event, boats will be displayed in and around the historic Old Yacht Basin in Southport. Visitors will be able to meet and talk with wooden boat makers and owners and to vote for their favorite boat for the People’s Choice Award. More boats, both in and out of the water, and more nautical/maritime vendors are expected at this year’s show, which has been growing every year.

Demonstrations, children’s activities and exhibits are planned along the waterfront, and the model boat exhibit will return.

Information: southportwoodenboatshow.com

The Great Pumpkin Blowout, November 2

Port Brunswick Days

October 26 & 27 Come to Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site for Port Brunswick Days and watch as living historians demonstrate what life was once like in this early port town on the lower Cape Fear. This event is free and fun for all ages.

Information: (910) 371-6613; email - shannon.walker@ ncdcr.gov

Fall Brawl King Classic

October 25 to 27 Fall Brawl King Classic brings fishermen and their families together for great food, fun and fishing. Join in the competition and give yourself a shot at winning cash or gift card prizes. Fish either Saturday or Sunday.

Information: oifc.com/tournaments#T6

Fall Festival Fun Fair

November 2 Join First Baptist Church of Boiling Spring Lakes for an event the whole family will enjoy. There will be a chili cookoff, a cake walk, games, arts & crafts, door prizes, a hayride and more. The fall festival starts at 11 am and will wrap up at 3pm.

Information: (910) 845-2169; fbcboilingspringlakes.org

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The Great Pumpkin Blowout

November 2 Has that jack-o-lantern on your front porch outlived its usefulness? Dispose of it in a unique and rather explosive way, implementing the same technology used to detonate Civil War era torpedoes. There is a fee per pumpkin, and you must bring your own, but you will get to press the button to detonate. Pumpkins with minimal carving offer the best explosions, but all types can be used. There is no cost if you chose not to participate but still want to watch. The event at Brunswick Town / Fort Anderson begins at 10 am.

Information: historicsites.nc.gov/events/great-pumpkinblowout-brunswick-townfort-anderson

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla, November 30

Downtown Southport Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 29 Come to Franklin Square Park as the holiday season kicks off with a countdown to the lighting of the big holiday tree.

Sing favorite Christmas songs and delight in the reading of “The Night Before Christmas.” Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and some holiday cookies. Refreshments will be served beginning at 4:30 pm, and the ceremony will start at 5 pm.

The event is free, however donations are appreciated.

Information: southportnc.org

Turtle Trot 5K

November 30 Bring your family, get some exercise and enjoy the natural beauty of Bald Head Island. At the BHI Conservancy’s Turtle Trot 5K, participants can run as fast or as slow as they’d like as they move through the island’s ancient maritime forest and over the pristine beaches. All proceeds support the BHI Conservancy’s mission of fostering community-based barrier island conservation, education and preservation, including their nationally recognized Sea Turtle Protection Program.

Information: email - lindegaard@bhic.org; bhic.org/turtle-trots

International Artisans Christmas Bazaar

November 8 Oak Island Evangelical Presbyterian Church (OIEPC) will host the International Artisans Christmas Bazaar on November 8. Proceeds will benefit artisans in undeveloped and underdeveloped countries.

Information: oipres.org

McLeod Health Cancer Benefit Golf Classic

November 8 & 9 The two-day tournament, held at Barefoot Resort & Golf in North Myrtle Beach, includes lunch on Friday, breakfast on Saturday, an awards luncheon on Saturday and beverages on the course. In addition, there will be a Friday evening Cancer Classic After–Play ParTee at the DYE Clubhouse for golfers and guests.

Information: (843) 390-8215; mcleodfoundation.org

St. James Artisans Holiday Boutique

November 8 & 9 The Artisans Holiday Boutique can make this year’s holiday shopping delightful. More than 60 artisans will offer their fine arts and crafts and will be on hand to answer questions. The St. James Artisans Holiday Boutique will run from 9 am to 4 pm both days at Market 614.

Admission is free.

Information: (703) 863-6631; email - spt4us@gmail.com

Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla

November 30 The 15th annual Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla will take place on Saturday, November 30. The boat parade lines up at 5:30 pm in front of Inlet View Bar & Grill. Once dusk has fallen and all the lights are on and ready to go, the boat will begin their way down the Intracoastal Waterway, ending at Sharky’s restaurant around 7 pm for awards and an after party. You will find excellent viewing spots between both restaurants, including the ending point in the commercial canal in front of Sharky’s Restaurant.

Information: (910) 612-779; oceanislebeachflotilla.com

Southport Winter Fest

December 7 to 14 Southport Winterfest is a collection of holiday events through the season in Southport. Celebrate Southport’s historic Southern and maritime charm with events for all ages. Over the course of seven days, there will be movie showings, a pet holiday party, the State Port Pilot Annual Cookie Contest, WinterFest Tour of Homes, the winter craft festival and so much more!

Information: (910) 457-7927; downtownsouthport.org

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BUSINESS BUZZ

BEMC Line Workers Places Third in Statewide Pole Top Rescue Competition

Double Ribbon Tying for BSRI Thrift Store and Homestyle Foods Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce held a double ribbontying ceremony on August 1 for the Brunswick Senior Resources,

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Ribbon Cutting for White Funeral & Cremation Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for White Funeral & Cremation on August 1. The business is located at 3660 Express Drive in Shallotte.

Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) is pleased to announce that Perry Sellers of Bolivia has been appointed by the BEMC Board of Directors to represent District #1 in Brunswick County and fulfill the remainder of the term of recently retired director Hubert Brittain. Sellers is a Brunswick County native who started his career in 1976 at Pfizer in Southport, where he worked in Human Resources and continued with the company as safety director and security manager after it was sold to Archer Daniels Midland in the ’90s. He retired last year after 42 years of service. Sellers’ contributions to the community include serving as a member of the Supply Fire Department and Coastline Rescue Squad and as an Emergency Medical Technician Examiner for the state. He currently serves on the Wilmington Area Mid Atlantic Safety Council Board of Directors.

Ribbon Tying for Dog Daze Pet Supply Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-tying ceremony and Kind Keeper no-kill animal rescue adoption event on August 2. For every 14 pound or larger bag of Taste of the Wild dog food purchased, a 5 pound bag was donated to a local animal

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Justin Ward, a first class line technician for Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation, placed third with a time of 1:45.94 minutes in North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives’ statewide Pole Top Rescue Competition on May 30 in Raleigh. The competition pits line workers against the clock and each other as they demonstrate the technical skills, safety knowledge and rescue procedures required to work on electric utility lines. Ward has worked in BEMC’s Whiteville district for seven years, and this is his second time representing Brunswick Electric in the statewide Pole Top Rescue competition in North Carolina. His third place finish out of 22 competitors earned him a $400 prize at the event. During the competition, each line worker must execute a scenario that finds a fellow worker unconscious atop a utility pole. The competitor, dressed in full climbing gear, must radio for help, scale 20 feet up the utility pole, lower a 105-pound mannequin and begin lifesaving procedures. All North Carolina electric cooperative line workers must complete this same scenario in less than five minutes to maintain their certification to work on the 103,000 miles of co-op lines across the state.

Inc. Thrift Store and Homestyle Foods. Homestyle Foods is at 5300 Main Street in Shallotte, while the BSRI Thrift Store is at 5302 Main Street in Shallotte.

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shelter. Dog Daze Pet Supply is located at 925-4 Seaside Road in Ocean Isle Beach.

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Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribboncutting ceremony for Rusty Hooks Dockside Grill, which is located on the Intracoastal Waterway near the G.V. Barbee Bridge at the South Harbour Village Marina, 4907 Fish Factory Road in Southport. New owners Cindy and James Capps are excited to open their doors to the public. They overlook the Intracoastal Waterway, where guests may kick back, enjoy the view and hit the pause button on life for a spell. Rusty Hooks Dockside Grill’s menu features fresh local seafood and generational recipes.

New Provider Joins Novant Health Family Medicine Pine Forest Novant Health is pleased to welcome Dr. Scott Girard to Novant Health Family Medicine Pine Forest in Oak Island. Girard joined the clinic in June and is accepting new patients. He is a boardcertified physician in internal medicine and earned his Bachelor of Arts in biology from Anna Maria College in Paxton, Massachusetts.

He received his doctor of osteopathic medicine degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Prior to joining Novant Health, Girard worked at Carolinas HealthCare System in Concord.

Dosher Memorial Hospital leaders, staff, volunteers, foundation members, board of trustee members and friends gathered in the Dosher Hospital Lobby on June 6 to commemorate the 89th anniversary of the opening of the hospital. The program featured remarks from Chairman of the Dosher Board of Trustees Dr. Scott Starks, Dosher Department of Medicine Chair Dr. Joe Pat Hatem, Dosher Hospital Foundation President Lynda Stanley and Dosher President and CEO Tom Siemers. The speakers focused on the history of the hospital, the accomplishments and contributions of founder Dr. J. Arthur Dosher, recognition of the hospital staff and volunteers, and acknowledgement the hospital’s role in the community and the medical services the hospital provides.

Terrie Priest Joins LCFH as Foundation Manager After 19 years of experience working with healthcare foundations, public relations and marketing, Terrie Priest has joined Lower Cape Fear Hospice as foundation manager. Priest has several decades of experience in communications and development, including 19 years working for Columbus Regional Healthcare System (CRHS), most recently as VP of marketing & community relations and director of the CRHS Foundation. Originally from Bladen County, she has

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at East Carolina University in Greenville. She completed her internal medicine and pediatrics residency at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville. Dr. Tackman received a Bachelor of Science from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, and completed medical school at Michigan State University in East Lansing. She completed her pediatric residency at the Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. At Novant Health Pediatrics Brunswick, Drs. Edwards and Tackman will provide preventive healthcare and comprehensive medical diagnosis and treatment to infants, children and adolescents. Pediatricians specialize in pediatric primary care, following young patients from birth through college age.

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McLeod Health Seacoast and McLeod Health Loris has received a certification affirming the hospitals are equipped to provide care to patients with acute stroke symptoms who seek life-saving treatment from the emergency department. The certification granted by DNV GL Healthcare, designates McLeod Health Seacoast and McLeod Health Loris as Acute Stroke Ready. McLeod Health Seacoast and McLeod Health Loris are two of the first hospitals in the state of South Carolina to become Acute Stroke Ready by DNV. DNV is a certification body that helps hospitals achieve excellence by improving quality and safety through hospital accreditation. Acute Stroke Ready hospitals are designed to be part of a larger stroke system of care. For any stroke patient needing ongoing care after the initial treatment that care would be provided within the McLeod Health system at the Primary Stroke Center, McLeod Regional Medical Center. McLeod became the first hospital in the region to become a certified Primary Stroke Center in 2014.

Novant Health Opens Pediatric Clinic in Brunswick County On August 21 Novant Health opened its first pediatric clinic in Brunswick County. Novant Health Pediatrics Brunswick is located at 20 Medical Campus Drive NW, Suite 205, in Supply and will be staffed by Dr. Kaylan Edwards and Dr. Lori Tackman. Dr. Edwards received a Bachelor of Science in chemistry and biology from Meredith College in Raleigh and completed medical school

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Southport Oak Island Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Intercoastal Roofing, located at 3966 Old Bridge Road in Southport. Intercoastal Roofing offers roofing services as well as painting and vinyl siding in the Oak Island, Southport and surrounding areas.

Colleen Rollo Earns Board Certification as Geriatric Clinical Specialist Dosher Physical Therapist Colleen Rollo recently earned her board certification as a Geriatric Clinical Specialist. This certification demonstrates Rollo’s specialized knowledge and advanced clinical proficiency in helping to provide the best care to geriatric patients.

In addition to passing a board exam, Geriatric Clinical Specialists are required to have worked 2,000 hours with geriatric patients, with 500 of those hours in the last three years. The geriatric specialty focuses on a whole patient approach as opposed to a medical diagnosis. Rollo earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree at American International College in 2012 and has been with Dosher since July of 2016.

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lived in Whiteville for 33 years.

Priest served as a member of the LCFH’s board of directors almost a decade ago. She has been involved with various LCFH Foundation events over the years, with Columbus Regional Healthcare System serving as a sponsor of many of the events. During her time in Whiteville, Priest has been involved with the Columbus Chamber of Commerce and the YMCA Steering Committee in Columbus County and has served as chair of the Vineland Station Depot Board. In her role with Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Priest will remain involved in community activities and will work out of Whiteville part-time, approximately one day per week. Priest and her husband, Fred, have two grown children, including a daughter who lives in Whiteville with Priest’s grandchildren: MacKenzie, 3 years old, and Campbell, 3 months old. Priest’s son, Evan, recently graduated from East Carolina University.

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McLeod Loris Seacoast Recognizes Merit Award Recipients McLeod Health Loris and McLeod Health Seacoast were pleased to announce their June Merit Award recipients: Lori Van Horn, RN, Surgical Services Educator; Dee Hoover, Registration Representative; Emily Kinlaw, RN, Med/Surg Unit; and Loretta Batten, Outpatient Surgery Unit Secretary.

They were presented with a Merit Award during a recognition event held June 27 at McLeod Health Seacoast. The Merit Award recognizes McLeod Health employees, volunteers and physicians who consistently exemplify Service Excellence standards and who also demonstrate and promote the McLeod Health mission, vision and values. Recipients are nominated by their coworkers and chosen by members of the McLeod Loris Seacoast Service Excellence Committee.

Tracy Branham is New Business Manager at Ocean Isle Museum Foundation Tracy Branham has been named business manager of the Ocean Isle Museum Foundation, Inc. (OIMF). Branham joined OIMF on August 5. OIMF oversees the Museum of Coastal Carolina in Ocean Isle Beach and Ingram Planetarium in Sunset Beach. Branham’s office is at the museum. Branham previously worked as facility coordinator and badging administrator for CBRE/Cisco in Raleigh.

McLeod Health welcomes Dr. Melissa Moona and Dr. Chue Xiong to the McLeod Loris Seacoast Hospitalist team.

Dr. Moona joins McLeod Health from West Valley Hospital in Goodyear, Arizona, where she practiced for the last five years.

Dr. Moona received her medical degree from St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.

She completed her residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.

Dr. Xiong joins McLeod Health from his residency at Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency/ CHS-Northeast in Concord.

He received his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Portsmouth, Dominica, W.I. A hospitalist is a specialized internal medicine physician who treats patients admitted to the hospital.

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Fourteen-year-old Skyla, 11-year-old twins Trinity and Lana and 9-year-old Journey enjoy helping their parents make business decisions for their family-owned company.

After all, it was because of their daughters that Nellie and Brian Harden created SeaGlass Designs, LLC. The Hardens started their glass-straw company after Nellie

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HOME AT HEART ON HOLDEN BEACH

By Jamie Penn

The day Marion first saw Buck, now her husband of 65 years, was also the day she started her first job, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She was instantly taken.

“He looked like a good dancer,” Marion says with a chuckle.

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And while, Marion says, looks in that case may have been deceiving, they were, nonetheless, happily married in 1954, seven years later.

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Ocean Isle Beach beer nuts celebrate the opening of an establishment that offers only good beer at reasonable prices.

Keith and Christa Berciunas were supposed to be in Colorado celebrating family birthdays on July 4. Instead, they were tending to thirsty and curious beer-loving customers at Ocean Isle Beach’s first mini-Bierhalle — a neat little place called Tap Time.

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As course offerings and enrollment continue to expand at the fine arts and crafts education center, Director Barbara McFall’s vision gains focus. She recalls the opening in 2015: “We offered only two courses in painting and pottery with an enrollment of 15 students.” Currently they offer more than 67 classes in the fine arts to more than 760 students.

That count is growing as the new semester begins this fall with an expanded curriculum.

HUMAN SLAVERY IN BRUNSWICK COUNTY SPARKS LOCAL SUPPORT CENTER

By Ed Beckley

This may come as a surprise, but Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation did not end slavery in our nation! Today, human slavery (or trafficking) is an internationally organized crime, generating $9.5 billion annually in the United States alone. North Carolina is eighth out of 50 states in the number of reported human trafficking cases. Brunswick County’s detention center in Bolivia currently houses women and men who have suffered such slavery and are accused of related sex crimes. If you were unaware of all this, you are not alone. However, local volunteers who combat modern slavery in Brunswick County want you to get smart about it, now, because they need the community’s support to end it here.

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Paula Welch, who would rather jump from an airplane than keep a regular office job, is strolling through her Southport shop, barefoot, explaining what makes her world beautiful.

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When it comes to Cardiac Rehabilitation, This is the Team You Want On Your Side.

Natalie Swiger, MSN, RN, CCRP Anna West, BS, EP Lynn Lancaster, RN

It takes team work to manage a heart condition. It begins with experienced clinicians, an exercise program, nutrition counseling, stress management, family support, and most importantly, a patient who is willing to make the effort.

The Dosher Cardiac Rehab group creates an individualized treatment plan just for you.

They provide the knowledge and tools you need to make healthy lifestyle changes which, in turn, help you get back to the life you were meant to be living.

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THE MUSIC MAN Jim Varno of Varno Musical Instrument Repair is back in the business of helping the music makers of southeastern North Carolina.

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Before school begins is a bustling season for many, and it’s no exception for Varno.

He is an instrument repair technician putting smiles on students’ faces by getting their beloved band instruments in tip-top condition.

THIS PLACE IS FOR THE BIRDS Cape Fear Parrot Sanctuary in Pink Hill is a peaceful refuge and retirement home for nearly 300 parrots.

By Melissa Slaven Warren Every Sunday morning, just as the sun is rising, players congregate at Leland Municipal Park Disc Golf Course, also known as The Church of the Frisbeetyrian, to play a round before the day begins.

By Annesophia Richards, Photos by Megan Deitz

Ces Erdman can’t remember a time when his life didn’t revolve around birds. Growing up in a household of avian enthusiasts, he owned his first pet parrot at the age of 3. His parents, both active members of a community bird club, at one point even ran a bird-sitting business from home. With so many childhood years spent surrounded by birds, Erdman’s current role as director and founder of the Cape Fear Parrot Sanctuary seems predestined.

CHURCH OF THE FRISBEETYRIAN By helping make Leland Municipal Park Disc Golf Course a reality and bringing newcomers to the sport, Leland Disc Golf Club signals the rise of disc golf in Leland.

TARHEEL TOURIST Sailing the Caribbean in a tall ship with Star Clippers Cruises is the ultimate way to escape the winter doldrums.

Story and Photos By Jason Frye

Welcome to Tarheel Tourist, a new quarterly feature for North and South Brunswick Magazines in which longtime contributor Jason Frye will inspire readers to explore North Carolina and beyond. Jason is the author of more than a dozen travel guides to North Carolina, the Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and throughout his travels he’s met fellow North Carolinians on every continent he’s visited. He’s sailed with Tarheels in Asia, Europe and South America, and he’s found that no matter where he goes, he’s not far from home.

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Salty, Spicy Shooters The world is your oyster when you down this delectable mouthful.

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This summer I was at a bar with friends and we decided to order the oyster shooters. The image on the menu was not very appealing, but I gave in to peer pressure because “everyone was doing it.” When the bartender lined them up on the bar for us, I was not very excited. The red concoction in the shot glass had a grey blob in the bottom, and I wondered whether I should throw it back all at once or chew first.

The grey blob was the oyster part of the shooter, and I opted to just toss it back all at once without chewing. The spicy, cool, tomato flavor filled my mouth as the salty oyster slid down. It was better than I thought; however, I knew I could make it exceptional. At home I played with various ingredients until the seafood-based shot was one that I truly enjoyed rather than simply endured.

People say not to eat oysters in months that don’t have an R in them, but that was before the implementation of oyster farms in N.C. waters. Now seafood markets sell great-tasting oysters all year round.

Try my version of the oyster shooter for a spicy shot that induces waves of coastal flavor and looks as complex as it tastes.

Sandi’s Spicy Oyster Shooters Makes 8 shooters

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1 cup vodka

Hot sauce to taste

½ cup tomato juice

Celery salt

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

8 shucked small oysters

¼ cup fresh lemon juice

Horseradish

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Small lemon wedges for garnish

Chopped fresh parsley

Wet the rims of 8 chilled shot glasses and dip rims into celery salt. Mix vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, pepper and hot sauce.

Place 1 oyster in each shot glass and evenly pour cocktail mixture over the oysters. Sprinkle each with parsley and evenly top with a dollop of horseradish and garnish each with a lemon wedges.

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WHAT’S COOKIN’

Taking the Cake Splurge on the jumbo lump meat for the tastiest crab cakes south of Maryland.

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We all know that Maryland is famous when it comes to crab cakes, but North Carolina is close behind in the crab cake competition. Did you know North Carolina offers some of the most flavorful crabs around? Blue crabs have historically been North Carolina’s most valuable commercial fishery. Blue crabs range from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico and occur regularly in waters where peak temperature reaches at least 68 degrees. They are sweet and considered a delicacy.

Crab meat is sold in four varieties: backfin, claw, lump or jumbo lump. Backfin consists of broken pieces of lump meat mixed with smaller pieces of the white body meat. Claw meat is darker in color and less sweet in f lavor when compared to lump or backfin. Lump crab is the white meat on the inside of the crab’s body and is the most sweet. My favorite is the jumbo lump, which is the same as lump but from much larger-sized crabs. Jumbo lump makes crab cakes that are plump

with chunks of meat, not fillers.

When it comes to enjoying crabs, I am partial to seasoning them with Old Bay. In my opinion, it is the key ingredient that makes this recipe so delicious. Old Bay is produced in Maryland and includes celery salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes and paprika, to name a few. It is a staple ingredient in my household, especially when preparing seafood.

The Sriracha Remoulade in this recipe is similar to Thousand Island dressing and brings a cool but spicy note to the dish. If you prefer much spicier foods, feel free to add more Sriracha. If you do not have red peppers, use green peppers. If you are trying to be more health conscious, use low-fat sour cream instead of mayonnaise.

People with gluten restrictions might want to use rice crackers instead of Ritz and rice flour instead of wheat flour. Don’t be afraid to tweak this recipe to your liking, and I hope you enjoy it!

Crab Cakes with Sriracha Remoulade Sauce Makes six cakes.

INGREDIENTS CRAB CAKE

SRIRACHA REMOULADE

1 pound jumbo lump crab meat

½ cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup crushed Ritz crackers

1 tablespoon horseradish

3 green onions finely chopped

1 tablespoon Sriracha

1 teaspoon garlic finely chopped

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

½ cup red bell pepper finely chopped ¼ cup Duke’s mayonnaise 2 eggs 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dry mustard Juice of ½ a lemon ½ tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning Flour, for dusting ½ cup vegetable oil

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 shallot finely chopped

METHOD CRAB CAKES Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix together everything except the oil and flour. With your hands, patty out six crab cakes and dust with the flour.

Place the cakes, in batches, in the hot pan and fry until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.

Remove the cakes and place on a broiler pan. Broil on high for 3 minutes.

Serve warm topped with Sriracha Remoulade.

SRIRACHA REMOULADE Combine all the ingredients in a serving bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve with the crab cakes.

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Bridging Past and Present To better reflect its mission, Old Bridge Preservation Society changes its name to Old Bridge Historical Society.

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The Old Bridge, an integral part of history of Sunset Beach, connected the mainland and the island from 1958 to 2010. It was the town’s heartbeat.

Sunset Beach resident Karen Dombrowski remembers a time when yachts and sailboats navigated the intracoastal waterway anticipating the Old Bridge opening – ten or more boats, waiting in line heading back to Florida. She called it “the changing of north to south” and it happened in October. It was always fun to see the goats on the adjacent island.

“I never felt inconvenienced by the Old

Bridge. It was my excuse to be late for church if the bridge was open,” chuckles Karen.

Ron Lim remembers visiting Sunset Beach with the grand kids. “I hoped the bridge would be open so the kids could see the structure open and close….it was special to them,” says Ron. The history of the Old Bridge was unique. Mannon C. Gore purchased the

Karen Dombrowski and Ron Lim reminisce about the days when the only way to drive on to Sunset Beach was via the pontoon swing bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway.

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Inside the tender house Ron Lim and Karen Dombrowski showcase many original items from the bridge’s operational days and souvenirs as well.

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The pontoon swing bridge consisted of a World War II surplus self-propelled barge (airtight canisters), which served as a means for vehicles to reach the island.

island in 1955, when Beach Drive was sand. He worked designing a pontoon swing bridge, building a causeway, and planning a town for several years.

The pontoon swing bridge consisted of a WWII surplus self-propelled barge (airtight cannisters) which served as a means for vehicles to reach the island. Gore’s home was adjacent to the bridge. From 1958 to 1961, people honked their horns or flashed headlights, coming and going – a signal for Gore to open the bridge.

Smitten with the breathtaking sunsets, Gore renamed the island Sunset Beach (formerly Bald Beach).

The State of North Carolina took over operation and maintenance of the bridge in 1961. Using Gore’s basic design, another pontoon swing bridge was built. Updates to the bridge were made in 1984, but a future bridge was planned due to safety concerns and access to the island, as well as increasing boat traffic.

The structure noted many bridge operators over the years. The most recent to operate controls in the Tender House was Roger McPherson. The Department of Transportation didn’t inform anyone, including Roger, when the Old Bridge was closing. They feared there would be a line of people waiting for their last sentimental drive over the bridge. In November 2010, the new Mannon C. Gore Bridge opened for traffic. Immediately after, the DOT informed Roger to close the old bridge. The anticipated event went out with a whisper.

A group of women felt the single-lane bridge was the icon of Sunset Beach and rallied to preserve its heritage. Karen Dombrowski, Ann Bokelman, and Chris Wilson formed the Old Bridge Preservation Society in the summer of 2010. After a long struggle to save the bridge, a 110 feet section (including both ramps, the middle span and the Tender House) was purchased from English Fall 2019

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Construction for $1. The company relocated the bridge to its current location on picturesque Shoreline Drive – property owned by Clarice and Ronnie Holden.

In the first few years, the society raised more than $50,000 from donations, thus enabling the women to restore the Tender House, and open it as a museum in 2014.

There are many original items in the Tender House – the desk, radio, electrical control box (gates and siren), OSHA safety books, boat logs, the central board, multiple tally denominator, report of ‘draw’ openings and traffic surveys, and other memorabilia. There’s even a letter from Chuck Franco, NCDOT, to the Sunset Swing Bridge Operators thanking them for keeping the ‘ole gal running.

“We get an interesting mix of people who come to visit the bridge.

Many come to visit an old friend. They enjoy revisiting a special place, reminiscing with their children who weren’t old enough to remember, or friends who never got to cross the Old Bridge. Others wish to see the building interior. Some come out of

curiosity. The Old Bridge was an iconic symbol of the place they loved,” Ann says. “Crossing the bridge meant you were on your way to relax and have fun. My husband and I always considered it a speed bump. It reminded us to let go of everyday cares and stresses so we could reset and recharge in this special place.”

Visitor testimonials are preserved in albums in the Tender House. One such memory is from Peter Lucas – “So long old friend – we’ll miss you. You brought a warmth and personality that got all of us into the ‘beach mood’ upon arrival.”

Another from Phillip Morris says, “As I sit and think of all the times over the past 35 years, I’ve visited Sunset Beach, the sound and feel of ‘The Bridge’ take over me. There is no better moment than driving up to the bridge knowing that Sunset Beach is just on the other side. The drive across greets us with the familiar clickety clack of boards underneath the vehicle.

I am going to miss it.”

The Old Bridge even served as a backdrop for Denis Catalano to propose to his girlfriend Jennifer.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH Old Bridge Historical Society continues to pay it forward through programs such as: • Christmas at the Old Bridge was the first event held after the bridge was saved. A special tradition since 2011, local high school choirs are the guests, performing a selection of seasonal songs, followed by a community carol sing. Always held in early December, fire pits set the scene for visitors to toast marshmallows, sip warm apple cider, and savor Christmas cookies.

• Continuing historical research – including collecting stories, photographs and mementos of the Old Bridge. If residents or visitors have something to contribute, please contact the society.

• Museum and gift shop hours change in the fall. (Open Wednesday from 1-4 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

• The society will be compiling a new cookbook, with a publication date of 2020 for their tenth anniversary as an organization. Please check the website on how to contribute a recipe and become a published author!

The Old Bridge, an integral part of history of Sunset Beach, connected the mainland and the island from 1958 to 2010. It was the town’s heartbeat.

If you’d like to see how you can get involved as a volunteer, help create new exhibits, or a fundraising event, please email theoldbridgesb@gmail.com .

The Old Bridge Museum and Gift shop houses treasures from the past — like the above replica of The Old Bridge and the Multiple Tally Denominator used for counting vehicles as they crossed — and keepsakes to remind you of your visit.

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They reminisced about hearing the horns sound, the arms dropping, as the Bridge Tender winked at them.

With all the memories and history tied to the beloved structure, current board members Ron Lim, Ann Bokelman and Karen Dombrowski felt this year was the time to connect the Old Bridge’s past with present. On May 15, 2019, the Old Bridge Preservation Society moved to officially

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change its name to Old Bridge Historical Society. The mission statement was written by Karen Dombrowski. ~ Bridging our history and future through education and preservation ~ “The word bridge has several meanings.

One of them is to connect two points. We are connecting the past and present at the Old Bridge. The new name accurately reflects our purpose and what we wish to continue emphasizing in our organization.

This is part of our mission and service to the community,” say the board members.

To celebrate the change, the public was invited to a formal ribbon cutting at the Old Bridge Museum and Interpretive Center on May 29 at which time the new name and logo was announced. A formal reception for guests on the Old Bridge followed. 

Want to get involved with Old Bridge Historical Society?

If you’d like to see how you can get involved as a volunteer, help create new exhibits or participate in a fundraising event, email theoldbridgesb@gmail.com.

The Old Bridge Historical Society (formerly Old Bridge Preservation Society) 109 Shoreline Drive W. Sunset Beach (910) 363-6585 theoldbridge.org

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Pickleball Promoter How Carol Harpster is nurturing the health and growth of pickleball in Brunswick County.

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Pick up your paddle and stay out of the kitchen.

If you play pickleball, that’s the lingo you’ll pick up, faster than this sport is sweeping courts across the states, indoors and out.

Here in Brunswick County, Carol Harpster is responsible for amping up the pace of pickleball popularity. As the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) District Ambassador for eastern North Carolina, Harpster helps to promote the sport throughout the district’s 28 North Carolina counties, from Brunswick County in the south to Gates County in the north.

Before her newest appointment, she served as the pickleball ambassador for southern Brunswick County for several years. All duties are voluntary.

Left: Carol Harpster, pictured with her husband and pickleball partner, Rick, is the USA Pickleball Association District Ambassador for eastern North Carolina.

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The brainchild of former U.S. Representative Joel Pritchard of Washington State, pickleball was born in 1965 as a cure for his children’s boredom one Saturday afternoon. It’s said the name comes from either (pick one): Joan, Pritchard’s wife, who said the game, a combination of sports, reminded her of the pickle boat in crew whose oarsmen were chosen from the leftovers of other boats; or the Pritchards’ family dog, Pickles, who would chase the ball and run off with it.

Some say the name is a meshing of both.

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I’m basically here to support each of the 11 ambassadors ... And to promote this wonderful sport along the coast.

“I’m basically here to support each of the 11 ambassadors within the district and recruit more,” she says. “And to promote this wonderful sport along the coast.”

The latest progressive accomplishment here in the area is the opening of six new pickleball courts at Ocean Isle Beach Park in June, as part of the improvements made

by Brunswick County Parks and Recreation.

That’s six more courts in addition to the 15,000 indoor and outdoor courts already open for play across the country (at least one in all 50 states), as reported by USAPA.org.

More impressive is the number of players hitting those pickleball courts: more than 2.5 million participants in the United States.

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According to the USAPA, that’s a 650 percent increase in participants over the last six years.

Why the robust stats? While pickleball has scored its fastest growth among the Baby Boomers, it’s really for all ages and is working its way into the collective competitive spirit of younger generations.

Don’t let the “pickleball is only for seniors” stereotype fool you; this is not your average grandmother’s hobby, like bridge or knitting.

You definitely break a sweat and increase your heart rate. In fact, a blog on usapa.org shared that one player, who wears a fitness tracker during matches, said two hours of pickleball is the same as walking 4 miles.

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HOW DO YOU PLAY PICKLEBALL? ickleball combines the P elements of tennis, badminton, racquetball and ping-pong — except the court is about half the size of a tennis court, the net is lower than both badminton and tennis nets, the racquet is actually a solid paddle, and the ball is like a baseball-sized whiffle ball (which makes it a challenge to coordinate your swing with the slight bounce). layers serve underP handed below the hips from behind the baseline cross-court (like tennis) and behind the kitchen, or 7-foot box area that’s just behind the net.

“It’s addicting because it’s so much fun and competitive,” Harpster says, “but at the same time, it’s easier on the body than other sports.”

That said, Harpster and her husband and pickleball partner, Rick, consistently play about six days a week on courts in Brunswick County and North Myrtle Beach.

Rick is one of four USAPA ambassadors in Horry County, South Carolina.

The husband-and-wife team recently taught my two tweens and me a thing or two on a local pickleball court. Besides

showing us the hand-eye coordination and cardio the sport provides, the two also demonstrated the passion (and patience) they have for sharing their love for pickleball.

“It really changed our lives,” Harpster says. “It’s something we can do together because I didn’t like golf. It keeps us active, and we’ve made so many friendships on and off the court. It’s a social sport!”

Harpster says she’s been playing for more than a decade and introduced Rick to pickleball after he couldn’t play volleyball

he receiving side must T let the ball bounce once before hitting it, and when the ball is returned to the serving side, the ball must again bounce before being hit. he game’s volley can T now ensue, with players moving up behind the kitchen, and ball play always happening behind the kitchen to avoid spiking. ach game is played to 11 E points and must be won by two points.

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like he used to. Over the years she’s competed in a tally of tournaments, among them the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George, Utah, where she took home two gold medals.

Here along the coast, she was one of the original players to bring the game to North Myrtle Beach and into Brunswick County. In 2009 Joe Gullo, a snowbird from New York, offered to teach pickleball to local Fran Jenkins and a group of friends, and today, that small group has grown hundreds of picklers in North Myrtle Beach and Brunswick County.

“And we’re always trying to expand it even more by talking to new senior living communities, HOAs, rec centers and schools to get pickleball into gym class,” Harpster says.

After much encouragement and praise during my lesson with the Harpsters, their only request for this rookie was: “We want to see you playing again! Don’t stop playing!”

And that’s how these pros continue to grow pickleball in Brunswick County. 

Want to play or watch pickleball?

If you want to catch some local pickleball tourney action, the upcoming national tournament, Paddle at the Beach, takes place September 15 to 17 at the J. Bryan Floyd Community Center in North Myrtle Beach.

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Sharing the Road Street-legal golf carts are soaring in popularity in Southport.

BY CAROLYN BOWERS

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It was only a few years ago that an elderly man or woman driving around Southport in a golf cart caused heads to turn and people to smile. Street-legal golf carts were considered a rarity, a novelty and maybe even a toy. But not anymore. According to Southport Police Chief Todd Coring, the number of registered golf carts has grown from 80 to 300 in just the last 10 months. Ask the owners why they bought them and why they love them and you get a whole range of answers.

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The most frequently mentioned answer is simply that they are fun to drive. Ease of parking was probably the second most often mentioned reason for their popularity. One of the instructors at the Senior Resource Center uses it to get to work because she can park it right on the pavement in front of the building.

And the owner of Cat on a Whisk in Southport likes to park hers on the stone walkway in front of her store to free up a parking spot for her customers. The American Fish Company has several designated parking places for golf carts only. And they ensure compliance with a sign that reads “Golf Cart Parking Only.

All others will be clubbed.” How’s that for a threat?

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The owners of All in Bloom in Southport use theirs to advertise their business. The name All in Bloom Garden Center & Landscapes, along with their phone number, is prominently displayed on the side of their eye-catching red and black cart.

Cades Cove resident Nola Taylor uses hers to get to the Cades Cove pool when her daughter and grandchildren visit, even though her house is within walking distance of the pool. “It’s easier to transport all their pool toys and equipment, and they enjoy the ride,” she says.

Other reasons for owning a golf cart are that they are eco-friendly, nostalgic, relaxing and remind us of

the slower, quieter days of yesteryear.

Some are even styled after the classic cars. A favorite for anyone older than age 70 is the 1950s red Ford Mustang convertible, available from Golf Cart Outlet in Wilmington.

Over the years, the golf cart buyer demographic has changed. Street-legal carts, technically referred to as LSVs (low speed vehicles), are no longer owned solely by old folks. According to Alex Yeniscavich, manager of Golf Cart Outlet in Southport, retirees are still the predominant buyers, but more and more younger folks and even millennials are having fun with them.

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The rental cart business is also thriving. Most customers are tourists, but some local residents rent them when they want a new and different way to entertain their guests.

Several golf cart owners have decorated their cart. Tracy Beaulieu admits to having a thing about flamingos, so she put a bright pink one with a matching wind spinner behind her bright pink cart. Other carts have a patriotic theme or a beach look or they support a sports team. Stuart Callari has a protective covering around hers. “I drive it all year round and it’s also good for those quick pop-up storms we get in the summer,” she says.

Anyone thinking about buying one of these fun vehicles needs to know that they are under pretty much the same regulations as a car. You must have a valid driver’s license. You need to have either a license plate from the DMV or

a sticker from the Southport police department. However, even if you have the DMV plate, you are still asked to register your cart with the City of Southport and get a sticker. It’s free if you have already had it inspected by the state and have a license plate; the registration costs $25 if you don’t because the city will inspect it for you.

You need to have DOT approved tires, seat belts, mirrors, reflectors, head, tail

and brake lights, turn signals, windshield wipers, a speedometer and a horn. You cart dealer will provide you with a NC ID number, much like the automobile VIN number.

And you need to have insurance.

When you get your sticker from the City of Southport, you will also be given a brochure that explains all the rules and regulations. Essentially your license plate or sticker enables you to go on any public street that has a posted speed limit of 35 mph or less.

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Regular LSVs are not allowed on the beach; however, there are specially designed wheelchair street legal carts that have extrawide tires, and these are allowed on the beach in certain designated areas as long as they have a handicapped sticker.

As with regular cars, it is against the law to drive a LSV if you have been drinking. Fair warning: Due to the enormous increase in LSVs in Southport, the police are enforcing the rules more conscientiously than they have in the past.

In addition to the rules and regulations, most drivers have their own courtesy code. They know they are slower than automobile traffic, so they pull over to the right side of the road to let a car pass them. But there are still some pedestrians and automobile drivers who wish LSVs had never been invented. Well, they have, they are legal, and they are here to stay. So now the goal is for LSV and automobile drivers and pedestrians to share the road and establish a friendly and safe coexistence. 

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FUTURE 10 Meet 10 of the talented young professionals who are the future leaders of Brunswick County.

Leaders come in all shapes and sizes, and they inspire us to challenge, create, innovate and contribute. In this annual feature on the emerging leaders of Brunswick County, we present the Future 10 — all of them younger than 40.

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Kimberly Britt acquired her professional contractor’s license when she was just 22. Josh Torbich was addicted to heroin before becoming executive director of Brunswick Christian Recovery Center, and Kristina Clemmons was a dance instructor before becoming a mental health champion. They are among the emerging professionals who made this year’s Future 10. Also included are leaders from ATMC, Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, Century 21 Sweyer & Associates, Brunswick Community College, Bill Clark Homes,

Trufit Gym and McCumbee McAleer Racing.

Seven years ago, Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce introduced the first Future 10 leaders. Each year since, the chamber and South Brunswick Magazine have continued to recognize 10 new leaders as part of this esteemed group, all of whom live up to the chamber’s motto of “Building Community and Supporting Business.”

This isn’t a competition, but rather a nomination-based search in which we invited coworkers, supervisors, employees, business owners, friends and family to recommend exceptional

men and women younger than age 40 who not only contribute to the current and future success of our county with a proven commitment to excellence in their careers, but also provide inspiration and leadership for other young people.

In the following pages you’ll learn their stories, dreams and goals and come to see that they, like the Future 10 nominees before them, are champions for their communities and committed to making a positive impact on Brunswick County.

Without further ado, here are the 2019 future leaders of Brunswick County.

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TREY BABSON

CREW CHIEF McCumbee McAleer Racing Age: 21

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t just 21 years old, Trey Babson has been from California to Canada and everywhere in between. As the crew chief for McCumbee McAleer Racing, Babson travels with the drivers and team to 12 races a year from January to September.

“Seeing the county is the best part of my job,” he says. “I’ve met new people from all over the world, like Scotland, England and Hungary.”

As the youngest crew chief of record in the division of road course racing in the Global MX5 Cup Series (sanctioned by Indy Car), Babson shoulders a huge responsibility. He oversees

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all aspects of managing the cars, from knowing how they handle on a specific track and putting them on the scales to checking the alignment and making any adjustments or repairs before they get on the track. This aptitude comes naturally.

Since childhood, he has been interested in finding out how things work — specifically, mechanical things.

“I could take anything apart and put it back together,” Babson says. “My mom always encouraged me and told me I should do something where I’m working with my hands.”

Not only does Babson have to understand the inner workings of the car, but also he has to know the drivers and be in

constant contact. He listens to them, watches for track position, monitors car performance, anticipates tweaks to make and helps calm the drivers if they get frustrated. Like any good crew chief, he steps up and takes on a leadership role to help the drivers succeed on the track.

Babson’s leadership skills are no accident. He credits his mother as the “absolute best life coach any kid could have.” And his dad, who owns his own construction company, taught him to “find something you love doing and make it happen.” Babson says both his parents were tough on him growing up, and now he can appreciate what they were doing for him. “They taught

me that hard work goes a long away. And it’s a blessing because I love what I do.”

Though much of Babson’s time is spent on the race track, he volunteers during his off months at a local horse ranch that provides shelter and healthcare to horses that have been rescued from distressed situations. He helps get them healthy and happy again, ready for a second chance at life.

Of being nominated as part of the Future 10, Babson says, “It caught me by surprise. I think it’s really cool that I can be part of something like this.”

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KIMBERLY BRITT

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passion for construction and the outdoors combined with an entrepreneurial spirit — that’s what motivated 34-year-old Kimberly Britt to start her own construction company, Britt Steel Buildings.

“My daddy owned his own business when I was growing up,” Britt says. “I knew that’s what I wanted to do. I love being self-employed.”

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business, building approximately 25 buildings a year in Brunswick, New Hanover, Horry and Onslow counties.

Born and raised in Brunswick County, Britt is inspired by the ever-evolving makeup of the surrounding communities and believes it’s an exciting time to have a business here. “There was nothing here when I was younger,” she says. “But with more people moving here, things are growing and different kinds of people are coming. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. This is home.”

When she’s not managing several crews, making jobsite

visits or meeting new customers, Britt finds time to get involved in the community. She is a member of the Pilot Club of South Brunswick Islands, an organization that works to improve the lives of those affected by brain-related disorders.

In addition, she is an active member of the Rotary Club of Shallotte, in which she serves as treasurer and is heavily involved in its annual fundraiser, Las Vegas Night.

Surprised by her nomination for the Future 10, Britt hopes to inspire other future leaders to start their own businesses.

She admits it’s tough owning your own business. “I’ve

developed a backbone over the years, and I used to stress a lot,” she says.

In the early years, Britt says it was a challenge being a woman in construction, and she wondered if she was being taken seriously. But she soon realized that once her customers knew that she knew what she was talking about, it became business as usual. Even with all the challenges of business ownership, Britt says, “If I had to do something else for a living, I wouldn’t even know what it would be. This is what I want to be doing.”

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KRISTINA TAYLORCLEMMONS

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n another life, Kristina Taylor-Clemmons, assistant director at Coastal Horizons Center (CHC), was a dance instructor. She helped her students hone their craft through challenging dance techniques and choreography. But it was one teenage student in particular who would challenge Taylor-Clemmons’ own career aspirations.

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work with children and help them with their mental health needs. “I felt that this was where I was needed and what I was supposed to be doing,” she says. She changed her major to psychology and became a counselor.

Taylor-Clemmons, who grew up in Brunswick County, began her internship at CHC during graduate school in 2010.

After earning her master’s degree in mental health counseling, she became an outpatient therapist at CHC, specializing in office-based counseling services for children ages 3 to 9. Over the last seven years, she has also served on the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council for Brunswick County

to address the needs of at-risk youth.

In August of 2018 Taylor-Clemmons was recognized for her hard work and dedication to CHC and promoted to assistant director. In her new role she oversees the administrative aspects of the mental health and substance abuse facility, maintains a small patient caseload, handles community outreach, manages the Brunswick County school contract and supervisors the other therapists. She enjoys mentoring new therapists, helping them find out where their passion in mental health lies and helping them achieve it.

What really matters to Taylor-Clemmons as a mental

health professional is taking the stigma and shame away from substance abuse. “It’s an opportunity to encourage people to get treatment,” she says. “The reluctance to get help comes mostly from the fear of ‘What would my community think of me if they knew I had a substance abuse problem?’”

Taylor-Clemmons’ Future 10 recognition makes her “very honored and very excited.” As a native of Brunswick County, she is even more grateful that she’s able to give back in such a way.

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LANA FISCHER

ACCOUNTING MANAGER ATMC Age: 32

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ana Fischer originally planned on becoming a pharmacist.

She was a chemistry major at Meredith College in Raleigh until she took an accounting class in her junior year. “Something just clicked in that class, and that’s what I decided I wanted to do.” She earned her degree in accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant.

It took just three years for Fischer to ascend from accountant to accounting manager at ATMC. She supervises six employees and is responsible for budgeting, financial statements, inventory tracking and program and strategy development. She was instrumental in applying for grant funding to provide service for underserved areas in ATMC’s communications footprint, such as schools, community centers, churches, small businesses and farms.

A native of Brunswick County, Fischer grew up in Ocean Isle Beach. Living in Raleigh while in college was alluring.

She loved the city, the tall buildings and everything that was available to her. But the thought of living that far away from the beach was not appealing. “I saw these people who worked hard all week just to come to the beach on the weekends,” she says, and she didn’t want to be one of those people. “I grew up here. I decided this is where I wanted to be, back at the beach.”

It’s not just the beach that brought Fischer back to Brunswick County. It’s the smallness of the community that makes it possible to feel part of something.

“Our county is growing, and there are lots of opportunities for people to build a business, be part of a business or just be involved in the community,” she says.

The Future 10 nod was “honestly, a surprise,” she says. “It’s nice to see that someone recognized me for my hard work and

what I’m doing.”

And she couldn’t imagine doing anything else. “I know this sounds nerdy, but when I’m working on a problem and the numbers just come out right the first time, I get really excited,” she says with a laugh. But it’s not just the numbers that keep Fischer at ATMC. “I enjoy working here. I love the atmosphere, and I love the team I have.”

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KRISTIN GETTLEMAN

GENERAL MANAGER TruFit Gym, Shallotte Age: 30

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fter Kristin Gettleman had worked at Gold’s Gym in Fayetteville for only eight months, her supervisor saw leadership qualities in her and asked her to move to Shallotte to manage a gym.

“I thought they said Charlotte,” she says with a laugh. “I got to Shallotte and there were no skylines!” But after four and a half years here, the self-described “mountain person” has taken to the beach, getting her diver certification, learning to surf and paddleboard and volunteering for local sea turtle protection organizations.

Rebranded as TruFit Gym, but still owned by the same

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owners, the fitness center continues to thrive under Gettleman’s management. She is the longest-serving manager at the Shallotte location, and that consistency attracts staff and clients. Her leadership and drive and her own personal story inspire members to get healthier.

“I know how it feels to not be confident about yourself,” Gettleman says. “I was overweight with diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.” After joining the gym and getting her health back on track, she decided to work in the fitness industry.

As the manager and fitness director of TruFit, Gettleman’s

day-to-day responsibilities are always changing. She starts every morning with a coffee run for her staff to help them kick-start their day. Whether she’s managing her staff of 20, handling customer service and sales inquiries or overseeing safety and regulations, her 60- to 70-hour workweeks are long but never dull. It’s the knowledge that she’s helping to change lives on a daily basis that sustains her motivation.

“We’re getting individuals in the best shape they can be,” she says. “I’d rather help people take care of their bodies now so they don’t have to pay for it when they’re older. I’ve been in their shoes, and if I can do it, anyone can.”

Gettleman’s Future 10 award leaves her “humbled and thankful,” and not regretting the move she made to Shallotte nearly five years ago. “As small as the community is, it’s still big. And it’s humbling to know that both my members and my staff who nominated me think so highly of me,” she says.

When she’s not at work, Gettleman enjoys volunteering at food banks and community trash pick-ups and is a Sunday Bible school study teacher at Coastal Church. Her passion is preserving sea turtles. “I even have a full sleeve tattoo of sea turtles,” she says.

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DANA KING

REAL ESTATE BROKER Century 21 Sweyer & Associates OWNER Inspirations Dance Centre Age: 36

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hen she’s not helping her clients find their dream homes, managing her investment properties or keeping up with her three daughters’ busy schedules, Dana King, real estate broker for Century 21 Sweyer & Associates, can be found running the business side of her dance studio, Inspirations Dance Centre, in Boiling Spring Lakes. King purchased and resurrected the dance studio with the hope of increasing awareness and access to the performing arts in Brunswick County.

“The amount of visual artists we have in our communities is

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outstanding,” King says. “We just don’t have a lot of performance art features.” In addition to dance, the studio offers a Combative Concepts curriculum, which teaches self-defense and confidence-building for children and adults.

A self-described “serial entrepreneur,” King and her husband have opened and sold businesses over the last 20 years, beginning as real estate investors. Owning her own rental properties attracted her to the world of commercial real estate.

“I like having my hands on the pulse of real estate in the area,” King says. “I want my clients to know everything that’s

on the market, whether it’s foreclosures, new construction or existing homes, so I can best match them to properties.”

King sees herself getting into the development side of real estate in the future, possibly building affordable housing for the growing communities. “As someone who owns rental properties, I see first-hand the large need for affordable housing,” she says.

As King sees it, the future of Brunswick County couldn’t be brighter. “There is the rural part of the county that reminds me of the farm I grew up on in Whiteville, and when mixed with

the beach, it’s an unbelievable place to live,” she says. She believes it’s those characteristics that attract new retirees to the area, “bringing with them culture from the Northeast, so we get a mix of Northern culture and Southern charm.”

Humble by nature, King says she is usually embarrassed when the spotlight shines on her. But being named as part of this year’s Future 10 put things in a different perspective. “It was such a nice surprise and a complete honor. I’m at a place in my life right now where I’m ready to step into the recognition.”

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ERIC LANK

NEW HOME CONSULTANT Bill Clark Homes Age: 39

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ric Lank is both inspired by the growth of Brunswick County and heartened by the nostalgic character of Sunset Beach that “reminds a lot of people of the beaches they grew up going to.” It’s the small town feel that first attracted him to the area. Lank grew up in Pennsylvania, but he and his wife, Kim, vacationed here while they were college students at Penn State. After graduating, they decided to make the move to Brunswick County a permanent one in 2002 and are now raising their two daughters, McKenzie and Mya. Lank helps others find their own slice of paradise in the area.

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As the new home consultant for Sunset Ridge, a Bill Clark Homes community in Ocean Isle Beach, he not only helps homebuyers find their forever home, but also promotes all that Brunswick County has to offer — especially for retirees, since that’s the majority of his clients.

“I love talking with people who are considering moving to our area about how much Brunswick County has to offer,” Lank says. “From the restaurants to the beaches to golf to a much more laid-back lifestyle. And, of course, lower taxes are good too!”

From day one, before the first house was constructed, Lank has been with Bill Clark Homes. His first career stop was as a seventh-grade science teacher at Shallotte Middle School. But after friends and his wife began getting involved in real estate, he left the classroom and switched careers. Now, 12 years later, the Sunset Ridge community has almost sold out, and thanks to Lank and the Sunset Ridge team, more than 350 homeowners have their dream homes.

As the face of the Sunset Ridge community, Lank feels that he’s not only helped people find homes, but also created

friendships. In his position he enjoys meeting diverse people with many different life experiences. From “law enforcement to teachers to entrepreneurs, they all come with unique stories,” he says.

Lank’s Future 10 nomination has him feeling honored and part of a community. “To be thought of as someone who is qualified for this type of recognition is amazing,” he says.

“There is such a sense of unity here. Everybody looks after one another. That’s what community means.”

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JOSH TORBICH

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brunswick Christian Recovery Center Age: 28

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osh Torbich, executive director of Brunswick Christian Recovery Center (BCRC), is recognized locally as an expert in addiction recovery. He is also the vice chairman of Brunswick County’s first Opioid Task Force.

Torbich’s leadership, innovation and compassion make him well-suited for both of these positions. But making him even more qualified is his personal story.

“I came through the program,” Torbich says. “I was horribly addicted to heroin and opioids. Through word of mouth, I found out about BCRC.” Lacking resources, support, ambition or great expectations for the outcome, Torbich became a 80

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resident and got sober when he was just 22 years old.

Six years after completing the program, Torbich has found his purpose. The directors asked him to stay on after his recovery, and for two years he worked tirelessly to give back to BCRC. Now, as the leader, Torbich has instilled GED and work-study programs, provided healthcare and dental coverage for residents and established partnerships with The United Way, NASCAR and PGA as well as local mayors, county commissioners and churches. He also leads the volunteer programs, a major part of BCRC’s program.

Most notably, Torbich is responsible for directing the center’s

2019 capital expansion campaign. The expansion will increase the center’s single campus that houses 15 men to three campuses, including a campus just for women, The Rose Campus, the first of its kind in Brunswick County. When the expansion is complete, the residential program will support more than 50 men and women at a time in their recovery.

Although Torbich’s responsibilities don’t give him as much time for direct contact with the residents these days, he deeply values the people in the program. In the end, the hard work is all for them. “I want to motivate them and show them that a stable living environment and a good job are possible,” he says.

“I want to convince them that a future is possible.”

Humbled by the Future 10 recognition, Torbich doesn’t look at himself “as someone who meets the description” of a Future 10 leader. “I’m just the middle man. God surrounded me by great people who know how to do specific things to make all of this work,” he says.

When Torbich isn’t working hard to secure funding for BCRC’s expansion, he’s spending time with his girlfriend and his parents outdoors boating and fishing. “I also do motivational speaking for companies and organizations, as well as speaking to youth groups.”

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DARYL TURLINGTON HOSPITALIST

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center Age: 31

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aryl Turlington lives by the mission of his employer, Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center: Improve the health of our communities, one patient at a time. As a hospitalist physician assistant, Turlington works collaboratively with physicians to provide compassionate care for patients while they are in the hospital, improve their health and seamlessly transition them back to their primary caregiver after they are discharged.

With thousands of hours of medical training, Turlington understands that the key to improving his patients’ healthcare is building relationships with them. “We have to put their needs first

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without trying to force change on them,” he says. “I’m just here to serve them and to be a small part of their healthcare journey.”

A native of Wilmington, Turlington earned his bachelor’s degree from UNC Chapel Hill with the intention of being an MRI technologist. After working in that field in Richmond, Virginia, for three years, he wanted to have a more active role in patient care. In 2013 he enrolled in the Physician Assistant Program at Duke University — the birthplace of the physician assistant profession, first established in 1965. After graduating from the program in 2015 with his master’s degree, Turlington relocated to Brunswick County to work for Novant.

Physician assistants, or PAs as they are referred to, practice evidence-based medicine with physicians to diagnose illness, develop and manage treatment plans and prescribe medications.

The vision behind the Duke PA program is to create leaders in the PA profession who are dedicated to their communities and devoted to positive change.

Turlington believes that local healthcare providers are an “extension of the patient’s family,” and an integral part of the community.

“There is such a sense of community here,” he says. “When residents get sick, the best way we can help them is by keeping them close to their families and their homes while we treat them.”

For his recognition as part of this year’s Future 10, Turlington is driven “to serve the community even more.” He

does just that when he volunteers for two shifts a month at the New Hope Clinic in Bolivia. The free clinic provides medical services to uninsured and low-income patients. A dedicated caregiver, Turlington tracks the results and personally follows up with his New Hope patients instead of leaving it for the next provider on duty.

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ELIZABETH WASSUM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Brunswick Community College Foundation Age: 29

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lizabeth Wassum, Executive Director of Brunswick Community College Foundation, loved everything about her own college experience. “I was involved in so many different organizations and student services,” she says. “Everything I had time for, I did.” A graduate of Emory & Henry College, a private liberal arts college in Emory, Virginia, Wassum is dedicated to her role of enriching the Brunswick Community College (BCC) students’ experiences.

Vital to the educational success of the students is the college’s ability to provide financial assistance for courses, books and fees. As the Executive Director, Wassum plays a significant role in securing funding by connecting the community with the students. Through fundraising, scholarships and partnerships with businesses, individuals, alumni, faculty and staff, as well as on- and off-campus outreach

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programs, Wassum helps to sustain BCC’s tradition of providing quality education so that students can graduate and contribute to the growth, development and future of the county.

Seeing the transformation in the students year after year is what inspires Wassum. She knows that removing some of the financial burden of paying for school allows students to focus on their courses and strike a balance in their school, work and personal lives.

“So many of our students are first-generation college students,” she says. “Being able to provide scholarships through donors changes their lives. It’s so important for us to make education accessible.”

When Wassum first graduated from college, she worked in the food industry for three years.

While there, she learned that many of her colleagues were taking classes at a nearby community college. For the first time, she saw how important the flexibility, affordability and accessibility of community colleges are. When she and her husband moved to Brunswick County, she knew that she wanted to get back into higher education, specifically at the community college level.

Students of all ages and backgrounds can transform their lives through the community college system, she says. “We offer both curriculum and continuing education and workforce development classes, which are so important to our

county. If you are unemployed or underemployed, you can pursue a career pathway or degree program and learn a valuable new skill.”

Being recognized as a Future 10 leader reinforces Wassum’s passion for the community. “It’s a huge honor to be considered among future leadership here,” she says. “I love helping students build a future through the college.”  Fall 2019

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Brunswick County’s rapid pace of growth is stretching local building contractors to the limit, all due to one problem — a lack of skilled labor. The need is so severe that the N.C. Commerce Department granted Brunswick County $400,000 over a two-year period to educate every willing adult in one or more of the traditional construction trades — welding, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry and HVAC. Brunswick Community College (BCC) is administering the grant, known as Pathways to Progress, and administrators are working hard to get the word out.

The beauty of the grant is that it provides absolutely free schooling to individuals who are at least 18 years old. It pays for tuition, books, transportation, emergency needs, thirdparty testing fees, credentials fees and more. The program will also help students with soft skills such as proper interview attire and interview performance. Another plus is that the training is intensive and quick, providing a lot of skills in a short period.

A recent gift of $200,000 from W.J. and Sibyl McLamb will be used by BCC to purchase tooling and equipment needed to train at BCC for national certifications as well as a van which can take the equipment to job sites, manufacturers and other places where on-the-job training can occur.

“We’re getting calls saying ‘We need employees ASAP,’” says Greg Bland, vice president of continuing education & workforce development for BCC. “We don’t lock them in for two years. They need the basics and the credentials.”

The downside of the Pathways to Progress grant is that the money is only available for two years. Anyone interested must jump into the program before the April 2021 expiration.

Working in concert with NCWorks Local Innovation Fund and Brunswick County Homebuilders Association, BCC has identified several employers who will guarantee job interviews to graduates. “The college is very receptive to community-based projects that provide instruction outside of the campus,” Bland says.

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storm intensified an already bad situation in the labor force, Bland notes.

“Tourism and hospitality are the backbone of this county,” he says. “If we don’t have the infrastructure, people won’t come. We also continue to see an inf lux of retirees coming here to live. Finding the workers to build their houses has been a problem.”

Bland quotes recent N.C. Department of Commerce stats for Brunswick County: 130,000 residents with a median age of 52. Only 50,000 are working. Only 1,900, or 2 percent,

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True story: There’s a problem with the toilet in a newly purchased house. The owner calls a well-known local plumber. “I’d love to help you,” says the plumber, “but I can’t possibly get to it any sooner than six months. I simply don’t have enough help.”

know how to build anything. “This is scary,” he says. Bland blames perception for much of the problem, and so do others.

“Part of the problem is that students, their families and high school guidance counselors are so focused on attaining a four-year degree that they don’t explore other options, Talbot Gee of Heating, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) trade association told writer Matthew Dembicki for Community College Daily. To reach students and their parents, HARDI has made a documentary that follows the careers of several young people in trade jobs. The group hopes the film will be available on Netflix later this year. If the problem persists, Gee expects price increases. Air-conditioning, for example, could move “from a staple technology to a luxury item,” he says.

“It’s American for parents to tell their kids they need to do better,” Bland says. “Considering the potential lifetime earnings

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possible in construction, we may be doing our kids a disservice. There is a career ladder, but they don’t see it. You don’t just hammer shingles until you die. There are opportunities to grow and supervise and make a strong living wage.”

Betsy Braddock, owner of Braddock Built Renovations, agrees. She is always looking for employees in her business.

“Years ago, our parents and grandparents told us that everyone who wanted to succeed in this country had to get a four-year degree at minimum,” she says. “We almost frowned upon anybody in the labor field. So we’ve done this to ourselves. We’ve got to undo it ourselves.”

Braddock says she’s on a mission to make construction sexy again. “I started in this company from the bottom,” she says. “I worked on job sites, I picked up trash. I’ve learned every piece of this business along the way. That’s the best way, with the hands-on initiative that you’re going to be successful. We can’t be afraid to get dirty and to work hard.

We’ve got to take pride in the hard work that it requires to move forward in this county.”

Braddock is past president of the Brunswick County Home Builders Association and co-founder of the Woodsong Scholarship for Construction Careers through BCC Foundation. The neighborhood of Woodsong originally created its annual arts event, Woodsong Porch and Art Stroll, in conjunction with Sunset River Marketplace artists to showcase the community, but the event quickly morphed into a fundraising effort. With the close of the fifth event in April 2019, the community had exceeded $40,000 raised for trades education and support.

Now potential students need to step up and accept the grant funds.

“I’m excited about the grant and Pathways to Progress because it meets an immediate need we have in Brunswick

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County,” says Dr. Gene Smith, president of BCC. “We are one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, requiring infrastructure and homes and people to provide those places and repair those places in which people reside.”

Smith says that since moving here in January, he has heard in every corner of the county the need for skilled employees in all of the trades of construction technology. “Pathways to Progress will remove the financial barrier for folks to receive the schooling necessary to help Brunswick County to continue to grow,” he says.

Smith emphasizes that the program is for anyone who is interested in getting a good job in a reasonably short period of time and to any business whose employees need additional skills training.

It is important, he says, for students in middle school and high school to begin thinking of this as a possible career path and for the adult population to understand the opportunities that exist in these various fields. “As people gain the skill sets in these areas, there are great possibilities in entrepreneurship to start their own successful business,” Smith says. 

Want to join the Pathways to Progress?

Inquiries about the Pathways to Progress construction workforce program and partnership opportunities at Brunswick Community College can contact: Onya Gardner, dean of continuing education/workforce development, at (910) 755-7490 Greg Bland, vice president of continuing education/workforce development, at (910) 755-7374 For more information about Brunswick Community College go to brunswickcc.edu.

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Gause family members seek to identify remains of a long-lost relative and turn up a wealth of history in the meantime.

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Interesting nuggets of Brunswick County history are surfacing as Gause descendants dig into their ancestry, restore reverence to family gravesites and seek the remains of William Gause, Jr., a special relative who lost part of a leg in the American Revolutionary War. The tale of the Gause family lineage unfolds like a historyadventure drama. The family called in the East Carolina University Archaeology Team to find, research and, in some cases, open graves that date to the turn of the eighteenth century. The team has sifted dirt, restored gravesites, found scattered bones and used techniques that range from ground-penetrating radar to cadaver dogs.

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“I never intended to get this involved in it, but if I don’t protect them, nobody will,” J.R. Robinson says about his ancestors.

His ancestors are buried in the Gause Cemetery at Seaside in Sunset Beach as well as in the Gause Tomb and Cemetery on Hale Swamp Road in Ocean Isle Beach. After nearly five years of effort and two rounds of excavation at the Sunset Beach cemetery, Robinson hasn’t yet found

William Gause, Jr.’s remains, but he’s happy about restoring dignity to his relatives’ final resting places.

Dusting off his family’s past has opened a window into the region’s history and unearthed details of an era few can imagine now. Robinson lives in Plano, Illinois, with his wife, Diane, and has cousins in Rocky Mount and Raleigh who have shared an ancestral curiosity over the years. Challenged for time while raising a family, Robinson

didn’t dive in until recent years, even more so after one of his cousins developed blindness.

William Gause, Jr. is Robinson’s four-times great-grandfather who served alongside George Washington in the Revolutionary War. The two exchanged letters and became friends, and Washington’s diaries from his Southern Tour of States include a sentence about having had breakfast at the Gause home, about 4 miles off the

In a search for the gravesite of his ancestor, William Gause, Jr., who fought in the Revolutionary War and befriended George Washington, J.R. Robinson got permits to open graves, with the help of Dr. Megan Perry of East Carolina University, in Gause Cemetery at Seaside in Sunset Beach. Scenes from the cemetery and excavations, as well as Perry and Robinson onsite, are pictured above.

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In the mid-1700s, the Gauses were a prominent family who ran a successful turpentine business and had a plantation.

William, Jr. was one of five Gause brothers who fought in the war, and all of them were considered heroes.

Robinson says the Gause family members scattered back then, fearful of what was affecting their children, maybe something like contaminated water.

Nobody can be sure what really happened, but life spans were much shorter and more people died then of conditions that are easily cured now.

The Sunset Beach cemetery site, which once sat upon a sprawling plantation, is now a small, old, family plot sandwiched between a major roadway and commercial development. Robinson found the little graveyard in rough shape, damaged, neglected and overgrown. He was inspired to find the owner and obtain the property so he could clear it and restore it.

He says those buried in the Gause Tomb

William, Jr. was one of five Gause brothers who fought in the war, and all of them were considered heroes.

were robbed in the past by thieves who had chiseled into the brick tomb through a venting pipe that became known as the “Robbers Hole.” There have been a variety of problems at the Gause Tomb and Cemetery over the years, including visits from eager paranormal enthusiasts and various trespassers. Security cameras, locked gates and night lighting have since resolved the issues.

The graves have also suffered from extreme neglect, probably because not many people knew they were there and

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The team members unearthed part of a coffin lid, wooden nails, brass parts, a skull with hair and some fabric, as well as a decorative lapel pin and clothes buttons made from animal bone.

because the exact parameters of the cemetery had never been researched thoroughly. The known part of the cemetery, the tomb, is 17 feet square and now looks neat as a pin with a wrought-iron fence, three flying flags and restored brickwork said to be typical of elite families during the early 1800s.

Robinson says he’s networked with a lot of informed people since starting the project, including the late Calabash historian Anthony Clemmons, who shared his extensive knowledge. Along with his cousin Alan Matthews of Rocky Mount, Robinson contacted and connected with several experts in the East Carolina University anthropology department,

starting with Professor Charles Ewen.

“The smartest thing I’ve done is involve Dr. Megan Perry,” Robinson says, especially in light of the knowledge, permitting and authorizations required for any kind of humanremains excavation. Dr. Perry led the teams that did two on-site, in-ground investigations.

Robinson says they were amazed during a 2018 dig to open five graves and find a total of seven people, all children except one.

One grave contained three bodies, with one

While they have yet to find the gravesite of William Gause, Jr., it was important to Robinson and his relatives to restore dignity to their Gause family ancestors’ resting places.

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apparently interred at a different time than the other two. In another single grave lay two sets of remains, an adult and a baby. One of the graves was empty because a body had been legitimately moved at some point. The team members unearthed part of a coffin lid, wooden nails, brass parts, a skull with hair and some fabric, as well as a decorative lapel pin and clothes buttons made from animal bone.

Robinson says that ground-scanning technology was performed with spot-on accuracy in finding graves, and he marvels knowing that the dig reveals 200-year-old snippets of history and artifacts, including pieces of several headstones.

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burial vaults in the cemetery and found they contained the remains of an adult female age 20 to 34 years old and two adult males ages 35 to 39 and 40 to 49 years old. The Gause ancestors didn’t seem to have diseases but apparently had bad dental health, Robinson says, adding that wealthy families’ teeth of that era typically suffered due to the rich foods and sugary treats they ate.

Since intensifying the genealogical quest about four years ago, Robinson and the family have made new connections, establishing a new connection among many Gause descendants still living in the area.

Robinson and Matthews narrated a PBS special about the family tomb research, and Gause family relatives keep in touch via Facebook.

Robinson says it’s been a fun, fulfilling, interesting and educational journey so far, and he plans to keep looking for the remains of William Gause, Jr. “We will know it’s him if we dig up a grave and one of the lower legs is missing,” he says. 

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Doing His Part For St. James resident Willie L. Gore, service is life’s key ingredient.

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Of all the days in Willie L. Gore’s life, one date is particularly etched into his memory. March 2, 1968.

commander is responsible for everything his unit does and fails to do,” he says. “When you lose a soldier, it’s your responsibility.” Gore, who turned 77 in April, holds this memory close to his heart and believes that service to country, family and the town where you live is the key to a happy life.

Gore grew up in Southport and says he had a wonderful childhood.

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I was fortunate I had a flak jacket on, otherwise I would have been killed.

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that interest into a career as an Army officer.

After graduating from Brunswick County Training School, Gore entered the all-male North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro. Since it was a land-grant institution, students were required to serve in ROTC. Gore completed his obligation, but a few months later the professor of military science invited him to enter the advanced program.

“I hadn’t thought of it,” Gore says. “I was moving on.” His major was biology, and he had two laboratory assistant jobs, which offered a small payment.

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attracted his attention.

Several factors changed his mind. He knew he’d be drafted so his reasoning was “Do you want to go in as a private or a second lieutenant?” The advanced ROTC members received $27.90 a month. “That was pretty good little change,” he says. Besides, these members were officers people respected, which Gore appreciated.

Gore graduated as a distinguished military graduate, was offered a regular Army commission, accepted it and was assigned the 82nd Airborne Division, his first choice. His life became even fuller because he married Lelia. His career escalated, and he earned a master’s degree at Howard University

and taught military science there for three years. Graduating from Command and General Staff College in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces in D.C. followed. He’s had assignments all over the world during his 29 years of service, and he’s earned innumerable decorations, commendations and awards.

When he retired from the Army as a full Colonel, the Gores moved to St. James. That’s when he became senior Army instructor of the JROTC at South Brunswick High School. He stayed eight years and also coached the school’s golf team for three years.

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of whom live in Greensboro. LaDonna Tisdale, an occupational therapist, is married to Michael, and their daughter, Michaela, is 18. The Gores’ son William is married to Susan, and their son, Maxwell, is 14.

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nother date that stands out in Gore’s memory is February 1, 1960, when four freshmen at North Carolina A&T sat down at the Woolworth’s counter in Greensboro. Two years later Willie participated in the protest.

“We went to the S & W Cafeteria on Main Street downtown in Greensboro,” he says. “We went inside and stood in line.

They wouldn’t serve us. They called the police.”

The students knew the procedure and expected to be arrested. The manager had to come to each one of them and say, “You’re not wanted here. We won’t serve you. Please leave.”

The students didn’t leave and were arrested. “I was out in a day or so,” Gore says and explains that CORE, Congress of Racial Equality, arranged bail. “All the jails in High Point, Greensboro and Winston-Salem were full of students,” he adds. “I think we broke their budget after a while, and they started letting us out.” Gore’s father had been president of the NAACP in Brunswick County for at least 20 years and was on its state board. “I tried to do my part,” Gore says.

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A love story — Willie Gore and his wife, Lelia, will soon celebrate 55 years of marriage.

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oing his part has been a theme all of Gore’s life. His participation in volunteer activities spans decades. He is a charter member of the Southport Kiwanis, was on the Brunswick County School Board and served on the USS North Carolina Battleship Commission. He’s been a member of innumerable Southport and Brunswick County committees, commissions and boards and is currently chair of the Cape Fear Regional Jetport Commission.

“He’s one of the few people in Brunswick County who can ask the correct questions of an engineer,” says Howie Franklin, director of the jetport. “He has good people skills and common sense and has the philosophy,

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“I just try to share anything I can bring to the table,” Gore says.

Lelia says he genuinely wants to help people. “He can assess people and determine what their needs are and how to help them,” she says. “I think a lot of people admire him. People are inspired by him.”

There’s just one thing that Gore would still like to do. “I’d like to take my wife to Europe,” he says.

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e have a good time creating comfortable and beautiful rooms for our clients,” says Lynn Leake, owner of LUXE Home Interiors. She describes her team as being passionate about design and bringing high energy and creativity to the work place, where ideas can flourish. “It’s a family-run business,” Lynn says. Elizabeth, Lynn’s daughter, works closely with Lynn to manage the daily functions of the business as well as buying for the store while Sam, Lynn’s husband, handles the accounting and backend of the business. Their clients become their friends, and the fabric of their environment changes constantly with all the unique personalities.

LUXE Home Interiors started in 2007 as a Norwalk Furniture franchise in Mayfaire; however, they became an independent design store in 2009. They feature upholstered furniture made in North Carolina and Ohio, plus a wide array of accessories and art.

Realizing that many of their customers were coming from across the bridge

after moving from northern areas, Leake decided to open a store in Waterford Shopping Village to be closer to the thriving new communities growing up around the Leland and Southport areas.

“Eventually, we decided to put all of our eggs in the Waterford basket and closed the Mayfaire store,” Leake says. She goes on to say it was a great decision and that they have never looked back.

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different charitable groups by giving items such as a sofa, artwork or accessories to fundraising auctions.

They also have had events in the store to benefit various charities in the community. They believe it is important to give back to the community that has helped them build so much.

LUXE Home Interiors offers a complete design service for the living areas of your home. They present the quality and comfort that their clients expect, and their design choices are unlimited. Every effort is made to help their customers make a smooth transition to the Southern coastal home of their dreams.

“We get to meet people at such a good time in their lives,” Leake says. “They’ve left the hub-bub behind, and they are ready to start a new, more relaxed life.”

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rian S. Lank, Doctor of Chiropractic, opened Coastal Integrative Health clinic in Leland on June 17, 2019, and offers identical services as his Coastal Integrative Health clinic in Shallotte.

Coastal Integrative Health’s specialties are chiropractic care, physical therapy, golf performance and massage, with an emphasis on relieving back pain. Dr. Lank states that 80 percent of the population will experience back pain at some point in their lives, and it is one of the top three reasons people visit a doctor. Although back pain might be one of the most common conditions treated here, they also rehab post-operative conditions such as knee replacements, rotator cuff tears and more.

Dr. Lank was drawn to the chiropractic profession after an injury to his neck as a high school freshman. He went to a chiropractor, who relieved his severe pain within a few treatments.

“From that day forward, I knew I wanted to be a chiropractor,” he says.

Joining Dr. Lank on staff are fellow chiropractors Dr. James Morosky and Dr. Paul Hrvol III; physical therapists Dr. Patrick McCauley, Devin Sellers and Lydia Smith; and massage therapist Jennifer Jones. She uses myofascial release and various other methods of massage, which helps to relieve a host of ailments. The key focus for the staff is integrative health.

“Integrative health is combining different disciplines,” Dr. Lank says.

“When patients come to our clinics, we’re going to look at their condition from a couple of ways, from a physical therapy standpoint and from a chiropractic standpoint. We’ll draw up a treatment plan to figure out what’s the best way we can improve their health to get them back to doing the things they love to do.”

Coastal Integrative Health (CIH) also employs nutritional counseling.

Dr. James Morosky specializes in personalized nutritional supplementation to combat specific health problems and

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help patients live a healthier lifestyle.

“Everything we do is without the use of drugs or surgery,” Dr. Lank says.

“Our whole philosophy is to exhaust the conservative approaches first. If it doesn’t get you to where you need to be in an effective and timely manner, we refer our patients to the appropriate medical team, whether that’s the orthopedist, primary care physician or neurosurgeon. It’s all about what’s best for the patient.”

“I want people to know we are patient focused,” he adds. “This isn’t a cookie cutter practice. We try to get to the core of what the problem actually is. When you have different professionals from different disciplines working together as a team, you get better outcomes.”

Helping golfers improve their game is another service available at CIH. “We see how their swing affects their body and how their body affects their golf swing, then we develop corrective exercise programs to help them improve their performance,” Dr. Lank says. He, Dr. McCauley and Dr. Hrvol are certified through Titlist as medical professionals, and Dr. Lank is Nike-certified as a golf

functional performance expert.

The Wellness Center tab on the CIH website includes more than 100 videos that show the proper way to do exercises.

It also explains ergonomics, chiropractic, posture and a dozen more topics. Dr. Lank doesn’t hesitate to say why he has developed this comprehensive website: “Patient education. Education is the key to success.”

He stresses again that the CIH staff works as a team. “It’s our philosophy to work together as a team to improve patients’ outcome,” he says. “It’s all about the patient.”

Coastal Integrative Health 1175 Turlington Avenue, Suite 103, Leland (910) 408-1778 728 Village Road SW, Shallotte (910) 755-5400 CoastalHealthNC.com

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MWM Properties, LLC

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e always want to leave a project or house flip and be proud enough to call it our own,” says Max McKinley, co-owner of Move with McKinley Properties, LLC. He and his sister, Liz McKinley, started their business after Max relocated from the U.S. Virgin Islands following Hurricane Irma. Liz, who lives in Brunswick County, and Max stumbled into an opportunity to flip a house in Castle Hayne, and the rest is history for these “Property Siblings.”

Their core team is small and mostly family, but they have surrounded themselves with individuals who are instrumental to their success as a company. “It’s important for us to take care of our team as well as our customers,” Max says.

Max and Liz maintain very high standards and want their clients to be as happy as possible. “We are a unique offering in the area — a combination of licensed general contracting firm and licensed real estate brokers with Nest Realty in addition to being lead and mold certified.”

The lead and mold certifications served their customers well after the devastation of Hurricane Florence. Liz says, “Being licensed real estate brokers and general contractors truly helps us understand the full picture. On the selling side, we can help homeowners choose the right updates and repairs prior to listing, and we can help with the design side of staging and decorating to match the character of the home. On the buying side, we can help buyers visualize the potential of homes, and should they choose to do any renovations, we can help them with that as well. “ The McKinleys have handled minor and major remodels, additions, full-service home updates from design to completion, house flips, remodels for other house flippers and more. “To put it simply, we can do it all from start to finish,” Max says.

Move with McKinley Properties has been rapidly expanding over the last year, which has given them the opportunity to donate to local charities. Their proudest moment of giving back was to a woman they met while working on a home flip. A neighbor of the home, Glo,

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would bring them and their subcontractors delicious baked goods. Glo’s roof sustained significant damage in Hurricane Florence, and the McKinleys noticed that it still had not been repaired as Christmas neared. “We decided to use our resources to give Glo a new roof for Christmas!” Max says. “Needless to say, she was thrilled and we are thankful that we met such a wonderful lady.”

As contractors and real estate brokers, the Property Siblings pass many homes that need help and they are hoping that, moving forward, they can find those people who could use a little help but wouldn’t normally ask for it. Providing people with improvements that they otherwise may not have gotten to, as well as flipping homes, allows them to not only make homes more beautiful, valuable and functional, but also to refresh a community. “Every time we rehab a home, we have a new opportunity to make friends, hear about the home’s history and the neighborhood, and lend a helping hand,” Max says.

Wilmington is an awesome city that has so much to offer, and the Property Siblings are excited to be starting a development downtown; they will be starting the build out in the next few months so stay tuned!

Max & Liz McKinley 310 N. Front Street, Suite, 4-12, Wilmington (910) 467-2056 MoveWithMcKinley.com

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ocation, location, location. That’s the golden rule in real estate, and Callahan’s of Calabash certainly has a prime spot right on the corner of River Road and Highway 179 in the heart of Calabash.

But with 40 years under its belt, Callahan’s has proven that location isn’t the only measure of success. “We’re always trying to change the inside of the store, keep merchandise fresh, bring in new lines throughout the year,” says Eric Callahan, co-owner. “It’s become such a go-to tourist destination when visitors go out at least one night during their stay to eat in Calabash.”

Forty years ago, Callahan’s dad bought the business, which was an existing 2,000-square-foot gift shop that sold mostly nautical gifts and seashells.

“My grandfather was already living in Calabash, and he talked my dad into buying the gift shop and moving here,” Callahan says.

Today, Callahan’s of Calabash has expanded to 35,000 square feet and offers an unbelievable selection of home decor, collectibles, t-shirts, souvenirs, homemade fudge, gifts, apparel and

jewelry that draws locals and tourists alike. The recent addition of the Lifestyle Co., which took over the jewelry space, offers jewelry, accessories, handbags and sunglasses, a new experience at Callahan’s.

The appeal and the customer base extend to more than just visitors. It is a go-to retail experience for locals shopping for birthday, hostess or holiday gifts. Callahan’s features a large stationary section with greeting cards from brands like Hallmark and Blue Mountain. If you’re looking for home decor for yourself, they have that covered too. Whether it’s a traditional nautical theme you’re going for — think model ships and shell sculptures — or a modern or eclectic coastal vibe with bright globes and mermaids, Callahan’s can take care of any decorating needs with wall art, decorative pillows, lamps and other home accessories.

A visit to Callahan’s of Calabash wouldn’t be complete without browsing St. Nick Nacks Christmas Shop, which first opened in 1984. The year-round Christmas shop offers more than three million ornaments and 100 decorated

trees. “People come in every year to get a keepsake ornament to take home,” Callahan says. “We saw an opportunity to expand on it, and now it’s a lot more than just a place for visitors. A lot of locals come here to purchase their Christmas decorations.”

The Town of Calabash might be famous for its signature seafood restaurants, but Callahan’s of Calabash has made a lasting name for itself since 1978. Family owned and operated, Callahan’s is more than a gift shop.

The store is an experience from the never-ending product displays to the knowledgeable staff, many of whom have been at Callahan’s for years.

“It’s so different than anything else in the area,” Callahan says.

Even as the space has grown and evolved over the years, it still maintains a nostalgic feel that won’t be lost on newcomers, returning visitors or longlasting locals.

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An affiliate of the North Carolina Community Foundation, Brunswick County Community Foundation (BCCF) is a growing family of philanthropic funds, source of grants for local causes and partner for donors.

The BCCF board advises the Brunswick County Community Fund, the unrestricted community grant making fund, to support local needs and is held on an annual basis. Advisory board members live and work in Brunswick County, positioning them to strategically leverage resources, meet local needs and access opportunities. In addition to President Barbara Patten, board members include Julie Wolfe, Cindy Cheatham, Mike Gildea, Heather Holbrook, Haylie Long, Franklin Rouse, Tom Simmons, Mary Walton and Justin Wolf.

The board recently announced $5,240 in local grant awards from its community grant making fund and the U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament Endowment. This year the board granted:  $ 740 to the Roosevelt and Ruth Marlow Education & Recreational Foundation for Youth Ready  $ 1,000 to the Carousel Center for general support in the Brunswick office  $ 1,000 to the Brunswick Community College Foundation for the “Learning to Read” Leadership Conference for middle school boys in Brunswick County  $ 1,000 to Smart Start of Brunswick County for “Hey Baby. It’s Books!”  $ 500 to Brunswick County Literacy Council, Inc. for Literacy for All  $ 1,000 to the Community Counseling Center for Expanding Accessibility of Mental Health Care in Brunswick County.

Also, the North Carolina Community Foundation has awarded $723,000 statewide in recovery grants from the NCCF Disaster Relief Fund to meet unmet needs and support long-term recovery from Hurricane Florence in local communities across eastern North Carolina. Locally, the Brunswick County Community Foundation board was able to allocate $56,250 to 501c3 recipients who are providing ongoing hurricane relief in Brunswick County.  $ 12,000 to Brunswick Baptist Association to fund building materials and vendor services in the repair of homes damaged by Hurricane Florence in Brunswick County.  $ 7,000 to Brunswick Family Assistance Agency Inc. for long term recovery of repairing homes, supporting rapid rehousing for victims of Hurricane Florence in Brunswick County.  $ 7,250 to Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc. to provide funds for

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life alert systems for older adults and those with mobility impairments who were without a source of communication during Hurricane Florence in Brunswick County.  $ 6,000 to Matthew’s Ministry to purchase food for children whose families were negatively impacted by Hurricane Florence in Brunswick County.  $ 12,000 to Trinity United Methodist Church to purchase washers and dryers for those impacted by Hurricane Florence in Brunswick County.  $ 12,000 to Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry Inc. for rebuilding or repairing homes, and for providing appliances for those impacted by Hurricane Florence in Brunswick County.

Recipients were recently honored at a reception at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice SECU Hospice House of Brunswick in Bolivia.

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Women’s Southern Golf Association Amateur/ Mid Amateur Championship

WSGA started the event in 2015 for players age 25 and older. Both the Amateur and Mid Amateur featured an opening stroke play qualifying round on Monday, followed by four days of match play with the winners, which were decided on Friday. Admission was free, and Brunswick locals came out to watch these top amateurs in competition.

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fairways with massive oaks, stately pines and abundant wildlife, the course was designed by Willard Byrd and built in 1988 on a former hunting preserve.

WSGA annually awards a $3,500 scholarship to assist deserving females in 15 Southern states and the District of Columbia. This scholarship was begun in the early 1970s and is based on academics and financial need. The scholarship is given for four years as long as the recipient maintains her grades.

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Top amateur golfers from throughout the South competed in the Women’s Southern Golf Association (WSGA) Amateur and Mid Amateur Championships at Lockwood Folly Country Club in Holden Beach from June 3 to 7.

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Ocean Isle Beach Park Grand Opening

Two local students earned Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarships from Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) to attend summer basketball camps at two of the state’s largest college campuses this month.

Emily Price attended the June 9 to 12 Wolfpack Women’s Basketball Camp at N.C. State University, and Josiah Johnson attended the June 22 to 26 Roy Williams Carolina Basketball Camp at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, both on full scholarships from BEMC. Emily is the daughter of Jack Price and attends Cedar Grove Middle School. Josiah is the son of Jeffery and Aldrina Johnson and attends Leland Middle School. The students were selected by a panel of judges based on an application that included academic achievements, extracurricular activities and an essay. During the overnight camps, students stayed in dorms on campus and improved their skills on the hardwood by working with the collegiate coaching staff and student-athletes. Coaches at both camps worked closely with each camper to develop fundamental basketball skills and practice playing hard while working cooperatively. The two local all-expense paid scholarships are courtesy of BEMC and sponsored

by North Carolina’s 26 Touchstone Energy cooperatives, which provide funding for more than 50 middle school students from across North Carolina to attend basketball camp. This is the 16th year the cooperatives have awarded young women scholarships to attend an N.C. State women’s basketball camp and the 14th year the co-ops have sent young men to the Roy Williams camp.

Brunswick County Parks and Recreation officially re-opened Ocean Isle Beach Park with a grand opening ceremony on June 27. Parks and Recreation Director Aaron Perkins, county commissioners, Brunswick County staff, program staff, instructors and numerous locals and visitors came out to see all the new amenities that have been added. There were giveaways, games, scrimmages and even free food, and it was a great time to learn about the programs offered and ways to get involved.

Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce Holds Kids Expo Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce held the second annual Kids Expo on August 17. The event was held under the bridge at Holden Beach. There were more than 30 kid-run business booths to browse and shop. Each booth was run by a kid entrepreneur who produced, branded and marketed the items they sold without any help from adults.

American Legion Post #543 Holds Military Appreciation Day Patriotic Concert

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BEMC Awards Sports Camp Scholarships

St. James Service Club Creates Foundation St. James Service Club (SJSC), the largest charitable organization in St James Plantation, has proudly announced the creation of the St. James Service Club Foundation. The foundation, whose focus is to assist Brunswick County youth reach their full potential, will be initially funded by a $50,000 donation from the Wright, Atkinson and Robinette families, who originally developed St. James Plantation. Once the foundation is legally created with this initial gift, additional donations will be accepted. A reception to accept the donation was held June 12 at the Members Club in St. James Plantation. Attendees included respective members of the Wright, Atkinson and Robinette families, former SJSC presidents, current board and executive committee members and a representative from the North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF), which will partner with the SJSC to manage the foundations assets.

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On June 1 the Richard H. Stewart Jr. American Legion Post #543 held its annual Military Appreciation Day Patriotic Concert.

Approximately 500 people attended the event at Woodland Park in St. James. Mike’s Garage Band provided the music. This concert and the MAD Golf Tournament, held on July 13 at the Members Club in St. James, are the main fundraisers for Post #543. Proceeds are used for veterans, veterans’ affairs and children in the local communities.

ATMC Awards $35,000 in Community Grants ATMC recently awarded community grant funds totaling $35,000 to 21 local organizations. The funds were part of the cooperative’s grant program, which has awarded $705,000 in community and education grants to 440 programs since its inception in 2006.

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Jamie Milliken, ATMC’s vice president of the board of directors and board liaison for the ATMC Grant Committee, commended the recipients on their dedication to the community. ATMC will announce education grant recipients later this fall.

Katherine Hunt Talks About the Space Race at Ingram Planetarium Ingram Planetarium Manager Katherine Hunt stepped out of the stars for the Sand Bar Lecture series at The Museum of Coastal Carolina to promote this year’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the first man on the moon. Hunt discussed the political factors that were a driving force in the Space Race and contrasted how global collaboration drives space exploration in modern times. This event was held on June 18.

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whom are pursuing studies in the healthcare field. Angel Johnson graduated from North Brunswick High School, ranking second in her class. She is a member of the National Honor Society and was an ROTC leader and active member of the ROCAME Club, where she won several awards on the regional level. She is now attending Winston Salem State University. Elizabeth Millard is a surgical technician at Dosher Hospital and is known for her diligence, hard work and leadership among the surgical team. Millard is pursuing a nursing degree and currently attends Brunswick Community College. Oleksandr Malenko graduated from South Brunswick High School, ranking fifth in his class. Malenko is a member of the National Honor Society and volunteers at Novant Medical Center in ICU/PCU and the Emergency Department. He now attends East Carolina University.

Knights of Columbus Gift Brunswick County Charities a Record Amount

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The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council #12537 of Southport, gifted 19 Brunswick County charities $43,000 at The Knights May 8 business meeting. These gifts were made possible through the Knights Annual Charity Golf Tournament, bimonthly Italian Night Dinners, Operation LAMB Foundation (Least Among My Brothers, recognized as the tootsie roll campaign) and The Garage Band Concerts in St. James. None of this would have been possible if not for the overwhelming support offered through the merchants, agencies, companies and people of Brunswick County.

Because of this participation, the gifting to these charities on an annual basis has become a total reality. Sacred Heart Knights have gifted more than $425,000 to Brunswick County charities over the last 19 years.

ATMC presented $2,000 scholarships to four local high school seniors last school year: Jacob Lindbert, Elizabeth Blosser, Jordyn Huffman and Bravin Troy. Applicants were interviewed by representatives from Brunswick Community College. Selection was based on academics, involvement in school and community activities and interview skills. Jacob Lindbert, son of Ashley and Jeana Lindbert of Leland, is a graduate of Brunswick County Early College High School and is attending University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, where he will study biology. South Columbus High School graduate Elizabeth Blosser is the daughter of John and Sherry Blosser of Nakina and is attending North Carolina State University as a major in agriculture. Jordyn Huffman, a West Brunswick High School graduate, is the daughter of Wayne and Mitzi Huffman of Bolivia and is attending University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, where she will study biology. Brunswick County Early College High School graduate Bravin Troy, son of Timothy Troy and Theresa Troy of Bolivia, attends Appalachian State University.

Dosher Volunteers Award College Scholarships Dosher Volunteers Organization awarded $3,000 scholarships to two area high school graduates and one Dosher staff member, all of

Proceeds from LAMB (Tootsie Rolls) were gifted to Brunswick Special Olympics, Brunswick County Exceptional Children Program, Communities in Schools and the Brunswick Interagency Program. Funds from the Knights Annual Golf Tournament, Italian Night Dinners and Garage Band Concerts were gifted to Providence Home, Interfaith Food Pantry, First in Families, Adult Free Medical Clinic, Computers for Kids, Hope Harbor Home, New Hope Clinic, First in Families, Mathew’s Ministries, Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Brunswick Housing Opportunities, Boys and Girls Homes, Brunswick County Sheriff’s Project LifeSaver Program and Power Walking Ministries.

Brunswick County Youth Attend 4-H Camp From June 16 to 21 five Brunswick County youth traveled to Camp Millstone for a week of fun. Tucked away in Ellerbe, North Carolina, Camp Millstone offers many natural treasures spread over its 320 acres. The 4-H residential camp has a long tradition of helping kids get outdoors, make friends and learn valuable life skills.

During the week the youth had the opportunity to learn about stream ecology, outdoor living and cooking skills and wildlife. They spent a lot of time outside canoeing, kayaking, jumping on the lake trampoline, swimming and at the ropes course. Archery, riflery and

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horseback riding were included as well. Every summer Brunswick County 4-H makes camp reservations for Brunswick County youth as well as transports them to camp and back. Scholarships are available for youth who qualify.

around the White House. The choir departs on September 26 and will return October 1. This is quite an honor for Seaside UMC Sanctuary Choir.

Southport Achieves Pet-Friendly Certification

Shallotte Middle School Receives Check for Student Fund

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The City of Southport received the official BETTER CITY FOR PETS™ certification, as part of the Mars Petcare BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program, showcasing its commitment to creating a pet-friendly community. The City of Southport is on the forefront of creating a vibrant community where pets are not only welcome but also thrive. The city’s Animal Protective Services strives to provide quality service and education to all residents and visitors while ensuring the humane treatment of animals in a culture of compassion and integrity.

N.C. Governor Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Healthcare at Dosher

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On May 24 Pure Markets owners Jim and Chris Wilson presented a check for $800 to Principal Marie Laboy of Shallotte Middle School for the school’s Student Fund. The contribution was part of Pure Markets’ BeKIND Project. Money was raised at both the OIB and Sunset Beach Summer Markets. Mary Zlotnick of Authentic Pawleys contributed a batik print for a raffle, and Harper Raymond of Harper Art sold original art as part of the fundraising. The donations raised through this organization, earmarked for students in Brunswick County, go into special accounts set aside at each school to help boys and girls who need it the most.

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Seaside United Methodist Church Chancel Choir has been invited to perform in Washington, D.C., with the D.C. Worship Project.

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On July 15 Governor Roy Cooper visited Dosher Memorial Hospital to lead a roundtable discussion focusing on the challenges of rural hospitals, such as recruitment of medical providers and the economic impact of treating a high number of uninsured patients. Attendees included Dosher Hospital executives President and CEO Tom Siemers, CFO Dan Porter, VP/CNO/COO Carol Northup, community leaders, local mayors, aldermen, Dosher Hospital Board of Trustee members and members of the Dosher Medical Staff. Cooper explained the insurance gap, in which a half-million citizens of North Carolina fall, where they qualify for neither Medicaid nor an Affordable Care Act income-based subsidy, earning too much income to qualify for Medicaid yet too little income to for the ACA. Many in this gap go uninsured because they cannot afford to procure private insurance.

Participants discussed the long-term health consequences of a community when access to preventative care is limited due to lack of insurance.

Governor Cooper referred to the 40 opioid related deaths in Brunswick County in 2017 and noted that not one of those fatalities had health coverage. Siemers noted the economic stressors characteristic to independently owned hospitals such

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as Dosher, which do not have access to the working capital of larger hospital systems. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Brad Hilaman voiced his concern not only for the rural hospitals whose futures may be in jeopardy but for the impact this would have on the citizens of rural areas.

Governor Cooper asked the group to appeal to their elected representatives to support the expansion of Medicaid in North Carolina, joining the 37 other states who have already adopted it.

Cooper explained how the expansion of coverage would not only give more people access to healthcare, but also could help mitigate the financial burden that hospitals like Dosher face by creating a larger percentage of insured patients.

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SHALLOTTE INLET TIDE CHART

October D a t e

High Tide AM Time (EST)

November December

Low Tide PM

Height Time (ft) (EST)

AM

PM

Height Time Height Time Height (ft) (EST) (ft) (EST) (ft)

D a t e

High Tide AM Time (EST)

Low Tide PM

Height Time (ft) (EST)

AM

PM

Height Time Height Time Height (ft) (EST) (ft) (EST) (ft)

D a t e

High Tide AM Time (EST)

Low Tide PM

Height Time (ft) (EST)

AM Height (ft)

Time (EST)

PM Height Time Height (ft) (EST) (ft)

1

10:51

6.2

11:08

5.4

4:48

-0.4

5:22

-0.2

1

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12:14

5.6

5:57

0.3

6:42

0.6

1

11:36

4.9

11:57

3.9

5:16

0.5

5:58

0.6

2

11:46

6.0

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---

5:36

-0.1

6:15

0.2

2

12:34

4.4

1:11

5.2

6:47

0.7

7:34

0.9

2

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---

12:29

4.6

6:04

0.8

6:46

0.8

3

12:03

5.0

12:44

5.7

6:25

0.2

7:09

0.6

3

1:34

4.2

1:08

5.0

6:41

1.0

7:30

1.1

3

12:53

3.8

1:20

4.4

6:57

1.0

7:37

0.9

4

1:03

4.7

1:44

5.5

7:18

0.6

8:07

0.9

4

1:32

4.1

2:03

4.8

7:41

1.3

8:30

1.2

4

1:46

3.8

2:10

4.3

7:55

1.2

8:30

0.9

5

2:04

4.4

2:43

5.2

8:16

0.9

9:11

1.2

5

2:28

4.1

2:54

4.7

8:47

1.4

9:27

1.2

5

2:36

3.9

2:58

4.2

8:59

1.2

9:22

0.8

6

3:03

4.3

3:39

5.1

9:22

1.2

10:16

1.3

6

3:20

4.1

3:43

4.7

9:49

1.3

10:16

1.1

6

3:24

4.0

3:45

4.2

9:59

1.1

10:11

0.6

7

4:00

4.2

4:32

5.0

10:28

1.3

11:13

1.3

7

4:09

4.3

4:31

4.7

10:43

1.2

11:00

0.9

7

4:11

4.2

4:32

4.2

10:52

0.9

10:56

0.4

8

4:54

4.3

5:23

5.0

11:27

1.2

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8

4:55

4.5

5:16

4.7

11:29

1.0

11:40

0.6

8

4:56

4.5

5:19

4.2

11:39

0.7

11:38

0.2 0.5

9

5:45

4.4

6:11

5.0

12:01

1.1

12:17

1.1

9

5:38

4.7

5:58

4.8

---

---

12:12

0.8

9

5:40

4.8

6:03

4.3

---

---

12:24

10

6:32

4.6

6:55

5.1

12:42

1.0

1:01

0.9

10

6:17

5.0

6:39

4.8

12:18

0.4

12:54

0.6

10

6:22

5.0

6:46

4.4

12:20

0.0

1:07

0.3

11

7:13

4.8

7:35

5.1

1:20

0.8

1:42

0.8

11

6:54

5.2

7:17

4.8

12:56

0.3

1:34

0.5

11

7:03

5.3

7:27

4.4

1:02

-0.2

1:50

0.2

12

7:51

5.0

8:13

5.2

1:57

0.6

2:21

0.7

12

7:31

5.4

7:54

4.7

1:34

0.2

2:14

0.5

12

7:44

5.4

8:08

4.4

1:45

-0.3

2:33

0.1

13

8:26

5.1

8:48

5.1

2:32

0.5

3:00

0.6

13

8:07

5.5

8:31

4.6

2:12

0.1

2:54

0.5

13

8:26

5.5

8:52

4.4

2:29

-0.4

3:16

0.0

14

9:00

5.2

9:23

5.0

3:08

0.4

3:39

0.7

14

8:45

5.5

9:11

4.5

2:52

0.1

3:35

0.5

14

9:10

5.5

9:40

4.3

3:14

-0.4

4:02

0.0

15

9:34

5.3

9:58

4.8

3:44

0.4

4:17

0.7

15

9:27

5.4

9:56

4.4

3:33

0.2

4:18

0.6

15

9:59

5.4

10:33

4.3

4:02

-0.4

4:49

0.0

16

10:10

5.3

10:35

4.6

4:21

0.5

4:56

0.8

16

10:14

5.3

10:48

4.2

4:17

0.2

5:04

0.6

16

10:54

5.2

11:34

4.3

4:52

-0.3

5:39

0.0

17

10:49

5.3

11:17

4.4

4:58

0.5

5:37

1.0

17

11:09

5.2

11:48

4.2

5:05

0.3

5:54

0.7

17

11:53

5.1

---

---

5:46

-0.1

6:32

0.1

18

11:34

5.2

---

---

5:39

0.6

6:20

1.1

18

---

---

12:09

5.2

5:58

0.5

6:50

0.7

18

12:37

4.3

12:53

4.9

6:46

0.1

7:31

0.1

19

12:07

4.3

12:27

5.1

6:23

0.7

7:09

1.2

19

12:53

4.3

1:11

5.1

6:59

0.5

7:53

0.6

19

1:40

4.5

1:54

4.8

7:53

0.2

8:34

0.0

20

1:04

4.2

1:27

5.1

7:14

0.8

8:07

1.2

20

1:56

4.4

2:12

5.1

8:07

0.5

8:59

0.5

20

2:40

4.7

2:53

4.7

9:04

0.2

9:36

-0.1

21

2:07

4.3

2:29

5.2

8:13

0.8

9:13

1.1

21

2:57

4.7

3:13

5.1

9:19

0.4

10:01

0.2

21

3:40

5.0

3:53

4.6

10:13

0.0

10:35

-0.3

22

3:10

4.4

3:31

5.3

9:22

0.8

10:22

0.9

22

3:57

5.1

4:12

5.2

10:26

0.2

10:57

-0.1

22

4:38

5.2

4:52

4.5

11:15

-0.1

11:29

-0.5

23

4:11

4.7

4:32

5.5

10:33

0.6

11:24

0.5

23

4:55

5.5

5:10

5.2

11:27

-0.1

11:48

-0.4

23

5:34

5.4

5:48

4.5

---

---

12:11

-0.3

24

5:12

5.1

5:31

5.6

11:39

0.3

---

---

24

5:50

5.8

6:05

5.2

---

---

12:23

-0.3

24

6:27

5.6

6:41

4.5

12:19

-0.6

1:03

-0.4

25

6:11

5.5

6:29

5.8

12:19

0.2

12:39

-0.1

25

6:42

6.1

6:57

5.1

12:37

-0.6

1:16

-0.5

25

7:16

5.7

7:29

4.5

1:08

-0.6

1:51

-0.4

26

7:06

5.9

7:24

5.8

1:10

-0.2

1:35

-0.4

26

7:31

6.2

7:46

5.0

1:25

-0.6

2:06

-0.5

26

8:02

5.6

8:15

4.4

1:54

-0.6

2:36

-0.4

27

7:59

6.2

8:15

5.8

1:59

-0.5

2:29

-0.5

27

8:19

6.1

8:33

4.9

2:12

-0.6

2:55

-0.4

27

8:46

5.4

8:59

4.3

2:39

-0.5

3:20

-0.3 -0.1

28

8:49

6.4

9:04

5.7

2:47

-0.6

3:21

-0.5

28

9:06

5.9

9:20

4.6

2:58

-0.4

3:41

-0.2

28

9:29

5.2

9:43

4.1

3:23

-0.3

4:01

29

9:38

6.4

9:53

5.4

3:34

-0.5

4:12

-0.4

29

9:53

5.6

10:09

4.4

3:44

-0.2

4:27

0.1

29

10:13

4.9

10:28

3.9

4:05

-0.1

4:42

0.1

30

10:27

6.2

10:43

5.1

4:21

-0.4

5:02

-0.1

30

10:43

5.2

11:02

4.1

4:30

0.2

5:12

0.4

30

10:59

4.6

11:16

3.8

4:47

0.2

5:22

0.2

31

11:19

5.9

11:36

4.7

5:09

-0.1

5:52

0.2

31

11:46

4.4

---

---

5:29

0.4

6:03

0.4

*TIDE CHARTS ARE ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE. IF YOU ARE CHECKING TIDES FOR NAVIGATIONAL PURPOSES, PLEASE VERIFY THESE TIMES WITH ANOTHER SOURCE.

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Phone# Page#

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Phone# Page#

Angelo’s Pizzeria and Bistro........................................910-754-2334 12

Island Classic Interiors...................................................910-579-8477 55

Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle...................................... 910-754-8080 56

Islands Art and Books.....................................................910-579-7757 27

Art Catering & Events................................................... 910-755-6642 14

J&K Home Furnishings.................................................. 843-249-1882

Austin Oral Surgery........................................................910-769-1605 115

Kristin Dowdy, State Farm Agent............................ 910-754-9923 115

Bell & Bell Buick GMC.................................................... 843-399-8300 99

Legacy Homes by Bill Clark.......................................... 910-363-1682 29

Bianchi Brickyard Supply............................................. 910-454-4445 56

Lockwood Folly................................................................ 910-842-5666 46

Bleu....................................................................................... 910-579-5628 115

Luxe Home Interiors.......................................................910-371-0464 107

BlueWave Dentistry........................................................ 910-383-2615 9

McLeod Health.................................................................. 843-366-3891 17

Body Edge Fitness Solutions......................................910-575-0975 112

MWM Properties, LLC...................................................910-467-2056 110

Boundary House.............................................................. 910-579-8888 106

New Hanover Regional Medical Center..................910-667-7170 BC

Braddock Built Renovations........................................ 910-754-9635 62

24 & 25

NHRMC Physician Group ­— New Hanover Medical Group......................................910-254-1033

98 & 105

Brick Landing Plantation...............................................910-754-2745 62 Novant Health....................................................................910-579-8363 11 Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce......... 910-754-6644 92 Ocean Isle Family Dentistry........................................ 910-579-6999 60 Brunswick County Dept. of Social Services........... 910-253-2112 26 Oyster Rock....................................................................... 910-579-6875 40 Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation.....800-843-5871

36 & 96 Parker Land Group..........................................................910-675-3634 112

Brunswick Forest............................................................. 888-371-2434 44 Pinnacle Storage...............................................................910-287-5737 13 Brunswick Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery............910-269-2420 119 Pope Real Estate............................................................... 910-619-7673 27 Callahan’s of Calabash...................................................800-344-3816

111 & IBC Purple Onion Café............................................................910-755-6071 14

Carolinas Oral and Facial Surgery............................. 910-762-2618 99 Sea Island Trading Co....................................................843-273-0248 3 Clark’s Seafood and Chop House.............................. 843-399-8888 20 Seacoast Building Company, Inc...............................910-880-3639 86 Coastal Insurance............................................................ 910-754-4326 52 Seaside United Methodist Church............................910-579-5753 14 Coastal Integrative Health.......................................... 910-755-5400 108 & 109 Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q............................... 910-754-5522 4 Coastal Spine Institute.................................................. 910-356-6100 60 Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber....................800-457-6964 102 Coastal Wine Room..........................................................910-393-2125 99 Sunset Dental................................................................... 910-575-6300 IFC Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage.......................910-371-1181 47 Thalian Association Community Theatre................ 910-251-1788 55 Complete Dental............................................................. 910-754-7700 5 Time 2 Remember Photography...............................910-253-7428 112 Cucalorus Film Festival................................................. 910-343-5995 86 Trest & Twigg, PLLC.......................................................910-575-7337 119 Dosher Medical Clinics....................................................910-457-3871 34 TruFit Gym......................................................................... 910-754-2270 15 EmergeOrtho................................................................... 910-332-3800

6&7 Trusst Builder Group..................................................... 910-371-0304 30

Farm Bureau Insurance - Shallotte............................910-754-8175 63 Wilmington Health.......................................................... 910-371-0404 102 Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes and Fries........................... 910-371-6700 55 Winds Resort Beach Club............................................ 800-334-3581 102 Intracoastal Realty Corporation................................910-258-4503 19

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