PUBLISHER’S NOTE

A Normal Summer

Here’s to hoping the pandemic is ending!

Topsail Magazine Publisher Justin Williams' new puppy, Toby, slides up to the bar at Salty Turtle Beer Company; below, the two enjoying brunch at Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks.

WWhat a ride, huh? It’s been a year of firsts for a lot of us as we have traveled together through COVID-19. None of us really knew what to expect in March of 2020, but I think I am with most of you when I say that I couldn’t wait until restrictions were lifted with the safety of a vaccine. Fast forward to May of 2021 and our governor lifted restrictions, leading us one step closer to normalcy. I, personally, am thrilled to get out and about more around our beautiful island.

As you see in the pics on this page, my new puppy, Toby, and I have been venturing around to a few places. We enjoyed brunch at Sears Landing and a nice pint from the Salty Turtle Beer Company. Be sure to follow Toby on Instagram ( TopsailToby) to see the dog-friendly places in our area.

Topsail Island and the surrounding area is such a great place to spend all or part of your summer. While you’re here, I hope you find time to enjoy our summer 2021 edition of Topsail Magazine. We’ve got a bunch of cool stories for you to read this time. You’ll learn about the legacy of Ocean City Beach and the history of Quarter Moon Books & Gifts. You’ll meet child actor Elle Graham and singer/songwriter Hayden Laeknir. You can learn about the efforts to repair the Topsail shoreline, see where people are practicing yoga around Topsail and step into some local businesses, including Onslow Bay Boatworks and the ever-popular Trailer Bar.

Whether you are local or visiting this summer, please be sure to patronize our advertisers and tell them you saw them in Topsail Magazine. Local businesses need your support and love to hear from you. Thanks for reading Topsail Magazine. Enjoy the summer!

Justin Williams Owner/Publisher Publisher@TopsailMag.com