Lakeside Sanctuary

The Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina
located near the shores of Lake Waccamaw in
Columbus County is saving the lives of vulnerable children.

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Combining Profession and Passion

A graphic designer and illustrator by trade and education Bill Love’s passions include painting surfing and spending time on the water. Painting primarily in acrylics Love merges the influence of his occupation and interests into a body of work that is bold imaginative and constantly evolving. Love studied graphic design in college as a way…

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Art and Water

When Jeff and Jill Morris started planning their Harbor Island home there were two non-negotiables. It had to have lots of outdoor living spaces and windows to take advantage of the views of Motts Channel and the waters beyond. And the interior had to be designed around Jill’s art collection. Jeff a custom builder and…

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Shell Game

Like many local businesses Dr. Brady Semmel’s office decor features a coastal motif. Look a little closer though and it becomes clear that there is something unique here. Shells are displayed in every room. Not just your typical cockles scallops and quahogs that might be found on a walk along Wrightsville Beach or a trip…

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etc.: Classic Sailboat Race

A match race between Bryan Humphrey’s 24-foot spritsail skiff Kommradeship and Matt Robert’s brand new 20-foot shad boat replica is scheduled in September from Wrightsville’s Banks Channel to Southport for the annual boat show. Bryan Humphrey’s 24-foot spritsail skiff Kommradeship was on the cover of our May issue illustrating a story on the Beaufort Wooden…

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Blue Bloods

Horseshoe crabs have been around over 400 million years. Today their Carolina-blue blood is used to test the safety of vaccines and
medical equipment.

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Shorts

Art Showcase at Landfall By Brooklyn Owens The annual Landfall Art Show & Sale one of the area’s premier showcases for local artists is scheduled for August 16-18 at the Nicklaus Clubhouse. “This show has always been to support local artists ” says Olof Preston chair of the 19th iteration of the juried event. “It’s…

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For The Love of Dogs

It’s a typical day at Paws Place the no-kill dog shelter in Brunswick County. About 30 canines are individually kenneled in the indoor section greeting visitors with friendly barks and wagging tails. Kennel attendants are washing down the outdoor play areas. Five volunteers are walking dogs. Another volunteer washes blankets and toys. A steady stream…

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Bug-Eyed

Macro photography is the latest evolution to
Bug Man Gary Allen’s stellar career. His up-close
images of insects often shot at the New Hanover
County Arboretum reveal a world unseen by the
human eye.

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