Island Review - January 2019

Island Vol. 24, No. 1 ▪ New Year's Resolutions ▪ Free Day at the Aquarium ▪ Winterfeast at Tryon ▪ Martin Joins E.I. Staff ▪ Shorelines ▪ At the Aquarium ▪ Chamber Connection ▪ Property Watch ▪ Emerald Tidings ▪ Book Bag ▪ Events Calendar ▪ Mayors’ Notes

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Coasting..................................................................................................................................................................8 Making Resolutions for the Year Ahead.................................................................................................................27 Volunteering as an Older Adult..............................................................................................................................41 Life in the South - Nabs.........................................................................................................................................50

Departments Chamber Connection.............................................................................................................................................12 Tide Tables............................................................................................................................................................17 Coastal Currents Events Calendar........................................................................................................................20 Book Bag...............................................................................................................................................................29 Shorelines..............................................................................................................................................................30 Bulletin Board........................................................................................................................................................32 Staying Busy – Emerald Isle..................................................................................................................................32 At the Aquarium.....................................................................................................................................................34 Focus on Fitness...................................................................................................................................................38 Health & Wellness.................................................................................................................................................39 The Onlooker.........................................................................................................................................................46 Tourism Barometer................................................................................................................................................55 Rental Signs..........................................................................................................................................................56 Crossword Puzzle..................................................................................................................................................58 Property Watch......................................................................................................................................................60 Horoscopes...........................................................................................................................................................64 Best Buys..............................................................................................................................................................67 Money Matters.......................................................................................................................................................69 Advertiser Index.....................................................................................................................................................69

Townships ATLANTIC BEACH Mayor’s Notes..............................................................................................................................................42 EMERALD ISLE Mayor’s Notes..............................................................................................................................................22 Emerald Tidings............................................................................................................................................24 PINE KNOLL SHORES Mayor's Notes...............................................................................................................................................51 Club News....................................................................................................................................................52

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Aquarium Offers Free Admission The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will offer free admission on Monday, Jan. 21, in honor of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

Traditionally, the aquarium offers free admission twice a year.

Those who would like to pay it forward are invited to bring nonperishable goods to contribute to the on-site food drive that day. The drive helps restock area food pantries after the busy holiday season. Participation in the food drive is not necessary for free admission. To learn more, call 252-247-4003 or visit www. ncaquariums.com.

Everything’s Coming up Chocolate Each year confectioners from around the region come together for a weekend dedicated to chocolate. The annual Carolina Chocolate Festival takes over the Crystal Coast Civic Center Feb. 2-3 with vendors offering all things chocolate. Expect goodies in all varieties, including a chocolate fountain, chocolate-covered fruit, cakes, truffles, tortes, bars, ice cream and cocoa beans. Sample and shop at a variety of vendors all with one common denominator – chocolate.

The festival gives folks the opportunity to get hands on through everything from baking competitions to chocolate pudding eating contests to the popular Chocolate Spa. The festival kicks off with the Cocoa 5K Fun Run, planned for 8am on the campus of Carteret Community College on Saturday, Feb. 2. Participants may register onsite prior to the race or in advance by visiting the website. Don’t miss out on a chance to win a few prizes along the way. Be on the lookout for Chocolate Festival Candy Bars, a handful of which will be stuffed with Carteret County’s very own Golden Tickets.

The event runs from 9am-6pm on Saturday and 10am-3pm on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased in advance by visiting carolinachocolatefestival.com.

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Tryon Palace Holds WinterFeast As the campus looks forward to a new year, Tryon Palace swings back the doors to the NC History Center for a deep winter fundraiser. WinterFeast celebrates some of those things we love most about the season, comfort foods and oyster roasts.

Join chefs from around New Bern for a hearty down home buffet. This is a great chance to sample the fare of a wide variety of the area’s eateries and support the supportive Tryon Palace Foundation in a relaxed, casual setting.

WinterFeast is held at the NC History Center from 5:30-8:30pm on Friday, Jan. 25. This indoor/outdoor event gives guests the freedom to stay warm and toasty indoors or socialize outside on Bate Commons at the oyster tables with views of the Trent River.

Tickets are $50 and include admission, food and soft drinks. A cash bar is available for beer and wine. Tickets may be purchased online at www.tryonpalace.org/foundation.

Bridal Fair at the Civic Center The Crystal Coast Bridal Fair has been linking brides with vendors as they make plans for their big day for more than two decades. And the folks at Pam’s Specialized Catering, which plan the event annually, are gearing up for their next installment.

Held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, the Bridal Fair runs from 10am-3pm on Saturday, Jan. 14. Meet more than 50 of the area’s top wedding professionals, speak with vendors intimately about services and products offered without the pressure of purchasing, sample caterer’s fare, see fashion shows featuring the latest in styles and trends, look at the work of top wedding photographers and florists and enjoy live music, prizes, samples and discounts.

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It’s a treasure hunt story worthy of Indiana Jones, led by historian Ed Bearss. On Dec. 12, 1862, naval history was made when the Union ironclad USS Cairo (pronounced “KAY-row”), involved in the campaign against Vicksburg, was sunk in twelve short minutes in Mississippi’s Yazoo River.

It was reportedly the first armored ship sunk by a remotely detonated mine. The gunboat lay largely forgotten for 98 years until a group led by Ed Bearss, then Vicksburg National Military Park Chief Historian, discovered the hulk resting on the bottom of the river north of Vicksburg.

At 2pm on Sunday, Jan. 13, at the NC History Center, the now 95-yearold chief historian emeritus of the National Park Service, Ed Bearss will recount the raising of the Cairo. The story of the difficult salvage operations and its final restoration, in Ed’s words “how not to raise an ironclad” is a story only Ed can tell with his characteristic humility and humor.

A Marine Corps veteran of World War II injured at Suicide Creek, Ed Bearss is a renowned military historian, an author known for his work on the American Civil War and World War II eras, and a popular tour guide of historic battlefields for The Smithsonian Associates. A respected PBS commentator, Bearss was one of the stars of Ken Burns’ award-winning PBS TV series “The Civil War.”

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The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce stages dozens of networking events throughout the year that are meant to be informative, a great way to meet other business leaders and, most of all, FUN! Julie Naegelen, director of membership services for the chamber, suggests, “It’s important to be yourself at these events, but to get the most out of these events, be genuine and have a purpose.”

Naegelen said, “Prepare yourself ahead of time before entering the room at each networking forum you attend. Don’t try to meet and distribute business cards to everyone you don’t know. That can be overwhelming and unproductive. Try this technique – be selective, and use people you know to introduce you to people you would to meet. Make a target list of five people that you would like to get to know – potential business contacts.

“The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce specializes in arranging networking functions. If you are brand new, don’t shy away. The chamber staff and members of the Ambassadors Club can show you around and help you learn how to maximize your effectiveness. That’s a key part of the member services we offer.

“We can get you plugged in to attend any or all of the fifteen

Business After Hours events for the 2019. Open to members and their guests, the admission is $5 and a business card. The sponsor receives copies of the cards, which that business can use to follow up with attendees.”

Naegelen went on to say, “We always have a drawing for door prizes and your business card in my basket is your ticket to win.”

The chamber’s largest networking opportunity of the year, the Business After Hours Expo, will be held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center on April 18 and can accommodate about 65 exhibitors. The annual event attracts about 500 attendees.

“It’s like a Business After Hours networking event on steroids,” said Naegelen, who serves as the Expo coordinator. “We’ve learned how to combine the buzz and excitement of a business trade show with the fun and flair that is associated with the Chamber Business After Hours.

Another networking and learning opportunity are the Small Business Roundtables that meet at 8am, Tuesday-Friday, at set locations around the county. These sessions are sponsored by the county’s Small Business Resource Alliance. There is no cost to attend and advance registration is not required.

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1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29: Behind the Scenes Shark Snack. 2:30-3:30. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while aquarists feed the sharks. Age 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

Tue. 1: First Hike. 10am. Meet in the parking lot at Fort Macon State Park for a leisurely hike along the inlet beach to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area. Includes a short nature hike on the Yarrow’s Loop Trail or a 3.2 mile hike along the Elliott Coues Trail.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Penguin Plunge. 1pm. Ring in the New Year with a chilly dip in the ocean to help raise money for area nonprofits. On-site registration begins at 10am in front of The Crab’s Claw.

This year’s beneficiary is the Mile of Hope Atlantic Beach. Details: www.penguin-plunge. org.

New Year’s Day Kite Fly. Noon. Get in a little practice for the annual Carolina Kite Festival by joining local enthusiasts at the Atlantic Beach Circle. Free. Details: 252-247-7011.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Civil War Musket Firing Demonstration. 10am. Learn about a Civil War era musket’s history, loading procedures and firing at Fort Macon. Meet in the Fort. Details: 252-726-3775.

5, 12, 19, 26: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 2pm. Visit labs and holding areas, and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: Story Time & Pre-K Play. 9-10am.

Parents and tots 5 and under enjoy open play in the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation gymnasium. Parents must accompany children. Free. Details: 252-354-6350.

Mon. 7: Flags of Fort Macon. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-7263775.

8 & 29: Behind the Scenes – Costume Shop. 2pm.

Visit the Tryon Palace Costume Shop for a discussion on historical clothing, research and sewing techniques used in the past. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for students. Included with admission. Details: www.tryonpalace.org Wed. 9: Merry Time for Tots. 10am. Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to the NC Maritime Museum to explore the world of pirates. Ages 2-5, free. Details: 252-504-7740.

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birds native to the area. Fort Macon has an amazing mix of shore birds and songbirds, and there is always something new to see.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Fri. 11: Whales of Southern Baja. 7pm. The NC Maritime Museum’s Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster offers this free program on a recent excursion he took to the Sea of Cortez. www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com, 252504-7740.

Friday Free Flicks. 7pm. At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month. Movies are family oriented.

Popcorn and a drink are $1. Bring chairs or blankets. Details: 252-354-6350.

Stargazing & Astronomy. 6pm. Meet at the bathhouse at Fort Macon State Park to view space through a telescope and learn more about the universe. Details: 252-726-3775.

Sat. 12: Crystal Coast Bridal Fair. 10am-3pm.

Brides and grooms to be, along with family and friends are invited to the largest bridal event on the North Carolina coast. Meet more than 50 of the area’s top wedding professionals. Tickets are available at the door. Contact: Pam Kaiser 252-240-3256.

Tue. 15: Behind the Scenes – Museum Technology.

2pm. Learn about the technology that operates the interactive exhibits inside the NC History Center, New Bern. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

Sun. 13: Ed Bearss Lecture. 2pm. Historian and World War II veteran Ed Bearss will discuss the Union ironclad USS Cairo at the NC History Center at Tryon Palace. The suggested donation is $10. Reservations may be made by calling the New Bern Historical Society, 252-638-8558.

16-17: Coastal Culture Waterfowl Watching Trip.

Join NC Maritime Museum staff for a field trip to observe the migration of wintering waterfowl at wildlife refuges and national seashores in Eastern North Carolina. The trip explores regions of Pamlico, Hyde and Dare counties.

Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost is $80. Details: 252-504-7740.

Wed. 16: Antiques & Collectibles Club. 11:30am.

Jan Corsello will present a program on Fossils from the Beach when the club meets at Clawson’s 1905 Restaurant, Beaufort. The meeting will be followed by a Dutch-treat lunch. Visitors welcome.

Thur. 17: Natural Side of Fort Macon Hike. 10am.

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Fri. 18: Clam Chowder Cook-Off. 6pm. This annual event is held at the watercraft center at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Participants are encouraged to vote for their favorites. Details: 252-504-7740.

Sat. 19: Outlander at Tryon Palace. Fans of the Outlander series can now follow Claire and Jamie’s footsteps in North Carolina s they visit Tryon Palace. Tours begin at 9:15am and at 3:15pm. Tickets are $15. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

Mon. 21: Free Aquarium Admission. 9am-5pm.

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. enjoy free admission at the NC Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores. For those who want to repay the good deed, a food drive will be held to help restock area food pantries. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Sea Turtle Camp. This program for fourth through sixth grade students at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is perfect for budding marine biologists. Cost is $40 per camper. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

Tue. 22: Behind the Scenes – Conservation Lab. 2pm. Learn about the conservation work that is done to artifacts on exhibit at the Governor’s Palace, NC History Center and historic homes around Tryon Palace. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Thur. 24: International Film Series. 6pm. Held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center and Joslyn Hall on the campus of Carteret Community College, this annual event presents a foreign film and a dinner that represents cuisine from the country in which the film hails. Dinner begins at 6pm at the civic center and the movie begins at 7:30 at Joslyn Hall. The cost is $35. This month’s film is “Waterboys” from Holland. Details: 252-222-6262.

Fri. 25: Winterfeast. 5:30-8:30pm. WinterFeast is coming to Tryon Palace with a bounty of oysters, brews and comfort foods. Tickets are $50. Details: tryonpalace.org or 252-639-3500.

26-27: Introduction to Wooden Boat Building. 9am4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. Course fee is $135.

Must be 16 to participate. Details: www.the watercraftcenter.com, 252-504-7740.

Wed. 30: Brown Bag Gam – Ghost Ship Carrol A. Deering. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the staff at the NC Maritime Museum and learn about the 1920 mystery surrounding the Carroll A. Deering, which ran aground on Diamond Shoals. Free. No reservation required. Details: 252-504-7740.

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would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year. It is hard to believe that it is 2019 already. It seemed like only yesterday it was 2018. Last year was a very busy year and we all endured Hurricane Florence. It dealt our town, county and state a hard blow and many people had lots of damage. I am confident that we will build back better than ever. Let’s hope and pray that 2019 will be hurricane free. Let’s also pray for those who were affected by the hurricane in Florida and the fires in California.

I would like to welcome our Interim Town Manager Randy Martin to our town. Randy has 34 years of service as a town manager.

Before coming to Emerald Isle, Randy served as the city manager of Franklin, Va. for six and a half years. Prior to Franklin he served as city manager of Morehead City for 16 1/2 years. Prior to Morehead City, he served as the city manager of King, NC for 11 years. We are very fortunate to have someone with Randy’s experience serving as our interim town manager. Welcome to Emerald Isle Randy.

We are making progress in securing a new town manager. We have hired The Mercer Group to be our consultant. Ellis Hankins, senior vice president of The Mercer Group will be the lead consultant.

We held a special town board meeting on December 10 to get input from our citizens. The board and I are working very hard to find the best town manager. We know Emerald Isle is a great town with a lot to offer and is a great place to call home. I know we will hire an excellent town manager.

Just a reminder that you must register your golf cart for 2019 in January. The board of commissioners at their November meeting amended the town’s golf cart ordinance to eliminate the requirement for annual inspections to ensure that required safety features are installed on registered golf carts. If your golf cart was inspected last year it will NOT have to be inspected this year. If you buy a golf cart in 2019 it WILL have to be inspected. Every golf cart owner must pay the fee of $100 for the golf cart permit. You can save $25 by attending one of the golf cart safety classes. The dates for the golf

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Remember that golf carts ARE NOT allowed on the bike path or the sidewalk.

I would like to thank Don Wells, parade chairman for all his hard work and the Emerald Isle Business Association for sponsoring the annual Christmas Parade. Don works many, many hours to make the parade possible. Unfortunately, the 15th annual Emerald Isle Christmas Parade had to be cancelled due to inclement weather.

We are looking forward to better weather next year.

The Emerald Isle EMS Volunteer Association is sponsoring a raffle to purchase new equipment. The cost of each ticket is $25. Only 300 tickets will be sold. The winner gets a new stainless steel Cape Fear Classic Outdoor Grill. It comes with a lifetime warranty. If you do not need the grill the winner will receive $1,500 in cash. Tickets can be purchased at the EMS building. Please stop by the EMS Department and purchase a raffle ticket.

In closing, I hope 2019 is a great year for everyone. Take time every day to enjoy life and to be thankful. Reach out to those in need and try to encourage each other. May God Bless You in 2019.

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~Emerald Tidings~ Town of Emerald Isle Welcomes Interim Town Manager Randy Martin

For the past 17 plus years, Frank Rush has been the Emerald Isle Town Manager and regularly during his tenure he provided excellent information for readers in this space. Frank has recently left his position with the town to pursue new challenges, so I have been engaged by the Town of Emerald Isle to fill the void as an Interim town manager until a long term replacement is found. I thank the board of commissioners for giving me this opportunity to continue in public service which has been my life’s calling.

Frank did an outstanding job in Emerald Isle and replacing him, even on an interim basis, will not be an easy task, but I will do my best. Although Emerald Isle is navigating this leadership change after such a lengthy period of stability, Town leaders remain committed to maintaining the exceptional customer service the Emerald Isle community has come to enjoy and expect. On behalf of the town administration, rest assured it is my intention to ensure a smooth transition in the months ahead.

Although I have only been on the job a few days, my congratulations go out to the mayor and board of commissioners, to former Manager Frank Rush and to the entire staff of the Town of Emerald Isle for a job well done in making Emerald Isle the tremendously successful community that it is currently. I have always admired the beauty of this island paradise, but now I am much more aware of how well managed a municipality it has become. Such success is not achieved without a concerted team effort. From my vantage point, the entire municipal team in cooperation with the fine citizens and other partners in the community have developed a special relationship that is producing awesome results.

One of the consistent themes I have heard is that at least part of the cohesive success of Emerald Isle is a direct result of the town excelling in its communications with its citizens, visitors, business community and other key partners. As a high priority, town leadership and staff desire to continue to build on this success by maintaining open and effective communications utilizing every means available. Feedback is always appreciated, so do not hesitate in sharing any input you may have.

The following are updates on several of the ongoing projects and activities Emerald Isle is currently pursuing:

NCDOT to Begin Work and Installation of New Guardrails on Emerald Isle Bridge

NCDOT’s contractor began work on the Emerald Isle bridge substructure repairs beginning the night of Friday, Dec. 7. The work will involve a lane closure that will be used regularly over the weekends through March. During this time the contractor will also install the new guardrails. The new guardrails will have a similar appearance as those on the Atlantic Beach – Morehead City bridge. The current concrete railings are approximately 28 inches high, and the 24

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new steel railings will extend an additional 26 inches, resulting in a total guardrail height of 54 inches. The photo below shows a simulated view with the new guardrails in place.

Traffic will be reduced to one lane, with flagmen in place on the bridge. Expect delays during this time. Thank you for your patience as NCDOT contractors work to maintain and improve this essential infrastructure for Emerald Isle!

Please contact NCDOT’s New Bern office at 252-514-4759 with any questions.

Storm Cleanup and Recovery Activities Continue

The impacts of Hurricane Florence continue to be felt in Emerald Isle. The recovery will be a lengthy process with incremental progress already apparent, but the town and the community at large have a long way to go. The town appreciates the patience residents and property owners have shown.

I am pleased to report that the independent contractors have completed their cleanup efforts of debris on the beach and their other street side cleanup efforts should be complete by the end of November. Public works staff will follow up with any remaining debris removal as part (Continued on page 26)

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Beach Nourishment Project Bid Update

The Town’s engineers, in conjunction with Carteret County and the Town of Indian Beach, recently released the bid solicitation for the nourishment of approximately 3 miles of ocean beach in eastern Emerald Isle. Construction bids were due in November and only one bid was submitted by that deadline.

In compliance with state law, since fewer than three bids were received, a second bid opening was held in December, at which time bids were opened and considered. The board hopes to award a construction contract with work beginning sometime in early 2019.

This project covers the same area previously planned for nourishment this winter (between the Indian Beach town limits and the 3000 block; before Florence impacted Emerald Isle), but the scope now includes the replacement of the approximately 617,000 cubic yards of sand lost during Hurricane Florence. A new ~ 25 ft. wide dune will be constructed in this area, and the flat beach berm will be widened by an additional 40-60 feet. Dune vegetation will

also be planted as part of this project.

If the reasonable bids are not received, it is likely that this project will be delayed until winter 2019-2020 and combined with a larger project that would also include central and western Emerald Isle.

In total, the town is seeking approximately $56 million (revised from a previous estimate) from FEMA and the NC Division of Emergency Management to replace approximately 2.2 million cubic yards of sand lost from the town’s 12 miles of ocean beach during Hurricane Florence.

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The dawn of a new year encourages people to take inventory of the previous 12 months and begin thinking about ways they can improve their lives in the coming year. Resolving to make changes at the beginning of a new year is a tradition for many people. Even when people veer off course from their resolutions, many pick themselves up, dust themselves off and try again year after year.

The custom of making resolutions is celebrated in many areas of the world. But how did the custom begin?

History.com states that the origins of New Year’s resolutions can be traced to the ancient Babylonians, who purportedly made promises to the gods to earn good favor for the coming year. These resolutions were personal promises of growth and redemption and were made in conjunction with the start of a new year which, at the time, began in midMarch and not January.

Common resolutions revolved around getting out of debt or returning borrowed items. The Babylonians tried to fulfill these resolutions so that the pagan gods would bestow favor on them, including a rich harvest, for the coming year.

The Romans were the first to change the calendar to have the new year begin on January 1. January was named for the Roman god Janus, who had dual faces. Romans believed that Janus could not only look back into the previous year, but also look forward to the next one. So Romans made promises to Janus to do good deeds in the months to come and learn from past mistakes.

Early Christians also embraced resolutions as chances to repent and redeem themselves through positive actions. Although there are still some religious ties to resolutions, New Year’s resolutions are still largely practiced today. The largest percentage of resolutions made today, according to Statistics Brain, involve self-improvement or educationrelated goals.

Sadly – these are also the hardest resolutions to maintain through the course of a year. Instead of setting goals too high, like losing 50 pounds or exercising every day, try something that is healthy, but not quite as challenging. Here are a few suggestions: Read more. Many adults wish they had more time to read, but busy schedules filled with commitments to work and family can make it hard to pick up a book every day. But perhaps more men and women would find time to read if they knew doing so could add years to their lives. In an analysis of 12 years of data from the University of Michigan’s Health

and Retirement Study, researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found that people who read books for as little as 30 minutes a day over several years lived an average of two years longer than people who did not read at all.

Sleep more. More time to sleep might seem like an unattainable goal for many men and women. But the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute notes that ongoing sleep deficiency can increase a person’s risk for chronic health problems, including heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends adults age 18 and older get between seven and eight hours of sleep per night.

Limit screen time. As recently as 15 years ago, many adults made it through their days without smartphones, tablets, e-readers and other devices that are so prevalent today. While it might seem impossible to live without such devices in the 21st century, turning them off can have profound impacts on quality of life. A recent survey of more than 1,000 people conducted by the resilience platform meQuilibrium found that 73 percent of respondents felt their devices contributed to stress in their lives. The American Psychological Association notes that stress can negatively affect the musculoskeletal system, the respiratory system and the nervous system and potentially increase a person’s risk for heart disease and gastrointestinal problems.

Work less. Working fewer hours may help many professionals cut back on their stress, as the APA notes that 65 percent of Americans cited work as their primary source of stress. But working fewer hours may also make men and women more productive. A recent experiment funded by the Swedish government compared nurses at a retirement home who worked six-hour days on eight-hour salaries to a control group that worked the more traditional eight-hour workday. Nurses in the experimental group reported having more energy in their spare time and at work, which allowed them to do 64 percent more activities with facility residents. Nurses in the experimental group also took half as much sick time as those in the control group. As a result, the study’s authors ultimately concluded that productivity can increase with fewer hours worked.

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“I have nothing to say.” That is the line used over and over again by Pete Banning, the main character in this latest novel by John Grisham. The story is set in Clanton, Mississippi, the scene of Grisham’s first popular work,”A Time to Kill,” some 30 years ago. Pete is a war hero who returns to Clanton after World War II where he was a presumed dead in the Philippines. A man of few words, Banning is charged with a heinous crime, which shocks his family and friends. He refuses to offer any reason for his act.

Grisham is the respected author of legal thrillers. He is also a very capable presenter of Southern fiction, a storyteller with a kinship to Harper Lee. Indeed “The Reckoning” will remind many readers of “To Kill a Mockingbird” in both setting and mood. Clanton is the main venue with the courtroom and its balcony for “negroes” evidence of the culture of Mississippi at the time. The war in the Pacific and the inner workings of an insane asylum also provide interesting backdrops for the unfolding story.

Though racism is not a central theme of this novel the subject always lurks in the background. In describing Pete Banning’s property one lawyer says, “They have half a dozen outbuildings, fine structures all, plus the farm equipment, and livestock and how many negroes?” Even though Pete has provided a school for the children of his black laborers, it is clear they still suffer from poverty. Even in this white-on-white crime the prejudices are always present.

What about Dexter Bell, the Methodist minister loved by most in the community? This is one question which drives the novel. What did the war do to Pete Banning, another persistent question? Then there is Liza, Pete’s wife, committed to an asylum. What is her role in the unfolding mystery? Will these questions be answered in the courtroom? Can Pete’s attorney muster a defense for a man who will not explain himself?

John Grisham knows how to keep readers guessing. He says he did not create this story but heard it when he was younger living in Mississippi. What he has done is produce what may become a classic in the genre of Southern fiction. This is a gripping and penetrating novel with many layers which are slowly peeled away. The characters are complex, the relationships unusual, and the story entertaining and thought provoking. Fans of Grisham will not want to miss this visit back to Clanton.

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Forecasters were predicting a “near normal” hurricane season for 2018 based predominantly on anomalously cool waters in the tropical Atlantic Ocean to begin the hurricane season (think of warm waters as fuel for tropical cyclone activity and vice-versa).

Also, there was a high probability of El Niño conditions forming.

As a quick primer or reminder if you will; El Niño is actually a component of El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) occurring in the Pacific Ocean basin. ENSO warm phase or El Niño conditions generally produces atmospheric conditions suppressing the formation of tropical cyclones in the Atlantic. Conversely the "cool phase" of ENSO, or La Niña tends to produce atmospheric

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conditions more favorable for tropical cyclone development.

And lastly as you might expect, “ENSO Neutral” conditions are somewhere in between.

In reality El Niño conditions never truly developed and the anomalously cool tropical Atlantic warmed significantly in September to almost perfectly coincide with the climatological peak of the hurricane season. The result? An extremely quiet August, a very active early September, followed by near-average activity in the second half of September, and essentially concluding with an active October. All in all, the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season will primarily be remembered for two hurricanes – (1) Hurricane Florence as introduced in the very beginning of this summary reached category 4 status yet made landfall as a category 1 hurricane, but like Harvey the year before, the storm slowed considerably, bringing record rain and flooding to portions of North and South Carolina. (2) Hurricane Michael actually made landfall as a category 4 hurricane in the Florida Panhandle with a central pressure of 919 millibars (mb) – the third lowest on record for a continental US land-falling hurricane trailing the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 (892 mb) and Hurricane Camille in 1969 (900 mb at landfall).

2018 Forecasts Undershot the Mark - Again

There is a spate of hurricane predictions available each year but we usually focus on those that make not just their prediction public, but Table 1 - Summary comparing publicly available pre-season predictions for the 2018 Hurricane verify their prediction skill in the public Season with actual results and average activity. arena as well. This short list therefore includes; (1) the Tropical Meteorology actual was 129, which is also well above the historical 1981-2010 Project at Colorado State University, average. Interestingly, NOAA’s ACE Index forecast provided a very (2) the University College London, UK for Tropical Storm Risk, unwieldy range of 58 to 130, and obviously their worse-case upper and (3) our federal voice for climatology/meteorology matters, the limit came to fruition.

National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). We then Regardless the ACE Index Value for 2018 was significantly more take these groups’ last prediction just before or near the start of than forecasted across the board, and can also be utilized to hurricane season on June 1 and compare the predictions to the determine that we had an “above normal” season. Below normal actual results at the end of the season (November 30). is <68, near normal is 68 to 106, above normal ranges from 106 The forecasters were off the mark this year when reviewing their to 168, and hyperactive is >168). Below (Table 2) is a summary of estimations for tropical cyclone activity. As the accompanying the past 15 years with respect to the ACE Index – again, it’s a great prediction summary chart indicates (Table 1), the average barometer (no pun intended) of tropical cyclone activity. This is the prediction included 15 total cyclones (the actual was 15 = second consecutive year the forecasters were well off the mark of chapeau!), 6 of which were predicted to generate into hurricanes the final ACE index value – last year (2017) the average prediction (the actual was 8), with 3 of these becoming major hurricanes (the was 100 and the actual was an eye-popping 223! actual was 2). This means 9 tropical storms were predicted and the As implied earlier, the perceived activity level for a Hurricane actual number was 7. season is sometimes all about location, location, location as However, the most glaring discrepancy between the pre-season evidenced when considering the past two years (2017 and 2018). forecasts and actual activity is for perhaps the most important Because of the impacts of Florence to our area, 2018 will always metric provided in Table 1 – the Accumulated Cyclone Energy be considered as a bad year – maybe the worst in history. But 2017 Index (ACE Index). The ACE Index is simply a measurement from a more basin-wide perspective was easily worse – the 2017 taking a storm’s wind speed strength for each 6-hour period of ACE Index Value was the 7th highest value ever recorded for a its existence into account. The larger the ACE Index value, the season and was bolstered by the month of September, which had more active the season. The ACE Index is actually one of the more the highest ACE Index Value contribution ever for a single month – revealing parameters we can use and serves as a better indicator 175. That’s higher than the entire ACE Index Value recorded for the of whether or not a hurricane season is truly “active” or not. The 2018 season alone! Yet despite all the records that fell in 2017 and longer duration and/or more intense each cyclone (tropical storm or the devastation in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean; the midhurricane); the more contribution to the ACE Index Value – and vice Atlantic and northeast states look back at 2017 as a benign year. versa. The average forecasted ACE Index for 2017 was 83 – the Thus it only takes one cyclone to make or break a hurricane season, with 1992 perhaps being the best example – just 7 named cyclones, 4 of which were hurricanes, with one of those classified as major, and an ACE Index Value of 75. Sounds like a very quiet year, except the one major hurricane was Andrew, which struck Florida and was the costliest natural disaster in US history until Katrina in 2005. Also, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) track forecasts during the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season were generally very accurate, but forecasters are still wrestling with intensity forecasts and especially the hurricanes that undergo rapid intensification, so again and as always – be prepared and be safe.

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

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

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

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

Fitness

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

Mon & Fri 8am - STEP; Mon & Wed 10:30am - Small Group Strength Training; Mon & Tue 5:30pm - TABATA; Tue 8am - DANCE FUSION; Tue 9am - BODY SCULPT; Wed 8am – ZUMBA; Wed. 4:15pm - Pilates; Wed 5:30pm - POUND; Fri 9:15am - H.I.I.T: High Intensity Interval Training; Sat 9am - ADULT S.A.F.E.= SelfDefense, Awareness, Fitness & Empowerment ($5 non-members-$2 members); Sat 11:20am - Retransitions

Yoga Program Schedule

Taught by certified Yoga instructors on staff, these classes focus on basic Yoga postures & asana for the beginner; Fees: $2 members & $7 non-members (unless otherwise noted) •Yoga: Mon 12pm, Tue 10am, Wed 12pm, Thu 9am, Fri 10:30am •Gentle Yoga: Saturdays 10:15am •Yoga as Therapy: Instructed by a physical therapist, this class incorporates core strengthening, spinal stability, stretching, balance and gentle yoga poses. The emphasis is on correct alignment and individual modification. Appropriate for all levels. Mon & Wed @ 9:15am-($5 members, $10 non-members.)

Special Events and Information Tuesday, Jan. 1, New Year’s Day, Community Center will be closed.

NEW Class “Retransitions” takes place from 11:20am-12:20pm on Saturdays. This new entry-level class deals specifically with balance, posture, coordination in adults as they age.

Cost is $5 per person for non-members/ $2 for members.

Story Time and Pre-K Play on Mondays from 9-10am. Meet in our classroom for story time followed by open play in our gymnasium for children aged birth to 5 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult, as supervision is not provided. This is a time for parents and children to socialize and play. Please bring any supplies needed such as diapers, wipes, bottles, etc. Call (252) 354-6350 for more details.

Jan. 1: Friday Free Flicks – “Sherlock Gnomes” Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1. Please bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks.

Jan. 15: PEP Program. 10am. The PEP program, or Police Educating the Public is a series of one-hour classes presented on the third Tuesday of every month in the town board meeting room to increase public awareness, as well as, provide education and tips on how you can prevent yourself from becoming vulnerable to these issues. Topic: “Firearm Safety/ Laws” Jan. 24: Coffee with a Cop @ Stir It Up. 9am. Join your neighbors and police fficers for coffee and conversation! No agendas or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns and get to know the officers in your neighborhood! Coffee with a Cop sessions take place on the fourth Thursday of each month at different locations in town.

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Donations are not required for free admission. The aquarium is open as usual 9am to 5pm and dive programs, animal presentations and animal feedings happen throughout the day on the regular schedule.

Should auld acquaintance be forgot? Not this year. You can now visit river otters Pungo, Neuse and Eno, the white sea turtle Nimbus and all your other favorite animals on New Year’s Day. The aquarium is open normal operating hours – 9am to 5pm, on Tuesday, Jan. 1, with the usual schedule of free programs and activities.

Holiday Camp Our winter camp turns the January school holiday into a learning adventure. Sea Turtle Camp on Monday, Jan. 21 is geared toward grades four through six, and features behindthe-scenes action, crafts and

Free Admission and Food Drive More on auld lang syne -- we’ll take a cup of kindness yet.

The aquarium offers free admission for all visitors and conducts a food drive on the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, Jan. 21.

Visitors are encouraged to bring non-perishable edibles to help the local food pantry, Martha’s Mission Cupboard, restock the shelves after the holiday rush. Aquarium staff will collect and deliver the food. Cereal, peanut butter, powdered milk, canned fruit and vegetables, dried beans, rice, saltines and other staples top the list of needed items.

animal encounters groups.

The camp will meet 8:30am to 2:30pm and requires advance registration and fees. Space is limited so register soon.

Reel-y Good Fishing School Fish on! Sign up now for the annual Get Hooked Fishing School hosted by the aquarium. The popular one-day course on Saturday, March 16, features in-depth presentations by experienced anglers on many aspects of the sport, including

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topics such as inshore fishing for striper, drum, trout, mackerel and flounder, fly fishing, and offshore fishing. Additional demonstrations will feature fly-tying or instructions on helpful knots.

The school offers an opportunity to gather a lot of information in one day at one place. The action-packed event includes participation in up to six sessions of instruction, a catered lunch, giveaways and drawings for some great fishing gear.

Agencies and businesses of interest to fishermen and boaters will be on hand.

Get Hooked is from 8am to 4:30pm, and all sessions are at the aquarium. Advance registration is required and space is limited. The fee is $60 per person; $54 for aquarium members.

See the website for more information or to sign up online.

Registration also is accepted by phone and at visitor services at the aquarium. Get Hooked is sponsored by the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament.

Winter Warm-ups Come on in, the water’s fine. The aquarium always offers possibilities to brighten any winter day. Think tropical and visit the Ocean Gallery exhibits that feature angelfish and other colorful beauties. More highlights: ● Toddler Time doubles the fun. Two time slots are available on Wednesdays, 9:30am and 10:30am, with lots for tots and

parents to do together – crafts, games, stories, puppets, music and animal encounters. No registration is required, but get here early as the event fills up quickly. ● Dive programs, animal feedings and creature connections continue twice daily throughout the spring. The popular river otters are featured in the morning feeding program on Saturdays and Sundays. ● Behind-the-scenes tours are available six days a week for a small fee in addition to admission. Choose between three different tours including At A Glance, Close Encounters, and Shark Snack. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas, and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck exhibit, our largest exhibit at the aquarium. ● The aquarium has activities and badge programs specifically designed for both Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts in mind. Join instructors on adventures that foster creative exploration and scientific theory. Minimum number of participants required is 10 and the maximum number of participants is 25. Visit the website for programs and pricing.

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Not too long ago I fell out of love with exercise. In my pre-kid life, I would spend hours exercising each day. Yes, I said hours. It did not feel like a workout unless I put every last bit of energy into my run or bike or both. I would work three jobs and go to graduate school and yet scrub out hours to devote to my triathlon habit.

At first it was like a drug I couldn’t get enough of. Each workout was fresh and addictive, but slowly it turned into something I had to do each day. Guilt would set in if I didn’t push until failure each session. If my program scheduled a light day of 6 miles, I would add 7 more because a half marathon on a Tuesday night was better, right?

I had devoted my entire higher education to learning everything I could about exercise and its relation to physiology, yet I had become my own worst client. These are the clients that believe more is always better. Slowly my love for triathlons turned into a compulsion and became a job I didn’t enjoy anymore. I couldn’t lose weight, I was always tired, and exercise didn’t give me the joy it originally did. I signed up for my first half Ironman, which is 70.3 miles of swimming, biking, and running. After I completed my half Ironman I delivered my first child and time became minimal. Time became sacred and I had very little of it.

But, having a child taught me about choosing my battles. This is so important when learning to love exercise again. I was always told you’re not a runner unless you run in all elements, or not a lifter if you don’t lift heavy. Well, let me be the first to tell you none of that is correct. Choose your battles and let go of the restraints we

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put on ourselves. I hate running in the cold and for clarity, cold to me is less than 60 degrees. So I chose my battle and decided not to run outdoors in the cold anymore unless I want to, actually genuinely want to. I don’t enjoy running the cold, so I don’t do it!

Also, I do not lift heavy every single session, I do what feels good to me. I look forward to every single workout again and most days my workouts consist of less than an hour of work. This Thanksgiving I got an amazing workout in the driveway that took less than 30 minutes and I absolutely enjoyed every single second of it. My kids even joined in with mini push-ups and sit ups! I felt refreshed and rejuvenated after my workout instead of broken down and exhausted.

If you are reading this and thinking “that is me, I just hate exercising.” Give yourself a break and let it go. Ask yourself “what do I like to do that gets my body moving?” Perhaps you genuinely like walking and dislike running. Well then walk, don’t run! Who said running is the only exercise out there? The literal definition of exercise is a planned act of movement with a specific health related benefit. Nowhere in the definition did it say you have to run or bike or swim or even sweat!

Pick your battles and let go of guilt. So what if you’re the last one in a race or the most uncoordinated at dance class. Show up and give it all you got and have fun with it. That is who the real winners are, the ones who exercise for personal pleasure and to be healthy.

This year find something healthy you actually enjoy, have fun with it and don’t give into the pressure to be the best. Be the winner in your own race. I am confident when you find fun, you will find the exercise that is most beneficial for you! As always, I am here to help anyone find their fun exercise.

Jayme Limbaugh is a mother, wife, avid knitter, coffee addict, aspiring wellness entrepreneur and owner of Anytime Fitness and Crystal Coast Wellness Center.

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he phrase, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” is a familiar one that many people first heard as children. But some may be surprised to learn the phrase is as factual as it is familiar.

Apples are among the most cultivated and consumed foods in the world. They’re also among the healthiest. Medical News Today, a market leader for medical news that is owned and operated by the United Kingdom-based healthcare publisher Healthline Media, listed apples among its 10 healthiest foods.

Apples provide an array of health benefits, lending credence to the notion that consuming one per day might just keep the doctor away.

Apples may reduce risk for stroke. Apples are rich in antioxidants, including quercetin, which researchers have determined can help people lower their risk for thrombotic stroke. In that study, which was published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers studied more than 9,200 men and women over a 28-year period.

Those who ate the most apples during that time had a lower risk for thrombotic stroke, a type of stroke that occurs when a blood clot forms in an artery that supplies blood to the brain. Such blood clots block the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the brain, producing long-term brain damage.

Apples lower levels of bad cholesterol. ‘Bad cholesterol’ refers to low-density lipoprotein, or LDL. LDL is considered bad because

high levels of it lead to a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries, raising a person’s risk for coronary artery disease. Thankfully, in 2011 researchers at Florida State University found that older women who consume apples every day had reduced their LDL levels by 23 percent in six months and even increased their ‘good’ cholesterol levels by 4 percent over that period. Good cholesterol, also known as high-density lipoprotein or HDL, has been found to prevent arterial disease.

Apples can help people maintain healthy weights. The flavonoid polymers found in apples inhibit enzymes that break down simple sugars. What does that mean for you? That means that the flavonoid polymers in apples help you flush more of the sugar in apples out of your system instead of storing it as fat. That can help people maintain healthy weights. Fuji apples have the highest concentration of flavonoids, so people who want this particular benefit of apples may be best picking up these types from their local farmers’ market.

Apples can lower risk for diabetes. A recent cohort study published in BMJ (formerly the British Medical Journal) that involved researchers from the United Kingdom, the United States and Singapore found that consuming three servings per week of blueberries, grapes, raisins, apples, or pears reduced participants’ risk for type 2 diabetes by 7 percent.

An apple a day could very well keep the doctor away, paving the way to a long, healthy life for apple aficionados.

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Many parents feel involving their children in volunteering at an early age can have a profound, long-lasting impact on their kids. But youngsters are not the only ones who can reap great rewards from volunteering, as studies show that men and women at, beyond or approaching retirement age also benefit greatly from volunteer work.

Research from the Corporation for National and Community Service found that more than 20 million older adults contributed in excess of three billion hours of community service time each year from 2011 to 2013. The reasons why older adults volunteer are varied, but in its 2014 survey the AARP’s Experience Corps found that 97 percent of its volunteers indicated that their volunteer work with the organization gave them a sense of purpose.

Older adults who want to volunteer but have little or no history with volunteering might not know where to begin with regard to finding the right opportunity. The right fit can make all the difference for volunteers and the people they help, and the following tips might help older adults as they look for an opportunity that best utilizes their skills and experience.

Know your schedule. Older adults who are still working but want to volunteer may have a firm grasp on their schedules, but even retirees should not overestimate how much time they have to volunteer. Before you begin to look for an opportunity, write down your commitments and daily schedule, using this list to determine how much free time you have to volunteer.

Some opportunities require greater time commitments than others, so make sure you know just how much time you can devote to an opportunity before signing up.

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who have retired or are on the cusp of retirement have a lifetime of experience they can use to help others. Imparting wisdom learned in your professional life can provide a sense of purpose and even make you feel as though you are still actively involved in the industry where you built your professional reputation. But life experience can also prove invaluable in volunteering opportunities. Mentoring programs give volunteers the chance to help young people, and such opportunities can involve more than just offering professional advice.

Don’t downplay the significance of certain opportunities.

Volunteering opportunities come in many variations, and each is significant in its own right. Coaching a grandchild’s soccer team can have as significant an impact on the people you help as other volunteering opportunities. Volunteers offer their time because they have a passion to help others, and that help can be given in myriad ways.

Leave time for the rest of your life. Volunteering is a selfless act, and volunteers are the backbone of many successful charitable organizations. But older men and women should leave time for the rest of their lives as well. Retirement should be fulfilling but also include time for recreation, so don’t downplay how important hobbies are to you in an attempt to find more time to volunteer. No retiree wants to grow resentful of his or her volunteer work because it leaves little time for other pursuits, so do your best to balance your charitable endeavors with the other things in life that matter to you.

Finding the right volunteer opportunity can make all the difference for older men and women who want to give back to their communities.

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very few years we conduct surveys of our citizens and visitors. Given that so many of our property owners in Atlantic Beach have permanent residences in other areas we rely on surveys to solicit input form those who may not be able to attend town meetings. One of the most informative questions we ask is, “what do you like most about Atlantic Beach?” And, one of the most popular answers to this question is, “Atlantic Beach isn’t too commercial.” Feedback of this type indicates that we have a good balance of residential and commercial development in our town and that this balance is important to the quality of life in Atlantic Beach.

If a community ends up with too much commercial development, issues like traffic negatively impact the quality of life for the residents. Beach communities like Myrtle Beach and Virginia Beach are examples of places where I think there is too much commercial development. We definitely do not want that kind of environment in Atlantic Beach; its just not who we are.

I think, however, there are also negative impacts on quality of life when there is too little commercial development. A vibrant community needs restaurants, shops, offices and other businesses so that its residents do not have to travel far to meet their day-to-day needs. I believe the right kinds of businesses are as important to a community as homes are as long as there is an appropriate balance.

Earlier this year the governor appointed me to the NC Coastal Resources Commission. In addition to allowing me to help develop

coastal policy that will benefit Atlantic Beach, the meetings of this group give me a chance to spend time in parts of the North Carolina coast that I don’t visit often. I was recently in the beaches around Brunswick County and was struck by the lack of vibrant commercial districts. Most of the homes seemed miles away from a grocery store or a coffee shop. While these towns feature lovely beaches and nice homes, they lacked the sense of place that the commercial districts in Atlantic Beach help create. And, it was evident that you needed a car to get around most of these towns – there wasn’t much worth walking to other than the beach.

Atlantic Beach is fortunate to have commercial districts distributed throughout our town. Parts of these districts need redevelopment – I cringe every time I pass the former Showboat motel. But we should work to ensure that we maintain a good balance of commercial and residential development. The redevelopment we’ve seen on the Circle provides a good model for the future of the Causeway. The town council just approved three new commercial structures for the Circle – a bakery/café, a new Tackle Box tavern, and another restaurant structure. These buildings follow the completion of seven commercial storefronts on the Circle earlier this year. There are plenty of new residences on the Circle, but they are balanced by an increasing amount of quality commercial development. As our citizens noted in the surveys mentioned above, maintaining this balance is important for our community.

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he “Parmalee Famalee” is attracting new members of all ages.

The organization is officially known as the “unofficial fan club for the rockin’ country music band Parmalee.”

Plays on words that are quasi-absurd are a hallmark of the music lyrics in the songs performed by the four guys who constitute the group that got its start in Martin County in eastern North Carolina in 2001.

Parmalee is gaining popularity for its unique Southern country sound … and for its philanthropic efforts to aid those in the Carolinas who have suffered the most from Hurricane Florence.

In mid-October, about a month after Florence blew through, the group released “Down Town (Hurricane Florence Relief Song)” with all proceeds from sales donated through the American Red Cross to help people recover from the storm. The value of the international news media coverage is priceless. The act of kindness is invaluable.

The new song was written by Parmalee’s lead vocalist Matt Thomas, who said: “It was heartbreaking to see all the damage back home caused by the storm. This is where we’re from … these are our brothers and sisters.

“We played some of our first shows in these towns. These people have supported us for so long, we knew we wanted to help and support them in return,” he added. “Hearing the stories of how everybody banded together and looked out for each other, as they always do, was really inspiring and reminded me why I’m proud of where I came from, which is what this song is all about.”

This ain’t no going down town.

When trouble comes around town, It’s a proud of where you came from town; The kind of place where people stand their ground.

No, this ain’t no going down town.

The band’s music is getting better with age. Members are all in their early 40s but still have the energy and goofy spunk of teenagers.

Brothers Scott and Matt Thomas and their cousin Barry Knox grew up in Robersonville in the western part of Martin County. Jerry Thomas took his sons and his nephew under his wing and introduced the boys to country music. In the mid-1990s, the Thomas Brothers Band began to

gain its own identity. Frequently, the boys performed about 20 miles from home in Greenville, where they entertained audiences at the many clubs that catered to young people associated with ECU in the Greenville area.

Josh McSwain grew up in Shelby, but went to college at ECU in 1993 to study music. An accomplished guitarist and keyboardist, McSwain “sat in with the Thomas Brothers Band one night in 2001” and everything clicked. He became fast friends with the boys from Robersonville. And the band had a “fourth.”

The band searched for a place to rehearse where it could get loud without bothering the neighbors. The group found the perfect spot, about two miles down the road from Robersonville, in the small community of Parmele. Tenderly described as a cross between a barn and a shed, the small building was lovingly named “Studio B,” after owner Mark Bryant.

Heck, there weren’t but 278 people in the whole town of Parmele to bother. Rather, the residents seemed to enjoy having a bit of noise for a change, Bryant said.

A reporter once asked Matt Thomas to paint a mental picture of Parmele. He obliged, saying: “Imagine one crossroad, an orange flashing light, and one little white store on the corner with a fence behind it with a bunch of junk cars. That’s it. The barn that we practiced in is behind that white store in the backyard of the house.”

“Nothing much to Parmele, but it has good people there. There is a spot where the train can turn around in Parmele. It’s our claim to fame,” Matt Thomas added.

Indeed, to this day, CSX Transportation operates the Parmele Wye, and going to watch the trains make a “three-point turn” is one of the top-rated “things to do in Parmele.” (Parmele, incorporated in 1893, was once the junction of three railways with tracks leading in five directions.)

Back in the little barn, the band finally agreed to name itself after Parmele, changing the spelling to Parmalee so people would pronounce it correctly. In order to forge a bond, each member has Parmele’s zip code of 27861 included in his collection of arm tattoos.

Josh McSwain shared: “27861 illustrates our commitment to each other, saying ‘we’re in this for real and for the long haul.” From the album titled “27861” came Parmalee’s breakout single titled “Carolina,” in 2013, a Platinum-certified #1 hit.

Band Concocts ‘Country Dictionary’ for its Fans After years of friendship and endless days spent on a bus together, traveling the live concert tour, the four members of Parmalee have nearly developed a language all their own.

They’re sharing some of their original vocabulary with fans through “The Country Dictionary,” a series of quick and funny video clips, also called “Parmalisms.” So far, about 90 vignettes are in the “li-bary.”

When Josh McSwain, a native of Cleveland County west of Charlotte, hooked up with the band in 2001, he admitted: “It took me a while to learn how to communicate with these eastern North Carolina boys (from Martin County).” He remembers that one day, they sent him to the grocery store to get some ‘fresh white-lofa.’ “I called back to say I couldn’t find it.”

“It’s a loaf of fresh, soft white bread – like Sunbeam or Bunny. That’s fresh white-lofa,” Barry Knox explained.

Matt Thomas said you need fresh white-lofa to make a good “loni” sandwich, which is eastern Carolina talk for bologna. If you’re not very hungry, just use one slice of white-lofa and “benderback.” Fold, not cut, in half, he instructed. That’s how you benderback. Be careful not to tear the bread.

The Parmalee band’s condiment of choice for a loni sandwich is yellow ROM (regular old mustard). Never lather it with spicy mustard or honey mustard, Matt Thomas advised.

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Sometimes, you take your pack of loni straight out of the “fridgeidator.” Other times, you cook up a fried loni sandwich.

Similar to a benderback is a “taco-bill.” Mash down both sides of the bill of your ball cap with the palms of your hands … and keep working it until it looks like an inverted taco shell. Then, your cap is ready to wear out in public.

Knox introduced Parmalee fans to the term “s’poda.” “It’s like this,” he says, “I was s’poda been here yesterday (supposed to have been).

If he’d a-been on time, he could-a had a bowl of “bumix stew,” reported Scott Thomas. “The proper term is Brunswick stew, but we shorten it to the way folks around Martin County always say it – bumix stew.”

“Jollywhopper” is a synonym for anything that is very large,” McSwain said. Outdoorsmen use this word a lot. A big bass is a jollywhopper. So is a buck with a really big rack…as is an ultra-loud belch.

When it comes to songwriting for Parmalee, there are no rules, except “the best song wins!”

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Joy is 'Lance in Your Pants (Pockets)' Happy 80th anniversary in 2018 to ToastChee, the most famous Nabs cracker of all time, produced by Lance, which was founded in Charlotte.

ToastChee cheese crackers with peanut butter sandwiched in the middle debuted in 1938.

Christine T. Nguyen, writing for the North State Journal newspaper, based in Raleigh, says: “You can taste the goodness just thinking about them.”

“A pack of Nabs is a beautiful thing,” Nguyen adds. Essentially, Nabs are one of the finer things in Carolina and throughout the South.

Every Southern man, woman, boy or girl “worth their salt grew up eating” Nabs, comments Mike Voss of the Washington (N.C.) Daily News.

The term “Nabs” originated in 1924, when the National Biscuit Company (established in 1898), commonly known as Nabisco, introduced a 5-cent sealed packet dubbed a “peanut sandwich packet.”

The route drivers who delivered the snack packs to soda fountains, factory lunch rooms, gas stations, newsstands and corner groceries shortened the product name to just Nabs. The name stuck with Southerners, and today, the term is used to generically mean any type of snack crackers.

So, Nabs are not produced by Lance, but Lance snack cracker packets are commonly referred to as Nabs. Got it?

Meanwhile, Nabisco was having great success with its cookiestyle products introduced in the early 1900s, including Fig Newtons, Nabisco Wafers, Barnum’s Animal Crackers, Cameos, Lorna Doones, Oreos and Famous Chocolate Wafers. Nabisco seemed content with the performance of its headliners and eventually abandoned it snack cracker packet lines in the 1970s or thereabouts.

This opened the door for Lance to dominate the market.

You might say that Nabs is “the protein bar of the South,” says Kim Holloway, whose popular blog is known as “Stuff Southern People Like.” (She’s a native of Jackson, Miss., who is now living and working in Seattle. Her freelance writing business is known as WordyGirl.)

“In most Southern households,” Holloway writes, “you’ll find anywhere from two to a dozen packs of Nabs.” (“Perhaps fairies deliver them at night,” because no matter how many you eat, it seems “they’re always there.”)

“Nabs are what you eat when you’re kind of hungry, but not enough to eat an actual meal. Or if you ARE hungry enough to eat an actual meal, but the meal you’re fixin’ to eat isn’t fixed yet. What Southern child hasn’t heard his/her mother say, ‘Here, have some nabs,’ or more frequently, ‘Eat you some nabs’”?

Dr. Tom Allen, a minister at First Baptist Church in Southern Pines agrees that Nabs are the Southern go-to snack, having “become a staple for mill workers and attorneys alike. Throw a pack into a kid’s bookbag. Toss one to a hunting buddy. Nabs travel well in a golf cart.

Nip Chees, with a cheddar center, is my favorite. Be forewarned – orange cracker crumbs leave sticky evidence. Nibble with caution.”

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sickness rolled in, Lance came to the rescue. A pack of ToastChee kept things stable until lunch.” The nonprescription became: “Eat one cracker every hour, for six hours, with sips of ginger ale.”

Writing for BrandlandUSA.com, Garland Pollard commented about how impressed he was on a recent Delta Air Lines flight to be served a Coke and a pack of Nabs by the flight attendant.

“Perhaps the Deep South roots of Delta were showing through,” he reckoned. (The company was formed in Macon, Ga., in 1924 and began flying passengers in 1929.)

Pollard asked the attendant: “How long has Delta been giving out Nabs in flight?”

“Nabs?” she questioned back.

“She did not know what Nabs were.

Sadly, I am encountering more and more folk who do not know that packaged peanut butter crackers are called Nabs.”

Nabs may not be well known in Yankee states, but it is connected to the Midwest. Ginny Evans responded to Pollard’s posting: “I’ve been reading Brad Watson’s novel ‘Miss Jane.’ There was a mention of Nabs, and I immediately thought (of the slogan) ‘Nibble a Nab for a Nickel.’ I was born in 1928, and growing up in Illinois in the ‘30s and ‘40s, Nabs were a fact of life.”

An article by Michael Graff in Our State magazine claimed “the ToastChee brand of Lance crackers, in particular, is a part of the Carolinas’ culture. The Lance ToastChee is ours.”

Graff summed up the situation: “Without Nabs, we wouldn’t be empty, but we wouldn’t be nearly as full.”

Snack Cracker Businesses Have Southern Roots

In 1913, Philip L. Lance and his son-in-law, Salem A. Van Every, founded the Lance Packing Company in Charlotte. They started out in coffee but diversified to offer roasted peanuts, which they packed in brown paper bags and sold on the downtown sidewalks for 5 cents a bag.

They introduced peanut butter, which led to packaged peanut butter cracker sandwiches, reportedly invented by Lance’s wife and his daughter, using Lance peanut butter and saltine crackers.

After Philip Lance’s death in 1926, Salem Van Every assumed control of the company. Sales were approaching $2 million a year, when Van Every died in 1938. His son, Philip Lance Van Every, became president. Annual sales volume had climbed to $14 million in 1950 and to $26.5 million by 1960.

The next 50 years would see continued growth, prosperity and diversification for Lance.

One early competitor was Tom’s Foods, a snack food company that Tom Huston began in 1925 in Columbus, Ga. Lance and Snyder’s of Hanover Inc. merged in 2010, creating Snyder’s-Lance Inc. The new company blended in Tom’s in 2015 and renamed it Tom’s Snacks. Most recently, in 2017, the Campbell Soup Company acquired Snyder’s-Lance.

Another snacks player was Austin Quality Foods, Inc., which started up operations in Cary, N.C., in 1932. In 2000, Austin Quality Foods became a subsidiary of Keebler Foods Company. Then, in 2001, Keebler was acquired by the Kellogg Company.

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Welcome to the Sunsets and Joys of the Quiet Season

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appy New Year! As we settle down after the sharing season of Christmas, we can pause for a few minutes to review the past year. More importantly, we can look and plan for the coming year and beyond. Every minute of every day is a chance to start anew, but the first of a new year is a common measuring point to start.

Personally, I’m very excited about starting this year, which we are calling “2019 The Year of the Tree”. With the devastation from Hurricane Florence we need to do somethings to regrow our maritime forest. A small group of us have been meeting for the past couple of months and are making plans for a three pronged approach to help us all be successful at replanting our properties.

Our first area, or prong, is our public lands, town rights of way and parks. We are teaming up with the US Forest Service to do an assessment of our losses. There is a grant we are planning to apply for that will not only do the assessment, but also provide trees to plant. Our leader on this front is Sarah Williams, our town clerk. Sarah has done great things with applying for grants and writing awards packages. She has already established contacts and is waiting for the grant application process to start.

The second prong is geared toward private lands. Chris Freeman, a town resident, has taken the initiative to contact the National Arbor Day Foundation (NADF). We’re not sure how involved the NADF will be, but they may provide some trees and saplings for you to plant in your yards. The key will be making sure the plantings

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Prong three will include bigger trees for your yards. We had a generous donation from Brent Milgrom of $5,000 to help the town with storm recovery. I will be asking our board of commissioners for a match to help residents get trees planted. We’re looking at having order forms so you can order wholesale trees and get help getting them in the ground with a level of match from the town. We are going to attempt for trees that are indigenous to this area and climate. Please watch for more communication on this subject. Lots more to follow!

Heading all this up is our all volunteer Community Appearance Commission, chaired by Steve Felch. He is an experienced tree expert and his committee is excited to make sure the trees are properly located and planted. This is an exciting time to help our town recover from the hurricane.

This year will be exciting in many ways! We will have our first Dinner with the Mayor in Raleigh on Feb. 23 between 5:30-7pm at Mia Francesca Restaurant. I always look forward to this meeting because it helps include the citizen’s that are not here year round – yet!

As we start our new year, our number one goal will continue to be communication. We want to make sure we are communicating with you and be available to listen to you in return. We’re all in this together and the future looks bright! Thank you for a great 2018, and all the best to you and your family for a rewarding 2019!

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A goal of Taoist meditation is to achieve a state of stillness by emptying the mind. The focused concentration that is required to practice Tai Chi draws the mind away from daily worries and tension.

Following Terri’s talk and demonstration, seven volunteers rose to the challenge to try out the first several Tai Chi movements. Under Terri’s guidance, the volunteers were able to master the first simple movements and to appreciate the value of this “moving meditation.” For those interested in pursuing Tai Chi classes for beginners will resume in early

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January at the Morehead City Recreation Center, 1600 Fisher St. Contact Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. at 726-5083 for details. For more about the practice of Tai Chi visit www.taoist.org/moving meditation.

In December the club members and their spouses and guests celebrated the holiday season by gathering at the Country Club of the Crystal Coast for a delicious holiday luncheon. As always, the club was festively decorated, the food was beautifully prepared, and Cathi Tanner entertained everyone with her delightful holiday piano selections.

Club members look forward to 2019 with a kick-off meeting on January 25 when Kathryn Hudson, Reike therapist and trainer, will speak to the group. Meetings are held at 9:30am at the Pine Knoll Shores Town Hall with time for socializing before the speaker and business meeting. Start the New Year off right and join your neighbors and friends at the January meeting of the Pine Knoll Shores Women’s Club. Guests are always welcome to attend.

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

Adult Programs Weight Watchers: Tuesdays at 5:30-7:30pm Onslow County Senior Services Nutrition Site: Meets Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm

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● ’Boro Buddies Pre-K Program: Tues & Thurs, 9am-12pm ● After School Program Grades K-5: Mon-Fri, after school until 5:30pm

Fitness January-February: Biggest Winner! Weight Loss Challenge, Join us as we get up and get moving to shed some of those pounds that might have appeared over the holidays. This program will start Jan. 7 so register soon.

Each entry comes with complimentary use of the Recreation Center’s on-site fitness facility for the duration of the program and the person who loses the highest percentage of body weight overall will receive a one year membership to our fitness facility free (valued at $150) of charge! Check in’s will be done in a discreet manner so don’t let stage fright stop you.

Special Events and Information Jan. 7: Bob Ross Paint Along. 5-7pm. Join us for a night full of happy trees, happy clouds and zero mistakes – just happy accidents! We will be rolling with the best at our Bob Ross Paint Along. Everything will be provided; just wear paint clothes!

Jan. 8: Invest in Your Wellness: How do I get Healthy and Stay Fit? 6-7pm. Change is in the air, but do you know the steps to make it happen?

Martha will help you find ways to simple ways to start building your health foundation.

Jan. 15: Light Therapy Informational Session. 6-7pm. Join the “Light Therapy” conversation to learn how to enhance your health with this self-care tool. Whether you’re looking for pain relief from chronic pain, injury or to take an active approach to wellness, this FDA cleared device relieves pain and inflammation without take drugs!

Jan. 19: Resource Fair. 10am-2pm. Please spread the word and join us in January at our Resource Fair. We will have providers of different services (residential, therapeutic, behavioral and more) on site to answer questions about what is available locally to help people with special needs.

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Jan. 28: Fellowship Night. 6:30-7:30pm. This monthly program welcomes adults of all abilities to come together for a fun evening with a rotating theme or activity as an after dinner/evening group. We extend this invitation to anyone who is in their senior year of high school and above. Pre-registration appreciated.

Feb. 5: Essential Oils 101: Ancient Secrets of Essential Oils Documentary. 5-7pm. This documentary traces the use of essential oils throughout the ages, from biblical times through today. Also watch scientists explain the biological effect oils have on our body and brain!

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rom the beginning of the development of their Front Street Village project in Beaufort, Bucky and Wendi Oliver planned to have a hotel and restaurant with meeting facilities. That dream will become a reality with the opening of the Beaufort Hotel and 34° North Restaurant projected for April 2019.

The property is a joint venture between Concord Hospitality Enterprises, a leading hospitality manager and developer headquartered in Raleigh, and Beaufort Hospitality Enterprises, LLC, which is owned by the Olivers.

The three-story boutique hotel will offer 133 guest rooms, including four waterfront suites overlooking Taylor’s Creek. Recreational amenities at the resort-style hotel will include a fitness center, outdoor seasonal swimming pool with whirlpool, and full-service marina.

The hotel’s conference space will appeal to organizations seeking a unique environment for their meetings and is a memorable destination for waterside weddings, outdoor cocktail parties and retreats. With over 10,000 sq. ft. of event space, the grand ballroom accommodates 375 people for a seated event.

The waterfront venue is considered one the premiere event locations in Eastern North Carolina for weddings from 50 to 500. Its staff has the experience and the culinary expertise to handle all the details from wedding ceremonies to rehearsal dinners and receptions.

The hotel will focus on groups including corporate events, business meetings, team building events, trade shows and executive retreats.

In addition, it will host birthdays, anniversaries, theme parties, fishing tournaments, food festivals, fundraisers, reunions and more.

The Beaufort Hotel will offer the newest dining destination on the Crystal Coast with 34° North, a 200-seat full-service restaurant and bar.

Hotel guests, visitors and locals alike will enjoy Southern and coastal cuisine featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with Sunday brunch.

The wrap-around outdoor patio will offer diners unparalleled panoramic views of the incredible Rachel Carson Reserve, home to more than 30 wild horses.

“The opening of Beaufort Hotel and 34° North Restaurant will be a great step forward for the tourism and economic development on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast,” said Bucky Oliver, co-founder of Beaufort Hospitality Enterprises. “With this new property comes 100 new jobs and additional revenue for the area.”

The Beaufort Hotel will be managed by Concord Hospitality. The company currently holds more than 100 hotels within its portfolio and operates under brands including Marriott, Hyatt and Hilton. Concord’s hotel portfolio spans 19 states, as well as two provinces in Canada. This property will be Concord’s tenth hotel in North Carolina.

The Beaufort Hotel is an Ascend Hotel Collection member by Choice Hotels. Each Ascend hotel is a unique reflection of its local community, with staff committed to sharing their insider knowledge of the places, moments and experiences that make each destination special.

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inter has returned to the coastlands. Twilight falls over the Atlantic Ocean, dusky lavender skies deepening to the deepest aubergine with the thinnest crimson line skimming the horizon. Cold, brilliant, twinkling stars pierce the darkness, our Creator’s promise that the nights are never too dark, “the Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.” The earth holds its breath and pauses for the winter solstice, and then begins again the ancient journey from longest night to longest day in our earthly journey around the sun.

Winter is always a season requiring great patience and is for me best endured by a crackling wood fire with hot tea at hand and some excellent reading matter or a friendly conversation to fill the hours.

The winter after Florence, many of us are reclaiming the ancient Latin etymology of the word patience, which is, to suffer. We knew in the immediate aftermath of this historic hurricane that patience would be required, but would have despaired to know that months later we would still be waiting for new roofs and rebuilding to commence.

Patience.

Much of Carteret County is joining in a communal lament as we proclaim to each other, “yes, we are down to the studs.” Our sheetrock and wood paneling is ripped out, we are stripped down to the subfloor, our buildings have been refined down to their essence, their sturdy core of wooden framing, the studs that framed our interior and exterior walls. The magnificent Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center, survived the storm due to the strength and integrity of her framed walls but she, too is “down to the studs.” Patience and resilience were much in evidence as the wide community of family and friends who have a deep love for Down East gathered there the first weekend in December for the annual 56

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Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend. My church home, Swansboro United Methodist, is also “down to the studs” on the lower level below our sanctuary, but we are already strongly reclaiming our mission to be a recovery center for others that wish to travel to our area as work teams to help our less fortunate neighbors repair their homes. The seeds of rebuilding are germinating already in these two beautiful buildings that are “down to the studs” because we are, by necessity, a patient people, those of us with homes and lives, lived by the powerful sea. We sturdy people have been stripped down to our soul’s essence as well, but with patience and forbearance we weathered this well and are more proud and determined than ever.

The challenges of 2018 have been formidable, beginning with a January meteorological event termed bomb cyclone that brought record breaking days of extremely low temperatures, plus snow and ice to our island. Infamously, Florence came ashore and stayed and stayed and stayed with devastating effects due to historic rain and wind. November saw tornadoes strike Carteret County on two separate occasions. This will be a New Year’s Eve that I will really enjoy celebrating; I can’t wait to proclaim that this most difficult of years is now over.

Patience. With each sunrise and sunset we are one day’s revolution closer to spring. Stoicism, that least understood virtue, is still required as we discuss scheduled repairs with our contractors.

Patience finally rewarded on that day, hopefully soon to come, when our homes, our museums, and our church homes are beautifully rebuilt again.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Pairs 5. Try to gain favor 10. Bloodsucking African fly 12. Preserve a dead body 14. Philly delicacy 16. Early multimedia 18. Agency 19. Teenagers’ test 20. Net 22. Computer memory 23. Drove fast 25. Expression of annoyance 26. Google certification 27. A way to caress 28. Charles S. Dutton sitcom 30. OJ’s judge 31. Pack up 33. Croc hunter 35. Extract 37. Leg parts 38. Herbal tea 40. Humans have 10 41. Autonomic nervous system 42. Swiss river 44. Paddle 58

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45. Taxi 48. Something to break 50. Hoarse 52. Flow’s partner 53. Famed English cricketer 55. Parts per thousand (abbr.)

56. Peacock network 57. Sports highlight show 58. Great generosity 63. Barbary sheep 65. Agave 66. Crab (German) 67. Egyptian god of life

CLUES DOWN 1. Speedy ballplayer Gordon 2. Utah athlete 3. Former CIA 4. Teeter totter 5. Sporting dog 6. Woman (French) 7. Greek sophist 8. Gathered leaves 9. Milliliter 10. African nation 11. In a brazen way 13. Aquatic mammal 15. Pouch 17. Denies 18. Germany 21. Brightness 23. Cool!

24. Department of Defense 27. Indian city 29. “Our Betters” director 32. Ice cream brand 34. Midway between north and northeast 35. Postage is one type 36. Balearic island

39. Body part 40. Scotland’s longest river 43. Where rafters go 44. Type of Kia 46. Where monks live 47. UK TV station 49. A way to raise an objection 51. Sunscreen rating 54. Unfriendly 59. Catch 60. Panthers’ QB 61. Self 62. Type of sister 64. Alright

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ATLANTIC

Richard and Mary Willis to Luther and Patty Mason, 106 Lee Daniels Road, $85,000.

ATLANTIC BEACH

Dana and David Stewart and Shelley and Edwin Vivas to Christopher and Sara Buchanan and Michelle Steva, 102 Shady Lane, $82,000.

John and Margaret Peterson to Ivette Pavez, 161 Lee Daniels Road, $95,000.

Timothy Bennett and Sally Erickson to Michael Hagie and Lora Campbell, 201 Henderson Blvd. #12, $118,000.

Nancy and Edward Brower to David and Cheryl McComish, 301 Commerce Way #155, $169,000.

Nancy and Charles Carroll and William Harris, Jr. to Beth and James Pickard, III, 204 Pelican Drive, $177,000.

Gregory and Stephanie Marquart to Linda Forsberg, 114 Bahama Breeze Drive, $200,000.

John and Jan Porterfield to Gregory and Stephanie Marquart, 402 Old Causeway Road, $200,000.

Ben and Angela Baker and Michael and Jamie Sloop to Robersonville Ice and Coal, Inc., 1904 E. Fort Macon Road #224, $205,000.

Eddi and Martin Green, Trudy and Charles Nelson, II and Dianne and Addison Johnson, Jr. to Michael and Gloria Montanaro, 1400 E. Fort Macon Road #513, $205,000.

Matthew and Lindsey Myers to Ronald Manning and Helen Pawlowicz, 110 Pelican Drive, $344,500.

William and Jill Whitehurst and Mary Evans to Kelsey and Drew Norris, 110 Swindell Lane, $407,000.

Elizabeth Crawley to Gregory and Janice Burke, 109 Island Quay Court, $465,000.

BEAUFORT

Robert Melton and Mallory Melton to Marlene Flores, 102 Park Ave., $91,500.

George and Sandra Wheatly to Richard and Lucia Stanley, 220 Ash Lane, $109,000.

UHF Development, LLC to Bradley and Kimberly Hedrick, 315 Hedrick St., $113,000.

Theresa and Steven Beacham and Timothy Lawrence to Cortney Springsted and Heath Parnell, 256 Gillikin Road, $120,000.

Robert Devnew to Carol Lee, 101 Campen Road, $123,000.

William and Teresa Brister to Janet Courtney, 105 Loftin Lane, $150,000.

Bogue Innovative Developers, LLC to Katie and Charles Fulton, III, 107 Cedar Ave., $205,000.

Elizabeth and Harold Booth, Jr. to Patrick Stephens and Sheena Wigger, 401 Mallard Court, $216,000.

Barbara Yates to John and Corinne Forsberg, 412 Island Drive, $225,000.

James and Mary Marks to Overton Homes, LLC, 503 W. Atlantic Blvd., $250,000.

William and Jessica Anderson to Jessica Doty, 105 Plantation Circle, $235,000.

2800 WFM, Inc. to Sharon and John Parks, Jr., 2800 W. Fort Macon Road, $289,500.

Mark Eubanks to Thomas Ninke and Antoinette Gorgone, 219 Highway 101, $245,000.

2800 WFM, Inc. to Kurt and Ivy Lieberman, 2800 W. Fort Macon Road, $299,500.

Anita Fleming to Christina and Andrew Andrews, 501 Marsh St., $247,500.

Reid and Linda Strader and Stacy and Walker Lynch to James and Jo-Ann Williams, 2503 W. Fort Macon Road #303A, $339,000.

Valerie Shelton and William Wood, Jr. to Christopher and Stephanie Mitchell, 540 Shipmast Court, $258,500.

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Tomma Barnes, 221 Taylorwood Drive, $290,000.

Paul and Patricia Cappa to Jane and James Smith, Jr., 144 Grady Dale Lane, $350,000.

CAPE CARTERET

Jeffrey and Rhonda Pennell to Evan and Bronwyn Schwend, 106 Emma Court, $296,000.

Nathaniel and Megan Fahy to Jesse Goepel, 100 Casey Court, $387,500.

Christopher and Jennifer Barber to Bruce and Toni Marie Hedreen, 121 Bogue Sound Drive, $43,000.

EMERALD ISLE

Stephanie Brown to Richard and Denise Strazenbach, 214 Anita Forte Drive, $125,000.

Clayton Zimmerman and Rebecca Tollefson to William and Sharen Exiner, 204 Windjammer East, $155,000.

Charles and Cynthia Umstead to Randall Crews, 115 Bayshore Drive, $217,000.

Annizel Martin to Stacy Gainey and Brian Briggs, 124 Pine Lake Road, $230,000.

Roger and Susan Fulp to Christine Baker, 156 Bobwhite Circle, $232,500.

Jessica and Charles Speitel, IV to Jeannie and Stanley Humphrey, 109 Quailwood Circle, $243,000.

William and Doreen Saunders to Jonathan and Rachel Lucas, 120 Sutton Drive, $289,000.

Jeffery and Margorie Lewis to Charles and Shanda Hairr, 410 Star Hill Drive, $365,000.

James Bair to David and Laura Nelson, 114 Sutton Drive, $395,000.

CEDAR ISLAND

John Parrish to Terry and Karen Denny, 9201 Coast Guard Road #306, $115,500.

Parker Brothers of Emerald Isle, LLC to Robert and Kaitlyn Whaley, 205 Loblolly St., $273,000.

Cecelia Vlahakis to Charles and Jessica Shearin, 311 Cape Lookout Loop, $299,000.

Jonathan and Doreen Moder to Steven Rohrs, 8626 Sound Drive #B3, $320,000.

William Adams, Jr. and Deborah and Terry Norris to Joseph and Sandra Shary, 321 Cape Fear Loop, $360,000.

John and Diane Austin to John and Jane Stephenson, 1906 Ocean Drive, $490,000.

Charles and Amy Smith to Joshua and Amanda Thomas, 117 Wyndward Court, $495,000.

Linda Pruitt to Allan and Carolyn Graham, 9417 E. Ocean Drive, $500,000.

Judy Garner to Ted and Amanda Gottschalk, 415 Lola Road, $80,000.

Lee and Charlene Garrett to Mark and Joye Burroughs, 509 Island Drive, $510,000.

CEDAR POINT

David and Pamela Harper to Adam Newman and Keith and Lori Newman, 110 Bay Landing Road, $104,000.

Sandra and John Grady, Jr., Matthew Grady and Danielle and John Grady, III to Edward and Deborah Brice, 210 Old Cove Road, $585,000.

Karen Buck to Larry and Melina Rhymer, 106 Bay Harbor Court, $134,500.

Stephen and Roberta King to Ryan and Amy Morris, 4208 Emerald Drive, $855,000.

Thomas and Amanda Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mara to Tavin and McKenzie Boutte, 109 Holland arm Road, $187,000.

GLOUCESTER

Charles Coffman to Jean Rachide, 106 Marsh Island Drive, $268,000.

Robert Pike to Catherine Tanner, 732 Straits Road, $40,000.

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Delight and James Gifford to Joseph and Marianne Bennett, 930 Island Road, $70,000.

David and Myra Bradley to Urlene Williamson, 136 Willow Pond Drive, $196,000.

Croatan Investment Company and Eastward, LLC to Janet and Preston Howell, 145 Sound Point Drive, $94,000.

Leonard Evans to Ronald and Deborah Henderson, 809 Broadmoor Court, $210,000.

Bobbi Lynn and Scott Perry to Kevin and Elizabeth Carter, 202 Willis Drive, $110,000.

Robert and Adella Pray and Linda Henderson to Claude and Jill Hathcock, 135 Jennifer Drive, $250,000.

David and Delores Marks to Terry Koonce, 304 N. 8th St., $227,500.

Henbro, LLC to Mark and Stephanie Sydnor, 910 Avery St., $229,000.

Elisa Cagle to William and Christi Spangle, 163 Rush Point Road, $350,000.

Maria and Richard Pridgen, III and Jessica and Sean Iverson to Edward and Jatoma Hudson, 3204 Country Club Road, $244,000.

Janet Beyer to Glenn and Joan Petty, 113 Maxwell Drive, $765,000.

Mildred Massengill to Monette and James Manly, 1503 Shepard St., $247,500.

and Cheryl Cartledge, 226 Bogue Drive, $309,000.

INDIAN BEACH

Kenneth Jones, Jr. to Jonathan and Kerry Davis, 909 Oak Drive, $255,000.

Frederick and Elizabeth Spires to Elizabeth Belvin and C. Thomas and Diane Baldridge, 2501 Marsh Tern Lane, $315,000.

Thomas and Rebecca Ruffolo to Kevin and Michele Blackburn, 1505 Salter Path Road #139, $286,000.

Steven and Cheryl Kanetzke to David and Tuyet Prevette, 1701 Salter Path Road #101, $359,000.

Ronnie and Jo-Ann Johnson to Noel Belcher, 1550 Salter Path Road #505, $370,000.

Steven and Audrey Hawley to Charles Clanton and Kimberly Bryan, 119 Kiawa Way, $545,000.

MOREHEAD CITY

Judy and Harold Diemer, III to Russell and Nancy Shepherd, 4425 Arendell St. #28, $30,000.

MC Investments Group, LLC to David and Sherri Bova, 1502 Galley Circle, $60,000.

Beaufort Flats, LLC to Happy Gardens, LLC, 5025 Business Drive, $100,000.

John Wilson, III to Guy Lampe, 5103 Highway 70 East, $125,000.

Linda Randolph to Sun Hyang, 600 N. 35th St. #903, $136,000.

Michael Noonan to Maureen Cronley, 204 S. 13th St., $195,000.

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Uriel and Rebecca Hedgecock to Benjamin and Kristin McGrath, 1602 Fairfield Court, $260,000.

Clarence and Jean Chappell to Kale and Jessica Heckerson, 415 Hillcrest Drive, $315,000.

William Van Horn, Harry Van Horn, III and Michael O’Conner to Robert and Susan Howard, 1604 Evans St., $265,000.

Martha Odell to Daphne and Joseph Lyon, III, 703 Fisher St., $325,000.

Marcus and Kerry Tilley to Stephen and Lori Sullivan, 1800 Widgeon Drive, $265,000.

Phillip and Michele Cottrell to Joseph and Sarah Cook, 1931 Kingfisher Drive, $330,000.

Christopher and Elizabeth Hardison to Thomas Powell Properties, LLC, 1403 Shackleford St., $273,000.

Andrea Smith to Patrick and Laura Conneely, 1507 Chip Shot Drive, $343,500.

Kenneth Royall, III to Susan and William Hawley, III, 100 Olde Towne Yacht Club Drive #703, $275,000.

Michael and Susan Fox to James and Jane Fisher, 141 Corncake Circle #U1, $275,000.

Webb and Sharon Geer to Margaret and Wright Shields, 104 N. 9th St., $277,000.

Clifford Askew and Kimberly and Gerald Hardison to Jon Gonzalez, 113 Greyson Lane, $280,000.

Cheryl Suralik to Alexander and Anna Brown, 906 Ridge Water Blvd., $297,000.

William Woodward to Michael

Streamline Developers, Joseph and Melissa Stouffer, 403 Lanyard Drive, $367,000.

Henbro, LLC to Joseph and Gail Edmondson, 912 Avery St., $540,000.

Creedmoor Properties, LLC to Oceanus Capital, LLC, 4021 Arendell St., $2,188,000.

NEWPORT

Jim Wrenn to Alejandro Garcia, 232 E. Southwinds Drive, $30,000.

Tony and Wilma Bare to David and Carol Goodman, 518 Broad Creek Loop Road, $38,000.

Bluewater Associates of Emerald Isle, Inc. to Perry Smith, 314

George Taylor Road, $50,000.

Steish Systems, Inc. to Humphrey Builders, LLC, 284 Pearson Circle, $55,000.

WSLD Bogue Watch VI, LLC to Carrie and Jeffrey Rigsbee, 608 Lanyard Drive, $68,000.

Albert and Patsy Powers to Michael and Amanda Cowart, 631 Newport Loop Road, $99,500.

Cathy and James Henderson to Charles Canady, 1149 Hibbs Road, $101,000.

Terry and Carole Wadsley to Daniel and Stormy Haskett, 169 Arthur Farm Road, $106,000.

Kenneth Gardner and Carol Compton to Victor and Sarah Cutillo, 1011 Patch Drive, $115,000.

Rachel Davis to Christopher Hall, 110 Palmetta Drive, $125,000.

Clyde and Jeanne Jefferson to Elvin Rivera-Medina, 121 Colony St., $140,000.

Thomas Dees to Richard and Glenda John, 240 Masontown Road, $140,000.

Edna Wiseman to Amanda Tesch, 300 Oyster Cut, $240,000.

Allied Investors Group, LLC to David Hill, 103 JRS Ranch Road, $240,000.

Gregory Lawyer to John and Kathy MacWilliams, 413 Hardy Road, $275,000.

Jason and Melissa Endress to

Nicole Buccione, 225 Morada Bay Drive, $285,000.

acres north of Bogue Sound, $1,130,000.

Phillip and Michele Cottrell, 128 Cypress Drive, $500,000.

David and Laura Nelson to Joshua Reed, 104 Tidewater Drive, $289,000.

PINE KNOLL SHORES

Arey Grady, III and Wells Fargo Delaware Trust Company, NA to Ryan Medical, LLC, 217 Salter Path Road, $1,200,000.

Stephanie Davis to Andrew McMillan and Daniella Baird, 534 Pearson Circle, $294,000.

Charles and Greta Dozer to Michael and Christine McGrail, 233 Morada Bay Drive, $297,500.

Melinda and Willie Rose, Jr. to Marcus and Jill Conner, 951 Church St., $300,000.

Robert and Diane Ivey to Erol Varinca and Kimberly Barber, 506 Blue Heron Drive, $425,000.

Philip Daniels, Jr. and Shiela Daniels to Kevin and Sandra Stewart, 714 Cannonsgate Drive, $490,000.

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Anita Fleming to Richard and Toni Cox, 124 Cypress Drive, $85,500.

Kevin and Shannon Lamm and Rhonda and Roger Luther to George Gouge and Carolyn McKinney, 650 Salter Path Road #306, $160,000.

George Brown to Michael and Kathy Guzzo, 110 Hawthorne Drive, $285,000.

Peter and Phyllis Makuck to Michael Shulman and Maj. Britt Johnson, 549 Coral Ridge Road, $299,000.

Edward Schlatterer to Vincent and Polly McCoy, 107 Elm Court, $331,500.

Urlene Williamson to Brian Lowry, 242 Salter Path Road, $438,500.

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Franklin and Tammy Lawrence to David and Jacqueline Cieslinski, 108 Oak Hill Lane, $220,000.

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Paramount Builders of Eastern North Carolina, LLC to Curtis Warren, II and Kari Ann GreeneWarren, 169 Deepwater Drive, $273,500.

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Marcia Whitney and Anthony Smith to Mark and Heather Covert, 314 Coldwater Drive, $250,000.

Todd and Shelley Smith to Timothy and Cynthia Midgette, 424 Shoreside Drive, $1,500,000. *Publisher’s Note: This data is provided as public information available to all county residents.

Island Review accepts no liability for errors or omissions and has endeavored to be as accurate as possible. Price given indicates the number of tax stamps purchased at deed filing (representing $2 for $1,000 of sales price, in $500 increments) and as such, may not exactly reflect the true purchase price.

Perry Marbert to Christopher Salter, 117 Woodland Drive, $116,000.

Thomas and Carolyn Varner to Patricia Self and Patricia Skiff, 429 Woodland Drive, $140,000.

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JANUARY ARIES (March 21-April 20) Aries, even though you are not prone to worrying, early this month some things have you feeling a bit on edge. Concentrate on what you have going right instead of what can go wrong. Look forward to solid and passionate developments ahead. If you’re seeking love, then sparks may soon fly. You may experience a few complications in regard to some big plans that you have been working on.

Don’t let these derail your efforts. Things will work out. Keep in mind, you can’t predict how people will react. What you find humorous may bend someone else out of shape. If you suspect a joke won’t go over well, keep it to yourself. Conserve energy when you can because you might need it for a difficult project on the horizon.

TAURUS (April 21-May 21) Taurus, couch your ego for a little while and let a loved one get his or her way. Concede control in this and you’ll find it benefits you in many different ways. After some recent turbulence, rest easy knowing that calmer waters are ahead. Some tranquility and stability is just what the doctor ordered. A newfound energy can sweep you off of your feet and really jump-start goals this month and beyond. Go with the flow until you need a break; otherwise, you’ll tire out. Keep your eyes open and you just may stumble onto something new and fascinating. Now is a good time to explore new ideas and integrate them.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) This is a time for working smart and hard, Gemini.

Your hard work will come to fruition and get you where you need to be quickly. Ask for help if the going gets too tough. Expect some big changes in your love life in the months ahead. Count your blessings because you deserve all the good news that’s coming your way. Unfortunately, some people you were counting on may suddenly pull out of a plan. Make sure you have a few backups so that your plans can follow through. This month you may be confronted with a challenging obstacle. Devote all of your attention to the task at hand. Any rough patch you encounter will soon pass.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Expect to reconnect with a long-lost activity or hobby you used to love. Find things that give you pleasure and enjoy some time focusing on fun.

Surprises are in store for Cancers who are willing to take some risks. If you resign from your job, you just may find a dream position shortly after – things can be that dramatic. An extra boost of confidence is propelling you to embrace some changes. That means potentially jumping into a challenging project. Run with this. If a great opportunity comes your way, dive right in. Write down the pluses and minuses of this endeavor before getting too deep.

LEO (July 23-August 23) Retreating to the privacy and coziness of home may be tempting, however, you may have to step up and play leader or host or hostess at the

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beginning of the month. Some cosmic goodness is in store for you, Leo. Be excited about your prospects. This year can start out on the right foot, especially as it pertains to domestic matters. Seek others’ counsel on an important issue. Another person’s perspective or insight can help you make an informed decision. Once you’re comfortable going forward, do so. Try not to push yourself too much though; otherwise, you might ruffle the wrong feathers.

VIRGO (August 24-September 22) Virgo, even though you may not be a full-fledged clairvoyant, you certainly can tap into people’s thoughts to give them a start. Things in your domestic sector are bound to settle down. If you planned improvements at home, you’ll sail through those in no time with some help from friends. It is not a good idea to try to mold people into what you would like them to be. You may become frustrated if they resist your efforts. Embrace others for who they are. Do not panic if a glitch occurs in your best-laid plans. With a few easy modifications, you can work through it quickly. Look at the situation from a different angle. If you’ve been looking for a new career, you may be pleasantly surprised with the news coming your way. Opportunity knocks, but you must be paying attention.

LIBRA (September 23-October 23) You have a renewed determination to improve your finances. Use any extra money you receive to invest in a portfolio that can keep you earning.

Some pivotal changes may come into your life shortly. You may find out your family is increasing or learn that a career change is in the works. Start counting good fortune. Knowledge is power. Do all you can to improve your knowledge base. This is especially important as you try to navigate financial waters. Sometimes it can be easy for you to fixate on a particular way of doing things. Others may have a better way to tackle the same task. Extra spending on essentials may have you reevaluating your budget even more. You might need to cut corners to make everything work.

SCORPIO (October 24-November 22) Trust the process of working through your feelings, Scorpio. Many things have been going on and you need to absorb and file things away in your mind.

A talent that you used to feel insecure about can be an avenue to earn a significant amount of money.

Don’t hesitate to monetize and share your gifts.

Others may not take much notice of your emotions unless you exaggerate them. If you need a person to talk to, seek them out mid-month. Expect to reach a big milestone in your life by the end of the month. This likely has something to do with your family or career. The praise is warranted. Overall, it may seem the bumpy stretch in your life has been long, but you’re finally able to see that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Keep your head high.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) You may have more on your mind than you are

willing to admit. But showing vulnerability may make you seem more approachable to others.

While you have been in a stable relationship for some time now, both parties may be looking to shake things up. It can go two ways: A breakup or newfound depth. You won’t be sure which direction it will go for a little longer. If you trust your instincts on this and be yourself, things will work out. A good rule of thumb – don’t begin a conversation if you are not willing to see it through to the end. This will only make things more difficult for the relationships you keep. You need to focus on work this month. If things have slipped through your fingers, it could take a little time to regain your momentum. You can do it.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Capricorn, be a true friend to someone who can use a little extra love and support. Whether you lend a helping hand or just sit and listen, your efforts will be appreciated. Venus, the ruler of your career sector, will point your professional efforts in the right direction. Your professional outlook might turn completely around. Expect to encounter someone who is difficult to deal with this month.

The cosmic forces are at play. Be patient and wait for better times ahead. Shop around for the best deals before making a large purchase. Be sure to take inventory of your finances so your next move does not prove a setback. You will prove your mettle and show everyone just how tough you can be with a surprising announcement.

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) You need to push past fear and pursue your desires. Only then can you get ahead at work or in other areas of your life. Stop making excuses and be courageous. You may notice people in your social life are more friendly and accommodating lately. Make a concerted effort to work with a colleague with whom you might not see eye to eye.

Your efforts to communicate and compromise will not go unnoticed. You may be ready for something or someone new, Aquarius. Right now is a good time to connect with a new passion that can bring you even more success than you had imagined.

Even though many things are changing in your life right now, you’ll probably find that you welcome change whole-heartedly. Shake things up.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Pisces, if you are in a relationship, use this time to untangle some knots. These can be differences of opinion or financial concerns. If you’ve been waiting for seed money to start a venture, then your patience will pay off. Expect some good news to come. Don’t get yourself worked up trying to sort through things you cannot control. There are too many matters for you to handle them alone. Try to focus your energies in a positive way. You can accomplish what you set your mind to with the right attitude and perseverance. Moving in a new direction can mean many things to you – a change of address, a vacation, a new career, or even a new style fit the bill.

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Chalk & Gibbs Insurance and Real Estate: An independent agent serving clients along the Crystal Coast since 1925. Full service real estate sales and management and all of your insurance needs under one roof. Call today for a quote, 252-393-1284, 252-726-3167, or visit www.chalkandgibbs.com.

Emerald Isle Insurance: 8754 Reed Drive, Unit 9, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5086. Protect your beach property & save on flood insurance by working with Rhonda & Sherry for coverage on your primary residence, second home or rental unit.

GEAR & EVENT RENTALS

Island Essentials: Linen & Leisure Supply Company, Emerald Isle, 888-398-8887, 252-354-8887, info@island-essentials.com. High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home.

Also bed & bath linen service. Year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability. Visit our new showroom at 8002 Emerald Drive by appointment only.

HEALTH & BODY

Carteret Health Care: 3500 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-808-6000, www. carteretgeneral.com. The nearly 150-bed comprehensive medical center recently completed a $53 million expansion featuring a cancer treatment center, women’s health clinic and more with a focus on the highest level of care.

HOME SERVICES

Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control: Morehead City, 252-726-1781, New Bern, 252-636-2345, 800763-0378 or cleggs.com for an office nearest you. Locally owned & operated by NCSU grad, former president of NC Pest Control Assoc.

Servicing homes & businesses all over NC since 1960, free termite inspections.

Coastal Awnings & Hurricane Shutters: 5300 High St., Morehead City, 252-222-0707, crystalcoastawnings.com. See all your options for hurricane protection, stationary & retractable awnings. 9-5, M-F, weekends by appt. Custom awnings, Bahamas, Colonials, etc. Sales and service – our employees have a combined 40 years of experience.

Consumer Mobility Solutions: 118-A Market St., New Bern, 252-653-5350. Tired of climbing those stairs? Consumer Mobility Solutions may be the missing piece. Stair chairs, passenger lifts and cargo lifts can help make your life easier. Free consultation and free home surveys. Visit www.cmslifts.com or email Wayne at waynelamm@aol.com.

Liftavator: 4430 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, 888634-1717, encelevators.com. Service all brands of elevators & lifts with 5-year product warranty & 2-year service warranty. Licensed & insured. 24-hour service available. Building, installing & servicing elevators since 1985.

Pipeline Plumbing, Inc.: 910-381-4101. A local family-owned business taking care of all your plumbing needs. Licensed and fully insured with guaranteed, quality work. Services include new construction, remodeling, repairs, re-

piping, water heaters (tanks and tankless), fixture replacement, additions, winterizations and more. RP2 certified with 24-hour emergency service available.

Rid-A-Pest, Inc.: 4320 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-240-2266, serving Eastern North Carolina since 1972. Locally owned by Lee Smith, a NC State University graduate in entomology. Free estimates by phone or on-site at your location. Voted area’s highest customer satisfaction among pest management companies. Hours: M-F 8am5pm. Weekends by appointment. Visit www. ridapest.com.

Southeastern Elevator: Located in Morehead City, Southeastern Elevator’s motto says it all, “First in safety, quality and service” when it comes to residential elevators in a variety of sizes and models. Visit southeasternhomeelevators.com or call 252-725-1235 for a quote today.

Southern Glass & Mirror: 1047 W. Corbett Ave. (Hwy 24), Swansboro, 252-354-1223, 910325-1050, 24-hr. emergency service 910326-5283. Prompt, professional sales, service & installation of residential & commercial windows & glass doors, screens, mirrors, custom shower doors & enclosures, insulated glass, plexiglass & lexan, in Carteret, Craven & Onslow counties.

Tideline Lawn Care: Taylor Marshall, 230 W. Shorewood Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2883, 252-725-0755. Company provides seasonal lawn care services, from grass mowing and weed eating to concrete edging and blowing off paved areas on a two-week schedule.

Unlimited Electrical Solutions: 3003 Bridges St., Morehead City, 252-241-9186. Electrical repair for both business and residential clients along the Crystal Coast and throughout Eastern North Carolina as well as remodeling and updates. Generators and emergency power options available.

Windows & More: 1513 Bridges St., Morehead City, www.windows-and-more.com, 252-7268181. Visit the showroom to see the full-sized displays of energy efficient windows and doors that can handle the conditions of the Crystal Coast. Offering sales, installation and service of Marvin and Integrity windows and doors.

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DECOR

Artistic Tile & Stone: 252-241-7579. Free design consultation and estimates! The area’s most unique and extensive selection of interior and exterior tile, mosaics, glass, stone and hardwood. Professional installation. Drop

by M-F, 10-5, Saturday by appointment, 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, or visit www.artistictileandstonenc.com.

Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters: 3906 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-727-9040. Free estimates!

The Carolina’s only custom Bahama & Colonial manufacturer. Visit our showroom to see our complete line of storm shutters & awnings, in fiberglass & aluminum, folding accordion, roll downs- no storm bars, canvas & retractable awnings.

Bowden & Carr: 211 Hwy 70 W, Havelock, 252-447-3648,bowdenandcarrfurniture. com. The La-Z-Boy comfort studio offering a custom selection of chairs, sofas, sleepers and recliners at a reasonable price. Along with the largest La-Z-Boy studio and design center in

the area, shoppers will find all their living room and dining room needs. Family owned and operated since the 1950s.

Braswell Carpet Cleaning: 252-354-3744, whether you’re in need of carpet care, repair, stain removal or water extractions, the professionals are Braswell’s are the ones to call. Visit braswellscarpetcleaning.com.

Budget Blinds: 3078 Hwy 24, Newport, 252-2473355, cell: 252-229-6431, budgetblinds.com.

Charlie Utz gives free in-home consultations in Carteret & Craven Counties on cellular shades, plantation shutters, blinds, woven woods, draperies & more.

Great Windows: 252-728-3373. Quality custom made window treatments including blinds, shades & shutters. For a perfect match, professional decorators come to your home or business. Products include: Great Windows, Hunter Douglas, Timber and Somfy motorized remote control. Fast one-week service (shutters 15 days). Call today for a handcrafted, flawless fit, precise installation and 100-year warranty.

Guthrie Interiors: 5113-C Hwy 70, Morehead City, specializing in home furnishings and design for retail and hospitality properties. Open 10am-5pm with after hours appointments available. Call 252-648-8329 or visit www. guthrieinteriors.com.

McQueen’s Interiors: Pelletier Harbor Shops, Hwy 70/Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-2473175, mcqueensinteriors.com. 10,000 sq. ft. showroom of unique contemporary, traditional & coastal furnishings. Complete professional design services to make your home truly oneof-a-kind.

Nowell & Company: 2801-4D, Wilson, 252-2373881. Located in Wilson, about two hours from the Crystal Coast, Nowell & Company is a 15,000 sq. ft. showroom filled with upper end home furnishings and accessories. Both traditional and contemporary and complete interior design service available. Free delivery to the coast.

William’s Floor Coverings & Interiors: 5458-A Hwy 70 West, Morehead City, 252-726-4442, 252726-6154. Visit William’s full-service showroom to compare the variety of flooring options available – from wood and carpet to laminate and tile. Brands include Karastan, Capel Rugs and more.

Window, Wall & Interior Décor: 1507 Live Oak St., Beaufort, windowandwalldecor.com, 252838-0201 or 800-601-8036. Custom made draperies and valances. Beautiful and as affordable as you need them to be.

OUTDOORS & MARINE

East Carolina Services Landscape and Pool Management: 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, 252-240-1117, www. eastcarolinaservices.com. Fully licensed and insured landscape and pool maintenance offering hardscape design/construction, softscapes, irrigation, night lighting, sod and more. The pool and patio store offers free water testing as well as chemicals, equipment and accessories. Now selling Grill Dome Kamado Grills and Bull Grills.

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wood, vinyl and aluminum fencing for all your landscaping and security needs. Free estimates, call 252-247-6033.

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores: 252-2474003, 866-294-3477, ncaquariums.com.

Facility includes 32-ft. waterfall, 50,000 gallon Queen Anne’s Revenge display, mountain trout pool, jellyfish gallery, river otter exhibit, 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck exhibit with 3 observation windows. Open daily.

Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care: 902 WB McLean Blvd., Cape Carteret, 252-393-9005, yardworkslandscapes.com. Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal Coast.

Quality service in landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, outdoor lighting, hardscapes and design.

REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION

Ace Builders: Emerald Isle, 252-422-2596. greg@acebuildersnc.com, Licensed NC General Contractor, storm damage repair, decks, porches, remodels, new construction, fully insured. Visit www.acebuildersnc.com.

Advantage Coastal Properties, Ed & Mac Nelson: CrystalCoastHomesOnline.com, office: 252354-9000, cell: 252-646-5551. Full service, low cost residential sales. Located in Emerald Isle, serving Emerald Isle and the coastal mainland.

Among the top producers 4 years running! Call today and put our system to work for you!

Al Williams Properties, Real Estate & Development: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252-726-8800, 800-849-1888, alwilliamsproperties.com. From sound to sea & beyond. We can serve your coastal real estate needs. Open 6 days/week, by appointment on Sunday.

Atlantic Beach Realty: 513 Atlantic Beach Causeway & Dunescape Villas, Atlantic Beach, 800-786-7368. Your source for vacation rentals and sales since 1990. Family owned and operated Visit www.atlanticbeachrealty.net.

Bluewater Builders: 201 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7610, buildwithbluewter. com. From vacation homes to primary residences, Bluewater’s expertise can make your dream of living on the Crystal Coast a customized reality.

Bluewater Real Estate: 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2128; Atlantic Beach 252-726-3105; bluewaternc.com. Vacation, monthly & annual rentals. Real estate sales of island & mainland properties for all of Carteret County.

Bluewater Vacation Rentals: 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, www.bluewaternc.com.

Call the owner hotline at 866-848-8080 and let them assist you in achieving your goals of maximizing rental income while protecting your investment with the Bluewater Property Management Plan.

Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS: 509 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 800-317-2866, 252-726-6600, cannongruber.com/irm. Specializing in exceptional properties on our beautiful coast for sale or rent. Let our experience work for you!

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CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty: 7603 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. With 30+ years we have served the rental and sales needs of Emerald Isle. National name recognition. Vacation, monthly and annual rentals. Knowledgeable and service award winning sales team supported by century21.com. Courteous local staff to meet your needs. Call us and see – you will not get a recording, only quick, professional personal service. Call 800-8222121, 252-354-2131 or visit www.coastland. com.

C.O.D. Home Services: Coastal Carolina premier contractor – whether you’re remodeling one room, for building an entire home. Recognized in 2016 by the NC Home Builders Association, owner Mark Merrell works hand in hand with clients to make all their dreams come true. Call 252-354-3635 or email codhomeservices@ ymail.com.

Emerald Isle Realty: 7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales: 252-354-4060, 800-3044060, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. Awarded 2005, 2009 and 2011 Top Office Production Award for Carteret County. Our knowledgeable & professional sales staff is happy to discuss any of your concerns & help you make the correct decision when buying or selling real estate on the coast.

Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals: 7501 Emerald Drive, 800-849-3315, 252-3543315, private owner’s line 800-354-2859, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. With over 50 years in property management, maximizing the rental income on your investment property is our #1 priority. Call for a complimentary, confidential property management analysis.

Future Homes: 1075 Freedom Way, Hwy 24, Hubert (8 miles west of Swansboro), 910577-6400. Licensed general contractor with master craftsmen, modular technology, fast construction, display models.

Katrina Marshall, Real Estate Broker: Keller Williams Crystal Coast Ferguson O’Conor Realty, 5113-A US 70 West, Morehead City, serving Morehead City, Bogue Banks and the surrounding area. Over 24 years experience working with property owners in Carteret County and the Emerald Isle area. Please call me to work for you, 252-499-0805 (office), 252241-1081 (mobile) or kmarshall@kw.com. Visit fergusonoconorrealty.com.

Kitch Ayre: Real Estate Broker with Bluewater, Emerald Isle & Cape Carteret, 888-354-2128, 252-241-1382 cell, kitchayre@hotmail.com.

Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Carteret County Assoc. of Realtors 2005 Top Producer & Sales Agent, Bluewater 2005 Top Producer.

Call me for all of your real estate needs.

Landmark Homes: 252-393-2159, 800-611-7705, landmarkhomesnc.com. Diane & John Ritchie offer fully licensed & insured, commercial & quality home building services as well as renovations to make your wishes come true.

Malcolm Boartfield: Real Estate Broker with Bluewater Real Estate, 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-3475 (cell). Malcolm uses his 40+ years of experience in real estate sales/marketing and technology as a tool to better serve his clients. His research skills allow him to better match properties with individuals who have come to Emerald Isle,

enticed by the relaxed coastal way of life.

Realty World First Coast Realty: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, Realty World First Coast specializes in coastal real estate along the Crystal Coast. The right agent makes all the difference. Find yours by calling 252-247-0077 or 252-247-1000, www. realtyworldfirstcoast.com.

Spinnaker’s Reach Realty: 9918 MB Davis Court, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5555. For more than 20 years, Spinnaker’s Reach has helped families realize their dream of living on the coast. Visit www.spinnakersreach.com to see how Judy O’Neill and Matias Lagos can help you.

Sun-Surf Realty (Sales & Rentals): 7701 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales 252-354-2958, 800849-2958, Rentals 252-354-2658, 800-5537873, sunsurfrealty.com. Come for a Week, Stay for a Lifetime. Call to receive a Vacation Guide or email guestservices@sunsurfrealty. com for assistance in planning your island vacation. If you are ready to purchase or sell your beach home, call one of our knowledgeable sales professionals.

Syndie Earnhardt, Realtor: 252-646-3244, HomesOnTheCrystalCoast.com, real estate broker with 29+ years sales experience in vacation homes and condos, investment properties, year-round/permanent homes and vacant land. Specializing in the Crystal Coast. Buyer representation available.

SHOPS & SERVICES

Churchwell’s Jewelers: 7901 Emerald Drive, Ste. 6, Emerald Isle. Featuring nautical, equestrian and traditional jewelry. Custom design available. Call 252*354-7166 or visit churchwells.com.

Emerald Isle Books: Emerald Plantation, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5323, emeraldislebooks.com.

Great selection of books, greeting cards, kites, stationery, games, toys & puzzles for the entire family. Hardback books discounted 10%.

Petal Pushers, Etc.: 7803 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-8787, petalpushersshop.com.

Special for rental property owners, welcome guests with fresh flowers for less than $50 a week. Floral arrangements for all occasions, weddings and every day, gifts, handcrafted jewelry and local art. Now offering Chapel Hill Toffee.

Top it Off Boutique: 8700 Emerald Plantation, Suite 7, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7111.

Experience the difference – unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, accessories, shows and much more! Whimsical and fun items for all occasions.

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nvesting has always been a means for people to grow their wealth and make their money work for them. Investors know that protecting investment earnings is important, and that often can be achieved through tax-advantaged investments.

Tax-advantaged investing, also called tax-efficient investing, allows investors to maximize the profits they can keep after taxes are filed. Investment selection and asset allocation are important factors affecting returns, but minimizing taxes and other costs is also crucial, according to the Schwab Center for Financial Research.

There are some ways for investors to keep more of their assets. A qualified financial advisor can help navigate the waters of the best tax-advantaged options. When investing on an annual basis, there are some general accounts people can use to their advantages.

A 401(k) or 403(b): These accounts are an ideal way to get ‘free’ money. Funds in these accounts are put away pre-tax. Because your adjusted gross income is lowered, so is your federally taxable income. In addition, some employers may match contributions up to a certain percentage. Companies also may offer Roth 401(k) plans, which differ from traditional plans in regard to when you pay taxes. With Roth plans, you pay taxes up front. When the money is eventually withdrawn, those withdrawals are tax-free.

IRAs: Individual retirement accounts are similar to 401(k) plans

in that they’re tax-deferred. However, they generally offer greater freedom in investment choices. Roth IRAs, like the Roth 401(k) plans, must be paid with after-tax dollars. But the advantages are higher contribution amounts, withdrawals that are tax-free and no mandatory withdrawals when a person reaches a certain age.

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA): Canadian investors can explore TFSAs. These are accounts that do not tax any contributions, interest earned, dividends, or capital gains, and can be withdrawn tax-free.

It is available to individuals ages 18 and older in Canada and can be used for any purpose.

College savings accounts: Investing in a 529 plan can be wise for parents. While money is invested after tax, it is tax-free when withdrawn for qualified higher education purposes.

Health savings accounts: To get a tax deduction on health expenses, an HSA is the way to go. HSAs are linked to highdeductible health plans and allow account holders to use the funds for qualified spending.

Working with a financial planner can help investors maximize their investments to be as tax-efficient as possible. Financial experts understand funding limits and the timeline in which to invest for tax advantages.

advertiser INDEX Ace Builders ........................................................... 26 Advantage Coastal Properties................................. 33 ALB Decorator Fabric.............................................. 14 Al Williams Properties ............................................. 17 Anderson Audio....................................................... 11 Artistic Tile & Stone................................................. 18 Atlantic Beach Realty.............................................. 57 Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters............................... 61 Bluewater Builders................................................... 23 Bluewater Insurance................................................ 23 Bluewater Real Estate, Carolyn Blackmon.............. 11 Bluewater Real Estate, Kitch Ayre............................. 3 Bluewater Real Estate, Malcolm Boartfield............. 52 Bluewater Real Estate, Syndie Earnhardt................. 3 Bluewater Real Estate Sales.....................Back Cover Bluewater Vacation Rentals....................................... 3 Bowden & Carr........................................................ 51 Braswell Carpet Cleaning........................................ 47 Budget Blinds.......................................................... 44 Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS............................... 59 Carolina Seacoast Beach Plants............................. 57 Carteret Health Care................................................. 7 CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, Inc......................... 2 Chalk & Gibbs Insurance & Real Estate.................. 43 Churchwell’s Jewelers............................................... 9 Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control, Inc......................... 29 Coastal Awnings........................................................ 9 Coastal Home Services............................................. 4 COD Home Services............................................... 63 Consumer Mobility Solutions............................. 14, 65 Dunson Pool & Spa................................................. 35

East Carolina Services............................................ 59 Emerald Isle Books.................................................. 29 Emerald Isle Homeowner Services......................... 28 Emerald Isle Insurance............................................ 15 Emerald Isle Realty Sales....................................... 71 Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals..................... 36 Fences Unlimited..................................................... 18 Future Homes.......................................................... 49 Gaulden & Associates............................................. 42 Great Windows........................................................ 52 Guthrie Interiors....................................................... 12 Home Repairs by Darryl Marshall............................ 66 Island Essentials...................................................... 35 Katrina Marshall....................................................... 18 Landmark Homes.................................................... 47 Landmark Sothebys International............................ 23 Liftavator.................................................................. 48 McQueen’s Interiors................................................ 10 NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores ......................... 47 Nowell & Company.................................................. 21 Petal Pushers.......................................................... 29 Pipeline Plumbing.................................................... 13 Pruitt Health............................................................. 18 Realty World First Coast...................................... 5, 25 Realty World Selling Team...................................... 54 Rid-A-Pest............................................................... 55 Rocky Mountain Awnings........................................ 16 Royal Coat............................................................... 18 Sea Classics............................................................ 53 Southeastern Elevator....................................... 37, 70 Southern Glass & Mirror.......................................... 66

Spinnaker’s Reach............................................ 49, 65 Sun-Surf Realty Property Mgmt............................... 45 Sun-Surf Realty Sales............................................. 19 Tideline Lawn Care.................................................. 59 Top if Off Boutique................................................... 51 Town of Emerald Isle............................................... 24 Unlimited Electrical Solutions.................................. 29 William’s Floor Coverings........................................ 34 William’s Hardware.................................................. 43 Windows & More..................................................... 44 Window, Wall & Interior Décor................................. 43 Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care............. 25

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• Welded aluminum l-beam tower • Optional Powder Coat Paint Finish • 500 lb capacity • Marine grade aluminum and stainless steel construction • Soft startup/stop PLC controller • Meets ASME A18.1 code for vertical platform lifts/wheelchair lifts • Safety underpan • Type “A” instant safeties insure the carriage cannot fall

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Speed

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ASME A18.1 Elevator Code for Wheelchair & Platform Lifts

24 FPM

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ASME A18.1 Elevator Code for Wheelchair & Platform Lifts

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Painted steel construction, lite duty drivetrains, vulnerable to floods

Cargo/ Beach Lift

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$1,395,000 MLS#100134035

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$289,000

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$799,999

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MLS#100076513

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MLS#100138344

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