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Coasting ................................................................................................................................................ 8 Book Bag ............................................................................................................................................. 12 Resolve to Cut Screen Time ................................................................................................................. 19 Coastal Currents .................................................................................................................................. 20 Judge Blocks Overtime Law................................................................................................................. 23 At the Aquarium ................................................................................................................................... 34 The Heart of a Woman ......................................................................................................................... 44 Enhancing Design with Soapstone ....................................................................................................... 45 It’s Not Too Late for the Flu Shot .......................................................................................................... 47 Update on The Circle ............................................................................................................................ 50 Finding a Qualified Pet Sitter ................................................................................................................ 58 Nine Things You Might Not Know About MLK ........................................................................................ 64

County Perspective .............................................................................................................................. 14 Chamber Connection ........................................................................................................................... 16 Tide Tables .......................................................................................................................................... 17 Health & Wellness ................................................................................................................................ 30 Bulletin Board ...................................................................................................................................... 32 The Onlooker – Fall in Love .................................................................................................................. 42 Garden Gate ........................................................................................................................................ 59 Property Watch .................................................................................................................................... 52 Rental Signs ........................................................................................................................................ 64 Tourism Barometer .............................................................................................................................. 65 Horoscopes.......................................................................................................................................... 66 Best Buys ............................................................................................................................................ 67 Advertiser Index ................................................................................................................................... 69

Atlantic Beach Mayor’s Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 48 Emerald Isle Mayor’s Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 22 Emerald Tidings ................................................................................................................................... 24 Staying Busy........................................................................................................................................ 32 Pine Knoll Shores Mayor’s Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 56 Pine Knoll Shores Club News ............................................................................................................... 57 Thanks to our Contributors: Eddie Barber, Trace Cooper, Sarah Cutillo, Ken Jones, Tom Kies, Pam Minnick, NC Coastal Federation, Stewart Pickett, Julie Powers, Michelle Powers, Rudi Rudolph, Frank Rush, Mike Wagoner, Julia Batten Wax & Clare Winslow.

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coasting Art Show Benefits Pet Rescue Group CAROLINA ARTIST GROUP shows unconditional love for those who help animals in need in Eastern North Carolina with a benefit art show from Jan. 14 to March 10. “Rescue Me” features original art in many mediums to educate the public and to bring happy endings to many of these animals, with a portion of sales going to Austin Veterinary Outreach & Rescue (AVOR).

The public is invited to an opening reception on Saturday, Jan. 14, from 5 to 7pm. Prizes will be awarded to artists in various categories. Anyone interested in animal rescue, veterinary medicine or their own cute pets enjoy the diverse and heart-warming art featured at the show.

AVOR is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable veterinary care, including spay and neuter services, and by helping to find “forever homes” for the unattached. Their newly-outfitted mobile vet clinic operates through Dr. Sara Austin and Dr. Sam Schmitt of Austin Veterinary Hospital in Beaufort.

The downtown Morehead City gallery hosting the event is a cooperative of approximately 30 members who live in the area and whose unique, local perspectives often are reflected in their art. They range from classically trained traditionalists to the contemporary and self-taught experimenters. The show presents paintings in oils, acrylics, pastels, watercolor and mixed media, photography, jewelry, clay, fiber, glass and metals.

This year, the gallery observes its 20th anniversary of welcoming visitors from all over the country who find that stopping by is a must-do for authentic, local art. In addition to Carolina Artist Gallery, the nonprofit organization does community outreach to encourage the awareness of art in everyday life. It operates a hands-on clay arts program for special needs adults and other classes at Mulberry Street Studio in Beaufort.

Carolina Artist Gallery is located at 800 Evans St., Morehead City, N.C. For more information, call 252-726-7550, go www.carolinaartistgallery.com or visit the group on Facebook.

Aquarium Offers Free Admission The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will offer free admission on Monday, Jan. 16, 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 252-2474003 or visit www.ncaquariums.com.

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

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soups and of course, Eastern North Carolina barbecue. 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 5:308:30pm on Friday, Jan. 27. This indoor/outdoor event gives guests the freedom to stay warm and toasty amidst the restaurant booths or socialize outside on Bate Commons at the oyster tables with picturesque views of the Trent River.

Tickets are $40 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, by phone at 252-639-3500 or at the Tryon Palace ticket desk.

Bridal Fair Celebrates Milestone For 25 years the Crystal Coast Bridal Fair has been linking brides with vendors as they make plans for their big day.

And the folks at Pam’s Specialized Catering, which plan the event annually, are ready for the next 25 years.

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. Tickets are $7 and available at the door.

Arts Forum Welcomes Duo The Lopez Tabor Duo returns to Carteret County to dazzle audiences with works ranging from the venerated traditions of Bach and Beethoven, to a Frenchman’s exciting piece in the Spanish style, to sparkling, rhythmic Spanish and Latin American compositions. The Lopez Tabor Duo has received high praise from music critics who describe their performances as “musical bliss” and “flawless display of violin virtuoso” technique. This rare opportunity to enjoy a world-class performance is brought to our area by Carteret Arts Forum.

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gether in the United States and Venezuela since 2004. Alfonso Lopez, a violinist, conductor, composer and teacher, is considered one of Venezuela’s most versatile and prominent musicians of his generation. Michelle Tabor grew up in Venezuela and now lives in Tallahassee, Fla. Both musicians obtained undergraduate and graduate degrees in music in the States.

The performance is planned for 4pm on Sunday, Jan. 29 at the History Museum of Carteret County, formerly The History Place. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased online at www.carteretartsforum.com or at the door.

Additional information and videos of the Lopez Tabor Duo performances may be found on their website: www.lopeztaborduo.moonfruit.com.

Tournament Winners Announced The 14th annual Gordie McAdams Speckled Trout Surf Fishing Tournament, held by the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Dept. ended on Saturday, Nov. 26. Seventy-three anglers from all over eastern North Carolina and Virginia were fishing the Bogue Banks from Oct. 15-Nov. 26.

The first place winner, Sean “El Conquistador” Getsinger of Emerald Isle. He brought in the winning trout which weighed in at 3lbs, 8.5oz. He received a $100 gift certificate to The Reel Outdoors.

Amit “Mickey” Patel of Swansboro weighed in to receive

second place recognition with his 2lb, 4.2oz. trout. He received a $75 gift certificate to The Reel Outdoors.

Third place winner, Griffin McCuller of Swansboro, received a $50 gift certificate to The Reel Outdoors for his 2lb,3.7oz. trout.

Danny Glover came closest to this year’s mystery weight of 1lb 2.9oz.

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. 4-5 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. 4. 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 10am3pm on Sunday. Tickets for the festival $9 for adults and $2 for children 5-18, and can be purchased in advance by visiting carolinachocolatefestival.com.

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This delegation, all members of the newly formed Business Alliance for Protecting the Atlantic Coast (BAPAC), met with members of the Dept. of the Interior, Dept. of Commerce and the White House Council for Environmental Quality, to urge the president to use his executive powers before leaving office to “withdraw from disposition” any parts of the Atlantic outer continental shelf not already leased for oil or gas drilling.

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• Kerry Marhefka, Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance The nine alliance representatives were joined by three representatives of Oceana, an international organization focused on oceans. BAPAC is dedicated to protecting the long-term health and economic vitality of the Atlantic seaboard through responsible stewardship of the coastal and ocean waters. The alliance contends that seismic testing is a dangerous process that threatens the ocean ecosystem, on which nearly 1.4 million on the East Coast rely – jobs that create more than $95 billion in gross domestic product primarily through fishing, tourism and recreation.

BAPAC, representing over 12,000 businesses and 400,000 commercial fishing families, wrote a letter to President Obama calling on him not to proceed with allowing seismic exploration.

The group wants Obama to use Section 12(a) of the 1953 Outer Continental Shelf Act to permanently protect much of the Atlantic from future drilling. The provision, which grants presidential authority to remove unleased lands of the outer continental shelf from consideration, has been used in the past, including in 2014 to protect Bristol Bay, Alaska and in 2015 to protect parts of the Arctic Ocean.

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chamber connection Special Invitation to Second Home Owners DO YOU OWN a second home in Carteret County? Do you belong to the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce?

Do you want to know why you should?

In addition to acting as a business advocate for nearly 900 businesses and property owners on the Crystal Coast, the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce acts as an advocate for the quality of life. And an excellent quality of life means that your property value stays healthy!

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talk about multitude of benefits that you know the chamber of commerce offers. You know that the chamber offers excellent networking opportunities. Among them are the Business After Hours events, the Business Expo, Small Business Roundtables, New Member Receptions and Grand Opening Ceremonies and Ribbon Cuttings.

And, of course, there are the ways we reach out to the community, such as through our membership directory that is accessible online, the Chamber of Commerce Business Directory distributed throughout the county and beyond, the Chamber News printed and distributed in the Carteret County News-Times, the PULSE emailed every week and our Member Notes emailed every Tuesday.

This is in addition to the efforts of our Military Affairs Committee that reaches out to the Army Reserve, the Coast Guard and the Marines, so important to our community and our economy. The Chamber hosts the 10-week Leadership Carteret, a professional development program that focuses on the places, people, and issues that define Carteret County. The Chamber works closely with Connect Carteret â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a Young Professionals Group, including their business incubator project â&#x20AC;&#x201C; KickStart Carteret.

And lastly, not only does the Chamber of Commerce act as a business advocate, we also work hard to advocate for you! By working with our legislators â&#x20AC;&#x201C; local, county, state and federal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we want to make sure the right decisions are being made that will maintain the high quality of life in Carteret County. Our legislative agenda includes: â&#x20AC;˘ Adequate Transportation Funding â&#x20AC;˘ US 70 Corridor Improvements â&#x20AC;˘ Support for Insurance Reforms/Fair Rate Structure â&#x20AC;˘ Support for NC Community Colleges

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â&#x20AC;˘ Adequate Funding for Pre-K-Grade 12 Public Education â&#x20AC;˘ Dedicated Funding Source for beach Renourishment â&#x20AC;˘ Dedicated Funding Source for Morehead City Harbor Dredging. â&#x20AC;˘ Environmental Concerns â&#x20AC;˘ Flood Insurance Rate Maps These issues are a concern to you and they are a concern to the Carteret Chamber of Commerce. We ask you to consider joining the Chamber of Commerce at only $60 per year. Your investment guarantees that the chamber continues to advocate for a strong economy, jobs, leadership and the quality of life that you have invested in by owning property on the Crystal Coast.

You will have full membership privileges and receive all chamber publications, annual Chamber Business Directory and other communiquĂŠs as well as invitations to all chamber functions and events.

You are welcome, when in the area, to attend events like ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours, Business After Hours Expo, and other annual events.

The Crystal Ball is in January where we provide an opportunity to report on accomplishments and review the strategic business plan to guide the chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programming initiatives. The Reverse Drawing is the chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary social fundraiser of the year held each year in August and one lucky winner is able to take home $10,000 in cold, hard cash.

If you are interested in learning more and joining, please contact Julie Naegelen at 252-726-6350, or you can join online at website at www.nccoastchamber.com.

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Resolve to Cut Screen Time NO MATTER WHERE you look, screens are everywhere. The proliferation of easily portable tablets and smartphones means many people, adults and children alike, are never too far from the nearest screen.

While that accessibility has dramatically changed the way many people live their lives, excessive exposure to screen time can produce a host of unwanted side effects.

Steven Gortmaker, a professor of the practice of health sociology at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, has studied the negative effects of excessive screen time on children since the 1980s. According to Gortmaker, such effects include higher rates of obesity among kids who watch too much television and difficulty sleeping among youngsters with access to small screens, such as the screens of smartphones.

In addition, a 2012 study published in the journal Psychiatry Research linked screen time with impaired cognitive function in young males.

But adults are not immune to the effects of excessive screen time, either. Spending significant time being sedentary and staring at screens can increase adults’ risk for cardiovascular disease. An Australian study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that, compared with persons who watch no television, those who spend a lifetime average of six hours per day watching television can expect to live 4.8 fewer years.

So what can families do to cut back on their screen time?

While it likely won’t be easy to put down smartphones and tablets and turn off laptops and televisions, the following are a handful of ways for families to spend less time staring at screens.

■ Remove televisions from bedrooms. Parents may find it impossible to gauge, much less control, how much time their kids spend watching television when youngsters have TV’s in their bedrooms. Though this will likely be met with considerable resistance, remove televisions from bedrooms in your home.

Set a positive example for kids by removing your own bedroom

television as well. Come kids’ bedtimes, make sure all devices, including smartphones and tablets, are left in common areas of the home rather than bedrooms so kids are not tempted to watch videos instead of falling asleep.

■ Delay buying tablets and smartphones for children.

They may have fallen out of vogue, but flip phones that allow for texts and calls may be the ideal first cell phone for youngsters. They allow the children to stay in touch with friends and family, but cut out the ability to access social media and play games, reducing overall time engaged.

■ Help each other find other things to do. Institute a family game night, spend more time outside together. Be sure to provide recreational tools, including art supplies, bikes and scooters, to encourage youngsters to get up off the couch.

■ Find new hobbies together. Maybe it’s time to take up bowling, darts or a team sport offered through parks and recreation.

■ Institute a screen-free rule during meals. Many parents grew up in households that did not allow televisions to be on during meals, and while the times might have changed with respect to the technology, similar rules can still prevail today. A no screens rule during meals gives parents and their kids time to catch up, bond and foster stronger relationships.

■ Do not use the television for background noise. Turn the television off when it’s serving as just background noise. If you need background noise, turn on some music instead, or a recorded book.

■ Log screen time. Logging screen time for each member of the family can provide an estimate of just how much time the whole family spends staring at screens. Encourage each member of the family to spend as much time being physically active as he or she spends staring at screens. Set goals for each member of the family to reduce their screen time, even rewarding those who reach their goals.

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coastal currents Sun. 1: Penguin Plunge. 1pm. Ring in the New Year with a chilly dip in the ocean to help raise money for area nonprofits. This year’s beneficiary is the Veteran Student Success Center.

Details: www.penguin-plunge.org.

Resolution Run. 9am. Start off the year with a run with a few hundred of your closest friends. Includes a 1-mile and 5K routes down Front Street in Beaufort. Cost is $15 in advance, $20 on the day of the event. Details: runsignup.com/race/nc/beaufort/bftresolutionrun.

Dolphin Dip. 11am. Virtually thousands of people gather at the Roland Avenue Beach Access in Surf City each Jan. 1 for this chilly dip to help raise money for Hospice. The swim is scheduled for noon. Details: dolphindip.net.

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.

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 Caues Trail.

Details: 252-726-3775.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Succulent Seafood. 2-4pm on select Mondays. Visit the area’s top eateries to find out how expert chefs choose, prepare and serve fresh local seafood with a flourish. Sessions of this NC Aquarium program include a test taste. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncacquariums.com.

3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31: Behind the Scenes – Shark Snack. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs at the NC Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores, and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while the aquarists feed the sharks. Ages 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncacquariums.com.

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Fri. 6: Kids Night In, Parents Night Out. 6-9pm.

Swansboro Parks and Recreation welcome youngsters for an evening of movies, crafts, games and fun. Cost is $8 for the first child, $5 for additional. Details: 910-326-2600 or Swansboro.recdesk.com.

Movie Mania – Pete’s Dragon. 7pm. Enjoy a free screening of “Pete’s Dragon” at Swansboro Parks and Recreation. Details: 910-326-2600 or Swansboro.recdesk.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 2-3:30pm. 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, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

9, 16, 30: 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.

Wed. 11: Merry Time for Tots – Pirate Hooks & Peg Legs. 10-11am. Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort to explore the world of pirates. Ages 2-5, free. Pre-register by calling 252-728-7317.

Fri. 13: 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. No outside beverages or snacks are allowed. Details: 252-354-6350.

Tue. 3: Essential Oils 101. 6pm. Join the Swansboro Recreation Center for monthly programs on the healing effects of essential oils. Preregistration is encouraged. Details: 910-3262600 or Swansboro.recdesk.com.

Sat. 14: 25th Crystal Coast Bridal Fair. 10am-3pm.

Brides and grooms to be, along with family and friends are invited to one of the largest bridal event on the North Carolina coast. Held annually at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City. Tickets are available at the door.

Moors & McCumber Perform. 7:30pm. The artist, writer, singer and guitar picker will visit Joslyn Hall, on the campus of Carteret Community College. Sponsored by the Down East Folk Arts Society. General admission is $16; members, $13; and students, $10. Details: 252646-4657 or www.downeastfolkarts.org.

4, 11, 18, 25: Toddler Time. 9:30-10:20am & 10:30-11:30am. Bring the little ones for a special session of storytelling, crafts, songs, puppets and animal encounters at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Free with admission. Registration not required. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Mon. 16: 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 for area food pantries. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

Thur. 5: Brown Bag Gam – From Lightships to Light Towers. Noon. Pack a lunch and join the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, for a free lunch program. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

Wed. 18: Antiques & Collectibles Club. 11:30am.

The group meets at Clawson’s 1905 in Beaufort for a Dutch-treat lunch and program. This month, Sandy Malone will speak about the history of pine needle baskets. No reservation necessary.

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Fri. 20: Clam Chowder Cook-Off. 6-8pm. This annual event is held at the watercraft center at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Cost is $35 for members, $40 for nonmembers. Details: 252728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort. com.

Marty Stuart in Concert. 8pm. Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives hit the stage at the Carteret Community Theatre, Morehead City.

Tickets are $40-$45 and can be purchased at www.carteretcommunity theatre.com.

Sat. 21: Red Clay Ramblers Perform. 7:30pm. The Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center brings the award-winning string band to Joslyn Hall on the campus of Carteret Community College for two nights of entertainment. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets are $28, general admission, $23 for members and $12 for students.

Details: www.coresound.com.

Malpass Brothers in Swansboro. 7pm. Christopher and Taylor Malpass perform at the community room at Swansboro Town Hall thanks to the Seaside Arts Council. Tickets are $20-$25.

Details: www.seasideartscouncil.com.

Fri. 27: WinterFeast – Oysters, Brews and Comfort Foods. 5:30-8:30pm. WinterFeast is coming to Tryon Palace with a bounty of oysters, brews and comfort foods. Tickets are $40-$45 and include admittance, food and soft drinks. A cash bar is available. Details: www.tryonpalace.org or 252-639-3500.

28-29: 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. Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

Sat. 28: Genealogy Workshop. 9am-Noon or 1-4pm. If you’re just starting out on your journey to discover your family roots or you’re one document away from solving a mystery of one of your ancestors, the Otway Burns Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) can help! The chapter is hosting two free genealogy workshops at the Swansboro Recreation Center. The workshops are open to the public and free; preregistration is required. Details: Chapter Regent Linda Phelps at (910) 326-6164.

Sun. 29: Lopez Tabor Duo. 4pm. Join the Carteret Arts Forum at the History Museum of Carteret County for a violin and piano concert by this popular duo. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online at www.carteretartsforum.com.

Mon. 30: Brown Bag Gam – NC Dolphins. Noon.

Pack a lunch and enjoy an informal program with Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, on the biology, behavior and conservation efforts effecting dolphins. Free. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

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Happy New Year I WOULD LIKE to wish everyone a Happy New Year. It is hard to believe that we are starting a new year. I hope 2017 will be a safe and wonderful year for all of our citizens. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our entire town staff for their hard work and dedication in 2016. We are blessed and so fortunate to have a town staff that works so well together.

To all of our town employees I say thanks for a job well done.

Our staff works so hard for us each and every day. Be sure to thank them when you see them!

I would like to invite our citizens to a Free Admission Day and Food Drive at the N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All visitors will be admitted free on Jan. 16 from 9am till 5pm. The aquarium will also offer you the opportunity to make a donation for Martha’s Mission.

Each person is asked to make a donation of a nonperishable food item to an on-site food drive. All canned goods will be given to Martha’s Mission which is an emergency food pantry in Morehead City. Martha’s Mission is a nonprofit, tax exempt corporation, not affiliated with any church or religious organization. It provides food to an average of 300-350 families every month. I invite you to enjoy the aquarium and support this wonderful Mission. See you at the aquarium on Jan. 16.

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Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, Jan. 17 for the PEP program. The program will be “Target Hardening, Protecting Your Property.” This topic will cover how to identify weak or vulnerable points in your home or business. The police department will discuss equipment and strategies you can install or implement to make it a harder target for someone to get into your home or business. The goal of the program is to make it more difficult for you to become a victim of crime. This will be a very informative presentation. I hope you will make a very special effort to attend. I would like to thank our interim Chief of Police Tony Reese and his department for their leadership in the Police Educating the Public (PEP) programs.

In closing, I would like to thank everyone who had a part in making the holidays special in Emerald Isle. To everyone who worked so hard on our annual Christmas Parade, to everyone who filled shoe boxes for boys and girls around the world, to those who shared their Christmas goodies with the town staff and the list could go on and on. Thanks for making the holidays great.

May 2017 be a great year for everyone. Happy New Year and May God’s Blessings be with you and your family.

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Judge Blocks Federal Overtime Rule … for Now A FEDERAL DISTRICT court judge in Texas issued a preliminary injunction Nov. 22 to prevent President Barack Obama and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) from implementing its new overtime rule.

The DOL sought to make about 4.2 million American workers who earn an annual salary of less than $47,476 newly eligible for overtime pay – bumping up the threshold from $23,660. The rule was set to be effective Dec. 1.

Employers all across the land celebrated the “good news,” which enabled them to maintain their workforce and avoid preChristmas layoffs and terminations of workers.

It’s like rolling back the cost of doing business. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimated that the overtime rule would have resulted in significant new costs – more than $1 billion, according to the Congressional Budget Office.

The preliminary injunction issued is not permanent. In this case, Judge Amos Mazzant determined that implementation of the overtime rule change Dec. 1 would cause “irreparable harm.”

Weighing the balance of hardships and considering the public interest, Judge Mazzant enjoined the DOL from “implementing and enforcing the overtime rule, pending further order of the court.” The injunction applies nationwide.

Court observers say Judge Mazzant’s decision signals a strong likelihood that he will eventually side with 21 state attorneys general and a coalition of about 50 business groups that sued to block the regulation for going into effect.

“The state plaintiffs have shown a likelihood of success on the merits, because the final rule exceeds DOL’s authority,” Judge Mazzant wrote.

Ultimately, whether or not the rule change takes effect, and when, will be determined at a later date in court.

(As of Dec. 1, no timetable had been given on when the judge would rule on the merits of the lawsuit. Also, the U.S. Justice Department could appeal the judge’s order to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in New Orleans, which serves the judicial districts of Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas.)

Forbes magazine reported: “The question now is whether or not the DOL will attempt to defend its position – especially in light of the fact that a Republican administration takes over on Jan. 20.”

“President-elect Donald Trump has talked about rolling back regulations promulgated by the Obama administration, so there’s a good chance the Trump administration will decide not to dump federal resources into defending the DOL’s overtime rule.”

Such a “do not resuscitate” order from the new administration would lead to the overtime rule’s death by natural causes.

The Forbes article said it’s possible but a long-shot that “Trump will work with the DOL to issue a smaller increase to the salary threshold. Several of the business groups involved in the lawsuit have said they’d be OK with a more moderate increase to the threshold.”

David French of the National Retail Federation, which is based in Washington, D.C., noted the DOL’s overtime rule is “a reckless and aggressive overreach of executive power, and retailers are pleased with the judge’s decision.” The rule change is “just plain bad public policy,” he said. “We hope the judge ultimately finds in our favor, and in the meantime, this timeout gives Congress a chance to take another look at the impact of the rule.”

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Plans for New Grocery Store Approved PLANS FOR THE construction of a new grocery store in Emerald Isle were formally approved by the Board of Commissioners at its November meeting. The new store is expected to begin construction in the coming months, with a goal to open in spring 2018.

The new, ~ 31,000 sq. ft. store will be constructed on a mostly vacant 6-acre tract located on Hwy 58 and Crew Drive in front of the Emerald Landing subdivision. (An existing small building located on the corner of Hwy 58 and Mallard Drive will be demolished as part of the project.) The developer has committed to making significant road and sidewalk improvements along Crew Drive (that will remain a public street) and Mallard Drive, and will also construct a new traffic roundabout on Hwy 58 at its intersection with Mallard Drive.

Town Implements Coyote Trapping Program In response to numerous concerns expressed over the past year, the town has implemented a new coyote trapping program to reduce and/or eliminate the coyote population in Emerald Isle. There are believed to be several coyote families living in Emerald Isle, in every area of the town.

Interested property owners can retain the services of a licensed trapper on their property at no or minimal cost. Complete program details, including a list of licensed trappers providing services through the town’s program, are located at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/Data/Sites/1/ media/pdfs/coyote-trapping-program.pdf. Under this program, trappers are required to notify the Emerald Isle Police Department when traps are set and when coyotes are actually trapped.

The program is consistent with NC Wildlife Resources Commission regulations, and will be in effect through Feb. 28.

NC Supreme Court to Consider Important Public Beach Access Case The NC Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Nies v. Emerald Isle case on Jan. 10, and is expected to issue its decision later this winter or spring. The court’s decision could have a profound impact on the public’s use of beaches everywhere in North Carolina in the future.

The ultimate questions in this case are 1) whether the public has, and has always had, the right to use the entire width of the flat, dry-sand beach in North Carolina, and 2) whether or not an oceanfront property owner has the right to exclude others from the entire width of the flat, dry-sand beach. The area in question in this case involves only the flat, sandy beach between the base of the dunes and the ocean – the area that has been enjoyed by the public everywhere in North Carolina, forever. The case does not involve any portion of oceanfront property located landward of the base of the dune.

This case was first initiated in 2011, and thus far the town has prevailed in Carteret County Superior Court and the NC Court of Appeals. The NC Court of Appeals ruling affirmed the public’s access to and use of the entire width of the flat-sandy beach, from the base of the dunes to the water, and is now the definitive law on this issue in North Carolina. The Nies have appealed the NC Court of Appeals ruling to the NC Supreme Court, and the upcoming decision of the NC Supreme Court will eventually become the definitive law in North Carolina when issued.

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beach in North Carolina. To learn more about this seminal case, please visit the links at www.emeraldisle-nc. org/nies.

Tony Reese Appointed Interim Police Chief With the recent retirement of Chief Jeff Waters, Tony Reese has been appointed interim police chief in Emerald Isle. Interim Chief Reese began his service with the EIPD in 2000, and has served as assistant police chief since 2013. His career also includes service in the Greenville (NC) Police Department and the U.S. Marine Corps.

Interim Chief Reese has been heavily involved in

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all aspects of the EIPD in recent years, and will continue the police department’s emphasis on positive community relationships and outreach. Please don’t hesitate to contact Interim Chief Reese at 252-354-2021 or treese@emeraldisle-nc.org for any assistance with police matters.

Time to Renew Golf Cart Registrations The town’s golf cart program continues to grow, with more than 650 golf carts now registered under the program. The 2016 registrations expired on Dec. 31, and it is now time to renew.

The administration of the town’s golf cart program has been transferred to the Emerald Isle Police Department, where the staff will now handle all aspects of the registration and inspection process. (Please visit the Emerald Isle Police Station, and not the town administration building, for all golf cart assistance.) For more information, please contact EIPD at 252-354-2021 or visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org/golf-cardregistration-program.

New Beach Wheelchairs Donated to Town The town’s beach wheelchair program, managed by the Emerald Isle Fire Department, makes specially outfitted wheelchairs available free of charge to disabled individuals.

The program is very popular, with all wheelchairs loaned out early each day during the summer months, and is greatly appreciated by the individuals using the wheelchairs and their families.

The town is fortunate to have received significant donations recently for two new beach wheelchairs. The cost of each wheelchair is more than $2,500. The Emerald Isle Beach Patrol, a local service and social organization, recently donated a new chair to the EIFD (with plans to donate additional chairs!). Emerald Isle resident Jackie Getsinger also recently donated a new wheelchair in honor of her recently deceased husband, Sam. The Town of Emerald Isle is thankful for these kind donations, which reflect the very best of the people of Emerald Isle. Thank you!

New Bicycle Path Planned for Bogue Inlet Drive Town employees continue to develop plans for the construction of a new bicycle path along Bogue Inlet Drive this winter and spring, with a goal to open the new path prior to the 2017 tourism season. The new bicycle path will be constructed entirely in the public street right of way, on the west side of Bogue Inlet Drive. Town officials are also considering additional street improvements as part of this project. The project is partially funded by fundraising proceeds generated by the Town’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee and the Emerald Isle Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K Races.

condition of all beach access walkways, and strives to replace the three most deteriorated walkways each year.

Condominium Deck Inspection Program Being Developed The town continues to support the deck inspection program implemented by the seven vacation rental companies in Emerald Isle in 2015. That program insures that vacation rental unit decks are inspected annually and that necessary repairs are completed, in order to promote visitor safety.

The program has not previously included condominium units, and town staff is now working with Emerald Isle condominium complexes and management groups to hopefully expand the program to all condominium complexes in Emerald Isle. Town Planner Josh Edmondson is leading this effort for the town, and he can be contacted at 252-354-3338 or jedmondson@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Join Us for the Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival The town’s signature event is back for its 26th year on Saturday, March 11 at the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center!

Mark your calendars now, make your accommodations reservations, and plan to join us for another great day of music, food, arts, crafts, kids’ rides and fun!

For sponsor and vendor information, please visit / www.emeraldisle-nc.org/26th-annual-emerald-isle-stpatrick%E2%80%99s-festival-2017-03-11.

Start Training for the Emerald Isle Marathon Half-Marathon and 5K – Saturday, March 25 The 4th annual Emerald Isle Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K Races will be held on Saturday, March 25 at the Western Ocean Regional Access. Start your training now, and sign up at www.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=6238!

The 2016 races attracted nearly 1,500 runners and raised more than $60,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Emerald Isle bike path, and we hope to surpass those totals in 2017! The 2017 races will benefit the Crystal Coast Autism Center and the Emerald Isle bike path.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available – please contact race director Candace Dooley at doolsgirl@gmail. com if you’d like to be a sponsor!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year to everyone who lives in, owns property, visits regularly, or just loves Emerald Isle! We are all incredibly fortunate to be able to enjoy this special place!

Town offices and the Community Center will be closed on Monday, Jan. 2 in observance of New Year’s Day. Trash WILL be collected on Monday, Jan. 2. The regular collection schedule will be in effect otherwise.

Beach Access Walkway Replacements Planned

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The town will soon contract for the replacement of three existing beach access walkways at Georgia Street, Hubert Street and Sea Crest. Work is expected to occur this winter and spring, with completion prior to the 2017 tourism season. The town maintains a comprehensive inventory of the

The Town of Emerald Isle was officially incorporated by an act of the North Carolina General Assembly in 1957. The town will celebrate its 60th birthday in 2017!

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The Many Benefits of Yoga IF YOU GRAB your mat and head to a yoga class, don’t be surprised to find yourself practicing between a retired Marine pilot and a schoolteacher. The gentleman behind you might be a real estate agent and a woman in front a financial planner. Yoga has become very popular with a variety of people that have found the combination of physical and mental benefits of practicing.

Developed in India thousands of years ago, yoga has seen an explosion in popularity in recent times. According to a 2012 study commissioned by Yoga Journal, more than 20.4 million people practice yoga in America, up from 15.8 million in 2008; a remarkable 29 percent increase. The study also revealed that 44 percent of the people that do not practice yoga would like to try it.

While there are more than 100 different types, or schools, of yoga, most sessions are typically comprised of breathing exercises, meditation and assuming postures (sometimes called asana or poses) that stretch and flex various muscle groups.

A person who practices yoga on a regular basis will experience physical and mental benefits that include: Flexibility: Moving and stretching in new ways will help you become more flexible, bringing greater range of motion to tight areas. Over time, you can expect to gain flexibility in your hamstrings, back, shoulders and hips. As we age, flexibility naturally decreases, which leads to pain and immobility. Yoga can improve this process.

Strength: Many yoga poses require you to support the weight of your own body in new ways, including balancing on one leg (such as in Tree Pose) or supporting yourself with your arms (such as in Downward Facing Dog). Holding poses over the course of several breaths also builds strength.

Muscle tone: As a by-product of getting stronger, you can expect to see increased muscle tone. Yoga helps shape long, lean muscles.

Balance: Improved balance is one of the most important benefits of yoga as you get older. Poses where you stand on one leg and, for more advanced students, inversions, are great ways to build core strength.

Joint Health: People with arthritis often see marked improvement in their pain and mobility with regular gentle yoga practice. People with carpal tunnel syndrome can also benefit from specific types of yoga exercises.

Pain Prevention: Increased flexibility and strength can help prevent the causes of some types of back pain. Many people who have back pain spend a lot of time sitting at a computer or driving a car. That can cause tightness and spinal

compression, which you can begin to address with yoga. Yoga also improves your alignment, both in and out of class, which helps prevent many other types of pain.

Better Breathing: Most of us take shallow breaths and don’t give much thought to how we breathe. Yoga breathing exercises, called pranayama, focus the attention on the breath and teach us how to take deeper breaths, which benefits the entire body. Certain types of breath can also help clear the nasal passages (helpful for people with allergies) and even calm the central nervous system, which has both physical and mental benefits.

Mental Calmness: Yoga asana practice is intensely physical. Concentrating so intently on what your body is doing has the effect of bringing a sense of calmness to the mind. Yoga also introduces you to meditation techniques, such as watching the breath and how to disengage from your thoughts. These skills can prove to be very valuable in intense situations off the mat, like childbirth, insomnia or when having an anxiety attack.

Stress Reduction: Physical activity is good for relieving stress, and this is particularly true of yoga. Because of the concentration required, your daily troubles, both large and small, seem to melt away during the time you are on the mat. This provides a much-needed break from your stressors, as well as helping to put your problems into perspective. The emphasis yoga places on being in the moment can also help relieve stress, as you learn not to dwell on past events or anticipate the future. You will leave a yoga class feeling less stressed than when you started. Reducing stress can also make a big difference for people struggling with infertility.

Body Awareness: Doing yoga will give you an increased awareness of your own body. You are often called upon to make small, subtle movements to improve your alignment.

Over time, this will increase your level of comfort in your own body. This can lead to improved posture and greater selfconfidence.

Because there are so many different types of yoga, it is possible for anyone to start. Whether you’re a couch potato or a professional athlete, size and fitness levels do not matter because there are modifications for every yoga pose and beginner classes in every style.

Dyanne Singler is the owner of MOMENTUM yoga & fitness in Morehead City.

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The Lowdown on Stomach Bugs FEW THINGS CAN prove more painful or inconvenient than stomach bugs. Digestive tract illnesses can cause persons to spend many hours of the day running to restrooms while confining others to the house for extended periods of time. Though often temporary, stomach bugs can last several days to more than a week and they may lead to more dire situations if not properly treated.

Causes Stomach bugs are known as gastroenteritis, a condition characterized by an inflamed and irritated stomach and intestines. The Mayo Clinic says people are most likely to contract gastroenteritis after eating contaminated foods or drinking contaminated water.

Sharing items, like utensils, with someone who is infected is another way to contract gastroenteritis. Viral gastroenteritis is caused by a virus that enters the body, however, bacteria and parasites are also responsible for stomach bug outbreaks. Viruses that trigger gastroenteritis include adenoviruses, rotaviruses, calciviruses, astroviruses and noroviruses. Bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis include E. coli, salmonella, campylobacter and shingella.

Symptoms Stomach bugs often strike suddenly. Sufferers may experience queasiness or nausea and a loss of appetite. Pain or bloating in the stomach also may occur. Vomiting and diarrhea often cause many people to suspect something is wrong, although some stomach conditions are also accompanied by fever, achiness and lethargy.

Other, less common symptoms may include low-grade fever, chills, headache, muscle aches and general sense of fatigue. A stomach bug is usually not serious. Most people get better in 1 to 3 days. But it can be serious in young children, the elderly and people with other health conditions. It can lead to severe dehydration, hospitalization and even death.

Treatment

Helpful Hints When a stomach bug strikes, it is best to refrain from eating, especially when vomiting regularly. Stick to clear broths and liquids, which are easy on the digestive system, while the stomach is irritated. Once vomiting has subsided, sufferers should opt for a bland diet. When plagued by diarrhea, the BRAT diet is advisable. This acronym stands for Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast, foods that can help bind a person and are relatively easy to digest.

Because a stomach bug often leads to dehydration, drink plenty of fluids. To restore salt and electrolyte balances, sports drinks are advisable for adults, while a beverage like Pedialyte is best for children and the elderly.

When symptoms begin to subside, sufferers can gradually add foods back into their diets. But men and women should avoid particularly spicy or heavy foods until they are convinced that they have fully recovered.

Many people are tempted to turn to an anti-diarrheal medication at the first sign of a stomach bug. However, the side effects of gastroenteritis are the body’s method of ridding itself from whatever has brought on symptoms. Failure to let nature run its course could result in a rebound of symptoms or a longer-lasting sickness.

To avoid suffering from stomach bugs, men and women should consider the following tips.

• Frequently wash your hands when preparing food and thoroughly cook foods, particularly meats, poultry and eggs, to reduce potential exposure to bacteria.

• E. coli may be present on some fresh produce, so wash produce carefully before consumption.

• Consider taking a probiotic supplement to increase the amount of good bacteria in your digestive tract.

Yogurt also contains live cultures that are good at maintaining digestive health.

• Avoid contact with people who claim to have the stomach flu.

Many people opt for a wait-and-see approach when struck with stomach bugs. Gastroenteritis often heals on its own. Some refer to it as a “24-hour-bug” and find that once the stomach has been purged clean, the offender no longer wreaks havoc on the body. But stomach bugs can be more persistent as well. Sufferers should visit a doctor if vomiting or diarrhea last more than a few days. Doctors

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

Call (252) 354-6350 for more info. Be sure to visit our website at: www.emeraldisle-nc.org/eiprd.

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AA: Saturdays at 8pm meets at town hall.

Art Club: Meets every Wed, 12:00-4pm at town hall.

Community Woodworkers’ Club: 1st Thurs at 7pm at town hall.

Emerald Isle Stamp (Philately) Club: 2nd& 4th Thurs at 7pm at town hall.

Quilters Group: 3rd Wed of each month from 1-4pm at town hall.

Athletics (Fun for all ages!)

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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, Thu, Fri 8am- STEP; Mon & Wed 10:30am & 6:30pm-Small Group Strength Training ($10); Mon & Wed 4:15-5:15pm-Pilates; Mon &Tues 5:30pm-Tabata; Tues. 8am- Dance Fusion; Tues 9am and Fri 9:15am- BODY SCULPT; Tues 6:45pm & Thurs. 10:15am-PiYo; Wed 8am-Zumba; Wed 5:30pm-Pound; Sat 9am-Adule Goju-Ryu/S.A.F.E.= Self-Defense, Awareness, Fitness & Empowerment ($5 nonmembers-$2 members)

Yoga Program Schedule Taught by certified Yoga instructors on staff, these classes focus on basic Yoga postures & asana for the beginner; Fees: $2 members & $7 non-members (unless otherwise noted) • Yoga: Tuesdays10am & Thursdays 9am • Gentle Yoga: Fridays 10:30am & 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.)

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Around the County 10 Carteret County Republican Party, 2nd Tuesday, 7pm, CCGOP Headquarters, 5370K Brandywine Crossing Hwy 70, Morehead City, all Republicans welcome to attend, 247-5660, carteretcountygop.org.

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

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New Fitness Classes! Beginning December 1st “PiYo” will be scheduled for Tuesday evenings at 6:45pm and Thursday mornings at 10:15am. Effective January 2nd Pilates will take place from 4:15-5:15pm on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. The cost to participate in aerobics classes at the Community Center is $1 for facility pass holders and $5 for non-members.

Friday, Jan. 13, 7pm – Friday Free Flick. “Ice Age-Collision Course” Tuesday, Jan. 17, 11am – Free Educational Presentation “What is CORE STRENGTH?” What does that really mean? Why is it so important in my life? How does this relate to exercise or function in my activities of daily living (ADL’s)? I do abdominal work. Doesn’t that work the core? You may be very surprised to hear the answers to the above questions! If you have asked yourself these questions and want to know more, consider coming to a free presentation put on

by Lisa McIntosh, a physical therapist with Encore Physical Therapy. Her focus is in the field of orthopedics and pelvic health. She is passionate regarding exercise and over all fitness, with an intense focus on core recruitment and development as it relates to functional movement in your daily life. Held in the Emerald Isle Community Center Lounge.

Tuesday Jan. 17, 10am – PEP Program. 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 and provide education and tips on how you can prevent yourself from becoming vulnerable to these issues. Topic: Target Hardening/Protecting your Property- Instructor Officer Bailey Thursday, Jan. 26, 9am – Coffee with a Cop. Join your neighbors and police officers 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 4th Thursday of each month at different locations in town.

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at the AQUARIUM Open New Year’s Day KICK OFF YOUR new year with a fun and memorable aquarium visit. You can 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-5pm – on Jan. 1, with the usual schedule of free programs and activities.

Free Admission and Food Drive The aquarium offers free admission for all visitors and conducts a food drive on the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, Jan. 16. 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.

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

The Dish on Fish Spice up your wintertime fare with the local catch. Succulent Seafood takes you to the area’s top restaurants for tips and techniques straight from the chefs on cooking local, sustainable seafood. The grand finale for each session is a taste test of the day’s featured cuisine. Learn how to make the best seasonal selections. Advance registration is required. Plan ahead – the sessions fill up fast. See the website for dates and details.

Get Hooked on Fishing If you want to catch your own, consider the annual Get Hooked Fishing School on March 18, featuring presentations

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The animals won’t give up any secrets, but search together for clues among the exhibits.

You must be age 18 or older to partake of this after-hours, adults-only event. Activities work best when done in pairs and tickets are sold in twos, so bring a spouse, a sweetheart or a friend to share the fun. Doors open at 6pm. Dinner begins at 6:30pm.

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Visit www.ncaquariums.com for pricing and details. Register online, by phone or stop by the Visitor Services desk.

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by experienced anglers on many aspects of this favorite coastal pastime. The fee is $60 per person; $54 for aquarium members. Space is limited so sign up early – online, by phone or at the aquarium.

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Could you and your sweetheart solve a crime together?

Celebrate this Valentine’s Day by becoming sleuths at the aquarium on Saturday, Feb. 11, in a special murder mystery dinner.

Make spring break a sensation for your child with Aquarium day camps. Sign up for just one day or all three days.

Dates are April 18, 19 & 20 and are open to first through fifth grades. This camp will feature behind-the-scenes action, crafts and animal encounters appropriate for the respective age groups.

Camps meet 8:30am-2:30pm and require advance registration and fees. Space is limited so register soon.

The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is 5 miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512. The Aquarium is open 9am-5pm daily. Admission is $10.95 for ages 13-61; $9.95 for ages 62 and up and military; $8.95 for ages 3-12; no charge for ages 2 and under and North Carolina Aquarium Society members. State taxes are additional to fees. For more information, see www. ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores or call 252-247-4003.

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THIS IS A new year, so unleash your inner creativity in 2017 by allowing yourself to â&#x20AC;&#x153;fall in love with the world.â&#x20AC;?

That act of â&#x20AC;&#x153;falling in loveâ&#x20AC;? is the simple secret to success, according to Dewitt Jones, an All-American photographer and modern-day philosopher. He has a formula for living oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life that is picture-perfect.

Thanks to Ray Harris for introducing the concept of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seeing the Ordinary as Extraordinaryâ&#x20AC;? to each class that participates in Leadership Carteret, a professional development program that is offered annually by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce and runs for 10 consecutive weeks during the winter.

Harris is a past chair of the chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of directors â&#x20AC;Ś and is totally committed to the goal of Leadership Carteret â&#x20AC;&#x201C; building stronger community leaders. He had a personal encounter several years ago with Dewitt Jones and is proud to have become a disciple.

Jonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; photographs have appeared regularly in National Geographic magazine. He is also a motivational speaker and author with impeccable credentials.

We all have creative potential within us,â&#x20AC;? Jones says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is the ability to see the ordinary as the extraordinary. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all had those moments â&#x20AC;Ś and felt its true uniqueness. Those moments are like falling in love. I realize this isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a very business-like metaphor, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what creativity is â&#x20AC;Ś falling in love with the world.â&#x20AC;?

Reframe problems into opportunities.

In a photographerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world, choose your lens, your angle, your perspective â&#x20AC;Ś to get a right answer. Then, change it up to find another right answer and then another â&#x20AC;Ś because there is more than one right answer to every challenge. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever give up.

Do not settle and pack up your bags with the first â&#x20AC;&#x153;quick answer.â&#x20AC;? Have the patience to do it right to get the best answer.

As technological advancements have changed our world â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as moving photographers from film to digital â&#x20AC;&#x201C; speed of delivery butts heads with perfection and quality of work.

Jones says he may submit 14,000 photographic images to illustrate an article for National Geographic; 30 may make the final cut to be considered by editors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am not thinking about being afraid to make mistakes. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not win-lose, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win-learn.â&#x20AC;?

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The Heart of a Woman Avoiding Heart Attacks Begins with Reducing Risks Heart disease doesn’t discriminate, affecting men and women regardless of their age or where they live. In the United States, cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death, according to the American Heart Association (AHA).

Every year, about 715,000 Americans have a heart attack.

About 600,000 people die from heart disease in the US each year – that’s one out of every four deaths. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women.

The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type in the US is coronary heart disease (also called coronary artery disease), which occurs when a substance called plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. Coronary heart disease can cause heart attack, angina, heart failure, and arrhythmias.

Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, costs the United States $312.6 billion each year. This total includes the cost of health care services, medications and lost productivity. These conditions also are leading causes of disability, preventing Americans from working and enjoying family activities.

For most men and women, the prevalence of heart disease is no great surprise. Nearly every adult can point to a loved one who has dealt with heart disease. Many men and women can even point to a friend or family member who lost their battle with heart disease. That familiarity should make people even more willing to adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle, something the AHA admits is the best defense against heart disease and stroke. Though not all risk factors for heart disease can be controlled, there are ways to reduce that risk considerably.

The situation is alarming, but there is good news – heart disease is preventable and controllable. We can start by taking small steps every day to bring our loved ones and ourselves closer to heart health. The Centers for Disease Control recommends small steps to better health.

As you begin your journey to better heart health, keep these things in mind: • Don’t become overwhelmed. Every step brings you closer to a healthier heart.

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stress. Round up some colleagues for a lunchtime walk, join a singing group or have a healthy dinner with your family or friends.

Begin a Plan for Prevention Some health conditions and lifestyle factors can put people at a higher risk for developing heart disease. You can help prevent heart disease by making healthy choices and managing your overall health. ♥ Eat a healthy diet. Choosing healthful meal and snack options can help you avoid heart disease and its complications.

Be sure to eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables—adults should have at least 5 servings each day. Eating foods low in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol and high in fiber can help prevent high cholesterol. Limiting salt or sodium in your diet also can lower your blood pressure. ♥ Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese can increase your risk for heart disease. To determine whether your weight is in a healthy range, doctors often calculate a number called the body mass index (BMI). Doctors sometimes also use waist and hip measurements to measure a person’s body fat. ♥ Embrace physical activity. People who are physically inactive are twice as likely to be at risk for heart disease or stroke than people who are physically active. The AHA notes that research has shown that getting at least 30 minutes of physical activity five or more days a week can help lower blood pressure and lower cholesterol while helping to maintain a healthy weight. If starting from scratch, even light physical activity can provide some health benefits. Gradually work your way up to more demanding activities, and make physical activity a routine part of your daily life. ♥ Quit smoking. The decision to smoke tobacco is the decision to invite a host of potential physical ailments, not the least of which is heart disease. Smoking contributes to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, increases the risk of blood clots, reduces the amount of oxygen in the blood and increases blood pressure. As if that’s not enough, smoking also harms those around you. According to the American Cancer Society, secondhand smoke is responsible for 3,400 lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in the US each year. In Canada, nearly 8,000 nonsmokers lose their lives each year from exposure to secondhand smoke.

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Enhancing Design with Soapstone MOVE OVER MARBLE and granite. There’s a new, old stone that’s coming back into vogue. After first coming into use 5,000 years ago, soapstone is once again becoming a “go-to” material for kitchen and bath designs, indoor and outdoor living spaces and more.

There are three primary reasons for the revived interest in soapstone, according to Steven Schrenk, digital media director and design consultant at Polycor, who has been working with natural stone for 22 years.

AESTHETICS ■ One major factor driving soapstone’s appeal is shifting aesthetic trends. While designers and homeowners have been fascinated by the bright, wide range of colors and bold patterns that could be discovered in natural stone, people are coming back to a tonal, more muted palette, according to Schrenk.

Schrenk sees more designers working with textures within a similar palette of color and playing up the tactile qualities of materials and patterns within that limited palette.

“This is where soapstone plays well in pairing with these different finishes,” he said. “It tends to blend into its space and become more integrated in the whole design instead of being a separate, individual entity.”

Another aesthetic benefit of soapstone is that multiple tonalities can be achieved depending on the finishing techniques.

“It may be a cool, blue-gray color when left in its natural

honed state or a deep, sultry black when waxed or enhanced,” Schrenk said. “You can go from a highly figured, dramatic statement piece to a minimal and moody silky surface in the slabs that are neutral without veining.”

FUNCTION ■ When it comes to home design, there’s no doubt that appearance is key, but so is a material’s ability to stand up to its task. Soapstone is nonporous, so it doesn’t stain. It’s softer than granite and marble, dense and heavy, but not brittle. It doesn’t chip easily, but if it does chip, it can be repaired with sandpaper. Those high-performance features make soapstone well-suited to serve numerous functions.

VERSATILITY ■ “No matter how you slice it, there are 101 ways to style soapstone; whereas with some other materials, there are more limitations,” Schrenk said.

Because of the stone’s ability to absorb and radiate heat, it can be used for unique items, such as pizza ovens and foot warmers, says Glenn Bowman, owner of Vermont Soapstone.

He has also seen soapstone used in a variety of everyday applications, both indoors and outdoors, including tiles, flooring, backsplashes, sinks and a variety of custom stonework.

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It’s Not Too Late for the Flu Shot NATIONAL INFLUENZA VACCINATION Week (NIVW) was held in December, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late for a flu vaccine. As long as flu viruses are spreading and causing illness, vaccination can still provide protection against the flu. According to the Centers for Disease Control, flu activity doesn’t usually peak until January or February in the United States and the season can last as late as May, so it is important to vaccinate now if you haven’t already.

The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses. A flu vaccine offers the best protection we have against this serious disease. Flu vaccines cause antibodies to develop in the body about two weeks after vaccination.

Are You at High Risk for Flu-Related Complications?

There are certain people who are at high risk of developing serious flu-related complications: • Pregnant women • Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old • People 65 years of age and older • People of any age with certain chronic medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease) In addition, there are other people for whom vaccination is especially important:

• People who live in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities • People who live with or care for those at high risk for complications from flu, including health care workers • Household contacts of persons at high risk for complications from the flu • Household contacts and out of home caregivers of children less than 6 months of age (these children are too young to be vaccinated) Vaccines Recommended This Year This season, the CDC recommends the use of injectable flu vaccines (flu shots) and not the nasal spray flu vaccine because of concerns about the effectiveness of the nasal spray.

“We are looking into the situation with the hopes that the nasal spray flu vaccine will once again be an option for some people,” says Dr. Dan Jernigan, director of the influenza department at the CDC. “In the meantime, this flu season, CDC recommends the flu shot and not the nasal spray flu vaccine.”

In addition to your doctor’s office or possibly even your place of employment, there are various locations in your community where flu vaccine is available, like your pharmacy, grocery store or local health department.

Over the years, hundreds of millions of Americans have safely received flu vaccines. Once vaccinated, you can enjoy this holiday season knowing that you have taken the single best step to protect yourself and your loved ones against the flu.

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What might surprise some people, however, is how quickly quitting smoking can reduce a person’s risk for heart disease. According to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, within 48 hours of quitting a person’s chances of having heart disease have already started to go down. For those who successfully avoid smoking for one year, the risk of a suffering a smoking-related heart attack has been cut in half. After 15 years, the risk of heart attack is the same as someone who never smoked at all. ♥ Limit alcohol consumption. The AHA notes that excessive consumption of alcohol can contribute to high triglycerides, produce irregular heartbeats and eventually lead to heart failure or stroke. There is some evidence that people who drink moderately have a lower risk of heart disease than nondrinkers. But it’s also important to note that people who drink moderately also have a lower risk of heart disease than people who drink excessively. So when it comes to alcohol, moderation reigns supreme. One or two standard drinks per day is enough depending on gender. The Heart & Stroke Foundation suggests that women who drink should not drink more than nine drinks a week, while men should not exceed 14 drinks in a single week.

Of course, if there are extenuating circumstances then all bets are off. Men and women with liver disease, mental illness or a personal or family history of alcohol problems should avoid alcohol entirely. In addition, those taking certain medications should avoid alcohol consumption as well. For the latter group, discuss alcohol consumption with your physician when he or she writes you a prescription. ♥ Control your blood pressure. High blood pressure is the number one risk factor for stroke and a major risk for heart disease. Blood pressure measures the pressure or force of blood against the walls if your blood vessels, also known as arteries.

Having your blood pressure taken is a routine on most doctor visits, but many people are unaware what the number actually measures. The top number measures the pressure when the heart contracts and pushes blood out, while the bottom number is the lowest pressure when the heart relaxes and beats. Blood pressure that is consistently above 140/90 is considered high. A normal blood pressure is one between 120/80 and 129/84.

Heart attack symptoms The five major symptoms of a heart attack are: » Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck or back. » Feeling weak, light-headed or faint. » Chest pain or discomfort. » Pain or discomfort in arms or shoulder. » Shortness of breath.

If you think that you or someone you know is having a heart attack, call 911 immediately.

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On the Horizon in Atlantic Beach A FEW YEARS ago we were spending a lot of time planning. In more recent years, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been spending a lot of time doing. The time we spent planning â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in design, in operations and in finance â&#x20AC;&#x201C; has paved the way for us to be where we are today. We are in â&#x20AC;&#x153;go mode.â&#x20AC;? Following are a few highlights of what you will see happening around Atlantic Beach during 2017: â&#x20AC;˘ We will complete the current phase of our Town Park by adding a concession stand and bathrooms along with additional parking, landscaping and lighting. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll unveil the project this spring with a ribbon cutting that highlights the new building along with our recently completed miniature golf course and skateboard park. â&#x20AC;˘ We will be building a new public services building near the post office on West Fort Macon Road. Our current building, located behind town hall, is out-of-date and its cramped location in the center of a busy part of town is not ideal for the types of heavy equipment that must move in and out of the facility. By moving public services, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll make room for future improvements to the facilities for our police and fire departments at their current locations. â&#x20AC;˘ We will continue our long-term plan for addressing stormwater problems. This year we are tackling a project to relieve flooding on Old Causeway Road in addition to other areas in town. We are systematically solving flooding problems throughout town. If we have not gotten to your road yet, we will soon. â&#x20AC;˘ We have been awarded a state grant for improving beach ac-

cesses. This year the improvements will be for pedestrians on Raleigh Street. Raleigh Street serves as our main access for vehicles onto the beach and it can be tricky for people to navigate on foot. The improvements will solve that problem. â&#x20AC;˘ The renaissance of The Circle will take major steps forward with the construction of seven new commercial spaces along West Drive (on your right as you enter the Circle) as well as the ground breaking on a new hotel. The Marriott Springhill Suites Hotel represents the first new hotel construction in Atlantic Beach in decades and will bring hotel rooms back to a neighborhood, The Circle, that once was home to four hotels and motels. â&#x20AC;˘ We are continuing to improve walking and biking facilities. We are working with the NC Dept. of Transportation on adding additional crosswalks on Fort Macon Road and we will add improved road and wayfinding signage to help direct people on foot and on bikes to the less busy â&#x20AC;&#x153;side streetsâ&#x20AC;? for getting around town.

To ensure that the positive momentum doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wane, we will continue to plan for future improvements. The upcoming project that I am most excited about is the renovation of our boardwalk, a part of which we hope will be a new open air pavilion at the site of the former Pavilion. We are just starting the planning process for the boardwalk, you will see more about it soon. Our plan is to have it built for the summer of 2018.

On behalf of the town council and town staff, I would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year. We look forward to a great 2017 at the beach.

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Circle Update Town Approves Condos and Hotel ON NOV. 28, the Atlantic Beach Town Council unanimously approved an updated Major Site Plan for the “The Grove” at the Atlantic Beach Circle. This plan includes, among other things: • A multi-story hotel with 120 rooms, including parking • A future mixed commercial and residential parcel • A future condominium project Few can deny that the renderings of the Springhill Suites by Marriott are rather impressive. The updated site plan includes a detailed breakdown for the location of existing and forthcoming projects within The Grove. Details include the hotel location, parking, open spaces, future projects and more.

This exciting news is a part of an ongoing, dynamic transformation of the Atlantic Beach Circle into a vibrant community hub with commercial spaces, restaurants, single-family homes, condominiums and open spaces.

West Drive will consist of both detached single-family dwellings and mixed use buildings with commercial space on the ground floor and two-story residential units situated above the commercial space. Features will include a swimming pool, a fire pit, bicycle racks and convenient access to commercial venues, marinas and the beach.

The ground floor commercial spaces will have around 450 square feet each. The two-story residences situated above will have two bedrooms, two bathrooms and around 800 square feet of high end finishes. Commercial spaces are priced between $77,000 and $79,000. Prices for the residences above range from $221,000 to $232,000. Floorplans are named after the coast’s lighthouses, including the Bodie Island, Hatteras, Cape Lookout, Currituck, and Ocracoke.

In addition to the mixed use structures, The Lookouts will feature 15 detached single-family residences. There will be six two bedrooms, two bathrooms, about 1,000 square feet, and nine three bedrooms, three bathrooms, approximately 1,200-1,300 square feet. Prices range from $249,000 to $305,000. Floorplans include, the Thimble Shoals, Old Baldy, Cape Charles, Oak Island, Lightkeeper, Charleston, Harbour Town and Georgetown.

Demand for these properties was exceptionally strong and each of them are now under contract.

The Bungalows at The Grove include eight charming bungalow style residences situated around a swimming pool.

These properties generally have two bedrooms, two bathrooms, around 800 square feet. Several have further custom finishes ordered by the buyers at the time of construction.

Just a stone’s throw from the beach is the southeast portion of The Grove, each unit offered as new construction sold for between $212,000 and $245,000 throughout 2015 and early 2016. Unit #4 was offered as a resale for $315,000, but is no longer on the market.

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The Grove Oceanside is situated just east of the oceanfront Crab’s Claw Restaurant. Once complete, the Grove Oceanside will consist of five multi-story, oceanfront homes. Each property will feature approximately, 2,400 heated square feet, a large garage, an elevator and individual oceanfront swimming pools.

These impressive properties have already established themselves as vacation rental favorites.

Three properties have already sold, ranging from $900,000 to $920,000. Two additional properties are now actively listed for sale, 135 Atlantic Blvd. is offered at $950,000 and 129 Atlantic Blvd. is now listed for sale at $1,100,000, reduced from $1,200,000.

Future Developments in The Grove Several other residences were recently built near the northeast corner on East Bogue Blvd. at The Cottages at The Grove.

This section is just east and outside the footprint of what most consider to be “The Circle.” This area has coastal style singlefamily residences with three to four bedrooms, between 1,200 and 2,400 square feet and expansive decking for fine outdoor living. Interior finishes vary, but common features include contemporary open floor plans.

One future project, The Grove Oceanside II, will consist of seven luxurious oceanfront homes on the southeast corner of The Grove, to the left of the Springfield Suites by Marriott. These properties will be similar to the existing homes on the west side of Atlantic Boulevard. Additional projects include single-family residences, condominiums and commercial venues are under consideration.

Shared from the blog of Chris Latham, Realty World First Coast, Atlantic Beach. For more information, Latham can be reached at chris@chrislatham.com. His blog can be viewed at chrislatham.com.

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property watch ATLANTIC BEACH

BEAUFORT

Jerry Batten, Janet Batten and Archie McGirt, Jr. to Fred Luffman and Rodney Luffman, 1918 Fort Macon Road #108, $59,000.

Kert and Fonetta Gaskill and Juanita and John Gaskill, Jr. to Craig and Cheryl Paterno, 206 Village Drive, $85,000.

Ronald and Karla Wood to James Parker, III, Jan Parker, Samuel Parker and James Parker, 2401 Fort Macon Road #248, $65,000.

Jarrett and Wendy Southall to Jason and Amy Johnson, 112 Center Drive, $75,000.

American Eagle Rentals, LLC to Everett and Naomi Lloyd, 214 Bogue Blvd. #122, $90,000.

Richard Harris and Theresa Dipasquale-Harris to J.R. Bailey, 108 Pelican Drive #G, $99,000.

Fredrick and Dora Tate to Edward and Jennifer Eaves, 2008 Fort Macon Road #11, $145,000.

Frank Edwards and Sharon Koontz to James and Betty Lawson, 1904 Fort Macon Road #323, $150,000.

Robert Shields to Morrell and Deborah Dowdy, 2008 Fort Macon Road #1, $166,500.

John and Cynthia Merritt to James Morren, 206 Fairview St., $167,500.

Johnny and Phyllis Weathers to Mary and Jack Roughton, Jr., 301 Commerce Way Road #226, $168,000.

Virginia Wydler to Peter and Tammera Hilton, 509 Front St. #E, $110,000.

Jon Groom to Peter Ustach, 607 Pine St., $135,000.

James Piner to David Bewak , 306 McDaniel Drive, $145,000.

Mary Spires to Janet Parker, 303 Pollock St., $147,500.

Elise and Barry McGarva to Sarah Hayes, 242 Rutledge Ave., $148,000.

Michael and Valerie Williams to Joseph and Dawn Powell, 197 Maggie Leonard Lane, $150,000.

Holly and William Kolkmeyer, III to Brian and Katherine Trotter, 107 Anglers Way, $161,500.

Justin and Lauren Masterson to Shannon Kelley, 103 Calhoun St., $165,000.

Donna Robertson to Louis and Elisa Martinez, 121 Madison Bay Drive, $182,000.

Julia and Grady Barnwell, Jr. to Teresa Daugherty and Richard Chadwick, III, 105 Chelsea Circle, $288,000.

Christopher Town to Jennifer and Charles Fernandez, Jr., 405 Steep Point Road, $506,000.

Bradford Chadwick and First Citizens Bank to Laura and William Mosier, 305 Ann St., $675,000.

John and Jean Humber to Judith Adams, 127 Front St., $850,000.

BOGUE Rebecca and John Stewart, III and Frankie and Melanie Russell to Edward and Mary Smith, 218 Lake Arthur Drive, $207,000.

CAPE CARTERET Deborah Osborne, Angelia and David Morse and Lloyd Jones, III to Edward and Julia Byrns, 201 Dolphin St., $90,000.

Benjamin Watts and Tammy Statham to Theresa Barbato, 321 Star Hill Drive, $217,500.

Paul and Barbara Lemar to Nicholas and Marta Secchi, 100 Sutton Drive, $230,000.

Tony and Julee Waldrop to Johnna Davis, 1310 Ann St., $191,000.

Marc and Angela Riddle to Greggory and Samantha Hauser, 119 Tifton Circle, $280,000.

Elizabeth and George Wooten, Jr. to Jane Hastings, 219 Rudolph Drive, $195,000.

John and Sheila Vinson to Susan Parrish, 316 Fairview St., $275,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Earl and Kathleen Ehrhart, 112 Finch Loop, $206,000.

David Ball to James and Sherry Worley, 102 Winston Ave., $322,000.

Barry and Cheryl Munyan to John Owens, 343 Straits Road, $212,500.

Falls Lake Ventures, LLC to Palegic Investments, LLC, 1013 Fort Macon Road #101, $661,000.

Peggy Hollandsworth to Ann and Dexter Matthews, 606 Ann St., $235,000.

January 2017

Beacon Street Bradley, LLC to Beaufort’s Beacon, LLC, 103 Moore St. #7, $270,000.

Nicholas Hart to Zackery and Amanda Dixon, 405 Sailview Court, $187,000.

John and Sally Walker to William and Carla Griffin, 105 Beachwood Drive #1C, $180,000.

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Bogue Banks & area property transfers as recorded at the Carteret County Register of Deeds office during November 2016.*

Rebecca Stewart, Jamie and Jeffrey Ginn and David and Kimberly Steward to Joe and Vicki Austin, 101 Quail Run Court, $325,000.

CEDAR ISLAND M. Douglas Goines to Rodney Farnsworth, III, 2778 Cedar Island Road, $158,500.

Glen and Sharon Noonan to Michael Diehl, 112 Sandy Landing Road, $167,500.

CEDAR POINT Kristine and Andrew Sipe to Jerri Builders, Inc., 302 Treasure Cay, $50,000.

CMH Homes, Inc. to Margaret and Roy Keller, Jr., 217 Ocean Spray Drive, $154,500.

Jerri Builders, Inc. to Billy Calisterio, 206 Abaco Drive West, $236,500.

Jerri Builders, Inc. to Ernest and Anna Edwards, 105 Abaco Drive East, $245,500.

Erin Bryan-Millush and Sean Millush to Ellen Hurtt, 102 Marsh Island Drive, $255,000.

Brenda Washburn to Swannsborough Yacht Club Enterprises, Inc., 1121 Cedar Point Blvd., $330,000.

Phyllis and Willis Harris, Jr. to Tina and Johnathan Bradley, 117 Sweet Grass Trail, $340,000.

Jerri Builders, Inc. to Barbara and Larry White, Jr., 114 Castaway Cove, $375,000.

EMERALD ISLE Christopher and Grace Russomanno to Anthony Difiore, 151 Conch Court, $71,000.

Ruric Anderson, Jr. to Harri Kramer and Russell Hogya, 5211 Ocean Drive, $75,000.

Gregory and Audrey Harbaugh to William and Terri Farrington, 133 Sand Castle Drive, $135,000.

HJ Family Properties, LLC and Jean and Benjamin Henderson to Elizabeth and Mark Robbins, 116 Mangrove Drive, $159,000.

Rhetta O’Quinn to Linda and Richard McCarthy, Jr., 8610 Powell Drive, $163,000.

Timothy and Angela Stewart and James and Norma Stewart to Christopher Grams, 102 Channel Drive, $168,000.

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property watch (Continued from page 53)

Josephine Fiordaliso to Richard Fiordaliso, 607 Emerald Drive, $201,000.

Thomas and Janet Giola to Richard and Johanna Joyce, 104 Pintail Lane, $207,500.

Donald and Marilyn Leonard to Philip and Ashley Massey, 118 East Seaview Drive, $205,000.

Croatan Investments Co. and Eastward, LLC to Brabal, LLC, 134 Sound Point Drive, $215,000.

Tyretta and Michael LeCates to Lois Klauder and Pamela Spatola, 9100 Reed Drive #20, $220,000.

INDIAN BEACH

Keith and Connie McClain and Marissa and John Lane, III to Elizabeth Smith, 419 Emerald Circle, $260,000.

Diane Brown and Stephanie Coates to David Sexton, 109 Lee Ave., $298,000.

Edward and Lura Fulcher to Danchao Chen and Hong Tu Zheng, 303 Osprey Ridge Drive, $332,000.

Bryan and Tammy Nicklow to D&R Rentals, LLC, Tradewinds Mobile Home Park, $85,000.

Wall Rentals, Inc. to Andrew and Jennifer Skinner, 1701 Salter Path Road #202, $340,000.

MARSHALLBERG W. Robert and Betty Caviness to Ramsay and Carrie Hawkins, 245 & 249 Star Church Road, $450,000.

MOREHEAD CITY

Gibbs Creek Associates, Inc. to Diane Coix, 5124 Bogue Sound Drive, $385,000.

Robert Bostian to Robert and Emily Parchman, 2305 Crab Point Loop Road, $35,500.

Sherry and McDonald Kittrell, Wanda and Edward Syron and Beverly Phillips to John and Vicki Givens and Benjamin and Alison Alexander, 3502 Emerald Drive, $415,000.

Chantel Campbell to Lori Beach, 600 35th St. #503, $104,500.

Doris and Charles Bennett, Jr. to Thomas Johnson, 7222 Sound Drive, $540,000.

Lawrence and Daisy Spell to Steven and Kathleen George, 5215 Ocean Drive, $588,000.

MissBhaven, LLC to 2205 Ocean Drive, LLC, 2205 Ocean Drive, $632,500.

Elizabeth Phillips to Richard and Sue Schwarting, 4103 Ocean Drive, $695,000.

GLOUCESTER

Ray Wells and Gail Marshall to McKensie and Elizabeth Hood, 2301 Country Club Road, $125,000.

Richard and Sylvia Flowers to Galileo Galilei, LLC, 623 35th St., $140,000.

Centa-M, LLC to CCFP Partners, LLC, 515 35th St., $160,000.

Jennifer Pate and Chuc Phan, 300 Virginia Ave., $160,500.

RJP Newport Corporation to Joseph and Janet Sanacore, 1200 Pinnacle Court, $165,000.

Mark and Linda Banks to Anne Price, 156 Beaufort Court, $169,000.

Roy Kittrell, Jr. to Max and Jorlinda Murphy, 1510 Marsh Pointe, $335,000.

Jessica Camilo to Brandon and Leigh Ann Matthews, 731 Forty Road, $176,000.

Amie Huber to Kent Neal, 5243 Hwy 70, $435,000.

Rickey Gourley to Timothy Potter, 901 Cedarwood Village, $177,000.

Lorain Croll to Christopher and Kaitlyn Davis, 216 Brandywine Blvd., $180,000.

Walter and Catherine Koval to Pay Riehl, 500 Village Green Drive, $186,000.

Alice Golden to Terri Deâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Marino, 1010 Birch Court, $182,500.

Kyle Shertzer and Jacquelin Burdick to Andrew Patt, 3513 Meadow Drive, $238,000.

Richard and Patricia Hudson to Charles and Stacey Colborn, 115 Fairway Drive, $244,500.

Erin Mitchell to Bill and Carolyn Brady, 1812 Wideon Drive, $255,000.

Currin-Paterson Properties, LLC to Moore Beatty Investments, LLC, 5085 Hwy 70, $1,700,000.

Loser Boy, LLC to LIDL US Operations, LLC, 5032 US Highway 70, $2,000,000.

NEWPORT Wesley and Monica Lawhorne to Streamline Developers, LLC, 609 Cannonsgate Drive, $25,000.

Phillips Properties of Carteret, LLC to Eastward, LLC and Croatan Investments, Co., 1400 Arendell St., $265,000.

Sandra Speight to Dennis Boyd, 152 Southwinds Drive, $55,000.

Lonesome Pine Development to Morehead City Self Storage, LLC, 164 Old Murdoch Road, $270,000.

Dale and Deborah Miller to Don and Greta Paith, 151 Goose Creek Loop Road, $65,000.

Murdoch & Associates, Inc. to Andrew and Carmen Cestaro, 1204 Hidden Cove Ave., $270,000.

Heath and Barbara Hovis to Adolfo Rosales and Felicia Erazo, 1003 Patch Drive, $75,500.

Moed, LLC to Brian and Amber Johnson, 1709 Shepard St., $275,000.

John and Patricia DeSefano to Glenn and Tina Tillman, 1138 Lake Road, $80,000.

Briant and Lisa Wilder to Wilkie and Evelyn King, 103 Carefree Lane, $284,000.

Christopher and Jennifer Liebhaber to Richard and Karen Bloomfield, 152 Cedar Lane, $80,000.

Janet and Ronald Peoples, Jr. to Benjamin and Laura Hardy, 1808 Evans St., $307,000.

HARKERS ISLAND

Ashley and Timothy Brothers to Timothy Mustian and Lindsey Bissette, 2401 Emeline Place, $166,000.

Richard Keltner and Renee Perez to Stan and Juanita Tomblin, 201 Brandywine Place Drive, $320,000.

January 2017

Max and Jorinda Murphy to LIDL US Operations, LLC, 5038 US Highway 70, $885,000.

Ross and Faye Lampe to Murdoch & Associates, Inc., 102 Batten Court, $50,000.

Ryan Lamoureux, David Lamoureux and Constance Zimmer to Carol Ann Murray, 301 Rochelle Drive, $165,000.

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Margaret Marcus to James and Karen McGuiness, 210 Bogue Drive, $575,000.

Fred Jones to Robert Rogg, 104 3rd St. #G1, $260,000.

Nellie Ferguson to MeLinda Mason, 130 Miramar Road, $130,000.

John and Yuvette Peterson to Brian and Lindia Harbaugh, 113 Liston Lane, $47,000.

Reginald Fountain, Jr. to Bruce and Elaine Baltzell, 311 Arendell St. #604, $500,000.

Jacqueline Bunn to Patrick Kiley and Gina Leone, 110 Indian Shores Court, $115,000.

Maureen Mensch to Tamika Godette, 674 Mill Creek Road, $115,000.

Lynda Norman to Maria Finnegan, 909 Lightwood Drive, $120,000.

Richard and Sylvia Flowers to Perry and Kim Dix, 111 Waters Edge Drive, $140,000.

Michael Stroup and Donna Stevens to Milton Tripp, Jr., 308 Foxhall Road, $143,000.

Albert and Gene Gelton to C. Todd Worrell and Allison Arnault, 150 South Lewis St., $560,000.

PINE KNOLL SHORES Richard and Mary Klugh to Arnold and Brenda Boardwine, 651 Salter Path Road #13, $204,000.

SALTER PATH Heather and Caird Vandersloot to Town of Indian Beach, 1401 Salter Path Road, $225,000.

SEA LEVEL Glandon Forest Equity, LLC to C-Wood, LLC, 229 US Highway 70, $1,270,000.

STELLA

Polly Knott to Jimmie Foss, Jr., 212 Snow Goose Lane, $150,000.

Nancy Watts to Johnny and Susan Gilliam, 651 Salter Path Road #18, $210,000.

GP & GP, Inc.. to Heavyweight Properties, LLC, 2012 Thompson Drive, $175,000.

William and Kathleen Pitzer to Jill and John Faron, 128 Cedar Road, $333,000.

Nicholas and Sally Holland to Kevan Dover, 112 Gull Harbor Drive, $196,500.

Jill and Harold Smith, Jr. to Lesley Wheeler, 285 Oakleaf Drive, $365,000.

Bogue Pines Mobile Home Park, LLC to Glandon Forest Equity, LLC, 2810 Hwy 24, $255,000.

Judith Garry and Rockhill Mennonite Community to Jimmie and Susan Beckom, 123 Oakleaf Drive, $398,000.

Bluewater Associates of Emerald Isle, Inc. to Williams McKinney, Jr., 101 Little Kinston Road, $24,000.

Kay and W.F. Daugherty, III to Thomas Stanley, 700 Sea Gate Drive, $367,500.

Jane Parrish to Jane and Jerome Boone, 101 Magnolia Court, $420,000.

Bluewater Associates of Emerald Isle, Inc. to Kevin Miller, 121 Lowery Lane, $85,000.

Clell and Charles Penny to Colton and Bryan Riggs, 983 Wetherington Landing Road, $55,000.

Kendra King to Mona Ray, 144 White Oak Bluff Road, $412,000.

SWANSBORO

Jimmy Lairson to Charles and Peggy Beane, 440 Woodland Drive, $145,000.

Michael and Michelle Goduti to Shannon and Sarah Plaut, 111 White Heron Lane, $299,000. *Publisherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note: This data is provided as public information available to all county residents. Island Review accepts no liability for errors or omissions and has endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

Price given indicates the number of tax stamps purchased at deed filing (representing $2 for $1,000 of sales price, in $500 increments) and as such, may not exactly reflect the true purchase price.

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PINE KNOLL SHORES

mayor’s notes

Mayor Ken Jones

Looking Forward to the New Year HAPPY NEW YEAR! As we settle down after the sharing season of Christmas, we can pause for a few minutes to review the past year, but more importantly look and plan for the coming year. Every minute of every day is a chance to “start anew,” but the first of a new year is a common measuring point in time.

We write these articles about two months before they go to print.

Last night we had our Pine Knoll Shores Flotilla. A special thanks to the captains and their first mates and crews that decorated their boats and participated in this annual festive event. I know the folks up and down the canal really enjoyed it. Also thank you to our staff lead on this Natalie Gibble. Our Christmas parade is next and promises to be fun for all.

You may hear about our annual Christmas Party at town hall for our staff and volunteers. This is a very rewarding event that builds community and brings all of our teams together. This event alone is reason enough to get involved and start your 2017 volunteering for the betterment of our town.

This next year will be exciting as always! Our newest stretch of sidewalk will be ready for your exercise and transportation. You will be able to go from our town hall to Food Lion in Atlantic Beach with just crossing the highway twice and never walking or riding on Salter Path Road. As far as connectivity and safety, this is a huge step forward!

We will have our “Dinner with the Mayor” in a metropolitan area

to our west right out of the gate. Date, time and location coming soon. I always look forward to this meeting because it helps include the more than 70% of our citizen’s that are not here year round – yet!

Our strategic plan has been our guiding light since approval.

We rarely, RARELY, make a move or decision without consulting this valuable living document. It is a road map that includes your input and a way to measure our team’s performance. Recently we met with our strategic plan committee and discussed some emerging issues, including our dropping year-round population and the impacts, water issues like sea level rise and the water quality in our canal. All very important to the future of Pine Knoll Shores. I know we’re doing this right; we get asked by other municipalities and organizations that want to copy our methods. I want to extend a “thank you” to this amazing group of concerned and forward looking citizens that include two former commissioners: John Halada and Vince Larson. I mention these two, but there are many more citizens, and town staff, like our planner Scott Sherrill, that also deserve a handshake and thank you!

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 and hear you. Thank you for a great 2016, and all the best to you and your family for a rewarding 2017!

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PINE KNOLL SHORES Women’s Club members celebrated the holiday season sharing a sumptuous Christmas luncheon with fellow club members, family and friends on Dec. 2. With music provided by Dick Cumberland and a bountiful holiday buffet hosted by the Country Club of the Crystal Coast it was a festive way to end the 2016 club year.

With the arrival of 2017 club members are prepared to stay active in the new year by following the healthy living tips offered by new club member Lisa Park at the club’s November meeting. Lisa moved to Pine Knoll Shores from Asheboro in March and immediately embraced the town’s “volunteer culture” by joining both the PKS Women’s Club and the PKS Garden Club. Lisa has many years of experience as an active living coordinator, teaching Silver Sneakers exercise classes, designing fitness challenges and promoting an active lifestyle. We can counteract the normal effects of the aging process which causes loss in bone density and muscle mass and slows metabolism, she explained, by practicing simple exercises that encourage moving, stretching and cardio activities Walking is the safest form of aerobic exercise and Lisa stressed that it doesn’t take fancy equipment or special clothing to engage in a healthy lifestyle. She led the group through a series of exercises that can be done at home or outside in many locations around Pine Knoll Shores.

Lisa provided a list of benefits to both mind and spirit that exercise provides – strengthening heart & lungs, building bone, burning calories, fostering weight loss, boosting energy and improving mood. She led the group through a discussion of the “Power Nine” – habits or common denominators that help humans live a healthier, longer life. Studies have shown that people in various locations around the world that have the largest number of people over 100 years of age have the following in common:

Members of the Pine Knoll Sores Garden Club enjoyed a delicious luncheon on Dec. 14 at the Country Club of the Crystal Coast. Besides savoring a gourmet holiday meal, members organized Christmas funds for the Salvation Army, Domestic Violence Program and Wounded Warrior families.

In lieu of the Nov. 9 meeting, the garden club installed a Blue Star Memorial marker dedicated to all members of the armed services, past, present and future. The program commenced with a lively prelude by Atlantic Beach bag piper Kevin White appropriately clad in kilt and sporran, followed by addresses by garden club president Kay Howe and Pine Knoll Shores Mayor Ken Jones, an invocation by retired general of the U.S. Army, Maj. Gen. Tom Temple, a pledge of allegiance by Lt. Col. Michael Ferneau USMC retired, and a military presentation of colors

by West Carteret High School. A military tribute was presented by Brian Kramer, USMC retired and Commander Javier Delgado, USCG, and more than 100 veterans of the US Army, Navy, Air Corps and Coast Guard were present to accept this tribute, each carrying the flag of their special service.

Karen Zaenker introduced Paula Hartman, Blue Star chairman of the Garden Club of North Carolina, who recounted for us the history of installing Blue Star markers along the highways. After World War II the New Jersey Council of Garden Clubs decided that an everyday reminder of the bravery of veterans was needed, and chose the blue star found in the middle of the flag flown during the war in homes that had a member in one of the armed services, as its theme. They planted 8,000 dogwood trees along a highway as a living memorial to these gallant veterans. In the 1950s, the Blue Star Highway Committee enlarged the number of servicemen to be honored, and included past, present and future male and female members of all five services.

Today these markers can be found on the highways and byways of all our 51 states. Dedication of the marker was made by Karen Zaenker and the unveiling of the marker, along with thanking the Blue Star committee members – Kay Howe, Karen Zaenker, Susan King, Kathy Blowers, Linda Pearson and Lana Hathaway, was conducted by Blue Star Chairman, Arleen Graczewski. Acceptance of the memorial marker was made by John Rouse of the N.C. Dept. of Transportation, and closing remarks were made by Pine Knoll Shores Commissioner Fred Fulcher, U.S. Army. Susan King and Linda Pearson placed a beautiful wreath upon the marker, which was made by Gini Sambaugh, followed by singing of “God Bless America” by the St. Francis choir.

Garden club meetings are held every second Wednesday of the month at town hall at 9:30am for refreshments, followed at 10am by the program of the day. Guests and visitors are most welcome and are invited to attend.

1. They move naturally and regularly – their cultures encourage daily movement 2. They know how to “downshift” and release stress – they pray, take naps 3. They have a purpose in life, something to live for 4. The embrace the 80% Rule- stop eating when full 5. They drink moderate amounts of alcohol each day 6. They eat a predominantly plant-based diet 7. They belong to the “right tribe” – their cultures encourage socializing and daily contact with others; 8. They live in faith-based communities 9. They put their loved ones and families first and commit to a life partner.

The next meeting of the PKS Women’s Club is scheduled for Jan. 27, at the PKS Town Hall beginning at 9:30am. Dr. Michael Souci, chief pharmacist at Carteret Health Care, will speak about drug interactions.

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Finding a Qualified, Compassionate Pet Sitter MORE AND MORE pet owners are taking their four-legged friends with them when they travel. But some vacations or business trips are not pet-friendly, and such excursions may require pet owners to enlist the services of professional pet sitters.

Friends and family members may be able to look after pets when their owners are away for a few days. But when no one is close by to check in on or foster a pet, pet sitters and animal boarding facilities may be the only option available to pet owners. Pet sitters also may be able to step in when owners’ last-minute plans interfere with their ability to care for their pets.

Finding the right facility or individual pet sitter requires a little work. Here are some ways to weed out the qualified and professional pet sitters from those who might not be the best fit.

Ask for recommendations. Seek advice from friends or family members who have used pet sitters in the past. If that does not prove fruitful, speak with your veterinarian.

He or she may have a relationship with an animal boarder or a pet-sitting service. Some veterinarians also have employees on staff who provide this kind of service, and such situations can be especially beneficial for owners of older or special-needs pets. An alternative to personal and professional recommendations is to employ a certified pet sitter from either The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters or Pet Sitters International.

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stand an animal’s specific needs and how to cater to those needs may perform their duties more effectively than less experienced sitters.

Compile a questionnaire. The Humane Society has a comprehensive list of qualifications you can use to screen potential pet sitters. These should include questions about liability insurance coverage and if companies that employ pet sitters are bonded to protect against theft. Pet sitters also should provide references.

Maintain the pet’s normal routine. According to pet expert Cesar Millan, it’s best to have the pet watched in his or her natural surroundings so they have a level of familiarity with their surroundings and schedules. When this is not possible, boarders should try to keep the same walking, play and feeding schedules.

Spell out all the details. Before hiring a sitter, make a list of requirements and make sure they are discussed and included in signed contracts.

Employ trial and error. Sometimes you have to take a chance and give a pet sitter an opportunity to prove his or her merit. Afford the pet sitter some time to meet your pet in your presence and watch for how your pet reacts to the sitter. After the sitter’s first day on the job, look for indicators that may suggest the experience was not the right fit for your pet. Fearfulness in the pet, signs or smells that accidents occurred, property damage, or injuries to an animal may be evidence of a poor pet sitter.

Pet owners sometimes require the service of pet sitters who can help them feel at ease when they need to leave home for business or pleasure.

Connect Carteret Is Coming of Age A NEW YEAR is here, and if you’re “feeling under 40,” perhaps you owe it to yourself to explore the young business professionals group in Carteret County.

It calls itself Connect Carteret – A Young Professionals Network. Joining is easy and free. No regular meetings, no initiation fee, no dues.

In January 2017, Connect Carteret celebrates the one-year anniversary of its milestone accomplishment – the establishment of an entrepreneurial incubator facility in Morehead City.

Connect Carteret was the beneficiary of a $20,000 New Generation Initiative grant that was awarded to the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce in 2014 from the North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center.

“We identified there was a real need in our community to have a working environment for start-up and early-stage businesses – a shared place where young business people could work, conduct research, meet privately with prospective clients or customers and build their businesses,” said Christina Fulcher of BB&T, who spearheaded the project.

“KickStart Carteret – A Connect Carteret Project” is centrally located within the county, occupying a suite of office space on the second level of an accounting firm’s building at 300 N. 35th St., Morehead City. Grant funds were used to rent the space and outfit it with state-of-the-art technology.

The Rural Center complimented Connect Carteret and the chamber for their vision: “This innovative project provides a number of long-term economic advantages for local entrepreneurs,” said Misty Herget of the Rural Center. “Connect Carteret really came together and invested a lot of time and energy to assess the needs of the community and design a project to meet those chal-

lenges,” she said.

The young business professionals group was formed with the assistance of the chamber in 2011, and it is addressing a critical concern identified in 2002 by a county-wide planning study.

Carteret County is an “aging community,” with older people – both retirees and pre-retirees – moving in and younger people moving out.

Young people between the ages of 20-40 tend to move away, seeking grander opportunities to achieve fame and fortune.

The mission is “to make Carteret County a place where young professionals can achieve the same social, academic, cultural and financial goals of larger communities, while maintaining a higher quality of life.”

So, the marketing message is: Young families can benefit from the exceptional public school system here … earn decent wages and salaries and stay … to make their mark in the community.

Connect Carteret offers monthly events for young professionals, alternating between lunch-and-learn professional development sessions and social networking functions.

For more information about Connect Carteret, contact Julie Naegelen at julie@nccoastchamber.com or visit www.connectcarteret.com.

The Connect Carteret logo was designed by group member Bryan McCoury, a resident of Atlantic Beach, and owner of Rusty Hook Marketing & Design in Morehead City. He said: “One main thing that connects all people in Carteret County that is different from most other places is our bridges. Without them, there would be very little connection in Carteret County. Obviously, the high-rise bridges are a very distinctive and unique part of our landscape.”

Connect Carteret is doing its part to help build intangible bridges to ensure a bright future for future generations.

garden gate How to Spot an Unhealthy Tree PERHAPS BECAUSE THEY can live for so many years, trees have a way of falling down homeowners’ landscaping priority lists.

Trees also tend to be big and strong, so it’s no surprise that they often are overlooked in favor or other areas of a lawn and garden that don’t seem so strong in the face of Mother Nature. But trees are susceptible to damage and disease, and homeowners who learn to recognize symptoms of these problems can prevent them from escalating and reduce the risk that the trees will cause damage to their properties.

The following are just some of the ways homeowners can determine if their trees are unhealthy. Homeowners who suspect they have a tree that poses a safety risk should contact a professional tree service for an immediate inspection and steer clear of the tree until an inspection has been performed.

• Check around the base of the tree. The base of a tree may offer some telltale signs that the tree is unhealthy. Soil that is cracked or raised at the base of the tree may be indicative of a tree that has started to uproot. If you recognize any cracking or if the soil is raised, look at the tree to see if it is leaning. If the soil is cracked or raised because it is uprooting, then the tree might have already started to lean in the opposite direction.

• Examine for fungus. The growth of fungus on the tree trunk or close to it may be a sign that the tree is rotting or decaying. Fungal growth, such as a sudden population of mushrooms, around the base of the tree is another sign of decay. If the wood behind fungal

growth crumbles easily, then homeowners should call a professional tree service, as the fungal problem on the tree has likely already been festering for quite some time.

• Look for cavities on the trunk. Cracks and cavities on a tree may not be an emergency, but especially deep cracks and cavities may be indicative of a structural problem. Multiple cracks and cavities also serve as red flags.

• Look for dead wood. It may sound simple, but dead wood poses a threat to the tree and anyone who happens to spend time in its vicinity. Dead wood snaps easily, and falling dead wood can harm anyone unlucky enough to be beneath the tree when the dead wood snaps. Dead wood branches won’t bend in the wind, and such branches frequently fall off of trees when strong gusts of wind come along. Dead branches either won’t have leaves or the leaves will be brown (dead pine branches will have brown needles).

• Weak connections. Unhealthy trees often have weak connections between their branches and their trunks. If branches don’t appear to be strongly connected to the tree bark, call a tree service to determine a solution. The tree might not be on its way out, but you may have to take steps to strengthen the connections so branches are not at risk of falling.

Unhealthy trees can pose a significant safety hazard on a property. Homeowners who learn to recognize the signs of unhealthy trees can do something to prevent dying trees from damaging their homes.

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rental signs Entertaining Angels Hebrews 13:2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.

WE HAVE JUST journeyed through December with its familiar and comforting carols of choirs of angels on high, peace and goodwill to all humanity. How profound to consider that when we welcome strangers to share our beach homes for a few days or a week, we may actually be entertaining angels. Over the five decades that my family business and I have been welcoming strangers to Emerald Isle, I know we have learned the lesson well that hospitality is a gift, a calling, and like all avocations, the secret to being successful is to love what you are doing and love the people you are serving, as well as loving those you work amongst.

There is no room for cynicism in hospitality, for with an attitude that all rental guests are trying to inflict maximum property damage, make false customer service complaints for ill gotten compensation, or even all visitors to the Crystal Coast are sorry excuses for human beings, we begin to exude the very negativity we are fearful of in the strangers we have invited to rent our beach cottages and condos. Suspicion breeds contempt and contempt gives birth to poor service. Rather than practicing the art of hospitality, we begin to practice open acts of hostility.

As January dawns, America is in an anxious period between the difficult elections of last year and a new president taking office.

We confuse our presidents with saviors, when truly no one man or one woman can solve all of our problems. When pollsters asked

Americans last year if they felt too anxious over the elections to travel, many answered yes. Gratefully, on the Crystal Coast we still enjoyed a very successful rental season, but knowing our guests are more anxious than usual, don’t we owe it to our travelers to be more gracious and joyful in our welcoming than ever?

The promise that each vacation on our beautiful island holds is that just a little bit of heaven will break through for that gathering of family or friends. There will be heavenly moments when grandparents hold sandy little hands while wading through tidal pools.

Celestial miracles of sunset’s deep colors giving a backdrop to the first evening star, then moonrise somewhere on the horizon beyond the breakers and illuminating the night; “the light shines in the darkness and the darkness did not overcome it.”

Entertaining angels, what a splendid way to welcome one another as we prepare to offer our gift of hospitality to all visitors to the Crystal Coast throughout 2017 and all the years ahead. Smiles, a kind greeting, a comforting beach home to rest their weary spirit for a time then returning home, restored and perhaps a better version of themselves. Making a difference, perhaps entertaining angels, making lives a little better, a little more hopeful, joyful and with heavenly moments to remember from their days by the ocean.

Julia Batten Wax Owner, Emerald Isle Realty jwax@eirealty.com

Nine Things You Might Not Know About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. WELL RESPECTED, HONORED and appreciated for his civil rights activism, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. rightfully earned his place as one of the most influential figures in American and world history. Through his religious teachings and social activism, Dr. King played a key role in the American Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

While Dr. King lived a good portion of his life in the public eye, many facts of his life are not widely known. In honor of his birthday and Black History Month, the following are some interesting and less publicized facts about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 1. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birth name was not Martin, but Michael. Dr. King’s father traveled to Germany and became inspired by Protestant reformer Martin Luther and thus changed his name while also changing the name of his then 5-year-oldson.

2. Dr. King was a prodigious student. Not only did he skip two grades and start college before formally graduating high school, but Dr. King also earned a bachelor’s degree at age 19, graduating from Morehouse College in 1948 with a degree in sociology.

3. Though not a singer, Dr. King earned a posthumous Grammy Award nonetheless. In 1971, Dr. King was awarded Best Spoken Word album for “Why I Oppose the War in Vietnam.”

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smoking. It was believed Dr. King was smoking a cigarette when he was fatally shot.

5. While Dr. King is remembered as an enthralling public speaker, he actually scored poorly in public speaking during his first year at seminary. He received a “C” in the class but earned straight “As” by his final year.

6. Dr. King was a “Star Trek” fan. He convinced actress Nichelle Nichols, who played the role of Uhura on the show, to continue working with the series. Nichols was considering leaving, but Dr. King told her she was breaking boundaries by playing a character who didn’t conform to black stereotypes.

7. Dr. King narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on September 20, 1958. On that day, Dr. King was in Harlem signing copies of his new book, “Stride Toward Freedom,” when he was approached by a woman who stabbed him with a letter opener. He barely survived.

8. Dr. King’s speech in Memphis in April 1968 may have prophesied his death. Speaking to an audience at Mason Temple Church, King said, “Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I’m not concerned about that now – I’ve seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land.”

9. Dr. King’s birthday is now observed as a national holiday in the United States. President Ronald Reagan signed the bill in 1983. The only other American to earn this honor is George Washington.

tourism BAROMETER Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Leave Home without Them NEED TO GET away but not sure what to do with your furry-faced family member? Lucky for you, the Crystal Coast is a pet-friendly destination with many lodging options willing to host your canine companion too! There are literally hundreds of accommodations that allow pets here on the Crystal Coast. You can find some rental companies who will not charge an extra fee for your four legged friend. The oceanfront hotel Atlantis Lodge has even opened a dog park on their premises.

Pet travel is becoming increasingly more popular and the lodging industry realizes the huge advantage of offering pet-friendly accommodations. In fact, the most recent AAA PetBook includes more than 13,000 pet-friendly lodging options across the U.S. Additionally, there are about 1,000 AAA approved restaurants that allow pets in outside dining areas and more than 800 pet-friendly campgrounds.

The Crystal Coast Tourism Development Authority offers a printed vacation guide that allows you to easily identify all pet-friendly lodging options in our area. These guides are available at both welcome centers located at 3409 Arendell St. in Morehead City and 8401 Emerald Drive in Emerald Isle. There are also several restaurants on the Crystal

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Coast with outside seating areas that welcome pets: The Village Market in Emerald Isle, Idle Hour and Crabâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Claw in Atlantic Beach, Akai Hana, Promiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Land Market, Sammyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood House & Oyster Bar, Floydâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1921, Red Fish Grill and Off The Hook in Morehead City, and Dock House, Queen Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Revenge and Beaufort Grocery in Beaufort.

The NC State Travel Guide offers a call out of pet-friendly accommodations throughout the state. You can order one of these free publications or view it online by visiting www. visitnc.com/free-travel-publications. There are other websites like www.gopetfriendly.com and www.petswelcome. com that can also assist in finding you that optimal petfriendly overnight stay.

A good number of local businesses frequently put water bowls out for four-legged passers-by. Some shop owners even invite dogs and their owners to â&#x20AC;&#x153;come on inâ&#x20AC;?. When visitors and their dogs stop by either of our Welcome Centers, we always have treats and water readily available.

The latest addition to our Emerald Isle Welcome Center is a friendly new canine sign that proudly proclaims the values and attitudes of the Emerald Isle community, Nice Matters. The sign is stationed on the front porch next to a bowl of fresh water for all furry visitors to relish.

So donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave home without your pets! Bring them with you to the beautiful Crystal Coast where you are sure to find pet-friendly accommodations, dining and fun for the entire family to enjoy!

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JANUARY ARIES (March 21-April 20) Aries, emails and texts might fill your week as everyone wants to speak with you in the coming days. Schedule a break from your devices if you find yourself overwhelmed. Relaxation seems like the perfect idea, but some restlessness might get in the way of these plans. Low-impact activities may be the way to go. Remember this month that wishful thinking won’t get you ahead. But hard work will. Don’t shy away from an opportunity that comes your way, even if it seems less promising at first glance. Be true to yourself this month – show your true feelings and you will earn more respect for it. The planets are giving you the cosmic goahead to put certain plans in motion. Don’t procrastinate because time is of the essence. It’s time to get moving.

LEO (July 23-August 23) Others are on your mind as the month opens. You feel a need to help in any way you can, so use this time to explore volunteer opportunities in your community. Optimism is good, but you may need to be a realist as well. Do not compromise common sense for the sake of seeing the bright side of everything. Someone close to you puts their faith in your ability to get a job done, Leo. Mid-month devote all of your effort to completing this work.

There are a few things you need to tackle at the end of the month as well, then you will likely have the rest of the time for recreation. Put travel at the top of your to-do list. Don’t set yourself up for frustration. Avoid people who like to push all of your buttons. You deserve a relaxing, calm week, and this may be your chance.

TAURUS (April 21-May 21) Career progress is more complicated than you had originally thought, Taurus. You might need to take a step back and reassess your career path.

If you find it difficult to ask for what you desire, garner the courage and make a stand. Trust your instincts that you deserve what you are seeking.

You find yourself in a leadership role this month and are asked to make a lot of decisions. Wield your power carefully as others are watching you intently. Any missed opportunities this month won’t come back to haunt you. You will have plenty of additional opportunities to make another go of things in the days to come. To appeal to the masses, you may need to change how you present your opinions just a bit.

VIRGO (August 24-September 22) You may need an adjustment period to tackle a new assignment, Virgo. This is not something to rush, so take your time even if the results are slow to come along. Concentration comes naturally to you, but don’t focus so much that you begin to miss what’s going on around you. Seek a friend who can keep you smiling. It may be in your best interest to remain out of the spotlight at the next social gathering. Afford others the chance to be the center of attention. If you experience a scare, it will be short-lived and you will recover quickly. The rest of the month could prove uneventful. Make the most the downtime. Although you didn’t think things could get busier in your life, you are about to see just how busy things can be. If you need a breather, take it now.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Gemini, doors are opening for you all over the place, but you don’t know which one to choose.

Speak with someone you trust who can serve as an advisor and mentor. You are in your element this month and you will be soaring on good vibes for several days. There’s no pressure to get things done, so keep on sailing. A few variables are thrown into the mix later in the month. You will show your ability to problem-solve if you can handle the task. Find ways to sure up any cracks before you can move ahead. Give it your best effort, but you may want to seek advice from Pisces. Don’t be overly focused on the smallest of details, but it’s more important at this juncture in time to look at the bigger picture. Figure out how to do that.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Cancer, you have a need to be emotionally connected to others at this time, but you also want to exert your independence. You might have to make some decisions. Find your footing early in the month, which figures to be busy and hectic.

Prepare a schedule so you can complete all the tasks at hand on time. Patience is required when a difficult situation presents itself. Resist the temptation to act before you get a full grasp of the situation and what you should do. Keep forging ahead even if you feel like you are going up against a brick wall. Eventually you will find a solution and a way to overcome this obstacle. Be cautious at the end of the month. Don’t delve into things that are better left alone. There is no point in drumming up trouble unless you have to. Instead, sit back and watch things unfold.

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LIBRA (September 23-October 23) Prior commitments early this month may prevent you from doing something you’ve long wanted to do, Libra. Keep your head up and another opportunity will present itself. You are eager to listen and learn but you also want to share your own experiences. This month you will need to find a balance between being the student and the teacher. It is easy to make promises and then not follow through with your intentions. But that is not the way you operate. If you say you will do something, you will. Libra, you may be second-guessing an important decision. It is not too late to make a change.

Approach the next decision more carefully. More enjoyable things are on the horizon and you may find yourself distracted by so many interesting and entertaining events. Start filling your calendar.

SCORPIO (October 24-November 22) It could be now or never, Scorpio. You want to make your mark but are cautious in keeping your intentions to yourself. Eventually your master plan will come to light. Avoid jumping to conclusions and encourage others to do the same. Allow things to play out before forming any concrete opinions or developing a course of action. Opportunities to travel present themselves in the near future. Pack your bags and be ready to depart at a moment’s notice. You can certainly use some time away. If you have been away from your childhood home for a while, pay a visit. You can visit your old haunts and reminisce about things. As challenging as life can sometimes be, you need to take chances and push yourself further. This might be a month for some risk-taking.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) Sagittarius, you’re increasingly busy this month, but things are not what you expect. You could be running around for all of the wrong reasons. Reexamine your plan, if necessary.

Make your decisions now before you add any more information to the mix. Your judgment could be clouded by unnecessary data coming your way. Assess a situation before sharing your opinions with others. The surface details don’t tell the whole story, so wait until you can get a full handle on things. Step out of the shadows for a bit and accept the praise and recognition you deserve this month. It’s not being boastful if you accept well wishes of others.

It usually takes a lot to raise your ire. Continue maintaining this calm approach, carefully considering each situation before reacting.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Capricorn, your focus may be on personal gains early this month, but you might want to shift it to something else. An unforeseen opportunity awaits if you can recognize it.

You are at a turning point in your life and now may be a good time to make a few important changes. This may involve a new career path or new friends. Many positive things are on the horizon. You just have to get through a few rough patches before it is smooth sailing. Pisces is a pivotal player. Although you may be looking straight ahead, you are having trouble seeing what is right in front of you. Adjust your perspective and you might be surprised. It is not easy to just ignore something, especially when it is constantly being flaunted. Take the high road in this instance or you may get pulled under.

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) It’s difficult to contain your excitement during the first few days of the month. But keep your cool so others do not start to look at you strangely. Your time to shine is coming. Aquarius, even if you have a lot to get done, you will be able to think on your feet and make changes as needed. Maintain your self-confidence throughout the month. Resist the temptation to take the easy way out and challenge yourself.

Who knows what strength you can find within yourself if you try new things. Be sure to take a few moments to focus on your future instead of just those things that need to be addressed in the present. Open your mind to honest longterm goals.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) You have a secret to share, but you must wait to do so, Pisces. Do your best to avoid spilling the beans before the time has come. Actively explore your impulses at the beginning of the month. You may not have a chance to do so in the coming weeks. Put your suspicions to rest as no one is trying to hide anything. This person has shown all of his or her cards. Offer help if they need it. Sometimes you have to make sacrifices. Put others first this month.

This selfless approach will be its own reward.

Arguments can be stressful, steer clear of them this month unless they directly affect you. Show others you are the bigger person.

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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 AA Express Plumbing Service, Inc: 211-6 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-2471155, aaexpressplumbing@embarqmail.com.

Professional, licensed plumbing service – winterizing, water heaters, softeners and full plumbing needs. Emergency 24/7 service.

Fully insured.

Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control: Morehead City, 252-726-1781, New Bern, 252-636-2345, 800-763-0378 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.

Crystal Coast HVAC Salt Solution: 103 Pinewood Place, Emerald Isle, helping extend the life of coastal HVAC units by rinsing units monthly to

eliminate accumulated salt. See how efficient your HVAC can be. Call 252-503-1573.

Emerald Isle Homeowner’s Services: 9106-B Coast Guard Road, Emerald Isle, 252-7642563. Relax and leave your keys with us! A full service “boutique” property management services company specializing in vacation rentals, VRBO and annual rentals. Discover the low, streamlined service plans.

Liftavator: 4430 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, 888-634-1717, encelevators.com. Service all brands of elevators & lifts with 5-year product warranty & 2-year service warranty. Licensed & insured. 24-hour service available. Building, installing & servicing elevators since 1985.

Movement Mortgage, LLC: 7906 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-646-8283, www.movement. com, offering VA, FHA, USDA and conventional financing. All of their loans are underwritten up front – 65% are cleared to close in 7 business days or less.

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 8am-5pm. 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 910-3265283. 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, 252-3542883, 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.

Windows and More: 1513 Bridges St., Morehead City, www.windows-and-more.com, 252-726-8181. 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 ALB Decorator Fabrics: 110 Little Nine Road, Morehead City, 252-222-0787. The finest in first-quality fabrics for decorating & quilting.

Open Tues.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-4. Come see our selection.

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.

Braswell’s 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, 252247-3355, cell: 252-229-6431, budgetblinds. com. Charlie Utz gives free in-home consultations in Carteret & Craven Counties on cellular shades, plantation shutters, blinds, woven woods, draperies & more.

Coastal Lighting Gallery: 5380 A-B Arendell St., Morehead city, 252-504-4000, coastallightinggallery.com. Coastal North Carolina’s premier lighting showroom featuring a great selection of lighting, ceiling fans and accessories to fit any budget and style. Locally owned and operated.

C&S Paint Center: With three convenient locations to serve you, C&S has been providing residential and commercial paint supplies since 1957. Stop by 105-D Wayne Drive in Morehead City (252-726-6340); 702 Cedar Point Blvd. in Cedar Point (252-393-2323) or 6-E Doris Ave. in Jacksonville (910-4550210), or find them on the web at cspaintcenter.com.

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.

Irene Bailey Fine Art Oil Portraits: 905 Ocean Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-723-3258. International award-winning artist Irene Bailey specializes in corporate and family heirloom portraits. Stop by the gallery, featuring over (Continued on page 68) January 2016

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150 portraits and paintings, or call and make an appointment to commission a portrait of your loved ones to cherish forever.

Island Furniture and Accessories: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252-727-4778. The only furniture store on the island. Specializing in coastal furniture and accessories for indoors and out. Interior design services available.

Open 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday. Visit www.shopislandfurniture.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.

National Marble Products: 120 Leslie Lane, Swansboro, NC 28584, 910-326-3005. Affordable, turnkey kitchen & bathroom remodeling. Take the stress out of updating your home and let the knowledgeable and friendly staff coordinate your kitchen or bathroom remodel. No job too small! Visit our showroom for ideas and fall in love with your home again! Family owned for over than 30 years.

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.

Sound Furniture & Appliances: 600 Cedar Point Blvd, Hwy 24 East, Cedar Point, 252-3938130, shopsoundfurniture.com. Quality at exceptional prices.

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 Carolina Shores Boatlift Repair & Servicing: 252-659-0567, www.carolinashoresmhc.com.

Boatlift repair and service. Free initial inspection, 24 hour emergency service and service contracts available. Servicing all makes and models. Deck cleaning, custom fish cleaning stations, deck benches and more.

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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Fire it Up Grills & Hearths: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-764-0617, featuring the highest quality grilling products in Eastern North Carolina. Let the professionals help you find the grill of your dreams and browse their merchandise to create the backyard oasis you have always wanted.

Quality grills, fire pits, accessories and indoor/outdoor fireplaces. Grill cleaning service available and home delivery of propane tanks and lump charcoal in Carteret and Onslow counties. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10am-5pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Drop by the showroom or visit www.fireitupnc.com.

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.

Outer Banks Marine Construction: 1501 First Ave., Morehead City, 252-240-2525, outerbanksmarineconst.com. Specializing in residential docks, seawalls, boatlifts, floating docks, boat ramps, boatlift service & dock repair, plus some commercial docks & seawalls.

Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care: 902 WB McLean Blvd., Cape Carteret, 252-3939005, yardworkslandscapes.com. Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal Coast. Quality service in landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, outdoor lighting, hardscapes and design.

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

Advantage Coastal Properties, Ed & Mac Nelson: CrystalCoastHomesOnline.com, office: 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, 252-7268800, 800-849-1888, alwilliamsproperties. com. From sound to sea & beyond. We can serve your coastal real estate needs. Open 6 days/week, by appointment on Sunday.

Bluewater Builders: 201 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 888-354-2128, 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, 888-258-2128; Cape Carteret 252-393-2111; Atlantic Beach 252-726-3105, 866-467-3105; Beaufort 866-803-0073; 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, 252-7266600, cannongruber.com/irm. Specializing in exceptional properties on our beautiful coast for sale or rent. Let our experience work for you!

Carolyn Blackman: Broker/realtor with Bluewater Real Estate, Emerald Isle. A Carteret County native ready to assist newcomers and locals alike when buying and selling real estate along the Crystal Coast. Call 252-5154831 or visit www.bluewaternc.com.

CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty: 7603 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. With 30+ years we have served the rental and sales needs of Emerald Isle. National name recognition. Vacation, monthly and annual rentals. Knowledgeable and service award winning sales team 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 800-822-2121, 252-354-2131 or visit www.coastland.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, 252-354-3315, 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.

Jim Bailey: 610 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252-241-1200. Real Estate sales with Bluewater Real Estate, Atlantic Beach. More than 30 years experience in commercial and residential real estate. Earned 2015 Rookie Top Dollar Production award. Put Jim Bailey to work for you. Visit www.bluewaternc.com.

Katrina Marshall, Real Estate Broker: Keller Williams – Ferguson O’Conor Realty, 405 Arendell St., Morehead City, serving Morehead City, Bogue Banks and the surrounding area.

Over 24 years experience working with property owners in Carteret County and the Emerald Isle area. Please call me to work for you, 252-499-0805 (office), 252-241-1081 (mobile) or kmarshall@kw.com. Visit fergusonoconorrealty.com.

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, 800-6117705, landmarkhomesnc.com. Diane & John Ritchie offer fully licensed & insured, commercial & quality home building services as well as renovations to make your wishes come true.

Realty World First Coast Realty: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, with additional offices in Indian Beach and Beaufort, 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, 252-728-6455 or 252247-1000, www.realtyworldfirstcoast.com.

The Star Team: 201 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, 252-727-5656, www.crystalcoasthomesearch.com, your expert on the Crystal Coast and its beautiful, diverse communities. From excellent schools to retirement opportunities, let Louis Weil and his team help you find your perfect home at the beach.

Sun-Surf Realty (Sales & Rentals): 7701 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales 252-354-2958, 800-849-2958, Rentals 252-354-2658, 800553-7873, sunsurfrealty.com. Come for a Week, Stay for a Lifetime. Call to receive a Vacation Guide or email guestservices@sunsurfrealty.com for assistance in planning your island vacation. If you are ready to purchase or sell your beach home, call one of our knowledgeable sales professionals.

Syndie Earnhardt, CRS: 252-354-6111, 888354-2128 x219, cell 252-646-3244, homesinemeraldisle.com. Real estate broker with 16+ years sales experience in vacation homes, investment properties, year-round/permanent homes & vacant land. Specializing in Crystal Coast, Cape Carteret & Swansboro. 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.

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport: 200 Terminal Drive, New Bern. Close, convenient and connected. Now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express and Delta Connection Service provided by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit newbernairport.com for more info.

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%.

Lighthouse Boutique: 105 Front St., Swansboro, 910-326-6482. One-stop store for that special occasion and every day, with sizes ranging from 4 to 2X. Check out the brightest colors for spring and summer as well as handcrafted fashion and sterling silver jewelry. Be

sure to look for the Onex and Alegria shoe selection.

Madras and Khakis at Flipperz Retail: 311 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7775, www.flipperznet.com. From hats to wine accessories, Madras and Khakis carries a full range of items you and your family will enjoy long after your vacation is over. Offering personalized monogramming, Scout bags, Stonewall Kitchen, unique gifts, clothing and accessories, homemade fudge and wine.

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.

Salty Dogs Pet Boutique: 8201 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-3410, www.saltydogspetboutique.com. Food, treats, toys and more for your furry family members.

Sunny’s Mobile Pet Spa: 252-342-5656, www. sunnysmobilepetspa.com. Full service grooming salon on wheels. We come to your home or office, Monday-Friday, for dog and cat grooming. Your pet will enjoy the relaxing spa-like experience!

Top it Off: 8700 Emerald Plantation, Suite 7, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7111. Experience the difference – offering unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, accessories, shoes and much more.

Whimsical and fun gifts for all occasions.

advertiser INDEX AA Express Plumbing ...........................................14 Ace Builders .........................................................25 Advantage Coastal Properties ..............................27 ALB Decorator Fabrics..........................................53 Al Williams Properties ..........................................17 Artistic Tile & Stone...............................................43 Atlantic Beach Realty ............................................21 Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters ............................53 Beaufort Home ......................................................41 Bluewater Builders ................................................22 Bluewater Real Estate, Carolyn Blackmon ............. 9 Bluewater Real Estate, Jim Bailey ........................53 Bluewater Real Estate, Kitch Ayre .......................... 3 Bluewater Real Estate, Syndie Earnhardt .............. 3 Bluewater Real Estate Sales ................. Back Cover Bluewater Vacation Rentals .................................... 3 Braswell Carpet Cleaning .....................................46 Budget Blinds ........................................................56 Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS.............................43 Carolina Shores Boatlift & Repair .........................14 C&S Paint ..............................................................15 Carteret Health Care............................................... 7 CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, Inc....................... 2 Chalk & Gibbs Insurance & Real Estate...............43 Churchwell’s Jewelers...........................................11 Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control, Inc ......................30 Coastal Awnings ..................................................... 9

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport ......................151 Coastal Lighting ....................................................40 Consumer Mobility Solutions ................................51 East Carolina Services .........................................38 Emerald Isle Books ...............................................12 Emerald Isle Homeowner Services ........................ 5 Emerald Isle Insurance .........................................29 Emerald Isle Realty Sales.....................................71 Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals...................36 Fences Unlimited ..................................................16 Fire it Up Grills & Hearths .....................................17 Future Homes .......................................................21 Great Windows......................................................51 Guthrie Interiors ....................................................25 Harber Marine Construction .................................40 Home Repairs by Darryl Marshall.........................15 Island Essentials ...................................................49 Island Furniture .....................................................42 Landmark Homes .................................................46 Landmark Sothebys International.........................11 Liftavator.................................................................. 4 Madras and Khakis at Flipperz Retail ...................12 McQueen’s Interiors ..............................................33 Movement Mortgage .............................................55 National Marble Products .....................................48 NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores .....................35 Nowell & Company ...............................................61

Outer Banks Marine Construction ........................43 Petal Pushers ........................................................12 Pine Knoll Shores Realty ......................................63 Pipeline Plumbing .................................................49 Pruitt Health ..........................................................13 Realty World, Katrina Marshall .............................30 Realty World First Coast ......................................... 5 Rid-A-Pest .............................................................65 Salty Dog’s Pet Boutique ......................................45 Southeastern Elevator ....................................37, 70 Southern Glass & Mirror .......................................41 Spinnaker’s Reach ..........................................10, 62 Sunny’s Mobile Pet Spa ........................................45 Sun-Surf Realty Property Mgmt............................31 Sun-Surf Realty Sales...........................................18 The Star Team.......................................................39 Tab Premium Builders...........................................38 Tideline Lawn Care ...............................................46 Top it Off ................................................................46 Town of Emerald Isle.............................................24 William’s Floor Coverings......................................49 William’s Hardware ...............................................38 Windows & More ...................................................34 Window, Wall & Interior Décor ..............................16 Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care ..........23

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Island 110 Stuart Avenue $349,900

Soundfront 416 Cape Emerald Loop Ct $725,000

Island 130 Doe Drive $289,900

Island 100 Windjammer Cove $429,000

Mainland 109 Forest Line Drive $124,900

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Condominium Grande Villas $645,000 - $1,379,900

Mainland 207 Sea Horse Drive $73,500

Condominium Ocean Club 104-H $275,000

Mainland 204 Kings Parkway $89,500

Condominium Pier Pointe West 1B3 $335,000

Mainland 143 C Street $275,000

Condominium Point Emerald Villas $235,900 - $248,000

Mainland 110 Silver Lake Court $299,000

Condominium Summer Winds 132 $360,000