Island Review - September 2018

Island Vol. 23, No. 9 ▪ Beach Music Festival ▪ Beaufort's Brewin' ▪ Evening at the Cape ▪ Southern Speak ▪ At the Aquarium ▪ Chamber Connection ▪ Property Watch ▪ Onlooker ▪ Bulletin Board ▪ Emerald Tidings ▪ Book Bag ▪ Events Calendar ▪ Mayors’ Notes

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Departments

County Perspective ..............................................................................................................................................14 Chamber Connection............................................................................................................................................16 Tide Tables ...........................................................................................................................................................17 Coastal Currents Events Calendar .......................................................................................................................20 Downtown Morehead............................................................................................................................................28 Book Bag ..............................................................................................................................................................29 Bulletin Board .......................................................................................................................................................32 Staying Busy – Emerald Isle.................................................................................................................................32 At the Aquarium ....................................................................................................................................................34 The Onlooker ........................................................................................................................................................46 Garden Gate .........................................................................................................................................................47 Focus on Fitness ..................................................................................................................................................48 Health & Wellness ................................................................................................................................................49 Rental Signs .........................................................................................................................................................62 Staying Busy – Swansboro...................................................................................................................................64 Turtle Tracks .........................................................................................................................................................66 Tourism Barometer ...............................................................................................................................................68 Property Watch .....................................................................................................................................................74 Crossword Puzzle.................................................................................................................................................80 Horoscopes ..........................................................................................................................................................82 Best Buys .............................................................................................................................................................83 Money Matters ......................................................................................................................................................85 Advertiser Index....................................................................................................................................................85

Townships

ATLANTIC BEACH Mayor’s Notes .............................................................................................................................................42 EMERALD ISLE Mayor’s Notes .............................................................................................................................................22 Emerald Tidings ...........................................................................................................................................24 PINE KNOLL SHORES Club News ...................................................................................................................................................70

Thanks to our Contributors: Eddie Barber, Danielle Bolton, Trace Cooper, Sarah Cutillo, Shannon Kemp, Ken Jones, Tom Kies, Pam Minnick, NC Coastal Federation, Stewart Pickett, Michelle Powers, Rudi Rudolph, Frank Rush, Mike Wagoner & Julia Batten Wax

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Coasting .................................................................................................................................................................8 Shagging on the Shore .........................................................................................................................................12 Beaufort’s Brewin’.................................................................................................................................................30 Southern Speech is Distinctively Unique ..............................................................................................................36 Ready for Some Football ......................................................................................................................................38 Setting a Holiday Budget ......................................................................................................................................39 SPECIAL – Fall Fashion .......................................................................................................................................50 Life in the South – Deviled Eggers .......................................................................................................................60 Remembering Constitution Week .........................................................................................................................69

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Fall Birding Trips As migratory birds start to arrive on the Crystal Coast, the NC Coastal Federation is starting up its fall birding cruises next month.

JoAnne Powell, a local birding expert, leads cruises through the estuaries around the White Oak River.

Fall is a good time to see a mix of both resident and migratory birds, and the birding cruises offer a chance for up-close views and photographs.

Cruises are $20-$25 and participants meet at the Hammocks Beach State Park Visitor Center in Swansboro at 10am. Fall cruise dates are Sunday, Sept. 16, Oct. 21 and Nov. 18. More details are available at nccoast.org/events.

Lanterns on the Lawn Bring the family and your camping gear for a night under the stars at Lanterns on the Lawn: A Family Campout on the Tryon Palace South Lawn on Saturday Sept. 15 to benefit the Tryon Palace Foundation. Tickets are $50-$60 for up to four guests.

Campers can reserve 15-foot square plots on the South Lawn for a campsite and set up for the evening. Setup begins 4:30–6:30 p.m. Saturday. The Tryon Palace Gardens and Garden Shop will remain open until dusk to allow campers to walk through the gardens, and purchase items from store.

Saturday evening activities will continue with crafts, lawn games, a dinner buffet of hamburgers and hot dogs, making s’mores, a campfire sing-a-long, and a 15-minute moonlit walk through the Wilderness Garden.

Wake up on Sunday to a breakfast of coffee, juice, doughnuts, and fruit, followed by a sunrise garden walk and family yoga session. Event costs depend on the size of parties. For more information, contact Tryon Palace at 1-800-767-1560.

BHA Volunteer Picnic Set The Beaufort Historic Site will hold its Semi-annual Membership Meeting & Picnic at 5:30pm on Tuesday, Sept. 18 on the grounds of the Beaufort Historic Site at 130 Turner St. The picnic and brief meeting will acknowledge and thank the members and volunteers that dedicate countless hours to the BHA. The official “thank you” picnic kicks off with a brief meeting that will include the election of new members to the board of governors.

The picnic is open to current Beaufort Historical Association volunteers, potential volunteers, BHA members and anyone who wants to learn more about the organization. RSVPs are requested to provide an accurate count for the picnic.

To RSVP, or for more information, contact the Beaufort Historical Association at 252-728-5225, visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org or stop by the Beaufort Historic Site Visitor’s Center at 130 Turner Street.

Cape Lookout at Night Grab your flashlight and experience Cape Lookout National Seashore and the lighthouse under the stars. Hear stories of the light keepers, watch the sun set and moon and stars come out on the unlit beaches, opening up a whole new side to your favorite beach.

Evening tours are planned for Sept. 14-15 and Oct. 19-20. The cost is $28 per person and includes ferry transportation. Groups meet on Harkers Island for a 7:15pm departure and return about 10pm. Guests are asked to arrive in advance of the program to check in with the ranger.

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Keep in mind, it is a strenuous 12-story climb to the top of the lighthouse, 207 steps in all. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. They must be at least 44 inches tall and able to climb the stairs of the lighthouse by themselves.

Appropriate footwear is required for all. Reserve online at www. recreation.gov.

Choral Society Begins Rehearsals The Crystal Coast Choral Society (CCCS) will resume weekly rehearsals on Tuesday, Sept. 4 in the fellowship hall of Swansboro United Methodist Church from 7-9pm as it prepares for its early December holiday programs in Carteret and Onslow counties.

New members are welcome. Learn more by contacting director Finley Woolston at 910-358-2997 or finley@ec.rr.com. Information can also be found on Facebook or the CCCS website, www. crystalcoastchoralsociety.org. Singers may join the CCCS during the first few weeks of rehearsal at the discretion of the director.

The CCCS is a non-audition community choir that strives to perform quality choral music for the benefit of surrounding communities. Concerts often include professional musicians from Eastern North Carolina.

Show Inspired by Horses A fall show at the Carolina Artist Gallery in Morehead City takes its inspiration from the beloved Shackleford Horses which roam wild on the island. An opening reception is planned for 5-7pm on Saturday, Sept. 15. Awards will be presented at 6pm.

For those interested in submitting work – it’s not too late.

Submissions will be accepted through Saturday, Sept. 8. All media welcome. Cash awards in three categories.

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Dig out those shagging shoes! Emerald Isle is buzzing with excitement this summer as word spreads about the Emerald Isle’s Beach Music Festival’s return. Planned for Saturday, Sept. 29, the town has a day full of music on tap, including the Tams, The Embers, Fantastic Shakers, Chairmen of the Board, The Band of Oz and more. The event runs from 11am to about 7pm at the Western Ocean Regional Access.

“The town is pleased to present the third annual ‘reboot’ of the Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival this year on Sept. 29,” said Town Manager Frank Rush. “The past two years’ events have exceeded our expectations, with a great crowd, great performers and great weather each time. We’re looking forward to another great event this year!”

The music festival was incredibly successful in the 1980s and 1990s and helped to put Emerald Isle on the map. Started in 1979 by former mayor Ronnie Watson, the festival was often dubbed the largest beach music festival in the country. According to news

accounts, attendance could reach up to 15,000 people each year, especially if the weather was ideal. The music came to a halt in 1999.

The notion of bringing the festival back for an encore came from public feedback, said Rush. During an economic development survey it was suggested that the town pursue a major fall event and that it host more events on the beach strand. Those sentiments were echoed during the 2015 town elections.

Not only do additional events raise awareness about the town, having them in spring and fall help expand on the traditional summer season and offer great benefits for local businesses.

The response, Rush said, from the town’s board of commissioners, business community, residents and visitors has been overwhelmingly positive.

Everyone is invited to attend. Parking will be available along Highway 58. As always, the Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival is free to attend.

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It’s not unusual anymore to get phone calls from numbers that you don’t recognize. I simply don’t answer them. If it’s something important, the caller will leave me a message. Scammers and robocalls rarely leave a message. But twice over the last two days, a robocall has left messages on my voicemail saying there are four serious allegations pressed against my name and I must call (number given) or else I will be taken into custody.

Really?

Scam. What other scams are out there?

Warrant scams. Whether it’s the FBI, sheriff, or local police department, warrant scams are designed to make victims panic and then give up their personal information over the phone. The scammer will often state that you’ve missed jury duty or perhaps defrauded a bank and attempt to get payment information. However, law enforcement demanding money is just something that does not happen legally over the phone.

Can you hear me? This scam has been very successful for bad guys simply because of how innocuous it seems. The idea is to ask the victim a simple question so that they respond with, “Yes.” The scammer then records the response and uses it to authorize changes on credit cards, bills, and more. This is because many companies today use voice-automated systems for customer service, which scammers then “hack” with the voice recording. Scammers can also ask to press a button on the phone, which is how they find out if the number is active. The smart thing to do when receiving an unknown phone call is to not respond and not press any buttons on the dial pad.

Free vacations and prizes. Everyone likes free stuff, but sometimes things sound just too good to be true. This scam usually starts off by notifying you that you’ve won a vacation to some exotic locale or popular travel destination, like Walt Disney World. Or, the caller will offer a reward card or some sort of prize, sometimes notifying you that you’ve won a lottery. The key here is that the scammer will ask you to pay a small fee in order to claim the prize, for which you’ll have to share your credit card number. Don’t do it!

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IRS scams. This is a very popular scam, and its success is probably due to the fact that most people are pretty nervous about dealing with the IRS. Oftentimes, robocallers call tens of thousands of potential victims, and sometimes the callers will even have the last four digits of your social security number already on hand. While the IRS may potentially call you one day, they would not request direct payment over the phone. If’ you’re not sure about an IRS call, try dialing the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 1-800-366-4484.

Medical Scams. If you’ve ever dealt with health care, you probably know how difficult it is to dispute a hospital bill. Perhaps that’s why people fall for phone scams that are medical-related.

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Lottery Scam. As with most things in life, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Getting a call out of the blue that you’ve just won the lottery is a pretty big stretch. Add in that it’s a Jamaican, Australian, or some other lottery, and things begin to sound a lot less plausible. And when someone asks for you credit card information over the phone, that’s as good a sign as any that the whole thing is a sham. After all, how many lotteries have you heard of that give out winnings to people who haven’t bought a ticket?

Tech support scams. The Chamber of Commerce received one of these just the other day. They’re at an all-time high these days due to the media hype around hackers and cyber security. The hype is justified as the households and businesses become “smart” 14

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and connected, while the hackers exploit the vulnerabilities in those smart gadgets. The hype urges some to improve their tech literacy, but it also builds up a sense of anxiety and fear in others who aren’t so tech-savvy.

So, the scammer’s goal is to take advantage of that hype, your fears, and gaps in your tech literacy to trick you into: ▪ Sharing your personal information over the phone ▪ Downloading malware that will harvest that information from your PC ▪ Buying software you don’t need (and is potentially harmful).

▪ Signing up to some phony maintenance or warranty program Protecting Yourself: Usually, the most important thing is that you don’t give away financial and sensitive personal information (address, date of birth, bank information, ID numbers) out over the phone.

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Awards & Champions The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce was honored with a Pelican Award from the NC Coastal Federation in July during the Federation’s annual banquet at the Carteret County Civic Center.

The recognition honors the chamber’s Leadership Carteret program, which introduces class members to the myriad attributes of the Crystal Coast, from its fishing industry to its variety of museums, aquariums and historic sites. The area information is matched with team building skills and leadership exercises .

Chamber President Tom Kies noted that he is deeply honored to be chosen for a Pelican Award. “We’re very proud of our Leadership Carteret program,” Mr. Kies said. “The chamber understands how important the health of the coast and the water is to our economy.”

“These Pelican Award recipients are very dedicated folks,” said the federation’s board of directors president Joe Ramus in a Coastal Review Online article. “They protect the coast by participating in conservation,

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restoration and education programs. They give freely of their time, their talent and their treasure … for coastal sustainability. It’s their ethic, and that’s why we honor them.”

While the Federation has handed out its awards, the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce has its own talent search underway for the 2018 Customer Service Champions in local communities.

“Each year, we present a handful of ‘Outrageous Customer Service’ Awards to individuals across the county,’” said Millie Chalk, chair of the chamber’s board of directors.

The nomination process is simple. Just send in a detailed note about someone you work with or someone who has served you well. Direct your correspondence to Tom Kies, tom@nccoastchamber.com. The deadline is Aug. 31. The awards ceremony will be in October.

The awards program is also co-sponsored by Emerald Isle Beach & Pool Club. Reception sponsorship opportunities are available.

The 2017 Outrageous Customer Service Award winners were: Sonny Cunningham, Town of Pine Knoll Shores; Michelle Everington, Carteret Community College; Rick Hill, Carteret Community College; Dr. Sarah Randles, Graham & Randles Chiropractic; Michael Barkas, MJB Computers; Greg Patterson, Atlantic Wealth Management, LLC; and James Allen Canady, Atlantic Wealth Management.

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1, 8, 15, 22, 29: 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, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Sat. 1: Concert in the Park. 7-8:30pm. Join the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. for a free summer concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. The series closes this month with a performance

by Carolina Beach Club. Details: 252-7265083.

Cannon Day. Visit Fort Macon State Park and learn how the old Civil War cannons function. Firing demonstrations held at 10:30 and 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm. Free. Details: 252-726-3775.

2, 12, 19, 26: Civil War Musket Firing Demonstration. 10am. Learn about a Civil War era musket’s history, loading procedures and firing at Fort Macon. Meet in the Fort. Details: 252-726-3775.

Sun. 2: SwanFest. 6:30-8pm. Enjoy live music at Olde Town Square in downtown Swansboro. Bring chairs, blankets, even dinner if you’d like. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Free. This month the season wraps up with the Pizazz Band (2nd).

Mon. 3: Flags of Fort Macon. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-7263775.

4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28: Behind the Scenes - Shark Snack. 2:30-3:30. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while aquarists feed the sharks. Age 5 and up, $20. Details: 252247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

4, 11, 18, 25: Stand Up Paddle Boarding. 9-11am.

Explore Bogue Sound on a stand up paddle board with an instructor from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and learn more about the plants and animals that call the Roosevelt Natural Area home. Age 8 and up, $50. Details: 252-247-4003 or www. ncaquariums.com.

4 & 25: Behind the Scenes – Costume Shop.

2pm. Visit the Tryon Palace Costume Shop for a discussion on historical clothing, research and sewing techniques used in the past. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for students. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

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Wed. 5: Explore the Rachel Carson Reserve.

9-11:30am. Get up close and personal with some of the plants and animals of the Rachel Carson Reserve. This NC Maritime Museum program includes a guided hike through the different habitats of Town Marsh and Bird Shoal. Age 13 and up, $20. Details: 252-504-7740 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

6, 13, 20, 27: Natural Side of Fort Macon Hike.

10am. Meet in the Visitor Center for a leisurely hike exploring the natural side of Fort Macon. Hike will cover both trail and beach. Details: 252-726-3775.

Roosevelt Natural Area Paddle Trip. 9-11am.

Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment through this NC Aquarium program. Site provides canoes or kayaks.

Age 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: Surf Fising. 8-11am. Learn to catch the big ones from the surf hands on with an expert from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Age 10 and up, $25.

Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Fri. 7: Sounds of the Singing Bowls. 6:30pm.

Bright Walker shares the sounds of healing sound therapy at St. Francis by the Sea Episcopal Church, Salter Path. The program is free, although donations are accepted. The concert will be followed by a reception in the church art gallery featuring Walker’s photography. Details: 252-2402388.

Sat. 8: Exploring the Heavens. 2pm. Join staff from Fort Macon State Park in the visitor’s center with special guest NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Lisa Pelletier-Harmon to learn about the first non-terrestrial telescope – Hubble. Learn how it changed our understanding of the universe and about the next step in observation. Free.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Newport Community Festival. 10am-2pm.

Join neighbors and friends at Newport Community Park for live entertainment, a mini food truck rodeo, demonstrations, arts and crafts and more. Free.

Newport Community 5K and Kids Fun Run. 8am. Meet up at the water tower on Verdun Street in Newport for this morning run. All ages welcome. Cost is $30 for adults, $20 for teens and $5 for kids under 11. Prices awarded. Sign up at runsignup.com/race/ NC/Newport/NewportCommunity5kFunRun Blackbeard 300. 2pm. Curator of Education John Hairr leads this discussion at the NC Maritime Museum,

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Beaufort, exploring the Cape Fear River and its connection to piracy.

Free. Details: 252-504-7740 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

10, 17, 24: 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: 252354-6350.

10 & 24: Bird Hike. 9am. Meet at the visitor’s center at Fort Macon State Park for a leisurely stroll to identify birds native to the area. Free. Details: 252-726-3775.

Tue. 11: Kayak the Salt Marsh. 9am-Noon.

Learn about local history and the importance of sale marshes while enjoying a relaxing paddle with the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Instruction and safety lessons provided. Participants must know how to swim and some kayak experience is recommended. Advance reservations required. Cost is $30 per person, $20 with own kayak. Details: 252-504-7740 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

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

14-15: Evening at the Cape. Experience Cape Lookout and the lighthouse as the light keepers once did – in the dark of the night. Watch the sun set and moon rise and climb to the top of the lighthouse for a breathtaking view of the coastline. Cost is $28, which includes ferry transportation.

Reservations required. Details: go.nps.gov/ eveningatcape.

14-16 & 21-13: “Gypsy.” Carteret Community Theatre brings this tale of the entertainer Gypsy Rose Lee and her overbearing stage mother. Tickets are $18-$24. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30pm and Sunday matinees begin at 2pm. Details: www.carteretcommunitytheatre.com.

Fri. 14: 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. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Details: 252-3546350.

15-29: Annual Flounder Surf Fishing Tournament.

Free registration. All flounder must be caught on foot (surf, pier, inlet or sound) from Fort Macon to Emerald Isle. Sponsored by the Emerald Isle Park and Recreation Dept. and The Reel Outdoors.

Details: 252-354-6350.

Sat. 15: Emerald Isle’s Annual Day4Kids. 10am-2pm. Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Dept. bring adults and children of all ages together for activities, games, face painting, vendors and fun.

Free. Details: 252-354-6350.

Outlander at Tryon Palace.

9:15am. Fans of the Outlander series can now follow Claire and Jamie’s footsteps in North Carolina s they visit Tryon Palace.

Tickets are $15. Details: www. tryonpalace.org.

Lanterns on the Lawn Family Campout at Tryon Palace. Take the family and your camping gear for a night under the stars at Tryon Palace. Campers reserve a 15foot square plot for the night. Cost is $60 for a family of four. Evening activities and a dinner buffet included as well as a light breakfast. Details: www.tryonpalace. org.

Sun. 16: White Oak Birding Cruise. 10am-Noon.

Join birding expert Joanne Powell for a birding cruise on and around the White Oak River and Bogue Sound including Huggins and Bear islands, for migratory birds. The group will slowly cruise on a covered ferry boat through the estuaries. Cost is $25.

Sponsored by the NC Coastal Federation.

Details: 252-393-8185 or www.nccoast.org.

African American Heritage Tour. 2pm. New Bern served as a haven for many African American during the early stages of the Civil War and many of the city’s houses and public buildings were built by African American craftsmen. This walking tour offered at Tryon Palace takes visitors by some of these significant historic spots.

Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children.

Details: 252-639-3500, www.tryonpalace. org.

Tue. 18: Behind the Scenes – Gardens. 2pm.

Meet at the Waystation at Tryon Palace for a behind-the-scenes tour of the palace gardens. Cost is $6 for adults. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Wed. 19: Shackleford Banks Hike. 8:30amNoon. Get up close and personal with some of the plants and animals of the Rachel Carson Reserve. This NC Maritime Museum

program includes a guided hike along an undeveloped barrier island. Age 12 and up, $20. Details: 252-504-7740 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

Coastal Antiques & Collectibles Club. The Antiques Club will meet at Clawson’s 1905 in Beaufort for a program by Amry Cox on Rose Medallion China. The program begins at 11:30am followed by a Dutch treat lunch.

Visitors are always welcome.

Thur. 20: League of Women Voters. 11:45am.

The group meets for lunch at No Name Pizza in Morehead City. Dr. Jennifer Bremer will discuss “Reasonable Redistricting Reform.” Guests are always welcome.

RSVP to carolgeer@gmail.com.

Emerald Isle Supper Club. 6:30pm. The Supper Club meets in the commissioners meeting room and is open to all area residents. Enjoy fellowship and a feast with friends and neighbors. Details: jbsatty46@ gmail.com.

Sat. 22: Horse Sense & Survival. 8am. Join Dr. Sue Stuska for a half-day walking trip to find horses and watch their behavior. Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes that can get wet and muddy are a must. Participants who arrive on their own boats pay no fee. Details: 252-728-2250.

Golden Oldies Dinner & Dance. 6pm. The Friends of Aging invite guests to relive the 40s and celebrate the men and women of the armed services with this dinner anddance. Tickets are $20. Details: 252-

670-7530.

22-23: Living History Weekend. 10am-4pm.

Tasks will be performed throughout the day by the 1st NC Volunteers at Fort Macon State Park. Flag talks, uniform talks, women’s dress talks and musket firing drills are a few of the programs being performed.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Revolutionary War Weekend. The grounds at Tryon Palace step back to the Revolutionary days through an encampment, demonstrations and drills.

Runs from 9am-5pm on Saturday and noon to 5pm on Sunday. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for youth.

29-30: Introduction to Wooden Boat Building.

9am-4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. Begin with the design and lofting of boats and move on to the setup, steam bending and different methods of creating the back bone of small boats. Course fee is $135. Details: www.the watercraftcenter.com, 252-504-7740.

Sat. 29: Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival.

11am-5:30pm. After a reawakening last year, the annual music festival has found a permanent spot on the calendar.

Celebrating traditional beach music, this day-long festival is held at the Western Ocean Regional Access point and is free to attend. Food vendors on site. No beer or alcohol allowed. Details: 252-354-6350.

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September on the Island September is a wonderful month on the island. In fact it may be my favorite month. The weather is usually great and the water is still warm. I hope you enjoyed summer and now we are getting ready for a busy month in Emerald Isle. Let me share a few events that are happening in September.

The town is excited to continue the iconic Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival. The festival will be held on Saturday, Sept.

29 beginning at 10:30am at the Western Regional Beach Access.

I would like to extend an invitation to everyone to attend this free event. There will be great music, food trucks and beach music T-shirts will be on sale. No tents or umbrellas will be permitted within 100 feet of the stage. Parking allowed along the grassy NC 58 right away. Only handicapped parking will be available at the Western Ocean Regional Access.

Our great entertainment line-up: Sammy O’Banion – MC; The Band of Oz; Fantastic Shakers; Chairmen of the Board; The Embers; and The Tams. See you at the festival on Sept. 29.

Emerald Isle’s 13th annual Day4Kids will be held on Saturday, Sept. 15 from 10am-2pm at the Emerald Isle Community Center.

This event brings adults and children of all ages together for a fun filled day of games, face painting, vendors, activities and much, much more. Celebrate our children by spending meaningful time with them. This is always a fun day at Emerald Isle. The event will take place rain or shine.

Also on Sept. 15, the American Heart Association will sponsor a

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Heartsaver CPR class. The class will be held at the Emerald isle EMS from 9am-1pm. The cost for the class is $20 and pre-registration is mandatory by calling 252-354-2249. The maximum is 8 students per class. The book will be available on the day of the class.

Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation and the Reel Outdoors are sponsoring the 2018 Flounder Fishing Tournament to kick-off the surf-fishing and beach driving season that starts on Sept. 15. The tournament will run from 8am Saturday, Sept. 15 to 5pm on Sept.

29. Registration is free and the Reel Outdoors will be providing prizes for the top anglers and serving as the official weigh in station.

All flounder must be caught by fishing on foot (surf, pier, inlet or sound). Registration forms and rules may be downloaded at www. emeraldisle-nc.org/fishing-events.

The Town of Emerald Isle will sponsor two Flood Risk Evaluation Outreach sessions. The meetings will be held at the town board meeting room. The free sessions are set for Friday, Sept. 21 from 2-4pm and Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10am-12 noon. Register by phone at 866-599-7065 or online at emeraldisleoutreach.eventbrite. com.

In closing, I would like to thank our entire town staff for all of their hard work during the busy summer season. We have such a wonderful and dedicated staff. They work so hard for our town.

Thanks for a job well done.

I hope you enjoy the month of September. It promises to be a great month. See you around our town. Enjoy the beach,

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~Emerald Tidings~ Town Water Rescue Personnel Working Hard

The Emerald Isle Fire Department oversees the town’s beach lifeguard program, and all fire and lifeguard personnel receive extensive water rescue training and respond to numerous calls each summer. The period from July 22-Aug. 1 included dangerous ocean conditions, and was particularly busy for water rescues. Town staff rescued a total of 84 individuals during this time period, and participated in numerous educational interactions with beach visitors.

The town is proud of our water rescue team, and greatly appreciates their heroic efforts!

NC Commissioner of Insurance Settles Dwelling Insurance Rate Increase

NC Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey recently announced that his office agreed to a 10.5% rate increase for dwelling insurance policies that cover wind damages to second homes and vacation rental units in Emerald Isle and other barrier island communities in North Carolina. The approved rate increase is significantly less than the 39.6% rate increase originally requested by the NC Rate Bureau (the entity representing NC insurance companies).

The dwelling rate settlement follows a previous settlement regarding homeowners insurance rates earlier this year. For homeowners insurance, the NC Rate Bureau had requested increases ranging from 25%-40% for Emerald Isle and other barrier island communities, and Commissioner Causey ultimately settled that issue with 5.5%-12% increases.

The town is pleased that the approved rate increases are much lower than originally requested by the NC Rate Bureau, and appreciates Commissioner Causey’s efforts. However, the town continues to assert that homeowners and dwelling insurance rates are excessive in Emerald Isle and other barrier island communities (as much as 4-5 times higher than many other communities in North Carolina), and has repeatedly requested that Commissioner Causey work with the NC General Assembly to implement a fairer rate structure. The town will continue to work toward this goal in the future.

Emerald Isle Continues to Enjoy Low Property Tax Rate

Emerald Isle is fortunate to enjoy a low property tax rate, and all of us at the town work hard to provide the highest quality services at the lowest possible cost to our taxpayers. For FY 18-19, Emerald Isle again boasts the 2nd lowest General Fund property tax rate among the 21 oceanfront towns in North Carolina.

General Fund Tax Rate Comparison – NC Oceanfront Towns FY 2018-19 Rank Municipality Gen. Fund Tax Rate 1 Wrightsville Beach 0.1275 2 Emerald Isle 0.1400 3 Sunset Beach 0.1500 4 Holden Beach 0.1530 5 Ocean Isle Beach 0.1570 6 Atlantic Beach 0.1650 7 Topsail Beach 0.1925 8 Pine Knoll Shores 0.1970 9 Carolina Beach 0.2200 10 Southern Shores 0.2200 11 North Topsail Beach 0.2250 12 Indian Beach 0.2250

Duck 0.2100 14 Caswell Beach 0.2400 15 Nags Head 0.2800 16 Oak Island 0.2900 17 Kure Beach 0.3300 18 Kitty Hawk 0.3400 Note: Does 19 Kill Devil Hills 0.3809 not include taxes 20 Surf City 0.3850 levied for beach 21 Kitty Hawk 0.3000 nourishment.

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Town Hall, 7500 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle, NC 28594 252-354-3424 • Fax 252-354-5068 Official Website: www.emeraldisle-nc.org Published Monthly by the town of Emerald Isle for its Residents, Property Owners & Visitors Composed by Frank Rush, Town Manager

Beach Driving Time

The 2018-2019 beach driving season begins on Saturday, Sept.

15, and will continue through April 30. Beach driving permit information is now available online at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/beachdriving and permits are available for sale.

Beach Music Festival Saturday, September 29

The town is excited for the third installment of the new Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival on Sept. 29, and has booked another great lineup for this year’s event on the beach strand at the Western Ocean Regional Access. Performers include Sammy O’Banion, the Band of Oz, Fantastic Shakers, Chairmen of the Board, the Embers and the Tams. Come on out and enjoy a beautiful weekend in Emerald Isle!

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2018 Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival. Please contact Alesia Sanderson, Parks and Recreation Director, at asanderson@emeraldisle-nc.org or 252-354-6350 if your business is interested in sponsoring.

CCEC Offers New Power Outage Monitoring Map

Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative (CCEC) recently unveiled a new online map to

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enable customers in Emerald Isle and the rest of its service area to monitor the status of power outages. The new tool is available at outage.carteretcraven.coop. It uses data from CCEC’s automated metering infrastructure (AMI) meters, substation monitoring system, and consumer calls and reports to show the location of outages.

The map is a valuable tool for CCEC and its customers, media organizations, local governments, schools and emergency management and law enforcement agencies, and is designed to reduce calls to CCEC’s call center during outage events. The map updates every five minutes, and includes number of outages, number of customers affected, cause of outage (when known), and estimated restoration time. The new map will be particularly useful during widespread outages, like those experienced during hurricanes and other severe weather events. (Please note that weekend updates will not be available until Sept. 1).

Property Tax Bills To Be Mailed in Mid-August

Town staff is currently preparing 2018 property tax bills, and they will be mailed out by mid-August. Under NC law, tax bills are due Sept. 1, however, penalties and interest will not accrue until Jan. 7, 2019. For more information, please visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org/taxinformation and/or contact Gayle Parker, Tax Collector, at 252-3543424 or gparker@emeraldisle-nc.org .

Street Lights Being Replaced With LED Lights

Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative (CCEC) provides street lights for all streets in Emerald Isle, and these costs are funded as part of the town’s annual budget. Street lights in Emerald Isle have historically been a mix of high pressure sodium (yellow light color) and metal halide (white color) lights, and CCEC has been gradually replacing blown out lights and installing new lights with LED lights. The new LED lights have a white color, are brighter, and more energy-efficient. CCEC expects to gradually replace all high pressure sodium and metal halide lights in Emerald Isle over the next several years.

New Flood Maps Expected To Be Effective in 2019

Town staff continues to monitor the status of proposed flood map changes for Emerald Isle, and now expect the new flood maps to become effective by mid or late 2019. The new maps are mostly very favorable for Emerald Isle property owners, and will likely result in significant flood insurance premium savings and decreased regulatory burdens for many property owners. For more information, and/or to learn about the proposed changes for your property, please contact Josh Edmondson, Town Planner, at 252-354-3338 or jedmondson@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Town Requests Installation of Traffic Camera by NCDOT

a new dog park, and the board of commissioners has approved this plan. The Dog Park Development Committee will soon begin significant fundraising efforts, and individuals interested in donating toward the construction of a new dog park can do so at www. emeraldisle-nc.org/dog-park-development-donations. All donations are tax-deductible.

Work Continues on Beach Nourishment Project

The town, Carteret County, and our consultants continue to work toward the construction of a significant beach nourishment project this coming winter, and expect to solicit construction bids in September and October. Assuming favorable construction bids, we expect to place up to 500,000 cubic yards of sand along approximately 3 miles of beach in eastern Emerald Isle in early 2019.

Additional sand will be placed generally between the Indian Beach town limits and the Eastern Ocean Regional Access.

New Pickleball Courts Planned

The town continues to receive feedback from residents and visitors requesting pickleball courts in Emerald Isle, and the FY 1819 budget includes funding for the construction of at least one, and perhaps two pickleball courts at the Town Government Complex this coming winter. Pickleball is a relatively new, fast-growing sport that is sometimes described as a hybrid of tennis, badminton, and pingpong, played on a smaller court than tennis, with smaller rackets, and a plastic ball.

Sponsor a Beach Swing!

The gown has installed new beach swings at the Western Ocean Regional Access and The Point, and these new features are heavily used by many to relax, swing gently, and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the ocean in Emerald Isle! The town hopes to add new beach swings at many more public access locations in the future, with several new beach swings already sponsored and planned for installation this fall and winter. If you’d like to sponsor a beach swing to honor or memorialize a loved one or friend, please contact Alesia Sanderson, Parks and Recreation Director, at 252-354-6350 or asanderson@emeraldisle-nc.org. The cost is $1,000 per swing.

Check Out "Emerald Isle" Song by Dakota Blue

Dakota Blue, an eastern NC country/rock band, recently performed on the beach strand, courtesy of the Emerald Isle Beach Patrol, (a local social service group; not affiliated with the town). This fundraiser performance raised more than $5,200 for the purchase of automatic external defibrillators for the Emerald Isle Police Department. Thank you! Check out Dakota Blue’s song “Emerald Isle” at www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4wrnJQM2U0.

Emerald Isle Day4Kids - Saturday, September 15

The town continues to consider and pursue additional incremental improvements to enhance traffic flow on NC 58 in Emerald Isle, and has submitted a request to NCDOT for the installation of one or more traffic cameras along NC 58. The new traffic camera(s) would be similar to other cameras in place in North Carolina as part of the Travel Information Management System (TIMS), (tims.ncdot.gov/ TIMS/RegionSummary.aspx?co=92), and would enable residents and visitors to view traffic conditions via the internet. This information would enable better trip planning and hopefully help to reduce congestion during peak periods.

Please plan to join us for the 13th annual Day4Kids on Saturday, September 15 from 10am-2pm. This great annual event will be held at the Emerald Isle Community Center, and includes a fun-filled day of vendors, activities, games, face painting and more! The entire event is aimed at promoting quality time for parents and kids, and is offered FREE! For more information, please contact Sarah Cutillo, Recreation Program Supervisor, at 252-354-6350 or scutillo@ emeraldisle-nc.org.

Board of Commissioners Approves New Dog Park

The town has completed 5 significant beach nourishment projects in different areas of Emerald Isle since 2003, with a total of approximately 4 million cubic yards of sand placed!

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In 2018, Downtown Morehead City, Inc. (DMC) – an NC Main Street organization – implemented several initiatives to improve the drive for the 21,000 cars that navigate down Arendell Street each day.

Working with our downtown business partners, we’ve realized that collaboration is the key to success when showcasing our beautiful downtown. Here are a few of the highlights from this year: Just this summer, DMC added a pop of color to downtown, wrapping five signal boxes on Arendell Street in art created by downtown Morehead City-based artists. In front of the historic train depot, you will find a train with a dog conductor. In other locations you can find a sea captain, mermaid, octopus, sea turtle and marlin.

Each signal box is beautifully created and adds vibrancy to what was once grey metal. Thanks got to DMC’s Design Committee and sponsors: the Arts Council of Carteret County, NCDOT and Wells Fargo.

In the past year, five businesses located on Arendell Street have taken advantage of DMC’s façade improvement grant. Grant dollars assist businesses financially as they improve their building exteriors and sidewalk space, adding new paint, window decorations, foliage and benches. Next time you drive down Arendell Street, notice the improved façade on Inkspiration, Knit Knook, Wellness Essentials, Crystal Coast Brewing Company and Tranquility.

In July, DMC hosted the Fish Walk Celebration in downtown, an event that celebrated the refurbished statues of local artists Willie Baucom Lambert and Keith Lambert. The 14, three-dimensional statues depict sea life found in the state’s coastal waters. DMC, Inc. also updated its Fish Walk brochures, which guide you along the walking tour and

identify each fish depicted on the statues. Brochures are available at the Crystal Coast welcome centers and at several downtown businesses.

It is an exciting time downtown!

Storefront space is filling up and businesses and residents are working together to continue making downtown Morehead City a great place to live, work and play on the Crystal Coast.

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I’ve never reviewed a cookbook before, but this is much more than a cookbook. It is a rich compilation of Southern stories written with warmth and humor with some recipes included. Rick Bragg is a master storyteller who employs metaphor and descriptive language to mold wonderful tales of family and friends.

The primary focus of the book is Bragg’s mother, Margaret, the master cook and wise parent who holds a family together. He writes, “She passed 80 in April 2017 with a baseball bat beside her head for assassins.” Margaret Bragg told her son that good food always has a story. He watched her cook and listened as she recounted the lore of a family with many fascinating characters.

The book does have recipes, 74 hunger-inducing ones for Southern dishes. There are recipes for cream sausage gravy, sweet potato pie, crackling cornbread, and barbecued rag bologna sandwiches. Bragg says of his mother, “Since she was 11 years old, even if all she had to work with was neck bones, peppergrass, or poke salad she put food on the table. She used no timer, cookbook, no measuring spoons.”

Bragg recounts his family’s poverty. He tells of commodity days when the poor could receive free peanut butter, pork chunks, and five-pounds of block cheese. He says, “I came into the world as a five-pound block of government cheese.” I suppose he meant he was a gift to his impoverished mother. He writes of meals which included squirrel brains and scrambled eggs. He captures the pathos and the joys of growing up with limited means but a loving mother.

Readers will find Bragg’s folksy honesty to be as refreshing as his descriptive majesty. He writes, “My people would not, despite what some of my kinfolks have claimed, step over a dead body to get to the supper table. They would, however, drag one out of the middle of the road … if grandpa was frying chicken.” He tells that his family moved often in the middle of the night to escape bill collectors, one night with a 400- pound hog which was accidentally killed and barbecued in the dark.

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BEAUFORT'S BREWIN' Prepare to raise a glass Sept. 28-29 to mark Beaufort Wine and Food’s third annual craft beer festival, Beaufort’s Brewin. The two-day festival will feature a variety of events held in Beaufort and will range in size from beer dinners, luncheons and seminars to the 500-person Beer, Bubbles and BBQ tasting event at Front Street Village.

“Beaufort Wine and Food is excited to once again tap in to this passionate industry and following and offer our third annual craft beer festival late September,” explained Lindsay Parker, executive director for BWF. “With over 175 breweries and brew pubs across the state, North Carolina boasts the largest number of brewers in the American South. Beaufort Wine and Food is thrilled to have the opportunity to spotlight the Crystal Coast as a beer destination for our state.”

Partnering with regional distributors and over two dozen breweries from across the state and beyond, BWF has crafted a stellar line up of events. Featured breweries this year include: Red Oak Brewing, Tight Lines Brewing, Duck Rabbit, Fullsteam, Wrightsville Beach Brewery, Mother Earth, Red Hare, Aviator Brewing, Bold Rock, Uptown Brewing, Double Barley, Heavy Seas, Mill Whistle among many others.

A beer seminar will kick things off on Friday, Sept. 28 at the Backstreet Pub featuring a number of breweries. The format will allow guests to meet a brew masters and brewery owners and sample their product directly. The event will begin at 3:30pm and tickets are $20.

Later that evening, the popular Pub Crawl returns. Participating restaurants and venues in downtown Beaufort will offer guests a chance to meet brewers and sample beer and cuisine pairings. The event runs from 6-8pm and features 10 stops.

Beer dinners are also slated for Friday evening, beginning at 7pm at two area restaurants. The dinners feature the local host chef and guest brewer to walk guests through the multi-course menu. Tickets to the beer dinners are $50.

On Saturday, beer luncheons will kick off the day starting at noon at two area restaurants. Much like Friday’s dinners, brewers and host chefs will discuss the menu and paired beer with guests. Tickets are $40.

But it’s the headline event that everyone will be waiting for – Beer, Bubbles and BBQ. Held at Front Street Village (2400 Lennoxville Road, Beaufort) from 3-7pm, the afternoon soiree features more than 25 craft breweries and brew pubs, with a sampling from across 30

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the state and beyond. In addition to tasting dozens of beers, guests will be treated to BBQ and sides, as a number of regional pit masters put their best dish in head to head competition. The winner will be announced during the event and will receive $500 to donate to charity. Tickets are $65 and will be available at the door the day of the event. Guests can also vote on the People’s Choice beer – a titled that was tied between Carteret County’s own Mill Whistle Brewing and Georgia based Red Hare Brewing Co. in 2017.

“These events are unique in that they allow festival goers a chance to interact with the brewers and brewery owners who live and breathe beer,” said Parker. “These are the folks whose passion, patience and creativity have produced the amazing beer selections we see both locally and on retail shelves nationwide. They are the ones to credit for making North Carolina’s beer scene what it is today.”

Proceeds from ticket sales go toward BWF’s mission to support local charities and nonprofits that strive to improve life in Carteret County. Since its first festival in 2004, BWF has donated almost $700,000 to area nonprofits. Proceeds from this year’s Beaufort’s Brewin’ festival go towards BWF’s next major community project: a donation of $100,000 to the construction of the new, state of the art culinary building on the campus of Carteret Community College.

This new facility will more than triple the number of students served in the culinary, baking and pastry and hospitality programs.

“Our efforts to give back to organizations that support our community are at the forefront of what we do … it’s why we hold events throughout the year and it’s something our members, volunteers and sponsors and guests can be proud of,” said Parker.

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All activities take place at the Community Center in Emerald Isle, unless otherwise noted. The Community Center’s hours are: Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm, Sat, 9am-4pm, closed Sunday. Call (252) 354-6350 for more info. Be sure to visit our website www.emeraldislenc.org/eiprd.

Adult Programs

•AA: Saturdays at 8pm meets at town hall.

•Art Club: Meets every Wed, 12-4pm 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.

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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.

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

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

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

Fitness

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

Mon, Thu, Fri 8am - STEP; Mon & Wed 10:30am & 6:30pm - Small Group Strength Training; Mon 4:15pm - Core, Strength, & Pilates; Mon & Tue 5:30pm - TABATA; Tue 8am - DANCE FUSION; Tue 9am - BODY SCULPT; Wed 8am – ZUMBA; Wed. 4:15pm - Pilates; Wed 5:30pm - POUND; Fri 9:15am - H.I.I.T: High Intensity Interval Training; Sat 9am - ADULT S.A.F.E.= Self-Defense, Awareness, Fitness & Empowerment ($5 non-members-$2 members); Sat. 11:20am Retransitions

Yoga Program Schedule

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

Special Events and Information

Sept. 3: Labor Day. Community Center will be closed.

Sept. 14: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1. Bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks.

Sept. 15-Oct. 11: 16th Annual Gordie McAdams Speckled Trout Surf Fishing Tournament.The tournament will run from 8am Saturday, Oct. 13-Nov. 24. Registration is FREE and the Reel Outdoors will be providing prizes for the top 3 anglers! See rules on registration form, available beginning September 15 at The Reel Outdoors, the Community Center and www.emeraldisle-nc.org/eiprd.

Sept. 15: 13th Annual Day4Kids.10am-2pm. Rain or shine at the Emerald Isle Community Center. Day4Kids brings adults and children of all ages together for a FREE fun-filled day of vendors, activities, games, face painting and more! Some of the attractions and activities this year include: a book exchange with the Friends of Western Carteret Library, hotdogs and drinks, cotton candy, inflatable rides, face painting and balloon sculpting by Isabel the Clown. For information, contact Sarah at 252-354-6350 or scutillo@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Sept. 18: PEP Program. 10am. The PEP program, or Police Educating the Public, is will be 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: “Protecting your Vacation Rental” Sept. 27: Coffee with a Cop @ The Trading Post. 9-10am. 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.

Sept. 29: Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival. 10:30am. Held at the Western Ocean Regional Access. The town is excited to continue the iconic Emerald Isle event and we hope everyone will join us! FREE admission, food trucks, and great music!

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The global vulture defense movement is aimed at heightening awareness of the big birds, their importance to their ecosystems and the troubles they face.

Aquarium activities include crafts and programs about vultures, displays about vulture species around the world and encounters with the vultures that live at the Aquarium. Black vultures and turkey vultures are popular stars of the free-flight program, Bird’s-Eye View.

The show also features other native raptors and shorebirds, and runs daily through Sept. 4. Vulture Awareness activities are free with admission or membership.

Homeschool Day Homeschool families are invited to the fifth annual Homeschool Day event on Thursday, Sept. 13. Crafts, activities and live animal programs relate to this year’s theme “Coastal and Ocean Conservation; Engaging Healthy Communities.”

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Make a big splash with your marriage proposal. Let the aquarium and the animals in its care help you ask the all-important question.

Choose from a number of unforgettable backdrops.

You bring the ring and get your beloved to the right spot, and the aquarium special event coordinators do the rest. This includes making your keepsake placard with the magic words and placing it at the strategic moment.

Contact the special events department for packages, prices and other details. Also ask about renting the aquarium for your rehearsal, wedding ceremony and reception.

Open Labor Day! in Morehead City to discuss how the climate patterns are changing and how the oceans chemistry is changing as well.”.

Behind the scenes tours and other special activity programs require fees. Otherwise, aquarium admission and Homeschool Day activities are free for homeschool families. Please bring your Homeschool identification. The day is a special event in addition to the one free admission per year allowed for homeschool families.

You can find more information about Homeschool Day on the aquarium website.

The aquarium will be open 9am to 5pm as usual with regularly scheduled programs and regular admission fees. Visit the website for ticket prices. Check the schedule for behind the scenes tours and other indoor activities and outdoor adventures available for additional fees. For more details, call 252-247-4003 or visit www. ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores.

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. For more information, see www. ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores or call 252-247-4003.

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Southern Speech is Distinctively Unique Judy Parker Yeager of Frankfort, Ky., is a clever writer and shares Southern stories in her blog, The Southern Lady Cooks.com. She sums up the culture and heritage in just one long run-on sentence: “I am proud to be from the South – where tea is sweet and accents are sweeter; front porches are wide and words are long; macaroni and cheese is a vegetable; pecan pie is a staple; y’all is the only proper pronoun; chicken is fried and biscuits come with gravy; everyone is darlin’ and someone is always getting their heart blessed.”

Yeager notes that in the South, “we pick a mess of beans and fry a mess of fish. Nothing warms the heart like Southern cooking.”

Indeed, food is a big part of Southern living, but Yeager explains: “Southerners don’t cook meals, we fix ‘em.” She’s glad to share her list of kitchen rules: Cook everything ’til well done and then some.

Fry when possible.

Don’t measure. Southern cookin’ is done by taste, not by book.

Cook with iron pots and skillets.

Always have biscuits or some form of soppin’ bread every meal.

Always cook large quantities in case company stops by. (In Down East Carteret County, you know you’ve got plenty of food when someone says: “She done fixed enough for all the Lewises.”)

Don’t toss out grease. Keep a can on the stove for all drippin’s.

Don’t waste anything.

The more you grow, catch or shoot, the better it will taste.

Always bless the food.

In the South “Jeet?” is actually a phrase meaning, “Did you eat?”

“Southerners are devoted to grits,” Yeager said. “We like gritsand-gravy, grits-and-ham, grits-and-sausage, grits-and-shrimp, grits-and-eggs, garlic grits and buttered grits.”

There’s a set of commandments about grits. Some of the “thou shalt nots” are: eat instant grits, put syrup on grits or put sugar on grits. “The only acceptable toppings for thy grits are salt, butter and cheese.”

“Southerners know that fried catfish is the other white meat,” Yeager said.

There are obvious differences between Southern women and Southern men, she added. “To Southern women, the four seasons are: onions, celery, bell pepper and garlic. To Southern men, the four seasons are for hunting: deer, duck, turkey and dove.”

“Every Southern baby knows that ‘gimme some sugar’ is not a request for the white, granular sweet substance that sits in a pretty little bowl in the middle of the table.”

“Furthermore, Southerners know that no matter how old you are, your father is ‘Daddy’ and your mother is ‘Mama.’” And Mama knows everybody’s first name: Honey or Hon’, Darlin’, Shuga’, Sweetie, Punkin’ or Dumplin’.

Yeager said it gets very hot in the South as well as sticky. “You know you are in the South when you realize that asphalt has a liquid state. It can get so hot in the South, your car overheats sitting in the driveway. It gets so hot, the hardware stores sell thermometers with readings of Fahrenheit, Celsius and Holy Crap!”

It gets plenty warm in Carteret County, too, and local historian Rodney Kemp said: “On one of those … scalding, humid days we have often, I heard an old-timer from the Promise’ Land section in Morehead City say: “I ain’t been this hot but twice in my life and today is both times.”

Southerners know a thing or two about everyday living. Here are a few of Yeager’s observations: “Southerners know that rocking chairs and porch swings are guaranteed stress relievers.”

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“Southerners know you ‘cut off’ the lights.”

“Southerners know you ‘mash’ a phone button or a key on your computer typing pad.”

“Southerners know that ‘afar’ is a state of combustion.”

“You seldom hear a Southerner say, ‘Duct tape won’t fix that!’”

“In the South, ‘clone’ is a type of perfume. “What’s that clone you’re wearin’, dear?”

“In the South, we ‘air up’ the tires. That means we ‘fill ‘em up good.’”

In the South, ‘bob war’ is a kind of fence.”

As a general rule, Southerners like to add an “a” to the beginning of many gerund words, while dropping the “g” from “ing” at the end.

Such as, I’m a-goin to town or I’ll be a-bakin’ a pie.

A sentence is often clarified with the use of an appropriate simile.

Some good ones are: “Crooked as a dog’s hind legs. Scarce as deviled eggs after a church picnic. Dark as the inside of a cow.

Green as a gourd. Dumb as a sack of rocks. Drunk as Cooter Brown.”

Who was Cooter Brown? Kim Holloway, a Southern storyteller with Mississippi roots, contacted Cooter Brown’s Tavern & Oyster Bar in New Orleans to get the story.

“Cooter Brown lived along the Mason-Dixon line at the time of the Civil War. He had family on both sides, and, not wishing to be drafted by either the North or the South, he decided to get drunk – and stay drunk – so that he wouldn’t have to fight in the war. Inebriety has been measured against Cooter Brown’s extended binge ever since.”

Finally, Yeager asks her readers: “What’s the difference between a Northern fairy tale and a Southern fairy tale?”

A Northern fairy tale begins: “Once upon a time…”

A Southern fairy tale begins: Y’all ain’t gonna believe this…”. In certain company, it may be appropriate to insert certain expletives.

The late Charles Kuralt of Wilmington, a journalist and author who was in a league of his own, summed things up: “The Southerner never uses one word when 10 or 20 will do. Our way of thinking is different, as are our ways of seeing, laughing, singing, eating, meeting and parting.”

Down East Dialect: Music to the Ears The Down East Carteret County brogue wafts and sways like music in the air to tickle the auditory nerves of humankind.

Thankfully, generations of Down Easters have been and still are dedicated to sustaining their local dialect, which is at the core of the “quality of life” within the Core Sound communities. The rest of us just need to shut up and listen … and savor the tones that are so pleasant to the ear.

For many years, the flag bearer of this collective Down East “cultural preservation effort” was Clifford Lewis Williamson of Sea Level. Folks called him Sonny. He died in 2013, but Sonny Williamson just may have been the best dang storyteller there ever was in these parts of eastern North Carolina.

Sonny Williamson was one of the original members of what became known as the “Fish House Liars,” sort of an honorary club of local storytellers. Among Sonny’s “pupils” was Rodney Kemp, who admired Sonny for his uncanny ability to captivate audiences. Kemp admits he was like a vessel of clay in Sonny’s hands.

“He was a master at recognizing people in the audience and including them in the stories,” Kemp said. “His delivery of the punch line was a thing of beauty. Sonny was a genius, and I really loved working with him. Our friendship progressed to being like brothers.”

About 32 years ago, Jenny and Sonny Williamson, published “The Cousin Shamus Dictionary of Down East Words and Sayings” for the

Rodney Kemp, left, and the late Sonny Williamson were well known in Carteret County for their storytelling. Williamson was the author of several books.

sole purpose of preserving for their grandchildren and those yet to come, a compilation of words and sayings that is meant to keep a “small portion of their Southern heritage alive.”

Lesson One: A Lanicker is someone from Atlantic. Aggerwate is the same as aggravate. Sonny said he’d “much ruther be aggerwated than be mommicked.” That makes sense, since being mommicked is about as bad as it gets – slap, worn out…wrung through the wringer or rode hard and put up wet.

Lesson Two: There are several words that can be used to describe a sitcheation that is out of sorts, out of kilter, out of sync, out of position, tippy or cock-eyed. They are cattywampus, scronchwise, skewyanked and wopperjawed.

Lesson Three: The wind. Sonny said: “When it’s cam, there’s just a trace of a breeze. When it’s slick cam, there’s not even a ripple.

When it’s dead slick cam, the water is like a mirror. That’s when the skeeters will carry you off.” Watch out for the gallynippers, which are giant mosquitos.

Lesson Four: Fishing. It’s a good day when you “cotched a mess of mullets.” (Same as caught.) But beware, some fishermen are prone to exaggerate. Droim/drime is a kind and gentle expression of disbelief. The tongue goes into the check, and the words come out: “Drime, I reckon you did,” Lesson Five: Cold weather. First of all, one should pull up the bed kivers (covers) a snitchit (smidgen or a tad). When the locals say it’s “colder than the time the Crissie Wright ran ashore,” heed the warning to bundle up. (This is a sad story about an early winter shipwreck in 1886, when the temperature dropped more than 70 degrees and sailors on board froze to death.)

Lesson Six: Children. An expectant father may get the budgets (fidgets), hitch up his gallisus (suspenders) and proceed to gander watch (await the birth) by paddybassing (pacing back and forth).

The youngern is nionto (almost) poppin’ out of the oven.

As the children fetch up, they’ll be doing summersets (somersaults) in the backyard and carryin’ on as scallions (rascals).

Lesson Seven: Tolerance. It’s important to disencourage friends and neighbors from calling dingbatters or dit-dots chicken-neckers.

Having no boat, a chicken-necker fishes from bridges or in drainage ditches. Dit-dots are tourists who come, spend their money and they go home after their vacation. Dingbatters are tourists who chose to relocate here from Off. Sonny always said it took a lot of willpower not to refer to either group as idjits (idiots).

Lesson Eight: Assorted terms. A lapse of memory to is disremember (not forget.) To remember is to raycollect. Santa comes down the chimbley. Sobby is wetter than damp. Slumgullion is a stew with many ingredients. Heffer dust is strong smelling body powder.

Lesson Nine: The “T words.” Terreckly is directly, sort of, or when one gets around to it later. Thurfer, obviously, means thoroughfare.

Twiddles is the word for engaging in daydreaming.

Lesson Ten. There are a slew of “ern” words in the Down East vocabulary. They all are found in phrases. Some of the best are: Brightern new money; limbern a dish rag but dullern dish water; maddern a wet settin’ hen; proudern a peacock with two tails; and purtiern a speckled pup.

We’re plumb nelly (nearly) finished here, because you’ve got to learn to run with the big dogs … or stay on the porch.

“Sonny Williamson was one of my mentor’s in history and storytelling,” said Rodney Kemp. “He was raised ‘to’ Sea Level and a graduate of Atlantic High School. He joined the Air Force and had a successful career in intelligence. When he retired he came back home and worked in education as a truant officer. Jenny, also from Sea Level, was his rock.

“I once said to Sonny, ‘You aren’t any smarter than me, but you can write a book in a matter of weeks.’ His reply was: ‘The key to writin’ a book was put a comma where you want to take a breath, a period when you want to rest and always capitalize Down East.’”

Amen to that.

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Ready for Some Football?

There is no official “opening day” for the American sport of football.

It varies from level to level … from midgets to the pros.

But there is now an official festival to kick off the season. It is the “Made in Ada Wilson Football Festival,” hosted and sponsored by the Ada (Ohio) Area Chamber of Commerce.

The date was Aug. 25, and it effectively split the difference between Friday night high school football openers and the start of the National Football League (NFL) season on Sept. 6.

Why Ada? Deb Curlis, the director of the Ada chamber, told us: “Ada is the football-making capital of the world … and we want the world to know.”

The Wilson Sporting Goods Company football factory in Ada manufactures all 108 footballs used in the Super Bowl game, as well as the balls that are used during the entire NFL season.

Originally, the Ada chamber’s festival celebrated “Super Bowl Eve” in February, which seemed to make perfect sense, in a sense.

But festival planners (while still shivering) took a reflective stance this year and asked themselves: “Instead of heralding the final game of the football year, what if the festival was to launch the beginning of the football season?”

The new Aug. 25 celebration date was intended to “capture the spirit of a new football season for fans of all levels,” said Chris BurnsDiBiasio, festival chair.

She is married to Dan DiBiasio, the president of Ohio Northern University (ONU), which is based in Ada. She also serves the university in a volunteer capacity as its community relations director.

Bob DiBiasio, who is senior vice president of public affairs with the Cleveland Indians Major League Baseball club, is the brother of Dan. You might say “sports marketing” runs in the family. The date change was utterly brilliant.

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season, all teams begin with a clean slate. Fans at all levels are gung-ho, filled with anticipation, eagerness and excitement that this could be the breakthrough year for their favorite team.

Kalyn Kahler of Sports Illustrated magazine reported that “Wilson pride is evident all over town. A water tower is painted with the Wilson logo and the NFL shield.

Built in 1955, Wilson’s Ada plant boasts about being “the only football-specific factory in the world.” With a production capacity of 4,000 balls a day and more than 700,000 footballs a year, the plant employs 120 people.

In addition to the NFL, other “regular customers” include the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Canadian Football League.

Kahler reported that making footballs is a craft, with more than two dozen people having a hand in producing each ball. It’s a multistep process that takes three to five days from start to finish for each ball.

Curlis reported that one additional benefit of moving the date to August was that Wilson Sporting Goods was able to bring in its mobile Super Bowl exhibits to Ada for festival fans to enjoy.

People watched footballs being made. The steps involve sewing, turning, lacing and inflating the balls. Another exhibit shows the latest football design and technology.

The grand finale at the festival was the 10pm ball drop that featured a 10-foot long football containing hundreds of miniature Christmas lights to provide illumination. The village always brings in a giant crane to drop the ball.

The protocol included a “two-minute warning” as well as the obligatory television timeout before the ball drop.

What team do you root for? “On the banks of the Red Cedar … go green, go white … those Spartans play good ball.”

Mike Wagoner

Building a Holiday Budget Did You Know?

According to a survey of more than 2,000 adults in the United States conducted in September 2017 by the International Council of Shopping Centers, holiday shoppers still prefer to shop at physical retailers for their gifting needs. The survey found that nearly all shoppers (96 percent) planned to make a purchase from a retailer who has both a physical and online presence. Furthermore, 91 percent of holiday shoppers said they were planning to buy some of the items they researched online at physical locations.

Even though online sales are booming, this data reinforces the fact that holiday shoppers still rely on brick-and-mortar stores.

Retailers who understand how to seamlessly offer both online resources as well as a strong physical retail presence may enjoy an especially profitable holiday season.

Spending time with loved ones and reflecting on all of the blessings the previous year has bestowed is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. But giving, entertaining and traveling are part of the season as well, and that can leave many people wondering how to finance their holiday season.

Many people admit to spending more than they initially intended to spend during the holiday season, leaving them with sizable bills to pay come January. This trend is dubbed the “holiday hangover,” and MagnifyMoney found that Americans racked up an average of $1,054 of debt during the 2017 holiday season, a 5 percent increase over 2016.

Recent data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York says consumer credit card debt stands at $808 billion. A portion of that ongoing debt is accumulated during the holidays – but it doesn’t have to be. By establishing a budget and a plan to pay down their debt, consumers can gift without grief.

The first step to establishing a holiday shopping budget is to make a list of all the people with whom you intend to exchange gifts.

Jot down charitable gifts and entertaining/social expenses as well. With paper in hand, it can be easier to visualize just how many people are on the gift list, making it easier to allot a certain amount to each person. Friends and coworkers may receive less than family members.

Next think about a total dollar amount to earmark for the holidays. This amount is something that you should be able to

comfortably pay off in full at the end of the holiday season – no more than a month or two after New Year’s Day. Do not feel obligated to purchase more than one gift for each person on your list. Parents who want to have a few extra items under the tree for their children or who have to finance presents from Santa Claus can set aside more money to make such purchases. However, these gifts should also be factored into the overall budget.

It’s important to keep track of spending even after the budget has been created. This way you can see if you are adhering to your budget.

Record gifts as you would checks in a register.

Take home receipts and tally your spending to see if it aligns. Make adjustments as necessary if you are on track to go over your budget.

When budgeting, keep in mind the potentially inflated costs of hot items for the year. It can be tempting to splurge on the latest video game console, but will it be obsolete in a few months?

Budgeting and frugal buying go hand-in-hand.

Budgets do not need to remain fixed from year to year. If this year was a banner year in terms of finances, you may be able to afford more. If it wasn’t, you may have to cut back.

True friends and close family members should understand that the value of the gift is not based on its price tag.

Budgeting is important for holiday spending.

With a budget in hand, consumers can avoid holiday hangover and potential financial ruin for months to come.

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Appearance in our DNA Over the past few months I have been working with a committee appointed by our Town Council to develop a plan to help improve the appearance of our town. We started out this process with the goal of developing two lists of projects that would help improve how Atlantic Beach looks. One list was to be projects that could be accomplished in the short term. The other would be a list of longer term projects.

But, as the group has met and discussed the potential for improving our town, we have realized that bettering the aesthetics of our town will require more than a couple of ‘to do’ lists. We need to make appearance an integral part of most things we do as a town.

There is a mix of things that are woven into the DNA of our government in the Town of Atlantic Beach. First and foremost is public safety, which I believe is the primary responsibility of local government. Our town council and staff certainly make this a priority in Atlantic Beach-we have incredible personnel across the board in all facets of public safety. Customer service and fiscal responsibility are also part of our governing DNA. The level of customer service our staff provides rivals any organization – public or private. And, as far as fiscal responsibility is concerned, we maintain a very low property tax rate and stretch taxpayer dollars as far as possible.

These elements weave together to create a safe, professional and efficient town. But, we can do more. We can do better.

Our appearance improvement committee consists of a mix

of year-round residents and second home owners. Many of the members and guest speakers are design professionals – architects and designers. As mentioned above, we started out with the goal of making a couple of lists of things to do to improve how our town looks. But, our discussions evolved from tweaks to our ordinances and improved landscape maintenance to some excellent, bigpicture ideas that have led me to rethink our town’s DNA. Our discussion ranged beyond strictly aesthetic issues to include address community building and placemaking needs as well. Not surprisingly, talented people working together for something they care about can make a difference.

We now know that it is not enough for us to simply check off a few projects on a list of appearance improvements. We need to make aesthetics – good design and appearance – part of our DNA. We need to make form a priority as well as function. Walking down our streets should make us almost as happy as walking down the beach.

This can be done when a town and its citizens make the commitment to do so. It fact, it has been done not too far away.

I recently went to a talk featuring Joe Riley, the long-time mayor of Charleston, SC. I was struck by his unwavering commitment to good design. He said, “there is no excuse to build anything, or allow anything to be built, in your city that doesn’t add beauty … period.”

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Candidates Once Welcomed Voters to Their Front Porches Labor Day Weekend: Let the campaign season begin. The 2018 elections are “quiet” at the top of the ballot, with this being the off-year for a US Senate race in North Carolina.

Nevertheless, there are spirited campaigns that will be focused on the North Carolina General Assembly candidates and at those running for office at the county level.

For the first time in many moons, the Carteret County Board of Education candidates must face off this year in a partisan election. (A lot of local citizens criticized the legislature for voting to scrap nonpartisan school board elections without a vote of the people.)

Reflecting on American politics, it’s interesting to note “how things change” over time. In the presidential election of 1880, Republican James A. Garfield “invented” what was called the “front porch campaign.”

Alan Gephardt of the National Park Service (NPS) explained: “Prior to 1880, it was considered undignified for anyone to actively seek the presidency. Nominees were expected to emulate the example of George Washington … and remain above the fray.”

“The sitting president, Rutherford B. Hayes, spoke to this tradition when he advised Garfield to ‘sit cross-legged and look wise until after the election.’”

Gephardt said: “Traditionally, it was the congressmen, senators and party workers who did the heavy lifting during presidential campaigns.

It was they who traveled, they who spoke, they who organized evening torchlight parades and more.”

“Garfield honored the tradition of staying put at home, but his 1880 campaign departed significantly from past practice.”

As the NPS ranger at the James A. Garfield National Historic Site in Mentor, Ohio, Gephardt has a special affection for Garfield legend and lore.

He said Garfield and his wife, Lucretia, purchased the 160-acre

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It is here that Garfield would meet face-to-face with voters and engage them in conversation. Reporters camped out on the lawn.

Mentor is a small town located northeast of Cleveland near Lake Erie.

Gephardt said the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad, whose tracks ran across the farm, routed special excursions to Mentor in 1880 and set up a stop along the lane that led to the farmhouse. An estimated 15,000 to 17,000 citizens came that campaign season to see and hear Garfield.

A “Garfield band” would be playing as visitors arrived. Poets read and singers sang. “On cue,” Gephardt said, “Garfield would pass through the vestibule doors leading from the interior of his home to his porch. He spoke to the aspirations of those gathered before him.”

At the end of each porch session, Gephardt said: “James Garfield invited his guests to linger in friendly communion: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, all the doors of my house are open to you. The hand of every member of my family is outstretched to you. Our hearts greet you, and we ask you to come in.’”

Garfield was elected by the voters, defeating Democrat Winfield Scott Hancock.

In the 1896 election, Republican William McKinley applied the same stay-at-home strategy, never leaving his front porch in Canton, Ohio.

During this campaign, an estimated 750,000 people traveled by train to Canton, then paraded up the street to the McKinley home.

McKinley promoted himself as the “advance agent of prosperity and the protector of America’s financial interests.” He won the general election handily, defeating Democrat William Jennings Bryan.

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A number of things make autumn a prime gardening season. The cooler days of fall enable gardeners to spend ample time outdoors without the threat of blazing heat. In addition, soil harbors a lot of residual warmth in autumn. Also, the colder temperatures haven’t yet arrived in autumn, nor have the leaves completely fallen, making fall a prime time to assess what’s already in the landscape, what needs pruning back and where to address planting for next year.

Gardening enthusiasts can focus their attention on these areas this fall.

Pamper perennials. As annuals and perennials start to fall back, mark the spots where perennials are located so they can be easily identified later on. This way, when planning spots for spring bulbs or other spring layouts for next year, perennials won’t be overlooked or covered over.

Prune shrubs. Look at shrubs and trees and cut out dead or diseased wood.

Clean up borders. Weed and tidy up borders and lawn edging.

Install pavers or rock wall. Embrace the cooler temperatures to work on labor-intensive projects, such as putting in a garden bed, retaining wall or walkway.

Remove spent summer veggies. Take out vegetable garden

plants that have already bloomed and borne fruit. Tidy up vegetable gardens and start to sow cooler weather plants, such as onions, garlic, beans, and sweet peas.

Rake and compost. Rake the leaves and gather grass clippings to add to the compost pile.

Plant spring bulbs. Get tulips and other spring bulbs ready for planting so they’ll burst with color next year.

Dig up herbs. Relocate herbs like parsley or basil to indoor gardens. Otherwise, strip all leaves and freeze for storage during winter.

Consider mums. Chrysanthemum plants are perennials. While they look beautiful in pots, if planted, maintained and winterized, they can bloom every fall.

Fertilize the lawn. Fertilizing in autumn helps ensure grass will stay healthy throughout the winter.

Add mulch and compost to the garden. Replenish spent soil with mulch and compost so garden beds will be revitalized for spring planting.

Prune hedges. Tidy up hedges, as they won’t be growing much more this year.

Clean and store equipment. Clean, sharpen and oil all equipment, storing lawn and garden tools properly so they are ready for spring and not lying out all winter.

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Four Ways to Get Back on Track Yikes! Halloween is just around the corner and we all know what that means – the beginning of the holiday season and all of the decadent and delicious food that comes with it. Double yikes! The scale is showing a number that can’t be right and the stress of the holiday season is now looming over your head. How are you ever going to reach the weight loss goals that you set for yourself earlier in the year when you’ve somehow managed to get off track and soon all the tasty holiday treats will be tempting you daily?

Pause. Take a deep breath. What we have here isn’t so much a disaster as it is a challenge. The question is, are you up for the challenge? I know you are so let’s get down to it and look at a few ways you can get back on track with weight loss and go into the holiday season with confidence.

Set goals – You can’t get to where you want to go if you don’t have the end point in mind. Looking at the big picture and being honest with yourself about where you ultimately want to be in regards to weight loss is the first step you must take in order to get back on track. How much weight do you hope to lose? What is your time frame for this weight loss goal? Why do you want to lose this particular amount of weight? How are you going to feel when you succeed? Those most successful at reaching their goals always make sure to write their goals down on paper, decide on a timeframe and set a date for achieving the goal, make their goals realistic and achievable, and attach a ‘why’ to the goal. There is nothing like knowing why you want to achieve a goal to keep the fire burning under you!

Make a plan – Once you have your goals written down and put in a prominent place so that you can review them daily it is time to make a plan. What actions are going to help you move towards your goals? What obstacles are you going to face and how might you work around those obstacles? When you are deciding exactly what steps you need to take in order to reach your goals make sure to keep yourself in the front of your mind. What I mean by this is to keep your likes and dislikes, daily schedule, commitments and personality traits in mind every step of the way. If you hate waking up early don’t plan your workouts for 5 am. If you are always busy on the weekends

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Keep a food diary – Now that you have your goals and a plan it is time to see exactly where you are right now. Writing down everything that you eat throughout the day does not typically top the list of most enjoyable things to do but it is necessary. For 3-5 days keep a notebook handy and jot down when you eat, what you eat, and how you were feeling at the time. DO NOT dramatically change your eating habits for the days that you keep a diary! If you want to get back on track you have to be honest with yourself and look at where you really are, not where you wish you were. The food diary will help you notice trends in your eating habits, such as always having a bowl of ice cream in the evening or always skipping breakfast and then eating a huge lunch, as well as what types of foods you are eating. This will allow you to make changes in your habits and food choices to jump start your weight loss.

Hire a professional – It isn’t always easy to admit that we don’t have all the answers but let’s face it, we don’t. And despite all of the information out there on the internet, wading through the hype to get to the facts can be overwhelming. Instead of wasting your precious time and energy learning about the things you know little about, enlist the help of a nutritionist, personal trainer, or coach and let them do the work for you. It is also extremely helpful when you are held accountable for your actions. I mean, who is going to skip a training session after paying hard earned money for the personal trainer that is now expecting you to show up and put in the work?

As you can see, getting back on track doesn’t have to be overwhelming but it will take some work. I’m always listening so if you need help, have questions or are looking for a personal trainer, running coach, or nutrition coach you can find me on my Expert Profile page. Happy, healthy living my friends!

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health & wellness Sense of Smell and Taste Changes with Age Aging comes with several sensory changes, many of which people expect. Loss of hearing or diminishing vision are widely associated with aging. But one’s senses of smell and taste may diminish with aging as well.

The senses of taste and smell work in concert. The sense of smell is vital to personal health, not only because inhaling pleasant aromas can provide comfort and stress relief through aromatherapy and help trigger important memories, but also because smell enables a person to detect the dangers of smoke, gas, spoiled food, and more.

The National Institute on Aging says that, as a person gets older, his or her sense of smell may fade, and that will also affect taste. The Mayo Clinic says some loss of taste and smell is natural and can begin as early as age 60.

Adults have about 9,000 taste buds sensing sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami flavors, or those corresponding to the flavor of glutamates. Many tastes are linked to odors that begin at the nerve endings in the lining of the nose. Medline says the number of taste buds decreases as one ages, and that remaining taste buds may begin to shrink. Sensitivity to the five tastes also begins to decline.

This can make it more difficult to distinguish between flavors.

Similarly, especially after age 70, smell can diminish due to a loss of nerve endings and less mucus in the nose. With the combination

of the reduction of these important sensory nerves in the nose and on the tongue, loss of smell and taste can greatly affect daily life.

Changes in these senses can contribute to feelings of depression, diminish one’s enjoyment of food and cause harmful conditions, such as extreme weight loss from disinterest in food to problems associated with overusing salt or sugar.

Although aging is often to blame, loss of smell and taste also may be tied to early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s disease. Cancer treatments, medications, lack of saliva, colds, flu, and other factors may contribute to sensory loss. Changing medications or treatments may help.

It’s important to bring up diminished flavors or smells with a doctor to rule out something more serious and to determine what might help restore pleasure from smells and flavors. An otolaryngologist, or a doctor who specializes in diseases of the ears, nose and throat, may be able to help fix the problem, though some people may be referred to a neurologist or another specialist.

Continuing to use one’s sense of smell and taste by cooking, gardening, trying new flavors, and experimenting with different aromas may help slow down the decline these senses. Although age-related loss of taste and smell cannot be reversed, some such cases may be treatable.

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In glancing at fall’s fashions, Pantones colors are strongly represented – especially the reds. Perhaps it’s the nostalgia and patriotism it evokes. Red pants matched with chunky, vintage furs, high (almost Victorian-esque) collars and, dare we say it, broader shoulders were abundant on the runways during Fashion Week. The looks were joined by wide belts, large floral prints and bright plaids.

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Pantone, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, annually announces the colors of the spring and summer as well as fall and winter. Published for the fashion industry by the Pantone Color Institute, a trend forecasting and color consultancy, the report features the top colors we can expect to see from fashion designers on the runway for this year’s fall/winter collections.

Combining classicism with colorful expression, the Pantone Fashion Color Trend Report features a bold palette of autumnal hues complemented by some more unexpected shades. Continuing to underscore the desire for color that transcends the seasons, the report for fall & winter 2018 highlights the top 10 colors for men’s and women’s fashion, as well as five new classics.

“The fall/winter 2018 palette continues to show designers expressing the need for individuality, ingenuity and creativity though fashion,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “As designers and consumers alike continue to transition away from cyclical trends, and instead focus on self-expressive colors that evade antiquated seasonal structure, we are seeing very notable non-traditional choices, such as Pantone 12-0740 Limelight and Pantone 15-3520 Crocus Petal showing up in the fall/winter palette. Exploring nuances within color families and building off of them with new combinations and materials freshens and reinvents the color story.”

Mixing and combining unexpected colors can result in a signature style or look, yet, according to the Pantone Color Institute, many of these unique shades are similarly impactful standing alone.

“More so than in previous seasons, many of these hues are being used to make a very specific statement when used singularly,” said Eiseman. “However, adding an unexpected element allows for the artistry and originality that moves fashion forward.”

About the Palette: Autumnal hues that evoke the feeling of leaves on the forest floor, rich plumage and twilight reveal a modern fall palette of deep and rich tones with outbursts of colorful surprise.

Pantone 19-1536 Red Pear: Deliciously deep red, whose luscious depth entices.

Pantone 18-1549 Valiant Poppy: Brave and outgoing red shade effusive in its allure.

Pantone 18-4048 Nebulas Blue: Reminiscent of twilight, a thoughtful, starry-eyed blue.

Pantone 15-0850 Ceylon Yellow: Savory and spicy yellow adds an exotic touch.

Pantone 18-0625 Martini Olive: Smooth, sophisticated and urbane green adds depth to the Fall/Winter 2018 palette.

Pantone 16-1255 Russet Orange: This forest floor orange speaks to earthen warmth.

Pantone 18-3838 Ultra Violet: Inventive and imaginative Ultra Violet lights the way for what is yet to come.

Pantone 15-3520 Crocus Petal: A cultivated and refined hue adds a light and airy spring-like feeling demand.

Pantone 12-0740 Limelight: Animated and effervescent, a pungent yellow-green becomes the center of attention.

Pantone 18-5025 Quetzal Green: A deep elegant blue-green hue suggestive of rich plumage.

The added Classic Color Palette avoids the typical – but there remains a need for structure and foundation in everyday fashion.

“We increased the number of core colors from four to five due to the ease in which they can be implemented and their ability to cross the seasons. These shades are more crucial than ever, serving as the critical building block as ‘trends’ stay relevant longer, and consumers look to add variety through new textures, fabrics and beautiful combinations,” said Eiseman.

This fall’s Classics include: Pantone 19-4031 Sargasso Sea: Boundless and fathomless blue mooring the palette.

Pantone 11-4801 Tofu: Creamy white staple.

Pantone 14-1116 Almond Buff: Natural baby camel hue with understated appeal.

Pantone 14-4107 Quiet Gray: Unobtrusive and timeless soft gray.

Pantone 16-1438 Meerkat: A highly adaptable toasty burnished brown.

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Gone are the days where summer was the only season for color. Color will remain a focal point in fashion for winter. To keep things feeling relevant, opt for super-bright hues.

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Deviled Eggs are a Southern Delicacy Editor’s Note: Chef Aaron Deal of Atlanta suggests that every “Southern girl should own an iced tea pitcher and a deviled egg plate.” Both are Southern staples, especially during baseball season. This month’s focus is on the plate, not the pitcher.

Our State magazine asserts that in the South: “The deviled egg is revered. It’s both the symbol and the centerpiece for every covereddish dinner or picnic you’ve ever attended.”

Writer Andrea Weigl is right about that. She’s got her facts straight and has credentialed subject matter experts to back her up.

Liz Williams, the director of the New Orleans-based Southern Food and Beverage Museum, told Weigl that when Williams turned 21, her mother marked her daughter’s adulthood by giving her a deviled egg plate and saying: “You can’t entertain without one of these.”

Debbie Moose, a food writer and author in Raleigh, shared her mother’s advice: “There are two things that a Southern woman always got for wedding presents: a hand-crank ice cream maker and a deviled egg plate.”

Susan Perry of Durham, an egg plate collector, told Weigl she gives egg plates as gifts to newborn girls because she believes all Southern women should have one. “Deviled eggs are the first thing to go at a party,” Perry says. “So, you better have an attractive empty plate.”

On assignment for History.com, Laura Schumm determined the origin of “modern-day deviled eggs – those classic creamy concoctions – dates back to ancient Rome.”

“Around 61 A.D., eggs were boiled, seasoned with spicy sauces and then typically served at the beginning of a meal as a first course,” Schumm reported.

“The first known printed mention of ‘devil’ as a culinary term appeared in Great Britain in 1786, in reference to dishes including hot ingredients or those that were highly seasoned. By 1800, ‘deviling’ described the process of making food spicy.

“But in some parts of the world,” Schumm said, “the popular egg hors d’oeuvres are referred to as mimosa eggs, stuffed eggs or dressed eggs.”

She noted that salad eggs is the term frequently used at church functions in the United States to avoid any association with Satan.

According to Schumm, the classic version of deviled eggs is now widely considered to include a mixture of mashed up egg yolks and whites, mayonnaise and mustard, “but professional chefs and home cooks around the world have experimented with numerous variations on the filling, including the use of pickle relish (either dill and sweet), bacon, crab meat” … you name it. Add pepper and hot sauce, if you care and dare.

A sprinkle of paprika on the top adds a splash of color.

Presentation is critical as well as practical.

It requires an official deviled egg plate, platter or tray … especially when traveling, so the eggs sit tight in their “depressions” and don’t go sliding off onto the seat, floor or trunk of the vehicle.

Diana Bulls, writing for Kings River Life Magazine in Reedley, Calif., said America’s first true egg plates were produced in the 1930s in popular Depression Glass Sandwich Patterns.

She said Duncan & Miller Glass Company in Washington, Pa., most likely made the earliest egg plates.

Angela Huston, a columnist with Medina County (Ohio) Life, an online newsletter, offers her own personal observation.

Every time I make deviled eggs, I wonder ‘what were they thinking’?

The ubiquitous ‘they’ is whoever designed the plate specifically for serving deviled eggs with 15 neat, little, oval-shaped slots.

“Anyone who has ever fixed deviled eggs knows the eggs are cut in half; no matter how many eggs you cook, the final count will come out to an even number, and 15 is not an even number.”

Huston continued: “Would it really have been all that difficult for someone with engineering sense to redesign the plate so it would have an even number of slots?

“Perhaps this problem has already been addressed. My deviled egg plate is old, and because it has some sentimental value, I have not explored the option of purchasing something new that might be properly designed.”

Huston concluded: “I have finally learned to stop fussing. Now, I just eat the darned extra egg, a necessary sacrifice to have peace of mind – and a properly balanced plate.”

Marie Lawrence of Morehead City may have the largest egg plate collection in the United States: 986 as of Palm Sunday 2018. One of the fun things about egg plates, she said is that there is no uniformity in the number of depressions. Most common are 12, 18 and 24, however.

Lawrence said she has been collecting egg plates for nearly 20 years. They are colorful and come in a variety of shapes and sizes and many are hand-painted. “Like flowers, they make you happy,” Lawrence said.

Bulls advised her readers: “You can find vintage egg plates in antique stores, at flea markets, thrift stores, garage sales … and at grandma’s house. Your family might have an heirloom deviled egg plate that makes its appearance at family gatherings – let the powers that be know you want to carry on the tradition – and get the egg plate.”

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The quiet revolution occurred as vacation rental mangers developed a highly successful booking strategy of no longer charging security deposits and booking fees to rental guests. With escalating credit card merchant fees, vacation rental managers found that these costs needed to be passed on to homeowners as well. Profits are very narrow for the modern vacation rental management company and profits were no longer achievable with the locally modest commission percentage in a vibrantly competitive marketplace.

Even the NC Real Estate Commission advised vacation rental managers of their preference that fees should be charged to the savvier consumer, the homeowner, rather than (in their opinion) the less sophisticated rental guest. The unintended consequence of these new fees being charged to the homeowner also spawned the most oft repeated and misunderstood phrase uttered by well meaning homeowners, “Why do I feel like I am being nickeled and dimed by my vacation rental manager?”

Uniquely, owners of vacation rental investment property find they have a dual relationship unlike any other investment in their portfolio.

You are simultaneously the CEO of your beach home, but also enjoy an emotional attachment to your property because of the beautiful vacation memories of blissful moments there with family and friends.

Your vacation rental manager then becomes your business partner as well as good friend and beloved caretaker of your property; theirs is the friendly face and voice offering you advice.

Speaking on behalf of those of us who choose as our life’s work any of the hospitality professions, we are the human equivalents of golden retrievers. We want you to like us and we are intensely loyal and love you and your beach home. The duality of being professional and simultaneously emotionally attached becomes its own nuanced relationship between homeowner and vacation rental manager.

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Now let’s look at the fee structures which each of these booking platforms charge the traveler, the vacation rental guest. The Traveler Service Fee for HomeAway and VRBO is 8.5%; for Airbnb 10% and booking.com 0% (because they already collected 15% from the homeowner). Not to belabor the point, but these are all booking sites for homeowners who are choosing to do everything on their own; they must be hands on with every rental inquiry and booking including after hours lockouts and dealing with maintenance plumbing or HVAC emergencies. Significantly, these booking engines then have access to the name and email address of your rental guests which gives them the ability to direct market to them and offer them rental availability in other distant destinations with no loyalty, no emotional attachment to you and your rental home.

Typically, these booking sites underperform in achieving booking goals for homeowners when compared with “bricks and mortar” vacation rental management companies. The difference again is the relationship we have with your rental guests and their exemplary customer service guest experiences.

Nickels and dimes do add up and it is undeniably human nature to want to see addition, not subtraction. There is no relationship, no advice from VRBO, Airbnb and the others, but for vacation rental homeowners that try to do it on their own using one of these booking engines there are hefty fees still being deducted from the homeowner’s account AND other hefty fees charged to their rental guest. Your relationship with your vacation rental manager then becomes priceless; the fees are the cost of doing business with a true hospitality professional and one who is loyal to you and truly is one of your best friends on the island.

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All activities take place at the Recreation Center (830 Main St Ext) in Swansboro, unless otherwise noted. The Recreation Center’s hours are: Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm, Sat, 8am-12pm, closed Sunday. Call (910) 326-2600 for more info. Be sure to visit our website at swansboro.recdesk.com to register for events.

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● Sept. 4-June 6: Pre-K registration now OPEN! This program is designed to provide a safe and fun place for children to interact with their peers while parents have a few hours of freedom to run errands, have coffee or just enjoy a stroll through the park! ● After School Program Grades K-5: Mon-Fri, after school hours until 5:30pm. Register now for the 2018-19 school year

Fitness Thursdays: Qi Gong Classes. 6:30-7:30pm. Qi Gong is the art and science of using breath, gentle movement, meditation and sound to cleanse, strengthen and circulate one’s vital energy for living.

Monday and Thursday, Pickleball Recreational Adult, Coed League. 8-10am and 6-8pm. If you are interested in Pickleball here is your chance to get involved. This is an ongoing, casual league, perfect for any age or ability.

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Sept. 4: Essential Oils 101: Oils for Pets. 6-7pm. Does your pup shake with thunder? Looking for an alternative to dousing your pet with insect repellent with side-effects? Come learn which top essential oils should be kept on hand (or paw) for your pets!

Sept. 10: American Red Cross Blood Drive. 1-6 pm. We need your help to make this event happen! Please go online and sign up for a time slot at redcross.org/give-blood.

Sept. 14: FREE Light Therapy session: Sunshine for your Mind. 5-7pm. Can we all be happier? YES! This month will feature a focus on mental health and emotional wellness. If you or someone you know has ever experienced PTSD, TBI, depression, or maybe just a case of the blues, then come experience light therapy.

Sept. 14: Harry Potter Party! 5:30-7:30pm. The recreation center becomes the Great Hall with the help of Jessica’s Dance Academy. Meet your fellow witches and wizards, talk about houses, professors, adventure – basically anything Potter related.

Sept. 17-20: Garden Party Dance. 10-11am. Swansboro Dance Studio invites preschoolers to dance and groove with us. The cost is $45 for 4 days and class will last one hour. Each camper will be taking home a treasure trove (tutu and dance bag)!

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turtle tracks I See a Nest Staked Off - Now What?

We get asked this question often. After the female lays the nest, she returns to the ocean and her part for that nest is done. Up and down the Atlantic coast sea turtle volunteers take over. Volunteers dig to locate the nest and will erect tape around the area. At this point, a system of check, watch and wait begins for the human contribution to the nest. Except for permit carrying volunteers, NO ONE is legally permitted within the taped off area.

The normal incubation period for sea turtle eggs vary from about 50-80 days. Various factors in nature affect that time line. Each summer we seem to hit a new record for high temperatures ... the hot summers shorten the incubation time for the eggs. The amount of rain affects the incubation time since rain tends to cool the sand/ nest.

Ideally, it is better for the health of the nest if it is placed in the dunes ... this allows for less interference in the nest from basic storms, hurricanes and the water surges that come with them. Equally important is that the dunes protect the nest from human interference ... be it vehicle traffic, vandalism etc.

On Day 50 of the incubation period, turtle volunteers excitedly converge on the nest with shovels, hoes, brooms and sometimes even snow shovels to “TRENCH” the nest. Picture, if you will, a “runway” or perhaps a long narrow highway.

Starting outside the taped off area that identifies the nest, volunteers will begin digging a narrow pathway, ideally with the wall of the trench straight up and down and packed tightly. This design will help keep the hatchlings on a direct path to the ocean. At the same time, they construct a corral around the taped off nest area. The sand over the entire top of the nest will be left undisturbed, but the shape of the corral will funnel the hatchlings towards the trench.

Another group of volunteers will be busy extending the posts and tape to provide protection for the trench.

NEST SITTING is a fun time and is open to everyone who is interested! On the evening of the trenching, volunteers and visitors will begin sitting up and down the trench, outside of the taped area.

Until there are signs within the nest area that the hatchlings are beginning to pip out of their shells volunteers will just site watch, educating vacationers who stop by to see what’s going on and have questions.

The tiny turtles have a little egg tooth that assists them in breaking open the egg shell. Volunteers and visitors alike share a sense of excitement, especially when a divot or a caving spot begins to show up in the sand within the nest area. Although the excitement is at a fever pitch when this happens, volunteers must be quiet as sea turtles have proven to have exceptional hearing. When they hear noises above the sand, they instinctively stop their movements.

Oftentimes, there are several agonizing days of nest sitting with expectations and quiet to follow these initial signs of a hatching nests.

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is about to HATCH. Volunteers will extend the bottom of the trench closer to the tide line. At the top of the trench, volunteers have now extended the pathway right up to where the changes in the sand are occurring. Our runway or highway is now a complete path for the hatchlings when they finally do emerge. Sometimes we read the signs right, or the hatchlings cooperate and , most often after the sun sets, we will begin to see the sand shifting downwards as tiny flippers or sea turtle heads appear. Many times hatchings will emerge a few at a time and begin the long crawl to the ocean. Once in a while, in a blur of excitement the hatchlings will just pile out of the nest by the dozens...climbing all over each other as they surge out of the nest and head towards the water. If you’re lucky enough to witness this, you can see why it’s referred to as a “nest boiling”.

Even after some/many hatchings, normally 80-110 hatchlings are in a nest, have emerged from the nest, volunteers will continue to sit at the nest each evening in case there are straggler hatchings emerging.Three days after many hatchlings appeared out of the sand, volunteers will once again converge at the nest for an EXCAVATION. Excavations are done during the daylight of early evening. Excavations are the way we can tell the ultimate story of the nest.

If we’re lucky, there will be a hatching or two that was waiting to emerge, but couldn’t for some reason , examples might be too soon out of the shell, problems with flippers, too far down in the nest to be able to climb out, trapped in hard sand or plant roots and these hatchlings will be examined for readiness for the big swim. These tiny hatchlings will leave the beach of Emerald Isle and face a 3-5 day swim out to the Sargassum sea grasses and relative safety. Healthy hatchlings are released into the trench and make their way to the ocean. Hatchlings that have flipper issues or that have not yet absorbed their yoke sac will be placed in a bucket with sand from in and around the nest.

These bucket babies will be monitored or delivered to the Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium for additional observation and care. Shell pieces are brought out of the nest and counted to get a basic count of eggs laid. The nest is checked for rotten eggs, hatchlings that didn’t survive and sometimes even eggs that are viable and just need more time in the nest. All this information is recorded and entered into a report that is sent to the state. Once the nest is completely emptied and double checked, the nest pit is filled with the shell parts, rotten eggs and any dead hatchlings and covered with sand. IF there are viable eggs, the sand wont be stacked all the way to the top and the good eggs will be placed on top of that and carefully covered again with sand. The eggs aren’t deserted as a volunteer will check each day for signs that these hatchlings are ready. Finally, all the poles, tape, trench, turtle flipper tracks etc will be removed from the sand. As the volunteers and visitors disperse there is no sign left that people were able to witness the beautiful miracle of seeing wee sea turtles scurry to the ocean... and that’s the way it’s supposed to end.

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Marshallberg Farm raises Russian sturgeon for the simple reason that there is virtually no Caspian Sea sturgeon left to catch in the wild.

Existing wild stock is protected under international law. In captivity, the female sturgeon must live about 8 years before producing roe, compared to nearly 10-14 years in the wild. On the traditional caviar “hierarchy,” Caspian originating sturgeon roe is at the top. Beluga (from Huso huso sturgeon) is ranked #1, Osetra (from Russian sturgeon; Acipenser Gueldenstaedtii) is #2, and Sevruga (from Acipenser Baerii) is #3.

Fact: Caviar refers only to the roe of sturgeon.

Marshallberg Farm aims to produce extremely high quality, sustainable, genuine Osetra caviar; buttery, nutty, exceptionally firm roe that bursts with subtle hints of the sea. As a US sturgeon farm, the facility must adhere to strict environmental, safety and labeling standards. Unlike imports, domestic farmed caviar does

not use borax as a preservative. Marshallberg Farm uses a complex Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) that mitigates effluent output. For these reasons, the farm’s sturgeon and caviar is ranked “Best Choice” by Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch.

For centuries, caviar has been a highly prized delicacy and an emblem of ultimate luxury. Under the rule of Russian czars, the most fortunate of fishermen prospered from selling caviar to royals. In the 1960s, on his way out of a hotel room fist fight, James Bond cooly spreads caviar on bilini, casually noting to himself, “Hmmm, Royal Beluga … north of the Caspian.”

Besides being a savory and delicious, omega-3 packed aphrodisiac (nicknamed “Aphrodite’s Eggs”), many believe caviar is special because of what it symbolizes; a portal to a luxurious, carefree world where all of our wildest dreams can come true.

If you are interested in learning more about sturgeon, caviar and sustainable aquaculture, Marshallberg Farm offers guided tours that are followed by a caviar and smoked sturgeon tasting. The farm’s products can be purchased after tours or online. Additionally, the Ruddy Duck Tavern on the Morehead City waterfront is serving Marshallberg Farm sturgeon dishes. For more information and tour dates, visit www.marshallbergfarm.com.

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Remembering Constitution Week and community outreach, two mission areas of crucial importance to the National Society’s work. By fostering knowledge of and appreciation for the Constitution and the inalienable rights it affords to all Americans, DAR helps to keep alive the memory of the men and women who secured our nation’s independence, whose bravery and sacrifice made possible the liberties we enjoy today.

“The framers created a Constitution that translated into law the ideals upon which our nation was built,” said DAR President General Ann Dillon. “Their vision was so forward thinking that their words still guide us today.

No American history education can be complete without a thorough understanding of the impact the Constitution has had on the lives of American citizens past and present.”

One of the largest patriotic women’s organizations in the world, DAR has more than 185,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters across the country and even in numerous foreign countries. DAR strives to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism via commemorative events, scholarships and educational initiatives, citizenship programs, service to veterans, meaningful community service, and more. For additional information about DAR and its programs, visit www.dar.org. For more information about the DAR or Constitution Week, please contact Missy de Tenley of the Otway Burns Chapter in Swansboro at ddetenley@ec.rr.com.

There are two documents of paramount importance to American history: the Declaration of Independence, which forged our national identity, and the United States Constitution, which set forth the framework for the federal government that is still in use today. While Independence Day is a beloved national holiday, fewer people know about Constitution Week, an annual commemoration of the living document that upholds and protects the freedoms central to our American way of life. This year, the annual celebration begins Sept. 17.

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) initiated the observance in 1955, when the organization petitioned the US Congress to dedicate Sept. 17–23 of each year to the commemoration of Constitution Week. Congress adopted the resolution, and on Aug. 2, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into Public Law #915. The celebration’s goals are threefold: to encourage the study of the historical events that led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787; to inform people that the Constitution is the basis of America’s great heritage and the foundation of our way of life; and to emphasize US citizens’ responsibility to protect, defend and preserve the Constitution.

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club news PKS Women’s Club Now that September is here Pine Knoll Shores residents have lots to look forward to – less traffic, fewer beachgoers, cooler weather and maybe a hurricane or two (oh, let’s hope not!). Most importantly, we can look forward to the resumption of the PKS Women’s Club monthly meetings.

Women’s Club President Betty Thomas and her leadership team of Vice President JoAnne Ferguson, Recording Secretary Maria Decandia, Corresponding Secretary Ronnie Stanley and Treasurer Libby Gallagher were installed at the club’s luncheon on June 1 at the Coral Bay Club. Since then, the club’s officers have been planning for an exciting club year.

Vice President Ferguson has lined up a series of speakers focusing on promoting healthy lifestyles. At the season’s kick-off meeting on Friday, Sept. 28 the guest speaker will be Martha Masaad discussing the benefits of essential oils as they relate to our overall health. In October Kathryn Hudson will speak about Reike therapy. Other topics on healthy living will follow in the months to come and will be announced at the September meeting and in the local media.

President Betty Thomas notes that while 17 committees and special interest groups have chairs already in place to host meetings, special events, social activities and a variety of charitable causes, she seeks volunteers to assist on the Scholarship Committee and the Arts and Culture Committee.

The Scholarship Committee serves as a liaison with the club’s college scholarship recipient, usually a deserving female student

attending Carteret Community College and raises funds during the course of the year. An additional volunteer to help with that committee would be appreciated.

A major goal of the PKS Women’s Club is to foster intellectual enhancement for its members. To that end, the Arts and Culture Committee chair provides information on local cultural offerings in Carteret County and provides the information at the club’s monthly meetings. Many local residents relocated to our area from metropolitan regions where they had easy access to a variety of cultural activities. Often, they are unaware of the wide range of cultural and educational resources that are available in Carteret County. These include programs offered through the Carteret Arts Forum, the American Music Festival, lectures by local authors hosted by the Country Club of the Crystal Coast and a variety of offerings of the Carteret Community Theater, the Carteret Arts Council and local libraries.

The job of the Arts and Culture Chair is to bring information to club members about these and other cultural opportunities. At monthly club meetings the Arts & Culture chair posts information on the club’s bulletin board from publicity found in the local media and through the cultural organizations’ direct publicity.

Please mark your calendars for the Sept. 28 meeting at the Pine Knoll Shores Town Hall beginning at 9:30am. Guests are always welcome. Refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with friends and neighbors precede the start of the meeting.

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Sarah Willis to Barbara and Carl Toepfer, III, 889 Seashore Drive, $125,000.

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Lynette Schehr to Timothy and April Cooke, 602 Fort Macon Road #131, $43,000.

Fonda and Arley Reese, Jr. to Thieu Phu and Minh Pham, 602 Fort Macon Road #103, $49,000.

Derek Smith to Mark and Sherri Kabbeko, 602 Fort Macon Road #138, $54,000.

Bunch Properties, LLC to Thieu Phu and Minh Pham, 602 W. Fort Macon Road #141, $54,000.

Ruamie and William Perri to Duc Tran and Cuc Thi Le, 514 Bogue Blvd., $91,500.

Ruamie and William Perri to Duc Tran and Cuc Thi Le, 109 Cedar Lane, $91,500.

Nancy Biggers to Timothy and Doris Glover, 214 Pelican Drive, $110,000.

Linda Brickhouse to DBE Marketing, LLC, 104 Dogwood St., $150,000.

Robin Lemaire to Walter Grubb, III, 200 Bogue Blvd., $175,000.

Cynthia and Thomas Powell, IV to Daniel and Krista Boyette, 2008 Fort Macon Road #17, $175,000.

Island Girl Ventures, Inc. to William and Karen Miller, 1904 Fort Macon Road #338, $179,000.

Richard and Linda Smith to Vanessa Smith, 2511 Fort Macon Road #109, $189,500.

Billy and Kimberly Weaver to Dana and Joseph Zeszotarski, Jr., 2306 Fort Macon Road #307, $205,000.

Emily and Jerry McLamb, Jr. to Donna Hardy and Shirley Troutman, 410 Fort Macon Road, $236,000.

Mark and Mary Baker to Harvest Ventures 2, LLC, 427 Fort Macon Road, $250,000.

Samuel and Steadman Lanier to Kenneth Loehr and Christy Smith, 403 Bogue Blvd., $266,000.

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Darrell Ahne and David and Pamela Hayworth to Patrick and Kamela DeSutter, 107 Robin Ave, $286,000.

2800 WFM, Inc. to Algirdas and Kristina Karalius, 2800 Fort Macon Road, $294,500.

Fort Macon, LLC to Jerry and Beth Milton, 1013 Fort Macon Road #24, $295,000.

Steve and Christina Zalewski to Theresa Blount, 208 Beaufort Ave, $299,000.

2800 WFM, Inc. to Christopher and Melanie Bryson and Cherryl Bryson, 2800 Fort Macon Road, $325,000.

Steven and Sally Walters to Annette and Jonathan RodriguezLeBron, 111 Atlantic Beach Causeway, $335,000.

John and Kay Leffingwell to Jonathan Pollock and Dandan Laubacker, 103 Willis Ave., $410,000.

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David Stout and Bobby Clement, Jr. to David and Jessica Kuehl, 223 Queen St., $220,000.

First Citizens Bank to Philip and Brenda Ross, 202 Ashe Lane, $225,000.

Bragg and Chasity McRimmon to Ryan Steiger, 706 Captains Point, $231,000.

Michelle Gonzalez-Espinosa to Paul and Amy Cordes, 117 Radley Lane, $260,000.

Discovery Diving Co., Inc. to John and Karen Flowers, 321 Orange St., $275,000.

Barbara and Walter Stanislawski, Jr. to Cynthia Overton, 190 Howland Parkway, $318,000.

Potters Store, LLC to Taylors Creek Enterprises, LLC, 433 Front St., $450,000.

Robin Parker to John and Mary Brooks, 327 Winding Woods Way, $465,000.

Hoang Tran to Suhail Mithani and Betty Tong, 303 Sea Dreams Drive, $745,000.

Jane Thompson to Lonnie Hedrick, Jr. and Betina Medlin, 1605 Front St., $1,396,000.

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Mary Davis to Randolph Duffy, 144 Wackena Way, $62,500.

Lee and Denise Throckmorton to Gary Matarazzo, 145 Tarpon Way, $80,000.

Charles and Francoise Boardman to Elizabeth and William Smith, III, 276 Merrimon Road, $90,000.

Shiela Yates to Wendell and Sally Knight, 220 South Drive, $96,000.

Vivian and James Broome to Amy and Frederick Davis, Jr., 225 Rutledge Ave., $127,500.

Janice Davis to Kimberly Bare, 113 Palmetto Place Circle, $163,500.

Shawn and Lauren Hermley to Richard Sutton, 1010 Live Oak St., $175,000.

Sandra Price to Patrick Nager, 126 Jefferson St., $176,000.

I.J. Hunter Construction Co. to Joshua and Catherine Hollinger, 115 Calhoun St., $190,000.

Dennis Conner and Susan Lavin to Michelle and Jack Grady, Jr.,126 Bogue Sound Drive, $78,000.

Mark and Bonnie Howell to Christopher Kalt and Gary Smith, 107 Lejeune Road, $160,000.

Minnie Massengill to Stuart and Christine Barker, 100 Edgewater Court, $245,500.

650 Cedar Point Blvd. #15, $153,000.

M. Kenneth and Kathryn Ayre to Timothy and Andrea Winters, 127 Cape Point Blvd., $165,000.

David and Heather Alexander to Barry and Terrie Knauff, 387 VFW Road, $192,000.

Melissa and Russell Rhodes, Jr. to Daniel Gregory, 650 Cedar Point Blvd. #12, $222,000.

Matthew and Madeleine Pisto to Bryan and Susan Beaver, 104 Sunset Drive, $268,000.

Aaron and Rebekah Welch to National Residential Nominee Services, Inc., 108 Little Bay Drive, $354,000.

National Residential Nominee Services, Inc. to Scott Fisher and Stacey Manczka-Fisher, 108 Little Bay Drive, $354,000.

Rupert and Jennifer Rodriguez to Jeremy and Stephanie Cothern, 106 Sweet Grass Trail, $370,000.

Ernest Arthur, Jr. and Geraldine Brinkley to Robert and Barbara Stancil, 117 Waterway Drive, $690,000.

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Mack and Kimberly Overby to Mary Sherwood and Tracy Melton, 650 Hwy 70, $173,000.

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Faye Lloyd and Sylvia Brown to Angela and Thomas Williams, Jr., 304 Hancock Drive, $95,000.

Jennifer and Robert Merhige, II to Mitchell and Amy Myers, 113 Tifton Circle, $262, 000.

Sudie and William Waters and Kevin and Mary Louise Waters to Phillip and Anne-Marie Atkinson, 8516 Canal Drive, $98,000.

John and Lisa Dober to Toiya and Gale Goodlow, II, 123 Tifton Circle, $295,000.

Mary Loney to Amy and William Bookout, 304 Loblolly St., $120,000.

833 Holding Company, LLC to JAA Enterprises, 833 Highway 58, $300,000.

Frederick and Emily Albrecht to James and Karyn Berger, 334 Cape Lookout Loop, $125,000.

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John and Lisa Piacitelli to Jay and Denise Talton, 504 Ocean Spray Drive, $92,000.

Curtis and Rachel Smith to Michael and Kimberly Meadows,

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Sonofabunn, LLC to William and Patricia Campbell, 7301 Archers Creek Drive, $141,000.

Kennie and Deena Lee to Rachael Smith, 9201 Coast Guard Road #206, $146,500.

Marvin and Patricia Morris to Linda Wilkes, 9100 Reed Drive #202, $175,000.

Donald and Marianne Rowley to Carmel Lot III, LLC, 7311 Ocean Drive, $1,495,000.

GLOUCESTER

Ernest and Ruth Filep to Jason and Valerie Ackkerson, 359 Pigott Road, $77,000.

Nicolas Martschenko to Michael and Kathleen Gielink, 261 & 267 Sleepy Point Road, $350,000.

Corinne and Robert Higdon, Jr. to Christopher and Stephanie Denton, 102 Diann Drive, $181,000.

HARKERS ISLAND

Brian and Pamela Bischoff to Brian and Melanie Rivers, 3009 Ocean Drive, $276,000.

CGW, Inc. to Camella and Bernice Marcom, Jr., 872 Island Road, $45,000.

Cynthia Christian to Kathy Zimmerman-Barrell and Paul Barrell, 10300 Coast Guard Road #8, $285,000.

Alan Sullivan and Irving Hay to Christopher and Lara Boudreau, 156 Westbay Circle, $20,000.

Road, $36,000.

Willow Pond Drive, $205,000.

Carolyn Lawrence and Travis Bourbeau to Peer and Amanda Beveridge, 111 East Drive, $85,000.

William and Sherri England to Robert and Leigh Ann Lowe, 907 Calamanda Court, $39,500.

Debra Glisson to Nathan and Christine Christman, 1109 Timber Trail, $296,000.

Patricia Bare to Christopher Navarre, 159 Johnson Road, $110,000.

Scott and Angela Williamson to George and Elena Little, 123 Shorerush Drive, $305,000.

Wanda Wooten to Brandon and Angelina Lawrence, 269 Bayview Drive, $185,000.

Charles and Michelle Bryant, Tiffany Bryant, Jennifer and Reginald Raynor and Courtney and Jonathan Toney to Christine Rabenda, 1412 Bay St., $50,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Barbara Kilts and Charles and Brenda Rocci, 3304 Hogan Court, $209,000.

Torlen and Elizabeth Wade to Todd Wilson, 9201 Coast Guard Road #301, $316,000.

Aqua Sky, LLC to Bruce and Ashley Berry, 211 Pintail Lane, $347,500.

Brian and Melanie Johnston to John and Barbara Edwards, 204 Loblolly St., $347,000.

Lyman and Kimberly LaFreniere to Kevin and Lisa Krasinski, 116 Willie G Lane, $360,000.

Rebecca and Robert Blackmon to Jill Leary, 102 Scotch Bonnet Drive, $360,000.

INDIAN BEACH

Robert and Lauren Edwards to David and Dawne Koch, 5404 Emerald Drive, $370,000.

Richard and Mary Colven, John and Irma Colven, Janet and Thomas Colven, III and William and Claudia Colven to Steven and Cheryl Kanetzke, 100 Barracuda Court, $387,500.

Christopher and Carolyn Hartley to David and Sara Bustamante, 9805 Outrigger Court, $565,000.

Gregory and Janice Parker to Lisa and Thomas Gibson, Jr., 203 Gulf Stream Drive, $575,000.

Curt and Elizabeth Beach to Mark and Beth Wenzel, 9919 Shipwreck Lane, $630,000.

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Paul Ivey to Michael and Mary Masto, 103 Oakmont Court, $60,000.

Channel Bay Mobile Home Park, LLC to Emily McGregor, 2108 Arendell St., $124,000.

Kristin and John Kinstrey, III to John and Ashley Clark, 1815 Champion Drive, $226,000.

Peggy Kneib to Michael and Susan Rose, 3522 Snead St., $230,000.

Deborah Watts to Johnny and Joy Hayes, 3510 White Drive, $240,000.

Megan and Daniel Fischer to Joseph Crain, 2006 Champion Drive, $126,000.

Cameron Fitzsimmons and Ross Fearon to Mary Budd and Frank Carroll, III, 113 Fairway Drive West, $261,000.

C. Allen and Sue Currin to James and Betty Lawson, 801 Salter Path Road #107, $174,000.

Andrea and Alan Lee to Melissa Brown, 602 Colonial Ave., $144,000.

Philip and Brenda Ross to Nola and Christopher Higgs, 211 Mansfield Parkway, $299,000.

David Chen to Kathleen McGurrin, 1435 Salter Path Road #K1, $510,000.

Charles Schaeffler, III to William Beaty, 510 Arendell St., $145,000.

Robert Taylor to William and Carrie Brickhouse, 1515 Marsh Pointe, $301,000.

Mark and Rebecca Kilgus to Debra Glisson, 113 Kiawa Way, $550,000.

Bernice Koff to Randy and Kristi Nelson, 1435 Salter Path Road #F4, $555,000.

MARSHALLBERG

Cameron and Jillian Nelson to Robert and Theresa Lee, 264 Star Church Road, $115,000.

MOREHEAD CITY

Tonia and Will Gillikin to Alejandro Garcia, 2512 Mayberry Loop

Deborah and Jasper Phillips, Jr. to Darlene Rappa, 502 Village Green Drive, $175,000.

TJW Properties, LLC to Waine Family, LLC, 2010 Bridges St. and 204 21st St., $180,000.

John and Yuvette Peterson to Aaron Arnette, 202 Cedarwood Village, $188,000.

Janet Warren and Mark Schmidt to Mark and Gail Zahnd, 181 Drum Inlet, $190,000.

Susan and Robert Piner to Tina and Chester Pittman, Jr., 142

Erika Hardison to Peter and Lyndsay Woods, 1108 Palmer Way, $310,000.

Edward Renfrow to Albert Simpson, III and Don Smith, 106 Bogue Landing Drive, $323,500.

John and Ashley Clark to Aaron and Valerie Payne, 2407 Marsh Tern Lane, $350,000.

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Ricky and Laura Hardison to Catherine and John Jones, III, 101 Cap’n Pat Lane, $382,500.

Willard and Cynthia Capps to Albert Davis, 1502 Scotts Landing, $425,000.

JoAnn Morano to Paul and Janet Berry, 6367 Old Yaupon Road, $440,000.

Grayson Russell to Jeffrey and Keri McCann, 1403 Shepard St., $549,000.

Thomas and Barbara Backman to Christopher and Carly Frank, 105 Core Drive, $598,500.

Martha Kennon to Whitley Brown, 5211 Webb Court, $650,000.

Paul and Donna Getty to Greg and Amber Patterson, 169 Wildwood River Ridge Road, $675,000.

Michael and Debra Anderson to Lawrence and Rebecca Howser, 5213 Driftwood Lane, $705,000.

Harry and Eleanor McArver to Evelyn Faulkner, 4403 Coral Point Drive, $800,000.

NEWPORT

Kerry and Kimberly Moles to Heather Underhill, 201 Morada Bay Drive, $50,000.

George and Tracey Brummitt to Ruby Turney and Alicia Holden, 234 Rollingwood Drive, $70,000.

Bobbie and Anthony Harley to Rocio Arias and Jose Jimenez, 213 Hardesty Farm Road, $97,000.

Kimberly and Robert Lewis to Paul Thebeau, 934 Church St., $127,000.

Vernon Howell to Frederick and Lori Bennett, 2253 Mill Creek Road, $127,500.

Gary Hill to Austin and Megan Whitehurst, 578 Nine Foot Road, $134,000.

Leon and Phyllis Ward to Modular Technologies, Inc., 414 Blue Goose Lane, $145,000.

Brandon and Loni Doshier to Thomas Pace, 110 Green Tree Lane, $146,000.

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Arlene Landsburg, 326 Country Club Lane, $152,000.

Denise and Frederick Hasbargen, Jr. to Tommy Burns, II, 359 Rollingwood Drive, $152,000.

Heritage Investments of the Coast, LLC to James Markham, 324 Foxhall Road, $155,000.

Charles and Bobbie Roberts to Samuel and Antoinette Parks, 219 Snow Goose Lane, $157,500.

Julia Polk and Timothy Hall to James and Rikka Petty, 2008 Thompson Drive, $160,000.

David and Diane Pettit to Ryan and Heather MacFarland, 111 Country Side Court, $177,000.

John-Mark and Miranda Ziegler to Rebekah Reynolds, 244 B.J. Taylor Road, $180,000.

Charlene and Paul Turner, Jr. to Iris and James Collins, Jr., 322 Snow Goose Lane, $205,000.

Ryan and Tama Ward to Anthony and Jennifer Gardner, 509 Lanyard Drive, $389,000.

$150,000.

Streamline Developers, LLC to Peter and Jennifer Kapasakis, 209 Bogue Carrier Court, $415,000.

Glenn and June MacFadden to Joseph and Nancy Little, 189 & 195 Bachshore Lane, $525,000.

Jerri Builders, Inc. to Luke and Tamatha Crouson, 704 Yachtsman Place, $466,500.

T. Richard and Janie Perrine to William and Barbara Rose, 189 Hibbs Road Ext., $507,000.

George and Suzanne Bartels to Robert and Barbara Thiebeau, 259 Pearson Circle, $590,000.

Tina and Chester Pittman, Jr. to Todd and Shelley Smith, 761 & 773 Hwy 24, $1,900,000.

PINE KNOLL SHORES

Paula Godfrey to Carolyn Padgette, 283 Salter Path Road, $93,500.

SMYRNA

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Steven and Katie Phifer to Cheryl Vodros, 118 Wildflower Way, $121,000.

Harvey and Melissa Mayse to Eric and Robyn Whalen, 200 Stella Bridgeway Drive, $226,000.

William Brooks and Donna Maglio to Courtney Delgado, 204 Stella Bridge Drive, $250,000.

Jeffrey and Jean Ruggiero to Russell and Susan Akers, 201 Willow Bridge Drive, $345,000.

Louis and Virginia Reinhardt to Brian and Carolina Latchford, 166 White Oak Bluff Road, $390,000.

SWANSBORO

Patrick and Erika McCarthy to Jacob Littrell, 251 Nicholson Ave., $207,000.

Lana Lewis to Sara and S. Ian Hartwell,277 Salter Path Road, $258,000.

Zachary and Melissa Germershausen to Randall and Katherine Seltzer, 110 Stern Road, $280,000.

David Reynolds to Larry and Joan Gracie, 570 Coral Drive #3, $285,000.

Clarence and Cathy Clontz to Mark and Sara Williams, 218 Palomino Lane, $167,000.

Joseph and Kristi Strube to Eric and Catherine Tellefsen, 135 Juniper Road, $285,000.

First Choice Properties & Development to Melissa Harrison, 207 Palomino Lane, $187,500.

Susan Walsh to Alexander and Megan Smith, 135 Oakleaf Drive, $350,000.

Brian and Amy Darracott to Zadda Bazzy and Beau Willey, 202 Coldwater Drive, $220,000.

James McKeand to James and Sara Adcox, 563 Coral Ridge Road, $356,000.

Tony McNeill Homes, Inc. to Andrew McDougald, Jr. and Dana Brocious, 402 Moss Springs Drive, $240,000.

James and Dana Parrish to Douglas Champion and Susan Suggs, 319 Salter Path Road #1, $374,500.

Marianne Herlihy to Matthew and Stephanie Broughton, 123 Rolling Hill Drive, $270,000.

Phillip and Kimberly Lewis to David and Virginia Merritt, 590 Marina Drive #21, $386,500.

Christopher and Polly Johns to James and Shanna Strickland, 340 River Creek Lane, $355,500.

Jesse and Hayley KIncer to Stephen and Sophie Foster, 106 Gracelyn Lane, $281,000.

Wade and Julia Reinthaler to Nicholas Smith, 177 Church Gate Lane, $291,000.

Sun Coast Homes & Development, Inc. to Sandra English, 155 Woodward Ave., $313,000.

Humphrey Builders, LLC to James and Storme Hubert, 258 Pearson Circle, $330,000.

Ricky and Annette Hall to Cameron Gibson, 202 Seagrass Way, $335,000.

Murdoch & Associates, Inc. to Ricky and Annette Hall, 305 Bogue Watch Drive, $356,500.

Jeffrey and Patty Hubbard to Rebecca Manning and Joseph Bass, III, 545 Salter Path Road, $555,000.

Larry Nowell to Herbert Crouchley and Sandra Wilusz, 240 Hickory Shores Drive, $375,000.

SALTER PATH

Dwayne and Barbara Jackson to Justin and Heather Hall, 711 Lanyard Drive, $380,000.

Nationstar Mortgage, LLC to Michael and Penny Weaver, 103 Ocean View Lane, $149,000.

Linda Salter to MJNB Properties, Inc., 1140 Salter Path Road,

Betty Lewis to Derick Pacheco, 101 Hadnot Drive, $136,000.

*Publisher’s Note: This data is provided as public information available to all county residents.

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

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SEPTEMBER

ARIES (March 21-April 20) Surround yourself with people who have more experience than you and can offer advice. Listen to the pearls of wisdom they may share with you. You may want to be everywhere at once when the social invitations arrive. But this month you will have to pick your RSVPs carefully. Spend time with close friends. Aries, things that may have confounded you in the past may become much clearer. Someone comes into your life and will explain what you need to know. You may want to pull the covers over your head and stay in bed at the end of the month, but that simply isn’t an option. If you dust yourself off and get out there, you’ll get back on track.

LEO (July 23-August 23) Leo, if you have been mulling over going back to school, then now is your opportunity to enroll in a vocational class or take college courses for more credit. If you have had an overwhelming few weeks, you can find a restful spot to recharge. Plan a spa weekend or even just a quiet hike through a state park.

Let supervisors know just how much you have been contributing at work and how it has been beneficial to their bottom line.

This can be the doorway to a pay increase.

It is important to have goals, but not at the expense of friendships. If you have to put success over the needs of others, it may not be worth it. Wait until everything jibes.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) Try your best to turn a situation that could easily get out of control into one you can manage more easily, Sagittarius. It will probably require some quick thinking. You may find yourself as the life of the party early this month. Embrace the limelight but make sure to set aside some time for rest and relaxation. You may feel like you’ve taken on too much, and now you think you can’t get it all accomplished. It may take a few long nights, but your initial goal is still attainable.

You may get an inkling that change is ahead, but you can’t pinpoint which direction it’s coming from. Just be at the ready for anything that seems unusual.

TAURUS (April 21-May 21) Taurus, a new coworker may come to you with questions because you are an expert in a particular area. This presents a good opportunity to serve as a mentor. You may have a lot of things on your mind. The best way to handle this kind of situation is to find a quiet place and think about all the answers you need. Conversations with friends midmonth prove to be a great mood-lifter. Things in your life will continue in a positive direction for some time afterwards. Don’t lose your patience if you need to repeat yourself a few times before your point comes across to others. Eventually, others will start to come around.

VIRGO (August 24-September 22) Virgo, your creative side will be on display early this month as you can showcase crafts or artwork that is inspired by the colors of autumn. Put your thoughts in motion. A change of scenery may be something you can use right now. Pack up an overnight bag or backpack and hit the road for some spontaneous adventures. Do not feel like you have to change much about yourself to fit the mold others have created. It is OK to be unique and be proud of your differences.

Having a plan in place at all times is your saving grace. When something unexpected happens, you will be able to handle it without breaking a sweat.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Family matters come to the forefront as the month opens. You may find yourself in the middle of a siblings squabble. Fortunately, things will blow over quickly. You have a big event on the horizon that you have been planning, Capricorn. If it has been taking up too much of your energy, try delegating a few tasks to get some relief. It is okay to seek perfection, but not when others are helping out. Be grateful of all they have to offer, even if you may need to fix something along the way. When someone challenges you, it’s best to not get defensive. This may seem like you are admitting guilt. Instead, do not engage this person much.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Expensive items have been on your mind, Gemini, but this may not be the best time to make big financial decisions. Give them a little more thought. A spending spree is not the way to go right now. You have to be more responsible with your money. Ask a relative or friend to help you work on a budget. Even though work life and home life are separate, there are some instances when they might overlap. Take some time this month to build deep relationships. Do not worry if your workload seems overwhelming. Relief is on the way. A hero will swoop in and take some of the responsibility off your shoulders.

LIBRA (September 23-October 23) You are very good at compromising, Libra.

This is one reason why people like you as a friend. Do not compromise your own ideals to go along with every plan though. Focus most of your energy on a work assignment that has been looming for some time now. Once it is off your plate, you can focus your energy on everything else. You are naturally trusting of others. But keep a small amount of skepticism going so that no one takes advantage of you.

Once you vet friends, keep them close. Two friends or family members may try to put you in the middle of their quarrel this month. This is an unenviable situation. Try to remain as neutral as possible.

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) A series of events at work may have you thinking about a change in position and/ or career, Aquarius. Don’t make any rash moves just yet. Try to be supportive of those around you even when you may not agree with all of their reasoning. Diplomacy will help you keep a good group of friends. You must follow through when you say you are going to do something this month. If not, others may associate you with empty promises, and that reputation is not easily remedied. When work pressures get to you, it’s best to take a little time off on the weekend to think about anything but work. Immerse yourself in a hobby.

SCORPIO (October 24-November 22) Scorpio, enjoy socializing with your friends early this month. You have been on the go so much that it is time to settle down and enjoy a break and some good conversation. Don’t worry if people do not always understand your intentions. You are a natural born leader, and you have to make some challenging decisions from time to time. Spending too much time worrying about what others are doing or what they think of you is not productive. Focus on what makes you happy and don’t worry about others. Though it may be challenging, spend time engaging in frivolous activities this month rather serious pursuits. Show others you can let loose.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Try to take emotion out of all your decisions at the beginning of the month. Lead with your head instead of your heart, especially where work is concerned. Pisces, if you can’t figure out something that is puzzling you, it’s best to take it to a few other people who may offer a fresh perspective. Pick a weekend mid-month for kicking back and relaxing.

If you feel like hosting, open your home to some guests for even more fun. Travel plans may be slightly delayed, but they’re not completely off the table. Don’t worry about having to unpack those bags just yet.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Sometimes going about the same schedule day after day can put you in a rut, Cancer.

Change up one aspect of your daily life, and you may notice a big difference in your mood. Problems have a funny way of sticking around even when you try to avoid them.

Rather than running from difficult decisions, it is time to meet them head on. You have a trustworthy circle of friends. If the going gets a little tricky this month, call upon the people who just can’t wait to support you.

Happy times in your life have you exhibiting good will toward others. Maybe you’ll give a coworker a break or cast some good vibes on a friend.

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

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

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

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

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

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

OUTDOORS & MARINE

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

Fences Unlimited: 203 Jacob Drive, Morehead City, www.fencesunlimited.net. Custom wood, vinyl and aluminum fencing for all your landscaping and security needs. Free estimates, call 252-247-6033.

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

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

Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care: 902 WB McLean Blvd., Cape Carteret, 252-393-9005, yardworkslandscapes.com.

Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal Coast. Quality service in landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, outdoor lighting, hardscapes and design.

REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 252-515-4831 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, 84

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monthly and annual rentals. Knowledgeable and service award winning sales team supported by century21.com. Courteous local staff to meet your needs. Call us and see – you will not get a recording, only quick, professional personal service. Call 800-8222121, 252-354-2131 or visit www.coastland. com.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Call me for all of your real estate needs.

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

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

Realty World First Coast Realty: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, Realty World First Coast specializes in coastal real estate along the Crystal Coast. The right

agent makes all the difference. Find yours by calling 252-247-0077 or 252-247-1000, www. realtyworldfirstcoast.com.

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

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

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

Tab Premium Built Homes: 2851 Trent Road, New Bern, 252-638-8310. This Southern Living custom builder can bring your dreams to life. Custom, semi-custom and pre-priced home construction available throughout Eastern North Carolina. Visit www. tabpremiumbuilthomes.com.

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.

Edgewater Linen & Interiors: 407-6D Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-7261044. Specializing in design services, area rugs, custom window coverings, designer bedding, loungewear, all occasion gift items and cards, owner Patti Norris brings years of design experience into this unique boutique on the beach. “Problem solving is a true asset when dealing with interior spaces and having an understanding of color and design are key when dealing with customer’s needs.”

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 2 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 shoe selection.

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

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

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

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

money matters Online Banking Safety Tips In the digital era, many errands that once required leaving the house can be conducted from the comforts of home. Groceries can be ordered online and be delivered to consumers’ doorsteps, while bills can be paid online, saving men and women from having to drive to their nearby post office.

Online banking has revolutionized the way people manage their money. Investors can buy or sell stocks with the click of a mouse, and money can be moved across accounts just as easily and instantly.

Many consumers now even do their banking on their mobile phones.

In fact, a 2016 study from the Federal Reserve found that 67 percent of millennials use mobile banking, suggesting that mobile banking is the wave of the future.

While online or mobile banking makes it easy for consumers to manage their money, it’s also potentially much riskier than in-person banking at the bank. Unseen hackers and thieves are lurking online and in places where Wi-Fi is open and free, so online and mobile banking enthusiasts must exercise caution when accessing their accounts.

Sign up for two-factor authentication. Some banks and credit card companies now provide two-factor authentication, and some may even insist their customers use it. Two-factor authentication requires two forms of verification before users can log into their accounts. The first might be the traditional username and password, while the second might be a temporary code texted or emailed to users after they log into their accounts. Some consumers may feel two-factor authentication is tedious and slow, but it’s an effective

safety measure that should only delay online or mobile banking by a few seconds.

Use only secure network connections. Public Wi-Fi can be convenient, but consumers should never use such connections to do their online or mobile banking. The American Bankers Association suggests consumers always do their online banking via their own private home networks. Consumers who routinely use public Wi-Fi, even if it’s just for basic internet surfing, should log out of mobile banking apps or websites before logging on to public networks.

Change passwords frequently and avoid using the same password for more than one account. Many banking websites advise customers if their passwords are weak or strong when customers first set up their accounts. Even if customers’ passwords are deemed strong, it’s best to change them periodically so hackers or criminals cannot guess them. And consumers should never use the same password for more than one account, as that can make it much easier for criminals to steal consumers’ identities.

Monitor credit scores. Consumers have the right to one free credit report each year, but many credit card companies now update customers regarding their credit scores once per month. Consumers many need to sign up to take advantage of this service, but doing so is typically free. If credit scores suddenly dip unexpectedly and without reason, consumers may have been victimized by identity theft and can take the necessary action to address the issue.

Online and mobile banking is convenient, but consumers must tread carefully when accessing sensitive financial information online.

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Sun-Surf Realty Property Mgmt................................... 72 Sun-Surf Realty Sales ................................................. 19 Tab Premium Builders ................................................. 81 Tideline Lawn Care...................................................... 31 Top if Off Boutique ....................................................... 56 Town of Emerald Isle ................................................... 24 Ty Gay Builders ........................................................... 47 Unlimited Electrical Solutions ...................................... 29 William’s Floor Coverings ............................................ 34 William’s Hardware ...................................................... 43 Windows & More ......................................................... 42 Window, Wall & Interior Décor ..................................... 12 Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care ................. 27

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