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county perspective Bill Introduced in the Senate to Ban Seismic Testing in the Atlantic THE BUSINESS ALLIANCE for Protecting the Atlantic Coast, BAPAC, representing over 41,000 business from Maine to Florida, announced the introduction of “The Atlantic Seismic Airgun Act” into the Senate. The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce is a member of BAPAC and Tom Kies, president of the chamber, is the vice-chair of BAPAC’s board. US Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-NJ), Bill Nelson, (D-Fla.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) introduced the “Atlantic Seismic Airgun Protection Act” a bill to ban oil, gas and methane hydrate-related seismic activities in the Atlantic Ocean. The bill will prohibit the use of seismic airgun blasting – a disruptive and potentially economically damaging method of surveying offshore oil and gas reserves – in the North Atlantic, Mid Atlantic, South Atlantic, and Straits of Florida. “Offshore fossil fuel exploration of any kind in the Atlantic poses a direct and serious threat to New Jersey’s economy and environment. My colleagues and I will do everything in our power to protect our coastal communities and those who work in our fishing industry from the potentially disastrous effects of seismic blasting,” said Sen. Booker. “Our bill makes it clear that when it comes to offshore oil exploration of any kind, the Atlantic and our coasts are off limits.” “We are introducing this commonsense legislation because we have a responsibility to be good stewards of our environment, and allowing big oil to use seismic blasting methods that are incredibly disruptive to

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marine life is a total abdication of that responsibility,” said Sen. Menendez. “New Jersey’s fishing industry supports tens of thousands of jobs, and the state is home to one of the largest saltwater recreational fishing industries in the nation. I will continue to fight for New Jersey’s clean coastal waters and rich ecosystems, our small businesses and fishermen who have built and sustained a thriving shore economy against all odds in the wake of Superstorm Sandy, and for all New Jerseyans who know the value of having a clean energy future.” Booker has been an outspoken advocated for a ban on seismic airgun blasting and other harmful extraction efforts in the Atlantic. In August 2015, Booker sent a letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) urging a denial of four seismic survey applications for oil and gas exploration in the Atlantic Ocean. Last month, Booker spoke out against President Trump’s executive order on expediting off-shore drilling. In December 2016, the Obama administration announced a permanent ban of offshore drilling in deep water canyons from Virginia to New England. However, President Trump issued an executive order instructing the Department of Interior to set the seismic permit denials aside and continue to review the six permit applications for seismic testing in federal waters stretching from Delaware to Florida. That process has resumed. More than 120 Atlantic Coast local governments have passed resolutions opposing offshore drilling. They do not want the jobs that would come from industrializing their coasts and displacing their current tourism, commercial fishing and recreational economies.

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chamber connection Chamber’s 2017 Directory is Guide To ‘Doing Business’ at the Coast T 2017 BUSINESS Directory, THE published by the Carteret County p Chamber of Commerce, is now availC able – free of charge – at chamber a headquarters at 801 Arendell St., h Morehead City. M The 72- page publication was printed by NCCOAST Communip cations (publisher of the Island c Review) and designed by graphic R artist William France. a Tina Purifoy, chamber board chair, said: id “The “Th directory di iis not only visually attractive, it is especially useful to second home owners and vacationers, because it contains a complete roster of Chamber member businesses. “There are three listings of chamber members – by category (like the Yellow Pages), by name in alphabetical order, and by key contacts. “The directory is a ready-reference of businesses that provide services, including lawn care, health care, heating and air, boat repair, and vehicle servicing, plus hundreds of other catego-

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ries,” Purifoy said. Inside the book, are the “faces of the chamber” – chamber members in action. “The Carteret County Chamber is one of the most active chambers in the region, and second home owners are welcome to join. We have a category for seasonal or parttime residents. The annual membership fee is only $60. “We realize that it’s difficult for part-time residents to ‘come to stuff’, but being part of the chamber is a great way to stay connected and in-the-know about important political issues that affect us here in Carteret County – including education, transportation, insurance rates, taxes, beach nourishment, sea level rise and more. “Certainly, we’re on top of state and federal legislation and regulations that can have harmful effects on beach access and property values, such as the fast -track reviews suggested for permits for seismic blasting with an eye toward offshore oil drilling.” To inquire about membership, send your email message to Julie Naegelen at julie@nccoastchamber.com. To view the editorial content and photos of the 2017 Business Directory, go to www.nccoastchamber.com.

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DST FOR MOREHEAD CITY, NC 34Âº 43â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Latitude 76Âº 42â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Longitude Tidal Time Difference Between Morehead City &: HIGH LOW Atlantic Beach -:41 -:39 Atlantic Beach Bridge +:22 +:34 Beaufort Inlet -:19 -:17 Bogue Inlet -:13 -:13 Cape Lookout -:43 -:49 Core Creek Bridge +1:00 +1:19 Drum Inlet -:29 -:31 Duke Marine Lab +:16 +:12 Ft. Macon USCG -:09 -:10 Harkers Island +1.26 +2:06 Harkers Island Bridge +1:42 +2:04 Hatteras Inlet -:18 -:15 Newport River +:44 +1:02 New River Inlet -:10 -:11

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Power of a POSITIVE Attitude

A BALANCED DIET, exercise, genetics, and even certain medications can work in concert to make a person healthy. But a person’s demeanor also can factor into personal health. The Mayo Clinic says that whether or not a person is an optimist or a pessimist can affect many areas of his or her health and well-being, and those who see the glass as half-full may ultimately be healthier than those who see it as half-empty. Positive thinking can make it easier to manage stress. The body responds differently based on an individual’s mood, and it may produce stress hormones if a person’s outlook is negative. Such stress hormones can compromise the immune system, increase blood pressure and even reduce the body’s ability to burn fat effectively. Thinking negatively and being on edge also can increase a person’s risk for developing cardiovascular disease and aging prematurely. Conversely, maintaining a positive attitude can be good for your health. Studies have shown that thinking positively can lower rates of depression and anxiety, increase life expectancy and provide greater resistance to certain illnesses, such as the common cold. A 2012 preliminary study from researchers at Stanford University found that daughters of mothers suffering from depression were able to witness their own stress levels go down on a realtime brain scan as they switched from negative thoughts to happy ones. Researchers are unsure why positive thinking has such profound effects. But in addition to limiting stress-releasing hormones, positive thinking may inspire people to live healthier lifestyles that make them more likely to get routine physical activity and eat a healthy diet. Happy people may also be less likely to use tobacco products or alcohol as a coping mechanism when dealing with elevated stress levels, and such people will not have to deal with the side effects that can come with these unhealthy behaviors. Becoming a more positive thinker can take a little effort for those without a natural inclination for optimism. But because positive thinking boasts such significant health benefits, men and women might want to try the following methods to embrace their optimistic side. ■ Exercise. Start an exercise regimen, as physical activity naturally reduces stress and can improve mood. ■ Embrace humor. Surround yourself with others who bring a smile to your face. Look for ways to laugh as much as possible. Rather than go out to dinner or a bar with friends, head to a comedy club. Choose comedies at the movie theater and find humor in everyday happenings. 18 ISLAND REVIEW

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■ Identify areas that need change. Think about moments in life that may bring you down or inspire negative reactions. If work is problematic, figure out ways to make it better and work toward improving the situation. ■ Be supportive of yourself. Consider what you would say to others and then treat yourself the same way. Would you be overly negative or derogatory toward a complete stranger? Probably not, and there is no reason to be harsh with yourself, either. Push negative thoughts away. ■ Volunteer. One way to see the world in a more positive light is to help others who may be less fortunate than you. Volunteering not only helps others, but it also can help you put your own problems in perspective. Volunteering also helps you feel good about your efforts, which can translate into positive thinking. ■ Think like a child. Take a cue from youngsters and find joy in the little things. Let children be the leaders in activities and mimic what they do. You just may find yourself laughing more and enjoying yourself. Being silly for a little while is one way to recapture the feelings of youth. Positive thinking is more than the subject matter of selfhelp books. It’s a viable way to improve personal health and live longer.

Laughter is Good Medicine Laughter combined with positive thinking is a prescription for good health. Research shows laughter relaxes the entire body, relieving physical tension and stress for up to 45 minutes. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases infection-fighting antibodies. Endorphins that promote an overall sense of well-being and relieve pain can be released from a hearty bout of laughter. Furthermore, laughter can increase blood flow throughout the body, which protects against hypertension and heart attack.

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War cannon in the tradition of the military’s “Evening Gun.” Troops from US Coast Guard Base Fort Macon will make up the cannon crew. Details: 252-726-3775. Seaside Cinema. 8:30pm. Join friends and family members at the Atlantic Beach boardwalk for movies under the stars. This month’s schedule includes “Moana” (5th), “Jaws” (5th), “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” (12th), “Sing” (19th) and “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” (26th). Free. Storytelling Festival. 10am & 2pm. The Friends of the Bogue Banks, Western Carteret and Carteret County Libraries and the Beaufort Inn present this annual celebration of storytelling. Performances are held at 10am at the Crystal Coast Civic Center and at 2pm at Bethlehem United Methodist Church. This year’s schedule includes Lona Bartlett and her puppets (5th), Ron Jones traditional folk tales (12th), No Sleeves Magic (19th) and the Bright Star Theater (26th). Free. Details: 252247-4660. 5 & 19: Coastal Cruises. 10am. Join the NC Coastal Federation for a two-hour cruise through the estuaries around Swansboro. All ages are welcome. Closed-toe shoes are recommended. The cost is $25 and space is limited. Details: www.nccoast.org, 252-393-8185. 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: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. 6, 13, 20, 27: EmeraldFest. 6:30-8pm. Enjoy live music and a peaceful ocean breeze at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access, Emerald Isle. This month 4EverAll (6th), Now & Then (13th), Bobby Webb & Company (20th) and Big Drink (27th) perform. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. Free. Details: 252354-6350. Fishing Fanatics. 8-11am. Learn to catch the big ones from the surf with hands-on instruction from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Equipment, bait and licensing requirements are covered. Age 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com. 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. 6-7, 20-21: Summer Science School – Fish & Fishing. 9am-Noon. An introduction to coastal fish and fishing methods with the NC Maritime Museum’s Summer Science School. Cane poles, bait and tackle provided for dock fishing. Students also board a research vessel to catch and identify life in near shore waters. Rising

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6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27: Maritime Movies. 3pm. Beat the heat and catch an afternoon movie at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Movies run each Tuesday and Thursday throughout July. No registration required. Free to attend. Movies include “Rescue Men – The Pea Island Lifesavers” (6th), “The Cape Lookout Lighthouse” (11th), “The Carolina Brogue” (13th), “Hitler’s Secret Attach on America” (18th), “Storm Warriors” (20th), “Lincoln’s Secret Weapon – USS Monitor” (25th) and “Wild Caught – The Life and Struggles of an American Fishing Town.” Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com

Wed. 12: Summer Science School – Preschool Story Time and Crafts. 9-10am. Includes a story, estuarine critter observation and a related craft at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Free. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: Aquarist Apprentice. 1:30-4:30pm. Join aquarium staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, help prepare animal meals and participate in some daily care and maintenance tasks. Educators teach you about the animals as you assist aquarists with their caretaking responsibilities. Age 13 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com. 7 & 21: Alive at Five. 5pm. Join the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association for a free concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Performers include Punch (7th) and Jim Quick and Coastline (21st). Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com or 252-808-0440. 7, 28: Concerts at the Fort. 6:30-8pm. Friends of Fort Macon annually bring visitors to the site with its popular concert program. This month, Wild Honey (7th) and 4EverAll (28th) perform. The concerts are free and open to the public. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Details: 252-726-3775. Fri. 7: Turtle Talk. 10:30am. Meet at the bath house at Fort Macon State Park to learn about the different species of sea turtles that inhabit our coastline. Free. Details: 252-726-3775. Sat. 8: Great 4th Race. 10am-2pm. Traditionallyrigged sailing craft rally to celebrate the historic voyages that carried the news of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the Outer Banks. Free. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. BHA Summer Party. 7-11pm. Celebrate Beaufort summers with a party at the Beaufort Historic Site. Enjoy food, open bar, music and a live and silent auction to benefit the Beaufort Historical Association. Tickets are $100. Details: 252-728-5225. 10 & 24: Bird Hike. 9am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon and take a leisurely hike to identify birds native to the area. Fort Macon has an amazing mix of shore birds and songbirds, and there is always something new to see. Details: 252-726-3775. 11-12, 18-19: Summer Science School – Pirates! 9am-Noon. Become part of the pirate crew on this two-day class at the NC Maritime Museum. Rising 1st-2nd graders, $60. Advance registration required. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Tue. 11: Shackleford Banks – Horses, Hiking and History. 9:30am-1:30pm. Experience the national park with a guided hike on the Shackleford Banks with the NC Maritime Museum. Not

13-15: Barta Billfish Tournament. This catch and release tournament gets young people in the community out in the water with regional anglers in hopes of catching a big one. Organized by outdoor enthusiast and television personality Tred Barta, the event has raised more than $800,000 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Coastal Carolina since 2004. Details: bartabillfish.com. 13 & 24: Junior Ranger Day. 2-4:30pm. Sign your youngsters ages 6-12 up to work with a park ranger and earn their Junior Ranger patch at Fort Macon State Park. Details: 252-726-3775. 13, 27: Beach Run. 6:30pm. Carteret County Parks and Recreation organizes this annual series featuring 1-mile, 5K and 10K options for all skill levels at the Atlantic Beach Circle. Cost is $7 per race. Registration begins at 5:15pm. Register online at ccpr.recdesk.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. Details: 252-354-6350. Fort Macon Seashells. 10:30am. Join a ranger at Fort Macon’s swimming beach to look for and learn about North Carolina’s seashells. Free. Details: 252-726-3775. Brenda Bruce Performs. 7pm. Pianist Brenda Bruce brings her talent to St. Francis by the Sea to perform “Familiar Favorites – Music of Schumann, Liszt and Gershwin.” Free to attend, however donations are graciously accepted. Details: 252-240-2388. 15-16: Living History Weekend. 10am-4pm. Reenactors with the 1st North Carolina Volunteers spend the weekend at Fort Macon State Park for a variety of demonstrations and programs. Activities include flag talks, fashion discussions, musket drills and artillery demonstrations. Free. Sat. 15: Build a Boat in a Day. 9am-4:30pm. Adult and child teams use the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling. Cost is $600. Reservations are required. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Historic Beaufort Road Race. 7:30am. One of the area’s largest road races helps raise funds for college scholarship for high school seniors around the county. Event includes 10K, 5K and 1 mile races along with 10K and 5K wheelchair events, a 5K baby jogger race and 5K and 1-mile timed walks. Details: www.runsignup. com/race/events/nc/beaufort/historicbeaufortroadrace. 17-19: Summer Science School – Boats & Models. 9am-noon. Build a model of a fishing boat (tug or trawler) at the NC Maritime Museum’s watercraft center during this three-day program, and learn about local waterways. Open to rising third and fourth graders. Cost is $95. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.

18-20: Summer Science School – Maritime Myths, Kraken, Mermaid and Leviathan. 9am-1pm. Throughout history there have been sightings of strange creatures in the waters off North Carolina. Open to rising seventh through tenth graders, $85.Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. 20-21: Seashore Life I. 9am-Noon. Investigate coastal marine life of the tidal flats, salt marshes and sounds on local islands in this NC Maritime Museum program. Field-based class includes ferry rides, barrier island hiking and animal identification. Rising 1st and 2nd graders, $60. Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Fri. 21: 11th Annual Crab Cake Cook-Off. 6-8pm. Taste delicious crab cakes made by four volunteer guest chefs and vote on your favorite at this NC Maritime Museum fundraiser. Event is open to members only, however, membership begins at just $35. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Crab Talk. 10:30am. Meet at the bath house at Fort Macon State Park to learn about the crabs that roam the beach and waterways in North Carolina. Free. Details: 252-726-3775. On the Border. 8pm. This Eagles tribute band visits the Carteret Community Theatre. Tickets are available online, or at the door. Details: www.carteretcommunitytheatre.com. Sat. 22: Pine Needle Basket Workshop. 10am2pm. Join the Beaufort Historical Association and volunteer Sandi Malone for the centuriesold art of pine needle basket making. Cost is $45 for materials. Details: 252-728-5225. Tue. 25: 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. Cost is $25 per person, $15 with own kayak. Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Behind the Scenes – Costume Shop. 2pm. Visit the Tryon Palace Costume Shop for a discussion on historical clothing, research and sewing techniques used in the past. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for students. Included with regular admission. Details: www.tryonpalace.org. Thur. 27: Astronomy. 8:30pm. Meet at the bathhouse at Fort Macon State Park to view space through a telescope and learn more about the universe. Details: 252-726-3775. 28-30: “Rent.” Carteret Community Theatre brings this contemporary musical to the stage. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8pm with Sunday matinees at 2pm. Tickets are $15-$21 and available at www.carteretcommunitytheatre.com. Fri. 28: Dolphins and Whales. 10:30am. Join a ranger at the bath house at Fort Macon State Park to learn about the different marine mammals that can be found along our shore. Free. Details: 252-726-3775. 29-30: Introduction to Wooden Boat Building. 9am4:30pm. In this two-day hands on course, students explore the art of boat building from start to finish. 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. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. July 2017

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Summer is in Full Swing IT IS HARD to believe that it is July already. The time just seems to fly by. July is one of my favorite months at the beach. The ocean is warm and it makes for great fun in the water. I enjoy walking on the beach in the mornings in July. How exciting and refreshing it is to be out early walking along the shoreline. How often we take things for granted and forget how fortunate we are to be able to call Emerald Isle home. July to me means time with family and friends, ice cold Bogue Sound watermelon, hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill and ice cream. Some of my fondest memories as a child would be making homemade ice cream. I can remember the excitement of turning the handle until the ice cream is ready to eat. The taste of homemade peach or strawberry ice cream is hard to beat. Take time and enjoy July at the beach as you spend it with family and friends. The annual 4th of July fireworks will be held on Tuesday, July 4 at 9pm. The town will once again present the display at Bogue Inlet Pier. Parking will be available at the pier as well as along NC 58. The fireworks will also be visible from Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. This is always an exciting event for our residents and visitors. The EMS will host a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, July 1 from 7-11am. The breakfast will be held at the EMS building

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and the cost is only $5 per person. This includes delicious homemade pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. Please come out on Saturday, July 1 and support our EMS. The food will be great and you will be supporting our EMS! The PEP (Police Educating the Public) will be held on Tuesday, July 18 at 10am in the town board meeting room. Please join us for this informative program. The goal of the program is to improve the understanding and awareness of the public by providing information and proven strategies on how to keep from becoming a victim of criminal activity. The program for July is Firearms Safety/Gun Laws for Citizens. Coffee with a Cop will be held at Stir It Up on Thursday, July 27 at 9am. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and talk with police officers. We are so blessed to have a wonderful Police Force. Please join us. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the EmeraldFest Concerts each Thursday evening at 6pm at the Western Ocean Regional Access. What a wonderful way to spend your Thursday evening at the beach and to hear great music. See you each Thursday for EmeraldFest. I hope you have a wonderful July. It will be a great month in Emerald Isle. Take time to enjoy our Island. See you around the beach.

the onlooker Mike Wagoner

Observations at the Beach: What’s Trending This Summer SUMMER’S OFFICIALLY HERE, but barely. It may be July … but there’s still a whole lot of calendar left in the summer season ... about 11 weeks’ worth. Soak it all in. Stationed strategically in Atlantic Beach about a quartermile west of Fort Macon State Park, this writer’s “observation station” allows for close inspection of a broad spectrum of beachgoers, their gear and their activities. Daytrippers and locals are attracted to the free, public beach at Fort Macon where alcoholic beverages are prohibited to ensure a family-fun atmosphere. West of the park boundary, second home owners, their guests and vacationers who have rented cottages or condominiums have private access to the beach. Here, it’s legal for adults to tote coolers laden with alcoholic products. Some of those coolers contain vast quantities of summertime elixirs. Bottom line: It’s fun to look on and study all kinds, sizes and forms of humanity. Some observations: Lots of dogs on leashes this year. Not to be stereotypical, but it does seem the larger dogs are prone to be more socially adjusted … friendly toward children and unfazed by the smaller dogs that tend to yip, yap, bark and become all addled as the larger dogs pass them by. Most mid-sized dogs appear to tolerate moderate walks on the beach, while their body language seemingly indicates they are wishing and hoping their humans will soon escort them back to a shady spot or air-conditioned comfort. Swimwear fashion is a personal decision, of course. Suffice it to say, some folks prefer more fabric than others. Freedom of choice. Is this what makes “America Great” or what? Fewer and fewer people are bringing beach blankets to the shore these days. Simple, fold-em-up blankets are being replaced by an array of versatile and high-tech beach chairs, including laybacks, face downs and loungers. The best of the bunch come with built-in cup holders and head rests. Some “fold up” with straps like backpacks. (Canopy chairs are

rather dorky.) To transport “stuff” from the parking lot to the beach, the chore may require a wagon, a “wonder wheeler” beach cart or the deluxe “wheeleez” beach cart with its over-sized rubber wheels. Boogie boarding is both an art and a science. Body surfers get better rides if they heed the length/weight recommendations. Get a 24-inch board for someone who weighs less than 70 pounds. Those who weigh 180 pounds or more need a 45inch board. Check the chart for weights that are in-between. The same rationale applies to skim boarders. Get a 33-inch board for someone who weighs less than 100 pounds. Those who weigh 170 pounds or more need a 41-inch board. Ditto on weights in-between. While tossing a football, baseball or frisbee, as well as kicking a soccer ball, on a low-tide beach is fun for some, others have transitioned to beach bocce ball, beach paddle ball and Velcro toss and catch. Light-weight cornhole boards are set up side-by-side with ladder toss games. To play the latter, form two teams. Each team gets three bolas. (A bola is two balls connected by a rope or string.) Hurl your bola toward a three-rung vertical ladder. Wrap the bola around a rung and score. The lower you go on the ladder, the higher the points. Over the long Memorial Day weekend this year, only a limited number of sightings of beach walkers who were overexposed or sunburned were recorded. Could be that more and more folks are wising up and applying some form of sunscreen to their bodies. Soothing lotion from the blue Coppertone Sport bottle goes on easier than the white goop that comes out of the orange Banana Boat bottle, which is somewhat reluctant to penetrate skin pores. Spray-on products are preferred by young mothers who are seeking to protect their children from harmful sun rays. But, beware and turn your head if you are parked on the beach downwind of a spray-on user. Many large groups stake their claim on the beach by erecting those 10-foot by 10-foot pop up tents. Families with small children often bring a portable sun shelter or half-tent wind shield. (Continued on page 24)

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Town Completes Purchase of Islander Drive Property, Clean-Up to Occur in June Town Completes Purchase of Islander Drive Property, Clean-Up to Occur in June THE TOWN HAS completed the purchase of the abandoned go-kart track and bumper boat facility on Islander Drive (adjacent to the Western Ocean Regional Access facility), and has retained a local contractor to remove all remaining concrete and debris. The entire site will be restored to a vacant, grassy field in June, and will then be reserved for future development. The town is pleased to acquire this land, and is anxious to immediately improve the aesthetics along Islander Drive. The town purchased the 1.8 acre tract for nearly $630,000 and will invest up to an additional $70,000 in cleanup and other associated expenses. The town was fortunate to receive $450,000 from Carteret County to assist with this land acquisition and greatly appreciates the county’s support. Following the clean-up, the town will pursue the development of a “meeting and events center” in this area, and will be working to combine the new tract with the Western Ocean Regional Access and potentially other tracts in this area for the new facility. The town will soon begin a (likely) year-long process to refine the project goals, determine the appropriate design criteria and other project parameters, solicit a private partner, and reach an agreement for future development that enhances the Emerald Isle economy, improves aesthetics in this underutilized area, and hopefully promotes additional quality development in this area in the future. The potential development of a meeting and events center will be thoroughly considered by the board of commissioners over the next year, and will include multiple opportunities for public input. The town is firmly committed to maintaining public access and parking at the Western Ocean Regional Access. That facility currently includes 165 parking spaces for beach access, and any future development plans will retain at least that many parking spaces for public use (and ideally increase that number). There is absolutely no potential scenario whereby beach access parking will be reduced or eliminated. Equally important, the town is firmly committed to its family beach image and small town atmosphere, and any new meeting and events center will be constructed with a style and scale that is consistent with current development patterns and community values in Emerald Isle, as outlined in the Town’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Project specifics will be determined over the next year, but any new structure(s) will comply with the town’s current building height limits and aesthetic requirements. Essentially, the town will be seeking a private partner that embraces the town’s overall vision that has been carefully implemented over the past several decades and that is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the future. As noted, the project specifics will be determined over the next year. If the town can devise a plan that achieves its goals as outlined in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and can attract a quality private partner, the project will proceed in the coming years. If not, the town will either use the 1.8 acre tract for other beneficial purposes or will market this desirable property for sale to a private entity. In the short-term, the acquisition and clean-up of the 1.8 acre tract will significantly enhance this area of Emerald Isle, and the town is pleased to proceed. In the long-term, there is potential for even greater benefits for the entire Emerald Isle community, with virtually no or very minimal risk to the town. Additional information about the town’s progress will be included in future editions of the Emerald Tidings newsletter, and also posted at www.emeraldisle-nc.org. For more information, please contact Town Manager Frank Rush at 252-354-3424 or frush@emeraldisle-nc.org. The town looks forward to significant positive improvements along Islander Drive in the future!

Hurricane Season is Here - Be Prepared The 2017 hurricane season is upon us, and the town urges all residents and property owners to be prepared! If the town is threatened by a tropical storm or hurricane, regular updates will be provided via the town’s email list (sign up at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/join-email-list), the town’s website (www.emeraldisle-nc.org), the Emerald Isle App (download it now at The App Store or Google Play) and via Facebook (Town of Emerald Isle, NC) and Twitter (@townemeraldisle). If you are an EI property owner, and don’t already have your hurricane re-entry pass, please visit the town administration building soon to secure your pass. PLEASE don’t wait until a storm is threatening EI, as the lines will be longer and town staff must focus on immediate hurricane preparations at that time. For more information about hurricane re-entry passes, and for other helpful hurricane information, please visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org/hurricaneinformation-1. “When does the Emerald Isle bridge close?” is always the most common question when a storm is threatening Emerald Isle. Please note that the bridge does not close at any pre-determined wind speed. The bridge is only closed if/when the mayor declares a state of emergency in Emerald Isle, enacts a mandatory evacuation order, and enacts a curfew in Emerald Isle, in which case no one should be moving around outside in Emerald Isle. Any such actions will be communicated via the town’s various digital platforms noted above. Hopefully Emerald Isle will be spared this hurricane season, but, just in case, please be prepared and keep your family and property safe!

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

isle! The town is pleased to debut its new promotional video to illustrate everything that is great about Emerald Isle! If you’ve never been here, it will make you want to come … if you’ve already been, it will have you dreaming of your next visit … and if you are fortunate enough to call Emerald Isle your home or your second home, you’ll be reminded how incredibly blessed we all are to be here! ENJOY! Special thanks to Brad Styron, Playa Graphics, for his great work on the video.

Relocation of Bogue Inlet Navigation Aids Delayed Until June The US Army Corps of Engineers recently completed navigation dredging to better establish a new, more central route for the Bogue Inlet connecting channel between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. The new route is generally indicated in red below. Unfortunately, the US Coast Guard has delayed the relocation of navigation aids to the new channel until later in June and has requested that the US Army Corps of Engineers complete additional touch-up dredging across the ocean bar portion of the navigation channel. This additional dredging work is expected to occur in June, after which the US Coast Guard is ex-

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pected to fully re-establish reliable navigation aids. In the meantime, boaters should transit the inlet with caution and at their own risk, and should not rely on any navigation aids that may still be present.

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Emerald Isle Businesses Continue to Make Improvements The entire Emerald Isle community, including the town, the business community and many dedicated citizens, works very hard to ensure that Emerald Isle is an attractive and welcoming community. There are many great improvements recently completed or still underway in Emerald Isle: • New pier house at Bogue Inlet Pier is nearing completion, • Rucker Johns recently completed an extensive interior redesign, • Expansion and renovation of The Islander is nearing completion, • Jordan’s House of Seafood has been sold to Emerald Isle residents and has been renamed Fishbar 58, with significant renovations, • Everything But Water (formerly Fran’s Beachwear) has completed a significant renovation, • OceanView Inn (on Bogue Inlet Drive) has completed significant exterior and interior improvements, • Remax Ocean Properties has renovated the exterior of their building behind BB&T, • Emerald Isle Post Office is undergoing a significant exterior renovation to provide a more coastal look with improved landscaping, • The commercial building housing Circle Pizza and Day 5 art gallery recently completed parking lot improvements, • Exterior of the Wings store has been repainted, • The Salty Pirate Water Park (formerly named the Water Boggan) is sprucing up and getting ready to open for the season, and many more! All of these improvements add up to a better community over time, and the town is pleased to see so many great things happening in Emerald Isle! We are blessed to have a quality group of local business owners who care about our community!

Lifeguards, Police Beach Patrol Ready to Help on the Beach Strand The Emerald Isle Police Department has implemented additional patrols on the beach strand and at key access locations in order to promote a safe and enjoyable beach experience and assist those in need. EIPD is staffed with quality officers who are eager to help our residents and visitors in any way. The Emerald Isle Fire Department manages the town’s lifeguard program, with fixed lifeguards on duty each day at the Eastern Ocean Regional Access and Western Ocean Regional Access, and with roving lifeguards covering the Town’s 11+ miles of beach on ATVs. Additional Fire Department personnel are trained for water rescue, and the Town is fortunate to have an excellent team of safety personnel on the beach. Additionally, each beach access location is outfitted with a “rescue tube” flotation device that can be used by good samaritans to assist those in need in the water. Please make sure you are fit enough to assist others, and always call or have another individual call 911 before responding to a person in distress in the water. Town personnel can usually respond in a matter of minutes to any location on the beach strand.

Important Beach Regulations The town has enacted various beach regulations over the years to promote safety and enjoyment by all on the beach strand. A complete list of regulations is located at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/Data/Sites/1/media/pdfs/ emeraldislebeachregulations.pdf. A few of the key regulations are as follows: • No fires are permitted on the beach strand, • Unattended beach equipment must be removed from the beach strand each night, • Littering on the beach is illegal, and will not be tolerated, • Please fill in all holes on the beach strand before you leave the beach, • Dogs are permitted on the beach, but must be on a leash at all times and feces must be removed, • Tampering with endangered sea turtle nests is a Federal offense, with steep penalties, and • Camping is not permitted on the beach strand.

Kayak Storage Racks Added The Parks and Recreation Department has installed new public kayak storage racks at Emerald Isle Woods Park and the Emerald Isle Public Boating Access Area, and the new racks are available for public use on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 252-354-6350. Enjoy the great kayak26 ISLAND REVIEW

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The Emerald Isle Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies in Carteret County, is participating in the “Watch for Me NC” campaign (www.watchformenc.org) to promote pedestrian and bicycle safety. The “Watch for Me NC” program aims to reduce pedestrian and bicycle injuries and deaths through a comprehensive, targeted approach of public education and police enforcement. If you are driving in Emerald Isle, be alert for pedestrians and bicyclists, especially those crossing NC 58 and Coast Guard Road. If you are on a bike or walking, use caution and adhere to signs and markings. BE SAFE!

Emerald Isle Sea Turtle Program Volunteers Hard at Work The sea turtle nesting season in Emerald Isle runs from May 1-Oct. 31 and the town is fortunate to have a great group of volunteers tracking and protecting sea turtle nests and assisting the hatchlings. For more information, or to volunteer, please visit www.emeraldisle-nc.org/sea-turtle-program-1.

Bike the Banks Raises Money for Improvements The 3rd annual Bike the Banks event, organized by the Emerald Isle Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, was held on May 6. This was the biggest year yet, with a total of 140 people turning out for three different bike rides. Despite a stiff headwind for the riders, it was a great day and raised approximately $5,500 for future bicycle and pedestrian projects in Emerald Isle!

Poker Run Raises $11,600 for Adventure Camp The Emerald Isle Parrot Head Club, a local group that likes to “party with a purpose,” held its annual Beach Bike Poker Run on May 20, and raised a total of approximately $11,600 for Semper Fi Odyssey Children’s Adventure Camp that serves children of injured and wounded service members. This year’s event was the biggest yet, with more than 250 riders!

Beach Wheelchair Program gets New Chairs Thanks to the generosity of several local individuals in recent months (with approximately $20,000 worth of beach wheelchair equipment and cash donated), the EI Fire Department’s popular beach wheelchair program is now stocked with a total of 12 specially-designed wheelchairs that enable disabled individuals to enjoy the beach and surf. The wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis each day at Fire Station 1, and are offered free of charge on a daily basis. For more information, please contact Fire Station 1 at 252-354-2445.

Save the Dunes Initiative Planting A group of local volunteers committed to dune preservation and enhancement recently installed new dune plantings at the Western Ocean Regional Access to restore and bolster the dunes near the beach stage. The town greatly appreciates the efforts of the Save the Dunes Initiative volunteers!

EmeraldFest Concerts Begin June 15 The popular EmeraldFest concert series is back for 2017, with the first concert scheduled for Thursday, June 15 from 6:30-8pm at the Western Ocean Regional Access. Weekly outdoor concerts will be held each Thursday evening through Aug. 17. For a full lineup, please visit www.emeraldislenc.org/emeraldfest-1. Also, check out SwanFest every Sunday night in downtown Swansboro, beginning on May 21 - www.seasideartscouncil.com!

Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival Set for Sept. 30 Make plans now to be in Emerald Isle on Sept. 30 for the renewed Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival! Another great lineup will perform all day long on the beach at the Western Ocean Regional Access!

Town Clerk’s Certified Municipal Clerk Status Renewed The town is fortunate to have the excellent services of Town Clerk Rhonda Ferebee, a long-time town employee who has served in this role since 2003. Rhonda was recently recertified as a Certified Municipal Clerk by the NC Association of Municipal Clerks and the UNC School of Government. This designation honors her expertise and commitment to the municipal clerk profession and the Town of Emerald Isle. In addition to the duties of town clerk, Rhonda also serves as the town’s human resources specialist and manages the town’s social media platforms. Most importantly, she provides excellent service to our customers and other Town employees with an always-helpful approach – she is the epitome of “Nice Matters”!

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Stepping Back in Time at Yana’s YANA’S YE OLDE Restaurant is a time capsule located in the heart of Swansboro. When you walk in (passing the life-sized Elvis that guards the front door), your senses are immediately surrounded. Movie and music memorabilia from the 1950s line the walls, broken up by mirrors and proudly-framed reviews. From the kitchen, which is situated in full view behind the old soda counter, a happy sizzling broadcasts from the grill to the rest of the restaurant. Yana’s will have been in business for 34 years this August. In those three and a half decades it has gained affection and praise from customers, claiming fans from as close as Raleigh and as far as Argentina, Sweden and France. Any chump can hang up pictures of Marilyn Monroe and James Dean; what Evelyn Moore, the owner of Yana’s, has done is create an experience that reflects good times while serving quality food with a care for customers that never goes out of style. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither was this combination restaurant and gift shop – that process began when Evelyn was 3 years old. “Wherever [my father] would go to take care of business, most of the time I would go along. I was riding in the truck with him, and got a

good education out of it,” Evelyn said once we were seated in a booth. She went with him to the chicken hatchery, to the lumber yard, and to see harvested cotton ginned into bales. Business training for Evelyn continued for years, a decision that was firmly supported by her mother. “She’d always say, ‘Go with your dad, you need to learn some business, cause you’ll learn to cook and do dishes and all that stuff soon enough’. And so she would get me out of the house to go with daddy…” Cooking did come soon enough, with training from her mother and recipes passed down through her mother’s family for generations – many of which are still served daily in Yana’s. Evelyn’s parents were also instrumental in supporting another important theme into her life: rock and roll. As a family, the Moores would drive into Charlotte whenever there was a show at the coliseum, usually on Saturday nights. “It was the place to be,” she said, adding casually that she had met Elvis in ‘55, back when he was still opening for other bands. Both the restaurant and memorabilia shop next door are filled with

references to the King, from massive posters to cutouts to a dancing figurine hanging from a ceiling fan. “I can’t even remember who was really playing that night,” she said. “At that time I was engaged to my first husband, so it wasn’t one of those things. He performed in Charlotte a lot, it was like his second home besides Memphis, you know.” Evelyn can roll out information on the heroes that line the walls like they were discovered just last year. It is almost as if these figures are old friends and, if you think about the influence they have had on her life and business, maybe they are. As for a love for a lost Golden Age, this can be traced back to when Evelyn was 4 years old, in the movie theater with her mother watching “Gone with the Wind” for the first time. “I sat through the whole thing, except for we went at intermission for chocolate candy bars, which was my favorite.” she laughed. Sitting through a whopping four hour film is a remarkable feat for a 4 year old, but Evelyn remembers being mesmerized. “I sat right there ... thinking, ‘This is really something, I would’ve loved to have lived back then.’ Back before the war started, when they were having all of their parties and dancing and having a good time. I loved the big dresses.” A similarly happy haze rests on the ‘50s for many, Evelyn included. “It was a time that was so different from how it is now,” she told me. “It was just a laid-back free time, because you weren’t scared of anything.” Evelyn is standing proudly on the shoulders of the people who loved her and supported her from a young age, and on 30+ years of her own hard work (during the restaurant’s first 13 years, it wasn’t closed for a single day). Today, she is still at the helm of Yana’s for all of its operating hours, going back and forth between the shop and restaurant seven days a week. Every evening she goes home to take care of the bookkeeping. From serving fritters that are made from her g great-grandmother’s recipe g p

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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 at: www.emeraldisle-nc.org/eiprd.

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AA: Saturdays at 8pm meets at town hall. Art Club: Meets every Wed, 12:00-4pm at town hall. Community Woodworkers’ Club: 1st Thurs at 7pm at town hall. Emerald Isle Stamp (Philately) Club: 2nd& 4th Thurs at 7pm at town hall. Quilters Group: 3rd Wed of each month from 1-4pm at town hall.

Athletics (Fun for all ages!) • 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: Fri 6-7pm, age 15 & under, 7-8pm, age 16 & up. *UNLESS NOTED, ALL ATHLETICS COST $2 FOR NON-MEMBERS*

Fitness The Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation offers a variety of fitness classes~ Fees: Members $1/ class, non-members $5/class (unless otherwise noted). Mon, Thu, Fri 8am - STEP; Mon & Wed 10:30am & 6:30pm - Small Group Strength Training ($10); Mon & Wed 4:15-5:15pm - Pilates; Mon &Tues 5:30pm - TABATA; Tues. 8am - DANCE FUSION; Tues 9am and Fri 9:15am - BODY SCULPT; Wed 8am - ZUMBA; Wed 5:30pm - POUND; Thurs. 10:15am - PiYo Live; Sat 9am - ADULT S.A.F.E. = Self-Defense, Awareness, Fitness & Empowerment ($5 non-members-$2 members)

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

Special Events and Information Storytime and Pre-K Play: Mondays @ 9am. Join Ms. Sarah for stories and fun! Email scutillo@emeraldisle-nc.org or call 252-354-6350 for more details. Summer Day Camp: Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation’s 8-session Summer Day Camp program runs through Aug. 11. Contact Program Supervisor, Sarah Cutillo at scutillo@emeraldisle-nc.org.

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Attend an infant massage USA Class. Infant massage is simple, easy to learn and effective. The lessons last 45 minutes and will be held on Tuesday mornings at 9:30am and Wednesday evenings at 5pm through Aug. 9 at the Community Center lounge located at 203 Leisure Lane in Emerald Isle. The cost is $15 for one class or $50 for four. EmeraldFest- The town’s popular EmeraldFest outdoor concert series is back again this summer! Concerts are held every Thursday evening through August at 6:30pm at the Western Ocean Regional Access. Bring your friends, lawn chairs or a blanket, and enjoy some great music from different genres! The lineup is available at www.emeraldisle-nc.org/emeraldfest-1. Tue. 4: Independence Day Holiday. Town offices and Community Center are closed. Tue. 4: Fireworks. The town will again present a fireworks display beginning at 9pm. Parking will be available at Bogue Inlet Pier as well as along NC 58. The fireworks will also be visible from Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Fri. 7: Lemonade for a Cure Sale. 9am-5pm Emerald Isle Community Center 203 Leisure Lane Summer Day Camp children will host a sale to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Fri. 14: Friday Free Flick. 7pm. Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1. Please bring chairs and or blankets. Movie this month is “Moana” Tue. 18: PEP Program (Police Educating the Public) 10-11am. The PEP program, or Police Educating the Public, is a series of one-hour classes in the town board room to increase public awareness and provide education and tips. Topic: Firearms Safety/Gun Laws for Citizens Thur. 20: Coffee with a Cop @ Stir It Up. 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!

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Sink your teeth into fun and facts all about sharks during Shark Week July 9-15 at the aquarium. Family-friendly programs, activities, crafts and displays portray the truth about these often misunderstood creatures, their essential role in the ocean ecosystem and the threats they face. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The popularity of Shark Week and the immense interest the public has in these fascinating animals gives us an opportunity to tell the real story of what is happening to sharks,â&#x20AC;? said Education Curator Windy Arey-Kent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finning, over-fishing, pollution and other factors have caused shark populations to plummet worldwide. That can indicate big problems for ocean ecosystems.â&#x20AC;? Shark Week activities, free with admission, include information on solutions.

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Make a splash during your vacation with the aquariumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stand-up paddle boarding adventures. The aquarium provides the boards, expert instruction and a nature-guided tour on the flora and fauna surrounding you as you explore Bogue Sound. This experience is available three days a week, including a session geared to kids. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rather sit down for the scenery, take a paddle trip along the shores of the Roosevelt Natural Area. Also enjoy sessions on catching crabs and clams and an evening beach expedition focused on sea turtles. For oceanside action, sign up for a surf fishing primer. To get out of the sun or rain, choose from a number of behind-the-scenes tours. These include a tour focused on the river otters, one on feeding the fish and another on feeding sharks, in addition to big-picture views. See the website for the full selection and the schedule. These activities require fees in addition to admission and advance registration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sign up early, as they fill quickly. Online registration is fast and easy.

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The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is 5 miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512. Hours are 9am-5pm daily. For more information, see www.ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores or call 252-247-4003.

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PEGGED AS ITS “Annual Coastal Issue,” the June edition of Our State magazine celebrated 100 landmarks of the North Carolina coast that give it “character and remind us that what’s important endures.” Our State readers were told: “You know these places, so familiar and recognizable. There’s the lighthouse you climb … the drive-in with the shrimp burger you always order, the bridge you cross to get to the island, your island where your favorite saltwater symbols stand to welcome you back, every time.” It must have been difficult to settle on just “100 Landmarks We Love on the Carolina Coast.” The coastal territory includes about 325 miles of ocean shoreline and more than 12,000 miles of estuarine shorelines that are considered part of the “inner banks.” In all, North Carolina’s coastal region includes 18 counties. Eight directly touch the Atlantic Ocean (from north to south): Currituck, Dare, Hyde, Carteret, Onslow, Pender, New Hanover and Brunswick. Ten other counties touch the sounds or rivers: Camden, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Chowan, Bertie, Washington, Tyrrell, Beaufort, Pamlico and Craven. A Crystal Coast coup is that about one-third of the coastal landmarks cited are connected to Carteret County in one way or another. No other county registered a higher “score” than Carteret. This is good marketing fodder for the Crystal Coast Tourism Authority, and we can have every confidence that the organization will make hay. The seven coastal North Carolina lighthouses are the headliners of the Our State list. Old Baldy on Bald Head Island is the oldest, and she observes her 200-year anniversary in 2017. However, the best lighthouse, of course, is Cape Lookout Lighthouse with its black and white diamonds. She is the centerpiece of Cape Lookout National Seashore in Carteret County. The national seashore, a unit of the National Park Service, is one of Carteret County’s “Great Eight” attractions, so designated by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce. Seven made the grade to be included in Our State top 100 list. The other six attractions are: ■ The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. ■ Fort Macon State Park at the eastern tip of Bogue Banks, just beyond Atlantic Beach. ■ Core Sound Waterfowl Museum &

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Heritage Center on Harkers Island. ■ The Beaufort Historical Association, which includes the Old Burying Ground in Beaufort. ■ The North Carolina Maritime Museum, which includes Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center on the Beaufort waterfront. ■ Croatan National Forest, which includes a big hunk of western Carteret County. Our State adds: “Hikers, campers and paddlers love to explore the only coastal forest on the East Coast. Just keep a lookout for things that bite” – including black bears, snakes and alligators. Park literature acknowledges that “it is perhaps not a forest suited for everyone.” Surely, the final member of the “elite eight” – the History Museum of Carteret County (formerly known as The History Place) in downtown Morehead City – would be included as an Our State “honorable mention.” Operated by the Carteret County Historical Association, the museum includes a research library with an extensive collection of documents from the Civil War-era. The library is a great resource for genealogists. (Perhaps the Our State editors were unaware of all that’s inside the museum.) Our State magazine says wild horses are found in three places in North Carolina. Two of those sites are right here in Carteret County – on Shackleford Banks within the Cape Lookout National Seashore and at the Rachel Carson Coastal Estuarine Reserve in Beaufort, which is made up of Town Marsh, Carrot Island, Bird Shoal and Horse Island. Our State sends readers to the Beaufort Town Hall on Front Street to peer inside the venerable building that served as the town’s old post office. “During the Great Depression, the US government commissioned artists to paint murals in post offices.” At Beaufort, the “mural portrays the sinking of the Crissie Wright in a storm” Jan. 11, 1886. She was described as a “beautiful three-masted schooner.” The legend is: “She come ashore on the sea beach side of Shackleford Banks near the Wade Shore community having lost her rudder. The whaling crews were prepared to attempt a rescue when the wind shifted and caused mountainous waves to prevent their launching.” The temperature dropped like a rock to 12 degrees (F). When finally rescuers were able to get to the vessel, they found two of the crew had been washed away and three had frozen to death. Only the ship’s cook survived. Publicity of this tragedy helped encourage building US Life-Saving Stations in Carteret County – at Core Banks (1888), Portsmouth (1894) and Cape Lookout (1896). To this day, Beaufort natives still use the expression “cold as the night the Crissie Wright came ashore.” Just three traditional beach resorts merit mention in the Our State top 100, because people return there year after year. One is the iconic Atlantis Lodge in Pine Knoll Shores, and it is “as dear to us as old friends.” The end of the story is Number 100: The Atlantic Ocean. Our State provides the perfect conclusion: “Whether we’re dropping fishing lines into it, boating across it, swimming and playing near its shore, listening to the crash of its waves, watching the sun rise out of it or just pondering the vast, blue beauty from afar, the second largest ocean in the world is our coastal muse.” That’s about as good as it gets.

CRYSTAL COAST GETS 36 PAGES OF INK Eureka. The June 2017 issue of Our State magazine sizzles with three articles, consuming an incredible 36 editorial pages, devoted exclusively to all the summertime fun that visitors can have in Carteret County and at the Crystal Coast. The stories were accompanied by 31 original photographs. The newsstand price of the magazine is $5.99. If you love the Crystal Coast, this deal is too good to pass up. An Emerald Isle sunrise is the magazine’s cover photograph, and Beaufort is featured as Our State’s … and North Carolina’s … keystone coastal community. Freelance photographer Emily Chaplin of Aspen, Colo., illustrated an article on Emerald Isle and contributed a brilliant photo essay on Beaufort. “Emerald Isle: Seaside Gem,” written by Adam Lucas, suggests “one of the most popular vacation destinations on the Crystal Coast began with a family’s cottage and love of the place that would become Emerald Isle.” Lucas is best known as an author of a series of sports books about the University of North Carolina men’s basketball program, spotlighting coaches, players, fans and commentators through the years. His historical profile on Julia Batten Wax and her family’s business – Emerald Isle Realty – is an Our State slam-dunk. In “Beaufort by Bike,” Our State Associate Editor Katie Saintsing explains: “A coastal town with an abundance of charm looks even sweeter aboard an old-school beach cruiser.” In this case, the cruiser is a retro Huffy bicycle with a wide-body seat and a classic willow woven basket attached to the handlebars. The fleet of bikes is owned by David and Betsy Cartier of Hungry Town Tours in Beaufort. Girls’ bikes have North Carolina license plates named for spices, a la parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme. (Parking them in the right order is paramount.) Boys’ bikes are named for different species of fish. Morehead City is featured in the magazine as well with an article titled “Deep-Sea Dream.” Readers are invited to board the charter boat Sensation and let Capt. Dale Britt “carry you out” about 45 miles to fish for blue marlin, tuna, wahoo and dolphin fish in the Gulf Stream waters. It’s “a place two hours beyond the Carolina shore where the ocean gives way to the sky,” wrote T. Edward Nickens, a regular columnist for Our State. “Venturing out to the Gulf Stream on a legendary sportfishing boat is nice. Hauling in a monster catch (weighing some 350 pounds) while you’re there is better,” Nickens wrote. (Photos for this article were shot by Jerry Wolford and Scott Muthersbaugh.) What is the advertising/public relations dollar value of 36 pages in Our State magazine? Suffice it to say: “Ka-ching!” Carol Lohr, director of the Carteret County Tourism Authority, showed Elizabeth Hudson, Our State’s Editor in Chief, around on a recent visit to the Crystal Coast. “Elizabeth loved everything we did, including a sunset cruise onboard the Sensation with Capt. Dale,” Lohr said. “He has admired her writings for years. “The bike ride we took with Betsy and Hungry Town was the first time Elizabeth had been on a bicycle in years. I heard she went out and bought one after her visit with us! “Our State magazine has a very loyal readership who loves the coast as much as we all do,” Lohr added.

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Puerto Rican National Longboard Championship, Pelletier came home to the Crystal Coast in the early 1990s to spend his final days with friends and family before succumbing to cancer. Surfing begins Saturday, July 29 at 7am each day. Saturday’s heats will be followed by a beach party with live entertainment. The surfing continues on Sunday, with awards typically presented mid-afternoon. The entry form and additional information about the contest, sponsorship opportunities and the foundation can be found at www.buddypelletier.com or by calling 252-725-9277. By David Taylor

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Re-Entry Pass Program WE ARE IN the midst of the summer in Atlantic Beach. This is the time of year that we want to focus on fun and sun; on the boat and the beach. But, we have to keep in mind that hurricane season officially started on June 1 and we have a history of serious storms in July. We all need to be prepared. Each year when a storm threatens us, town hall receives a surge of the same questions regarding the closing of bridges and re-entry passes. The same policies have been in place for years and I’ll recap them below in hopes of answering your questions before the next storm approaches. First, we are often asked when the bridge will close. The answer to this question is that we never actually close the bridges. Local police or the highway patrol will always let someone off the island during a storm. They may, however, advise you against crossing in high winds or in a high profile vehicle (such as a van or SUV). On the other hand, we do sometimes control access on to the island, but only if an evacuation has been ordered. It is only during an evacuation that you may need a re-entry pass to onto the island before the general public is allowed. If no evacuation has been ordered, there will be no access control at the bridges and you will not need a re-entry pass. The purpose of a re-entry pass system is to control access back into town in the case of significant damage to property. If there is damage to homes and businesses, there is no reason for

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Ralph and Carolyn Gregory to Frank and April Roethel and Roseann Roethel, 2111 Fort Macon Road #241, $295,000. David and Cynthia Barber to Jay and Leslie Jandrain, 502 Terminal Blvd., $299,000. FMB at the Grove, LLC to Preston and Alexandra Bunn, 107 Bogue Blvd., $299,000. FMB at the Grove, LLC to Sean Kenny, 107 Bogue Blvd., $301,000. Kevin and Christine Poythress to Peter Voelkel and Martha EverettVoelkel, 1000 Ocean Ridge Drive, $409,000. George and Stacey Ibrahim to Frances and W.D. Mills, Jr., 1103 Fort Macon Road, $655,000. Dustin Tyson to Juozas and Kathy Zavadzkas, 202 Ocean Blvd., $755,000. Donald Miller to Jennifer Phang, 801 & 803 Atlantic Beach Causeway, $800,000. FMB at the Grove, LLC to John and Judith Burnett, 135 Atlantic Blvd., $950,000. Tripliquese Ventures, LLC to Whitman Properties, LLC to Parkway Residence, LLC, 112 Ocean Blvd., $1,050,000.

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Bogue Banks & area property transfers as recorded at the Carteret County Register of Deeds office during May 2017.*

William and Phyllis Schrader to Elaine White, 1204 Courtyard East, $125,000.

George and Jewel Suddath to Orange Street Beaufort, LLC, 214 Orange St., $455,000.

May Eubanks to Celia Styron, 403 Pirates Landing Drive, $137,000.

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Paul and Deborah Dettoe to Roger Wadsworth, 279 Hwy 101, $146,000. John and Janice Carlisto to Joyce Fulford, 102 Palmetto Place Circle, $148,000. Guy McKee, III to Joseph and Carolyn Butler, 2411 Front St. #31, $179,000. Hunter Loftis to Susan Feehan and Carol Feehan, 104 Beaufort Walk, $190,000. ITAC 376, LLC to Cynthia Cash, 207 Gordon St., $209,000. Geoffrey Adair to Wilko Holdings, LLC, 906 Live Oak St., $210,000. Streamline Developers, LLC to James and Karen Lilly, 102 Harper St., $226,000. Eula Parkin to J. Kevin and Leslie Yates, 1513 Ann St., $234,000. Margaret and William Rawls to Richard and Sheilia Griffis, 116 Ashley Lane, $240,000.

Gene Campbell to Madison Riffe, 512 Craven St., $30,000.

Robert Bland to Romas White, III and Jonathan Brearey, 205 Rudolph Drive, $250,000.

Donald and Belinda Bailey to Lisa Byrd and Velma Sowers, 413 Gillikin Road, $71,000.

Julian and Elisabeth Arrington to Piotr and Keila Dumiez, 2511 Front St., $260,000.

Martha McAdams and Bruce Dye to Julian and Gaye McKeithan, 154 Scott Drive, $84,500.

Kathleen Fudesco to Joseph Craig and Kate Siegfried, 117 Wild Magnolia Drive, $261,000.

Bonnie Bechard and Lawrence Kessler to George Wheatly, 220 Ash Lane, $85,000.

William and Janie Taylor, Laura Taylor and Elizabeth and Jonathan Vickroy to P&J Properties and Investments, LLC, 5091 Merrimon Road, $278,000

Remedy Rentals, LLC to Ben Fish, 280 Hwy 101, $90,000.

The Baxter Family, LP to Dwight Youngblood, Jr., 2111 Fort Macon Road #350, $275,500.

Beaufort Cove, LLC to Paul and Mary Jean Kubala, 418 Taylorwood Drive, $108,000.

Cary Spencer to Barbara and Thomas Leonard, 215 Marsh St., $295,000.

FMB at the Grove, LLC to Kathy McGehee, 102 Terminal Blvd., $279,000.

Rufus and Sharon Murray to Victor Fasolino, 806 Cedar St., $115,000.

Steven and Marcia Anderson to Roger and Patsy Heath, 107 Dasher Drive, $298,000

FMB at the Grove, LLC to Park Place Partnership, LLC, 102 Terminal Blvd., $279,000.

John and Shirley Wallace and Betty and William Wallace, Jr. to Rodney Miles and Mandy Parker, 798 Berrys Creek Road,$125,000.

Adrian and Barbara Troeleman to Cary Spencer, 115 Gordon St., $390,000.

JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA to Kira Slicker and Edward Burns, 134 Starlight Drive, $160,000. Priscilla Tully to Kenneth and June Pacitto, 274 Star Hill Drive, $170,000. Lawrence and Marla Drake to Ava and Gordon Wilkins, Jr., 209 Bayshore Drive, $180,000. Melinda and Walter Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Berry, III to Lacy and Michele McMahon, 405 Neptune Drive, $180,000. Susan Bear to James and Kyndall Pifer, 402 Neptune Drive, $250,000. Matthew and Ann Marie Hart to Edward and Lindsay Gress, 149 Bobwhite Circle, $265,000. William and Kathleen Parrish to Christopher and Jessica Kalt, 214 Lejeune Road, $300,000. Richard and Beverly Hunt to Paul Maloy, 315 Yaupon Drive, $378,000.

CEDAR POINT Sherry Reynolds to Vivian Creech, 207 Sea Horse Drive, $60,000. George and Lisa Maroules to Brantley and Tasia Painter, 109 Cedar Lane #12, $100,000. Susan and James Flynn to Charles Plum and Wendy Largen, 115 Star Fish Lane, $110,000. Joseph and Diana Oebbecke to Jane Sylvester, 100 Lighthouse Lane, $150,000. DWG Build, LLC to Walter and Libby Gaskings, 177 Hidden Bay Drive, $155,000. Karen Park to Jerry Baker and Carla Powell, 104 Ocean Spray Drive, $155,000. Genetha and Deleon Fields, III to Edward Bradshaw, III and Katherine Harris, 217 Hill St., $155,000. Streamline Developers, LLC to Matthew and Leslie Maroules, 128 Christina Maria Way, $199,500.

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Gerald Harbinson and Sandra Sox to Gary Whaley, 101 Holland Farm Road, $215,000.

Thomas and Virginia Franklin to Streamline Developers, LLC, 7519 Sound Drive, $110,000.

Ashley and Maria Thompson to Linda Koile and Peggy Moore, 100 Marsh Island Drive, $294,000.

Barbara Rollins to Betty Poole, 312 Barnes St., $110,000.

Joseph and Ellen Jackson to William and Mary Walker, 110 Little Bay Drive, $344,000. Jeffrey and Christine Hogan to Donald Turner, II, 129 Little Bay Drive, $373,000. Emily and Nathaniel Sylvester, Jr. to Theodore and Renee Rogers, 115 Sunset Drive, $599,000.

DAVIS Colby and Erin Johnson to James Willis, 1109 Hwy 70, $172,000.

Alan and Jean Viglione to Everett and Debra Peel, 211 Old Cove Road, $113,000. Betsy Sue and William Smith, II to Randall and Mary Beth Steinbach, 10505 Coast Guard Road, $118,000. James and Betty Winstead to Peter and Sandra Kelsey, 204 Captains Court, $130,000.

John and Diane Ritchie to Russell and Betty Strader, 402 Sundown Court, $150,000. George and Rose Mills to Rebecca Stevens, 300 Osprey Ridge Drive, $162,000. Karen and James Klinger to Jason Arthur Construction Co., 103 Gregg St., $165,000. Charles and Audrey McDade to Trudy and Evans Harris, Jr., 306 Fairview Drive, $165,000. Arbet, Ltd. To Susan and Bernard Brown, II, 8801 Reed Drive #214, $215,000. Melody and Daniel Doster to Joseph and Judith Schulte, 116 Gulf Stream Drive, $220,000.

Joanne Bosher to Lynn Gustafson, 2809 Pier Pointe Drive, $255,000. Peter and Suzanne Cochran to Nathaniel and Emily Sylvester, 409 Sunrise Court, $275,000. Peter and JoAnn Geoghan to Timothy and Susan Naylor, 8801 Reed Drive #12, $280,000. Hoag Mathews, LLC to Robert and Michelle Cross, 2505 Ocean Drive, $283,000. Willie and Beverly Jones to Keri and Duke Piner, Jr., 150 Sand Castle Drive, $283,000. Michael Dykstra and Shelley Ching to Mark and Kristin Siemek, 121 Page Place, $290,000. Herbert Underwood and Melissa Jones to Michelle and Vincent Taylor, 7013 Sound Drive, $314,000.

Steven Murdoch to Robert and Geneise Messig, 405 Holly St., $130,000.

Kris Shoffner and Krystal Tyndall to James Farrington, 411 Sunrise Court, $225,000.

Martha Foster and Alberto Polloni to Kendall and Adra Skeen, 103 Wyndward Court, $330,000.

Karla and Martin Varnell, Jr. to Michelle and Jean Millhouser, 302 Osprey Ridge Drive, $140,000.

Edward Turner to John and Robbins Huffstetler, 9100 Reed Drive #303, $232,000.

Kevin and Gilliam Duffy to Paul and Sharon Hamill, 2102 Ocean Drive, $341,000.

EMERALD ISLE Courtney and Jennifer Newton to Lawrence and Kathleen Smith, 8903 Dune Ridge Court, $110,000.

Lois and Earl Johnson, Jr. to Frederick and Sharon Cone, 9201 Coast Guard Road #112, $146,000.

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Robert and Rose MacNaughton to Charles and Christine Lamons, 2517 Ocean Drive, $342,000. David and Helen Lundie to Stephen and Lori Wells, 7018 Sound Drive, $355,000. John Reed and Carolyn Sievers to Dennis and Paula Webb, 114 Ocean Oaks Drive, $365,000. Kathryn Sobon to Kelly and Curtis Williamson, 5503 Fredeen Court, $370,000. Bynum and Sarah Whitehurst to Deena and Gary Morgan, Jr., 205 Windjammer South, $385,000. Linda Fitzgerald and Lorraine Boyette to Michael and Adrienne Sirmans, 414 Channel Drive, $395,000. Islander Ventures of Emerald Isle, LLC to Sami Ali, Islander Suites Units 210 & 212, $465,000. Ralph and Tana Scurfield to Brian and Denise Vadell, 302 Lord Berkeley Drive, $500,000. Paul and Maryann Molnar to Laurens and Amelia Howle, 5119 Bogue Sound Drive, $545,000. George and Phyllis Pate to Jeffrey Hoogenboom and Julie Hoogenboom, 8416 Sound Drive, $635,000. David and Kathryn Lenker to Joseph and Ella Sprague, 7220 Ocean Drive, $480,000. Richard and Theresa Soloman to Peter and JoAnn Geoghan, 101 Janell Lane, $705,000. Daniel Weiner to Marion and Alice Penny, 8306 Sound Drive, $725,000.

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Michael and Elaine Wright and Dennis and Ann Wright to Marlene Drake, 112 Willow Pond Drive, $185,000.

Sebrell and Rudolph Singleton, III to Elaine Cuthrell, 118 Pintail Lane, $155,000.

Betty Sampson to Patterson Copeland, 1802 Widgeon Drive, $190,000.

Blue Heron Inn, LLC to Timothy Franklin, 170 Branch Drive, $200,000.

Wilkie and Evelyn King to Matthew and Elizabeth Windsor, 3606 E. Hedrick Drive, $199,500.

Daniel and Ann Smith to Ronald Dunn, 1530 Salter Path Road, $217,000.

Theodore Kyle and Freda Kyle to Michael Spina, 1708 Calico Drive, $220,000.

William and Winifred McCabe to BRB Builders, Inc., 1899 Johnson St., $25,000.

Timothy and Gari Gill to Henry and Lynne Gallimore, 1701 Salter Path Road #204, $280,000.

Jason and Catherine Reid to Kenneth and Linda Hicks, 3612 East Hedrick Drive, $220,000.

Andrew and Beth Swedberg to Murdoch & Associates, Inc., 122 Hardwick Lane, $30,000.

George Gouge and Carolyn McKinney to William Murphy, 1505 Salter Path Road #101, $322,000.

Margaret and Tony Frost, Jr. to Ryan and Elly Guthrie, 1109 Palmer Way, $233,000.

Dorothy Evans to Daniel and Angela Weeks, 254 Southwinds Drive, $50,000.

Thomas and Debra Winar to Wlizabeth Williford, 121 Kiawa Way, $690,000.

Dorothy Zelenka to William Cline, III, 2009 Melodie Lane, $233,000.

Donald and Kathy Meadows to Dwight West, Jr., 120 Charles St., $50,000.

Paul Guthrie and Josie Guthrie Trust to Brian and Tammy Nicklow, 1502 Salter Path Road, $1,200,000.

Helene Murphy to Edmund and Lenna Easter, 103 Cannery Row, $235,000.

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Robert and Theresa Mulvihill to Brent Wheelright and Tracy Rogers, 137 Carefree Lane, $245,000.

Joseph and Desiree Serafino to Gail Beach, 1727 Olde Farm Road, $55,000. Diplomat Property Manager, LLC to Esmeralda Farmwald, 2309 Avery St., $70,000 Jeffrey and Kathryn Mason to Nancy and Roland Floyd, 103 Darwin Court, $110,000. Richard and Kymberleigh Crowell to Samual Bays and Elizabeth Cranfill, 2306 Emeline Place, $127,000. Donald Hurtig to Sharon Black, 2628 Mayberry Loop Road, $136,000. Gregory and Lorie Evans to James Butts and Linda Teegarden, 609 Bay St., $150,000.

Piverone Properties, LLC to Jennifer and Alexander Speal, Jr., 5411 Ocean Drive, $855,000

Celia Creekmore to Vesta Newsom, 104 Darwin Court, $155,000.

Stephen and Janie Hayes to Joshua and Elizabeth Bryant, 9927 Louise Howard Court, $1,100,000.

Ricky and Kathleen Sitzman to Fred Jones, 526 Village Green Drive, $157,000.

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Donna Behlem to Stephen and Tamela Fritz, 537 Village Green Drive, $160,000.

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William and Alecia Marsh to Sheila and John Wiggins, III, 211 Arendell St. #903, $365,000.

Kimberly and Joseph Favre, Jr. to Randall Britt, 1530 Salter Path Road, $125,000.

Edmund and Lenna Easter to Thomas and Carol Smart, 212 Reserve Green Drive, $265,000. Noah and Julia Simpson to Jason and Catherine Reid, 3535 White Drive, $266,000. Andrew Kolenick, Jr. to John Perrine, 206 Slow Lane, $269,000. James and Karen Lilly to Phyllis Fann, 507 Bridges St., $272,000. Minh Trang Tran to Justin and Jonna Packer, 1000 Els Court, $275,000. Memorie and Albert Wadsworth, IV to Wharton and Susan Separk, 5008 Holly Lane, $285,000. Michael Gillikin to Tracy and Roger Ethridge, III, 1301 Barnacle Lane, $305,000. George and Joyce Neilson to Rebecca Ellin, 1508 Marsh Pointe, $316,000.

Thomas Miller to Karen and Edwin Long, 733 Forty Road, $176,000.

United Developers of North Carolina, LLC to Robert and Lori Fowler, 4425 Arendell St. #608, $326,500.

Carol Oliphant to F & G Management, LLC, 4312 Havens Crest Drive, $180,000.

Ivan and Billie Jones to Douglas and Rachel Hammer, 110 Fairway Drive West, $350,000.

Susan Naylor to Lewis Gurkin and Laura Gurkin, 202 & 204 Bogue Drive, $999,000. Frank and Virginia Best to Linda Rike, 309 19th St. & 1813 Shepard St., $1,581,000.

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Garry and Anne Bowman to Matthew and Courtney McDonald, 732 Cannonsgate Drive, $50,500. Neighborhood Housing Group, LLC to Danny and Glynis Day, 2912 Newport Circle, $50,000. Woodward Development Co. to Sun Coast Homes and Development, Inc., 129 Woodward Ave., $60,000. Doanh Nguyen to Shannon Parker, 109 Washington Ave., $60,000. L. Patten and Edith Mason to James and Cynthia Bischer, 125 Ridge Road, $84,500. Henry and Lindsay Street to Jaime Tambaco-Muenala, 328 Foxhall Road, $115,000. Charlotte and Richard Stuart to William and Beth Henderson, 2004 Watson Ave., $117,000. Amir and Lori Robe to Daniel and Morgan Long, 316 Howard Blvd., $125,000. Bobby Chandler to James and Lynn Manning, 2800 Easy St., $127,500. Conner-W, LLC to Kevin and Janice Vesey, 402 Jade Cove, $147,000. Wonda and Joseph Smith, Jr. to Michael Oddy, Jr., 308 Grey Fox Run St., $150,000. Michelle Werely to Timothy Wall, 107 Beaver Dam Trail, $152,000.

Kathleen Orrico to Yvonne Sanchez, 312 Kathryn Court, $160,000. Kathleen and Joseph Westbrook and David Rock to Furna Investments, LLC, 696 Pearson Circle, $162,000. Iona and Roger Whitehurst and Rhonda Wright to Bryan and Samantha Ozmore, 151 Wooded Acres Drive, $177,000. William and Judith Waller to Walter and Faye Wheeler, 508 Scot Drive, $180,000. Bryan and Kimberlee Hart to John and Jennifer Joyce, 115 County Side Court, $189,000. Kipling and Carmen Davia to Larry and Marilyn Whitley, 129 Guthrie Drive, $219,000. Streamline Developers, LLC to Bradley and Rhonda Jenkins, 317 Orchard Circle, $235,500. James and Kyndall Pifer to Rylan and Ashley Jones, 224 Morada Bay Drive, $244,000. Walter and Libby Gaskins to Steven and Denice Swisher, 180 Rollingwood Drive, $275,000.

Andrew and Amy Wyborski to Erik and Angela Werhner, 106 Breakwater Drive, $333,500.

Martha Sparrow to William and Carolyn Carleton, 351 Salter Path Road #201, $490,000.

CMH Homes, Inc. to Donald Heisler, 116 Hadnot Drive, $147,500.

Patrick and Lainey Crown to Pamela and John Rouse, Jr., 402 Lanyard Drive, $350,000.

Paul and Teresa Hart to David and Gillian Young, 108 Knollwood Drive, $530,000.

William Moseley to Dillon Cochran, 118 Rolling Hill Drive, $155,000.

Johnny and Deborah Whitman to Gregory and Robbin Sisak, 305 Sea Gate Blvd., $375,000. CPG Investments, Inc. to Robert and Marti Loomis, 707 Cannonsgate Drive, $625,000.

PINE KNOLL SHORES Gregory and Teresa Scheu to Feyer Holdings, LLC, 651 Salter Path Road #12, $195,000. Brad and Sharon Filson to Donald and Tammy Elliott, 651 Salter Path Road #16, $208,000. Judith Davey to James Merrell, Jr. and Lucie Green, 117 Cypress Drive, $280,000. Devon Donaldson to William and Diana Osmolski, 126 Mimosa Blvd., $300,000. Danny Willis to Mary Horne, 158 Oakleaf Drive, $425,000.

Elizabeth and James Stanton to A. Charles Ellis, 224 Oakleaf Drive, $775,000.

Nancy Lamm to George and Katherine Wagner, 203 Brigantine Court, $210,000. John Yoder to Robert and Janet Baker, 332 Divot Court, $250,000.

SALTER PATH Patricia Smith to Platinum Hotel Group, LLC, 1295 Salter Path Road, $925,000.

SMYRNA Best and Son, LLC to Richard and Martha McGough, 165 Backshore Lane, $150,000.

STELLA JH2, LLC to Danny Edwards, 204 Red Sorrel Drive, $102,000. Lauren Braunston to Billy and Edna Carroll, 290 River Oaks Drive, $119,500.

Matthew and Lynsay Horton to Zane and Ashley Schultz, 317 Echo Ridge Road, $275,000. *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.

SWANSBORO Virginia Williams to Caitlin Barnes, 119 Buster Road, $113,000.

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Welcome to the Summer of 2017 BEFORE I GET too deep into things, I want to shout out a huge “thank you” to everyone, everywhere, that took part in this year’s, Kayak for the Warriors events. Held on May 27, and June 1 and 3 all events were very successful and may well have set some new records. One of the most common comments from the race was about all the supporters that were along the canal cheering them on. Again, thank you! I am very proud to live here, and even prouder to be your mayor. Volunteers, staff, and some outside help makes out teams unbeatable! On May 24, Town Manager Brian Kramer and I went to Raleigh with a few other folks from Carteret County and some of the other coastal towns and counties to fight against the NC Senate Bill that was going to redistribute the sales and use tax in North Carolina. This very bill was nothing more than “wealth redistribution” and it had already been approved by the NC Senate; our senator voting in favor. The bill had made the cross into the NC House and we were running out of time. As you may recall, this very bill was to take about $45k out of our town budget, and in the end was to take out over $70,000. This would have impacted our law enforcement and fire and emergency management capabilities. This bill was NOT in the senate budget bill so it was a “stand alone” bill, which makes it easier to pin point and stop. That day I met with about 10 house members including Rep.

Jason Saine from Lincoln and Rep. Bill Brawley (Mecklenberg County) was extremely helpful in getting the House version of the budget to pass. Like you, I read about the coyote problem in our county and our state. If you are concerned about this, you’re not alone. The best way to get rid of any animal is to take away their food source … please do NOT feed the coyotes! If you are concerned with the mosquito problem every summer, take away their breeding areas … standing water. It only takes about two days for a mosquito to lay eggs and hatch. Again, please do NOT help them multiply! There is winter, spring, summer, fall and hurricane season. Hurricane season is from June 1 to Nov. 30, peaking in the middle of September. Be sure to take all weather watches and warnings seriously. If you do not have a “re-entry pass” they can be obtained at the Pine Knoll Shores Public Safety Building located on Salter Path Road. This pass is for property owners and/or residents of our town. We do use them, and we do turn people away if they don’t have one! Make this your first step in your storm preparedness plan! Pine Knoll Shores is ALWAYS a great place to be, and the warmth and sunshine of summer make life even better! I wish you a fun and safe summer. One team, one town, one Pine Knoll Shores!

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two years, was present and addressed the group. “I wouldn’t have been able to complete my studies without you,” she said, and “despite some difficult personal family issues this past year I continued my studies because I wouldn’t let you down.” Susan graduated with honors with an associate’s degree in nursing and will be working at Carteret Health Care in the fall. She is part of a prestigious Transfer to Practice program that will help her transition to achieving her bachelor’s of science degree in the future. In her closing remarks, incoming president Betty Thomas, outlined her goals for the coming year encouraging all members to continue to build “community.” Community, she said, is more than just our immediate neighbors, the club will work to strengthen our connections with everyone in Pine Knoll Shores and greater Carteret County. The club will have a presence on Facebook this fall and will redouble its efforts to welcome new residents and encourage longtime residents to get involved with the Women’s Club. Club meetings are on hiatus during the summer months but will resume on September 22. Incoming officers and committee chairs will be meeting over the summer to plan the 2017-2018 program and activities. Meeting dates and details of upcoming speakers will be advertised in local media and on Facebook. All women residing in Pine Knoll Shores are welcome to join the club and guests are always welcome at meetings. By Michelle Powers

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County Perspective .............................................................................................................................. 14 Chamber Connection ........................................................................................................................... 16 Tide Tables .......................................................................................................................................... 17 The Onlooker ....................................................................................................................................... 23 Bulletin Board ...................................................................................................................................... 32 Health & Wellness ................................................................................................................................ 42 Property Watch .................................................................................................................................... 53 Shorelines ........................................................................................................................................... 64 Staying Busy – Emerald Isle ................................................................................................................. 32 Staying Busy – Swansboro .................................................................................................................. 67 Rental Signs ........................................................................................................................................ 46 Puzzle Page ......................................................................................................................................... 73 Horoscopes.......................................................................................................................................... 74 Best Buys ............................................................................................................................................ 75 Advertiser Index ................................................................................................................................... 77

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3-month seasons (roughly 7 months). Hence we may have El Niño or La Niña conditions, but the history books may never reveal that an El Niño or La Niña episode ever took place. Bottom line – at the time this edition of Shorelines is being prepared, we have exited a weak but full-fledged La Niña that persisted during most of last year’s hurricane season. We are currently in an “ENSO neutral phase” and the continuation of ENSO neutral or El Niño conditions are nearly equally favored for this upcoming summer and fall 2017 – that’s where the bulk of the uncertainty lies for this year with respect to forecasting.

Hurricane Vocabulary Now that we reviewed “ENSO” in great detail, there are also plenty of terms that you will likely hear or have already heard this hurricane season – cyclones, tropical storms, hurricanes, and more. For instance, Sandy in 2012 turned extratropical and Alex in 2016 started off as a subtropical cyclone – what does this mean? The following should help in our general understanding of these terms and others. ■ Tropical cyclone – Warm-core, atmospheric closed circulation rotating counter-clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. ■ Tropical storm – A tropical cyclone with a maximum sustained surface wind speed ranging from 39 mph to 73 mph using the U.S. 1-minute average. ■ Hurricane – A tropical cyclone with a maximum sustained surface wind speed reaching 74 mph or more. ■ Saffir Simpson Scale – A scale including a 1 to 5 rating based upon wind speeds, again utilizing the U.S. 1-minute average. A category 1 hurricane has winds ranging from 74 to 95 miles per hour (mph), category 2 ranges from 96 to 100 mph, category 3 ranges from 111 to 130 mph, category 4 ranges from 131 to 155 mph, and a category 5 hurricane has sustained winds exceeding 155 mph. ■ Major Hurricane – A hurricane reaching category 3 or higher on the Saffir Simpson Scale. Interestingly, category 5 hurricanes very rarely make landfall while maintaining their category 5 intensity - only three have ever done so in the U.S. – the Labor Day hurricane (1935), Camille (1969), and Andrew (1992). Now to account for some of the weather oddballs, we also need to include; ■ Extratropical Storm – A cold-core atmospheric cyclone Table 1 – Summary comparing publicly available pre-season predictions for the 2017 Hurricane Season with average activity.

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deriving its energy when cold and warm air masses interact, not as part of the positive feedback loop identified with tropical storms as warm, moist air rises causing continual heat exchange. Unlike tropical storms, extratropical storms can have one or more fronts connected to them, and can occur over land or ocean. Extratropical cyclones can have winds ranging to levels associated with a tropical depression, or as strong as a hurricane and examples include blizzards and nor’easters, which often form in winter and fall months off the mid-Atlantic and drift slowly along the north Atlantic seaboard and eventually east. If it drifts back west towards land, it is called a retrograded nor’easter. ■ Subtropical Storm – Occurs if waters under an extratropical cyclone are warm, followed by thunderstorms that gradually build inside the storm. The storm core may subsequently and gradually go from cold to warm, and the storm will be called subtropical. ■ Post-tropical Cyclone – A hybrid term describing a cyclone no longer possessing the characteristics to be considered a tropical cyclone, and are further divided into either “extratropical” (see above) or “remnant lows”.

What to Expect for 2017 The Barcelona Supercomputing Center in cooperation with Colorado State University produced a website summarizing roughly twenty Atlantic hurricane season forecasts for 2017. WOW – where do we start? Well if you’re a frequent reader of the Island Review, then you will already know our preference is to review the predictions produced by groups that make not just their forecasts public, but verify their prediction skill in the public arena as well. This really leaves us with; (1) the Tropical Meteorology Project at Colorado State University, (2) the University College London, U.K. for Tropical Storm Risk, and (3) our Federal voice for climatology/meteorology matters, the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). We then take these groups’ last prediction before or near when the hur-

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ricane season starts and begin to “torture the statistics until they confess”, as one my favorite professors used to say. As the accompanying prediction summary table indicates, we could expect 14 named cyclones, 6 of which will generate into hurricanes, with 3 of these becoming a major hurricane (on average). The average of the predictions result in a forecast bordering on the very upper end of a near normal hurricane season, which is actually determined by looking at term we haven’t discussed yet – the Accumulated Cyclone Energy Index (ACE Index). The ACE Index is simply a measurement taking a storm’s wind speed strength for each 6-hour period of its existence into account. The larger the ACE Index value, the more active the season. The ACE Index is actually one of the more revealing parameters we can use and serves as a better barometer of whether or not a hurricane season is truly active or not. This past decade has some great examples to support this assertion. For instance 2012, 2011 and 2010 are tied with 1995 and 1887 for the third-most named cyclones in one year at nineteen. However the ACE Index Values were different. Why? In 2012 we had 10 of the 19 cyclones develop into hurricanes (ACE = 128), while only 7 of the 19cyclones developed into hurricanes in 2011 (ACE = 119). 2010 had the highest ACE value of these past consecutive three years (ACE = 163) with 12 of the 19 cyclones developing into hurricanes, including the particularly intense and long-lasting Hurricane Igor that had an ACE value/contribution of 42 in itself. This all makes sense because again the mathematical formula takes each cyclone’s wind speed and duration into account. Also as an interesting note, the highest ACE Index ever recorded was roughly a decade ago in 2005 – a hurricane season punctuated by more tropical storms, total hurricanes, and category 5 hurricanes than in any season previously recorded; and included Ophelia for North Carolina and the infamous major hurricanes of Katrina, Wilma, and Rita in the Gulf of Mexico. The ACE Index was 248 (that’s not a typo) compared to the historical 1981-2010 average of 104. Table 2 includes the ACE Index for the past 14 years and a few notes justifying each value. In closing, by reviewing the ACE Index we can determine whether a hurricane season is termed as “below normal” (<68), “near normal” (68 – 106), “above normal” (106 – 168) or even “hyperactive” (>168). And while most experts are indeed forecasting towards the upper end of a near normal season for 2017 (average predicted ACE Index of 100), these forecasts do not represent landfall probabilities because cyclone paths are dependent on short-term factors such as interactions with other weather systems and fluctuating steering patterns. Unfortunately and as suggested before, it only takes one cyclone to make or break a hurricane season, with 1992 being a perfect example – just 7 named cyclones, 4 of which were hurricanes, with one of those classified as major, and an ACE index value of 75. Sounds like a very quiet year, except the one major hurricane was Andrew, which struck Florida and was the costliest natural disaster in US history until Katrina in 2005. So again and as always – be prepared and be safe. July 2017

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Coastal Federation Turns 35 THE NORTH CAROLINA Coastal Federation is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re invited! The 2017 Pelican Awards and 35th Anniversary Soundside Soiree is Aug. 5 at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City. This event brings together some of the coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best and honors those who have worked with the federation and have gone above and beyond to protect the North Carolina coast. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As we embark on our 35th year of work at the federation, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m constantly reminded that our coast is special and deserving of enduring passion to protect and restore it,â&#x20AC;? said Todd Miller, executive director and founder of the federation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But without support from countless people and other organizations, it would be impossible for us to do our jobs.â&#x20AC;? The federation started out in 1982, in Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedroom in his familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house on the Bogue Sound. Its first mission was a big one â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to stop a proposed peat mining operation that would have destroyed wetlands in the Outer Banks. Miller and other volunteers worked with watermen to prevent the operation from happening and were featured by Walter Cronkite on CBS Evening News. Staff and volunteers have put in thousands of hours of work restoring shorelines and oyster reefs, advocating for the coast and educating people about why this work matters. In 35 years, the federation â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with the help of many partners and volunteers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; has planted more than 700,000 wetland plants and almost one million native coastal trees and scrubs; restored more than 110 acres of oyster habitat; removed almost eight tons of marine debris from the coastal environment; installed more than 200 stormwater retrofits to eliminate 1.1 mil-

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33. Sunscreen rating 34. Old Hess Corp’s name 35. Marched through 36. A sharp high-pitched metallic sound 37. Between northeast and east 38. Sports magazine 40. Female horse 41. A way to supervise 42. Tantalum 44. Was in session 45. Bahrain capital 46. Prayer 47. Membranes 48. Belong to an earlier time 50. Affirmatives 51. South Dakota 52. Sinatra hit ‘__ Way’ 54. Villain’s enemy 55. A way to conform 57. Doctor of Medicine 61. Starting price 62. Junior’s father

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JULY ARIES (March 21-April 20) Aries, you might be ready to take the next step on a project at work, but others aren’t in line just yet. Give them time to catch up to speed, encouraging them along the way. Allow time for others to process a big announcement you might make this month. Viewing things from others’ points of view will help. You may need to make some modifications to your strategy as a situation continues to evolve. Don’t be afraid of change, as it is necessary to get the job done. You may need to dim your lights so you do not outshine others this month. You can be a force and it pays to let others share a bit of the spotlight. This will garner some goodwill. TAURUS (April 21-May 21) You are not one to take “no” for an answer when you have made up your mind, Taurus. If that occurs this month, continue to stand your ground on an important issue. Very little is holding you back. You realize you can do anything that you set your mind to. Use this power wisely this month. It can be difficult to separate facts from the fiction sometimes, however, you generally are a good lie detector. Put your skills to use to determine if someone is stringing you along. Taurus, settle into your comfort zone at home and take on all of the domestic tasks that have fallen by the wayside. You are very happy in your personal haven. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Incomplete tasks will slow you down. Before you take on any more projects, finish up ones that are thus far incomplete. Otherwise, you may find it difficult to focus. It’s the little things that make you happy this month, Gemini. Taking time to laugh with friends or enjoying a quiet dinner with family is just the thing to elicit a smile. Some shocking information may find you reeling if you do not stay grounded. Although it comes as a surprise, with some processing you will be able to handle it. You may need to sort out a complicated relationship that has you trying to figure out who is friend and who, if anyone, is foe. Play it carefully until you have all of the facts. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Cancer, even if your goals are set you must let others know of your intentions and how you plan to spend your time. This way they will know the general time frame. Lately life has been busier than ever before, but you can handle it. Go with the flow for a little while and wait for things to settle down. Address a potentially messy situation before it gathers too much steam. Communication is all that’s needed to ensure cooler heads ultimately prevail. Sift through all of your financial matters and start to get your ducks in a row. This is a prime time to take an assessment of your income and spending habits. 74 ISLAND REVIEW

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LEO (July 23-August 23) Your leadership skills are top notch generally, and early this month you won’t allow a little disorganization to throw you off your game. It’s only temporary. You never need to remember all of the details when you speak the truth, Leo. Be as forthcoming as possible and remember the truth shall set you free. Leo, allow your plans for self-improvement to take center stage, especially true if you have put them on the shelf for some time. Make yourself a priority. If personal growth or a change has been on your mind, why not get started now? You may benefit from a minor makeover or a change of scenery. VIRGO (August 24-September 22) Conflicted emotions are sending out mixed signals to everyone who crosses your path, Virgo. As long as you don’t let them get in the way of work, you should be fine. Avoid using back channels to communicate. If you want something to go a particular way, be straightforward with those who might be affected. You don’t tend to be reckless, but even you can surprise others sometimes with your behavior. Let the tongues wag if it means stepping out of your comfort zone. Don’t be afraid to unload some clutter in the weeks ahead. Inventory all of your belongings and see what can be donated or removed. Enjoy the feelings of freedom this inspires. LIBRA (September 23-October 23) Libra, close friends may be just the medicine you need right now. Clear your schedule and prioritize catching up with friends in the days ahead. You will be glad you did. Do not delegate to others what you can clearly do yourself. Now is not the time to take shortcuts. Everything needs your stamp of approval. Take others’ candor with a grain of salt. They might just be blowing off steam and they will appreciate having someone there who listens. Your social schedule in the coming days is as busy as ever, but you don’t know how you will find the time. Make a list of your biggest priorities. SCORPIO (October 24-November 22) Scorpio, look to the future rather than spend time dwelling on the past. There is much to be excited by with regard to the future, so start planning now. Being the go-to person can sometimes be tiring. Many people lean on you for advice or to get things done. Consider it an honor. You sometimes have a sarcastic sense of humor that makes you loved by some and disliked by others. Explain to the latter group that you mean no harm. It’s best to check your sense of direction from time to time to make sure you are not going the wrong way at full speed. Use a friend as your personal GPS.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) Focus on your immediate surroundings and what needs to get done right away. Let future plans take a back seat for the moment. You will get to them soon enough. Handle your to-do list one task at a time, Sagittarius. This way you will not become overwhelmed by everything on it. Take frequent breaks if the workload gets to be too much. A possible breakthrough in your communication levels may open up a whole new world. This can only improve your relationships and help your career. But be careful – are you spreading yourself too thin, Sagittarius? Instead of dabbling in five or six plans, stick to one or two. By so doing, you’ll be able to focus your energy that much better. CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Your notion of success today may be different tomorrow. So maintain an open mind in all situations. New experiences may sway your opinion. Capricorn, if it has been some time since you spoke to someone after a quarrel, don’t allow too much time to pass before extending an olive branch. Take the initiative. You’re very good at balancing the elements of your life. This month may be especially challenging as many things come your way in rapid succession. Don’t be too hasty to accept things at face value. Investigate a little further before you invest any of your time. And especially before you hand over any money. AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) A new relationship is taking off, Aquarius. Allow things to unfold organically and make the most of opportunities to try new things outside of your comfort zone. You have been making many healthy changes as of late and it’s important to keep that momentum going. Some hurdles will be tougher than others, but stick with it. Others may seem sure about their actions even if you feel lost. Don’t put too much stock in it, as everyone copes with self-doubt from time to time. It’s time to get off the fence. You have to make a decision even if the answer you are leaning toward is painful or complicated. Once you move on you’ll be content. PISCES (February 19-March 20) Pisces, others look to you for guidance and you do not disappoint. Make time for yourself and put some of your own advice to good use. You have to walk before you can run. Do not let the slower pace get you down. You will reach the finish line soon enough. Some of your beliefs are non-negotiable. This can make for some rather heated conversations. But you’re up to the challenge. Now is a great time to wrap up a few loose ends. You know what areas of life need a little touching up. Get started as soon as you can.

best BUY$ FINANCIAL & INSURANCE Chalk & Gibbs Insurance and Real Estate: An independent agent serving clients along the Crystal Coast since 1925. Full service real estate sales and management and all of your insurance needs under one roof. Call today for a quote, 252-393-1284, 252-726-3167, or visit www. chalkandgibbs.com. Emerald Isle Insurance: 8754 Reed Drive, Unit 9, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5086. Protect your beach property & save on flood insurance by working with Rhonda & Sherry for coverage on your primary residence, second home or rental unit.

GEAR & EVENT RENTALS Island Essentials: Linen & Leisure Supply Company, Emerald Isle, 888-398-8887, 252-3548887, info@island-essentials.com. High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service. Year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability. Visit our new showroom at 8002 Emerald Drive by appointment only.

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

HOME SERVICES AA Express Plumbing Service, Inc: 211-6 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-2471155, aaexpressplumbing@embarqmail. com. Professional, licensed plumbing service – winterizing, water heaters, softeners and full plumbing needs. Emergency 24/7 service. Fully insured. Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control: Morehead City, 252-726-1781, New Bern, 252-636-2345, 800763-0378 or cleggs.com for an office nearest you. Locally owned & operated by NCSU grad, former president of NC Pest Control Assoc. Servicing homes & businesses all over NC since 1960, free termite inspections. Coastal Awnings & Hurricane Shutters: 5300 High St., Morehead City, 252-222-0707, crystalcoastawnings.com. See all your options for hurricane protection, stationary & retractable awnings. 9-5, M-F, weekends by appt. Custom awnings, Bahamas, Colonials, etc. Sales and service – our employees have a combined 40 years of experience. Consumer Mobility Solutions: 118-A Market St., New Bern, 252-653-5350. Tired of climbing those stairs? Consumer Mobility Solutions may be the missing piece. Stair chairs, passenger lifts and cargo lifts can help make your life easier. Free consultation and free home sur-

veys. Visit www.cmslifts.com or email Wayne at waynelamm@aol.com. Crystal Coast HVAC Salt Solution: 103 Pinewood Place, Emerald Isle, helping extend the life of coastal HVAC units by rinsing units monthly to eliminate accumulated salt. See how efficient your HVAC can be. Call 252-503-1573. Emerald Isle Homeowner’s Services: 9106-B Coast Guard Road, Emerald Isle, 252-7642563. Relax and leave your keys with us! A full service “boutique” property management services company specializing in vacation rentals, VRBO and annual rentals. Discover the low, streamlined service plans. Liftavator: 4430 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, 888-634-1717, encelevators.com. Service all brands of elevators & lifts with 5-year product warranty & 2-year service warranty. Licensed & insured. 24-hour service available. Building, installing & servicing elevators since 1985. Pipeline Plumbing, Inc.: 910-381-4101. A local family-owned business taking care of all your plumbing needs. Licensed and fully insured with guaranteed, quality work. Services include new construction, remodeling, repairs, re-piping, water heaters (tanks and tankless), fixture replacement, additions, winterizations and more. RP2 certified with 24-hour emergency service available. Rid-A-Pest, Inc.: 4320 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-240-2266, serving Eastern North Carolina since 1972. Locally owned by Lee Smith, a NC State University graduate in entomology. Free estimates by phone or on-site at your location. Voted area’s highest customer satisfaction among pest management companies. Hours: M-F 8am-5pm. Weekends by appointment. Visit www.ridapest.com. Southeastern Elevator: Located in Morehead City, Southeastern Elevator’s motto says it all, “First in safety, quality and service” when it comes to residential elevators in a variety of sizes and models. Visit southeasternhomeelevators.com or call 252-725-1235 for a quote today. Southern Glass & Mirror: 1047 W. Corbett Ave. (Hwy 24), Swansboro, 252-354-1223, 910325-1050, 24-hr. emergency service 910-3265283. Prompt, professional sales, service & installation of residential & commercial windows & glass doors, screens, mirrors, custom shower doors & enclosures, insulated glass, plexiglass & lexan, in Carteret, Craven & Onslow counties. Tideline Lawn Care: Taylor Marshall, 230 W. Shorewood Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2883, 252-725-0755. Company provides seasonal lawn care services, from grass mowing and weed eating to concrete edging and blowing off paved areas on a two-week schedule. Windows and More: 1513 Bridges St., Morehead City, www.windows-and-more.com, 252-7268181. Visit the showroom to see the full-sized displays of energy efficient windows and doors that can handle the conditions of the Crystal Coast. Offering sales, installation and service of Marvin and Integrity windows and doors.

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DECOR ALB Decorator Fabrics: 110 Little Nine Road, Morehead City, 252-222-0787. The finest in first-quality fabrics for decorating & quilting. Open Tues.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-4. Come see our selection. Artistic Tile & Stone: 252-241-7579. Free design

consultation and estimates! The area’s most unique and extensive selection of interior and exterior tile, mosaics, glass, stone and hardwood. Professional installation. Drop by M-F, 10-5, Saturday by appointment, 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, or visit www. artistictileandstonenc.com. Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters: 3906 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-727-9040. Free estimates! The Carolina’s only custom Bahama & Colonial manufacturer. Visit our showroom to see our complete line of storm shutters & awnings, in fiberglass & aluminum, folding accordion, roll downs- no storm bars, canvas & retractable awnings. Beaufort Furniture/Beaufort Home: 520 Hedrick St. and 127 Middle Lane, Beaufort, feature custom designed handmade North Carolina furniture and an array of items for the home. Whether your replacing one special item or redressing an entire room, Beaufort Furniture and Beaufort Home are full of fresh ideas – beaufortfurniture. com and beauforthomestore.com. Braswell Carpet Cleaning: 252-354-3744, whether you’re in need of carpet care, repair, stain removal or water extractions, the professionals are Braswell’s are the ones to call. Visit braswellscarpetcleaning.com. Budget Blinds: 3078 Hwy 24, Newport, 252-2473355, cell: 252-229-6431, budgetblinds.com. Charlie Utz gives free in-home consultations in Carteret & Craven Counties on cellular shades, plantation shutters, blinds, woven woods, draperies & more. Great Windows: 252-728-3373. Quality custom made window treatments including blinds, shades & shutters. For a perfect match, professional decorators come to your home or business. Products include: Great Windows, Hunter Douglas, Timber and Somfy motorized remote control. Fast one-week service (shutters 15 days). Call today for a handcrafted, flawless fit, precise installation and 100-year warranty. Guthrie Interiors: 5113-C Hwy 70, Morehead City, specializing in home furnishings and design for retail and hospitality properties. Open 10am-5pm with after hours appointments available. Call 252-648-8329 or visit www.guthrieinteriors.com. McQueen’s Interiors: Pelletier Harbor Shops, Hwy 70/Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-247-3175, mcqueensinteriors.com. 10,000 sq. ft. showroom of unique contemporary, traditional & coastal furnishings. Complete professional design services to make your home truly one-of-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. Port Orange Casual: 5568 Hwy 70, Newport, 252-342-8960 – timeless furnishings and accessories with in-house interior design specialist. Custom window treatments, upholstery and more. William’s Floor Coverings & Interiors: 5458-A Hwy 70 West, Morehead City, 252-726-4442, 252-726-6154. Visit William’s full-service showroom to compare the variety of flooring options (Continued on page 76) July 2017

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best BUY$ (Continued from page 75) 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 Carolina Shores Boatlift Repair & Servicing: 252659-0567, www.carolinashoresmhc.com. Boatlift repair and service. Free initial inspection, 24 hour emergency service and service contracts available. Servicing all makes and models. Deck cleaning, custom fish cleaning stations, deck benches and more. East Carolina Services Landscape and Pool Management: 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, 252-240-1117, www.eastcarolinaservices.com. Fully licensed and insured landscape and pool maintenance offering hardscape design/construction, softscapes, irrigation, night lighting, sod and more. The pool and patio store offers free water testing as well as chemicals, equipment and accessories. Now selling Grill Dome Kamado Grills and Bull Grills. 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. Fire it Up Grills & Hearths: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-764-0617, featuring the highest quality grilling products in Eastern North Carolina. Let the professionals help you find the grill of your dreams and browse their merchandise to create the backyard oasis you have always wanted. Quality grills, fire pits, accessories and indoor/outdoor fireplaces. Grill cleaning service available and home delivery of propane tanks and lump charcoal in Carteret and Onslow counties. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10am-5pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Drop by the showroom or visit www.fireitupnc.com. NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores: 252-247-4003, 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, 252-3939005, yardworkslandscapes.com. Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal Coast. Quality service in landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, outdoor lighting, hardscapes and design.

REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION Ace Builders: Emerald Isle, 252-422-2596. greg@acebuildersnc.com, Licensed NC Gen76 ISLAND REVIEW

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eral Contractor, storm damage repair, decks, porches, remodels, new construction, fully insured. Visit www.acebuildersnc.com. Advantage Coastal Properties, Ed & Mac Nelson: CrystalCoastHomesOnline.com, office: 252354-9000, cell: 252-646-5551. Full service, low cost residential sales. Located in Emerald Isle, serving Emerald Isle and the coastal mainland. Among the top producers 4 years running! Call today and put our system to work for you! Al Williams Properties, Real Estate & Development: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252-7268800, 800-849-1888, alwilliamsproperties.com. From sound to sea & beyond. We can serve your coastal real estate needs. Open 6 days/ week, by appointment on Sunday. 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. Basnight Garner Real Estate: 405 Arendell St., Morehead City. Carol Basnight (252-241-3622) and Sharon Garner-Thompson (252-725-3006) are professionals who love what they do. Whether buying or selling, turn to the team with decades of experience. A Keller Williams agency – www.basnightgarner.com. Bluewater Builders: 201 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 888-354-2128, 252-354-7610, buildwithbluewter.com. From vacation homes to primary residences, Bluewater’s expertise can make your dream of living on the Crystal Coast a customized reality. Bluewater Real Estate: 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2128, 888-258-2128; Cape Carteret 252-393-2111; Atlantic Beach 252-726-3105, 866-467-3105; Beaufort 866803-0073; bluewaternc.com. Vacation, monthly & annual rentals. Real estate sales of island & mainland properties for all of Carteret County. Bluewater Vacation Rentals: 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, www.bluewaternc.com. Call the owner hotline at 866-848-8080 and let them assist you in achieving your goals of maximizing rental income while protecting your investment with the Bluewater Property Management Plan. Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS: 509 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 800-317-2866, 252-726-6600, 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, monthly and annual rentals. Knowledgeable and service award winning sales team supported by century21.com. Courteous local staff to meet your needs. Call us and see – you will not get a recording, only quick, professional personal service. Call 800-822-2121, 252-3542131 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 colhomeservices@ ymail.com. Emerald Isle Realty: 7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales: 252-354-4060, 800-304-4060, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. Awarded 2005, 2009 and 2011 Top Office Production Award for Carteret County. Our knowledgeable & professional sales staff is happy to discuss any of your concerns & help you make the correct decision when buying or selling real estate on the coast. Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals: 7501 Emerald Drive, 800-849-3315, 252-354-3315, private owner’s line 800-354-2859, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. With over 50 years in property management, maximizing the rental income on your investment property is our #1 priority. Call for a complimentary, confidential property management analysis. Future Homes: 1075 Freedom Way, Hwy 24, Hubert (8 miles west of Swansboro), 910-5776400. Licensed general contractor with master craftsmen, modular technology, fast construction, display models. Jim Bailey: 610 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252241-1200. Real Estate sales with Bluewater Real Estate, Atlantic Beach. More than 30 years experience in commercial and residential real estate. Earned 2015 Rookie Top Dollar Production award. Put Jim Bailey to work for you. Visit www.bluewaternc.com. Katrina Marshall, Real Estate Broker: Keller Williams – Ferguson O’Conor Realty, 405 Arendell St., Morehead City, serving Morehead City, Bogue Banks and the surrounding area. Over 24 years experience working with property owners in Carteret County and the Emerald Isle area. Please call me to work for you, 252-4990805 (office), 252-241-1081 (mobile) or kmarshall@kw.com. Visit fergusonoconorrealty.com. Kitch Ayre: Real Estate Broker with Bluewater, Emerald Isle & Cape Carteret, 888-354-2128, 252-241-1382 cell, kitchayre@hotmail.com. Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Carteret County Assoc. of Realtors 2005 Top Producer & Sales Agent, Bluewater 2005 Top Producer. Call me for all of your real estate needs. Landmark Homes: 252-393-2159, 800-611-7705, 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, with additional offices in Indian Beach and Beaufort, Realty World First Coast specializes in coastal real estate along the Crystal Coast. The right agent makes all the difference. Find yours by calling 252-247-0077, 252-728-6455 or 252247-1000, www.realtyworldfirstcoast.com. 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, CRS: 252-354-6111, 888-3542128 x219, cell 252-646-3244, homesinemeraldisle.com. Real estate broker with 16+ years sales experience in vacation homes, investment properties, year-round/permanent homes & vacant land. Specializing in Crystal Coast, Cape Carteret & Swansboro. Buyer representation available. 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. Ty Gay Builders, Inc.: Decades of construction experience in custom residential and commercial projects. Whether you’re renovating or starting from scratch, Ty Gay’s team of professionals work with clients every step of the way. Visit www.tygaybuildersinc.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. Coastal Carolina Regional Airport: 200 Terminal Drive, New Bern. Close, convenient and connected. Now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express and Delta Connection Service provided by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit newbernairport.com for more info. Emerald Isle Books: Emerald Plantation, Emerald Isle, 252-354-5323, emeraldislebooks.com. Great selection of books, greeting cards, kites, stationery, games, toys & puzzles for the entire

family. Hardback books discounted 10%. Lighthouse Boutique: 105 Front St., Swansboro, 910-326-6482. One-stop store for that special occasion and every day, with sizes ranging from 4 to 2X. Check out the brightest colors for spring and summer as well as handcrafted fashion and sterling silver jewelry. Be sure to look for the Onex shoe selection. Madras and Khakis at Flipperz Retail: 311 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7775, www. flipperznet.com. From hats to wine accessories, Madras and Khakis carries a full range of items you and your family will enjoy long after your vacation is over. Offering personalized monogramming, Scout bags, Stonewall Kitchen, unique gifts, clothing and accessories, homemade fudge and wine. Petal Pushers, Etc.: 7803 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-8787, petalpushersshop. com. Special for rental property owners, welcome guests with fresh flowers for less than $50 a week. Floral arrangements for all occasions, weddings and every day, gifts, handcrafted jewelry and local art. Now offering Chapel Hill Toffee.

advertiser INDEX AA Express Plumbing ...........................................14 Ace Builders .........................................................24 Advantage Coastal Properties ..............................27 ALB Decorator Fabrics..........................................55 Al Williams Properties ..........................................17 Artistic Tile & Stone...............................................16 Atlantic Beach Realty ............................................30 Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters ............................54 Basnight-Garner Real Estate................................66 Beaufort Home ......................................................71 Bluewater Builders ................................................22 Bluewater Insurance .............................................22 Bluewater Real Estate, Carolyn Blackmon ...........13 Bluewater Real Estate, Jim Bailey ........................55 Bluewater Real Estate, Kitch Ayre .......................... 3 Bluewater Real Estate, Malcolm Boartfield ..........16 Bluewater Real Estate, Syndie Earnhardt .............. 3 Bluewater Real Estate Sales ................. Back Cover Bluewater Vacation Rentals .................................... 3 Braswell Carpet Cleaning .....................................72 Budget Blinds ........................................................13 Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS.............................42 Carolina Shores Boatlift & Repair .........................14 Carteret Health Care............................................... 7 CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, Inc....................... 2 Chalk & Gibbs Insurance & Real Estate...............43 Churchwell’s Jewelers...........................................11 Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control, Inc ......................67 Coastal Awnings ..................................................... 9 Coastal Carolina Regional Airport ........................12 Coastal Crafts Plus ...............................................47 COD Home Services ............................................58 Consumer Mobility Solutions ................................61 Crystal Coast Civic Center....................................45 Dee Gee’s .............................................................51 Dorothy Kirtley Real Estate...................................72

East Carolina Services .........................................36 Edgewater Linen ...................................................51 EJW .......................................................................50 Emerald Isle Books ...............................................12 Emerald Isle Homeowner Services ......................60 Emerald Isle Insurance .........................................33 Emerald Isle Realty Sales.....................................79 Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals...................40 Everything but Water............................................... 4 Fences Unlimited ..................................................67 Fire it Up Grills & Hearths .....................................51 Future Homes .......................................................30 Great Windows......................................................61 Guthrie Interiors ....................................................60 Harber Marine Construction .................................57 Holland James ......................................................17 Home Repairs by Darryl Marshall.........................15 Island Essentials ...................................................68 Island Furniture .....................................................51 Isle Fry Seafood ....................................................37 Jake’s on Arendell .................................................47 Jewelry Unlimited ..................................................52 Landmark Homes .................................................72 Landmark Sothebys International.........................11 Liftavator................................................................69 Lighthouse Boutique .............................................42 Madras and Khakis at Flipperz Retail ...................52 McQueen’s Interiors ..............................................10 NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores .....................35 Nowell & Company ...............................................63 Petal Pushers ........................................................12 Pipeline Plumbing .................................................68 Realty World, Katrina Marshall .............................67 Realty World First Coast ......................................... 5 Rocky Mountain Awnings......................................70 Royal Coat.............................................................37

Rid-A-Pest .............................................................70 Southeastern Elevator ....................................41, 78 Southern Glass & Mirror .......................................71 Spinnaker’s Reach ..........................................15, 62 The Star Team.......................................................34 Sun-Surf Realty Property Mgmt............................31 Sun-Surf Realty Sales...........................................19 Tab Premium Builders...........................................36 Tideline Lawn Care ...............................................72 Top if Off Boutique ................................................47 Town of Emerald Isle.............................................24 Ty Gay Builders .....................................................45 William’s Floor Coverings......................................68 William’s Hardware ...............................................36 Windows & More ...................................................44 Window, Wall & Interior Décor ..............................67 Wine & Design ......................................................47 Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care ..........37 SOLUTION TO PUZZLE ON PAGE 73

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coasting BHA Summer Party COOL DOWN WITH the Beaufort Historical Association’s annual Summer Party at the Beaufort Historic Site. The party is planned for 7-11pm on Saturday, July 8. The Summer Party was started as a celebration of Beaufort’s 300th Anniversary in 2009. It has quickly become a tradition and the perfect occasion to celebrate the fun and easy-going season that so many families enjoy in Beaufort. The Summer Party will feature live music by The Dickens Band as well s live and silent auctions. Auction items include a Yeti cooler, art, vacations, boat trips and more. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased in advance or the day of the event at the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center. For more information, visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Storytelling Fest Returns Theannual Storytelling Festival will be held at 10am on July 5, 12, 19 and 26 at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City and at 2pm at the Bethlehem Methodist Church in Bogue. Professional storytellers will delight children of all ages with their wonderful stories. Performers this year include Lona Bartlett and her puppets (5th), Ron Jones traditional folk tales (12th), No Sleeves Magic (19th) and the Bright Star Theater (26th). For more information contact Carteret County Public Library at 252-728-2050 or visit the library’s website at carteret.cpclib.org.

Reenactment at Fort Macon See history come to life with a reenactment at Fort Macon on Saturday and Sunday, July 15-16 at Fort Macon State Park. Step back in time to the Civil War and see how people lived on the Crystal Coast. The First NC Volunteers/11th NC Regiment and other reenacting groups will portray troops from the Civil War era. The public program is ongoing from 10am-4pm each day and offers visitors a glimpse back in time to the American Civil War. Uniformed military and civilian living historians will demonstrate life in the fort. Activities include military drill and weapons demonstrations, as well as firing some of the large artillery pieces located in the fort.

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There are several opportunities for visitors of all ages to join in with the reenactors during the day in the form of interactive activities including drilling on the parade ground and a narrated Women’s fashion show. A small skirmish is scheduled for 1:30pm to show how the fort’s defenses were designed to withstand a land based attack. Displays of uniforms and flags from the civil war will also be available for viewing.

Kids Go Fishing While the summer calendar is full of adult fishing tournaments for various causes, there’s one tournament meant specifically for the kids. The Barta Boys & Girls Club Billfish Tournament is a competition between kids that benefits kids. For the eleventh year, the tournament returns to downtown Beaufort July 13.14. The brainchild of outdoorsman Tred Barta and his wife Anni, the tournament puts kids on the water and a rod in their hands with the goal of releasing the most billfish in the two-day tournament. The tournament is part of the NC Governors Cup Billfish Series and is the only 100 percent release billfish tournament in the state. All of the proceeds from the tournament benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coastal Carolina. The event perfectly harmonizes with the club’s mission to offer encouragement to all children by allowing them to realize their full potential. Awards are given in a variety of categories. Fishing runs from 8am-2pm on Friday and Saturday. For all registration documents and rules, visit www.bartabillfish.com.

Run Along the Waterfront Take a run or walk down the Beaufort waterfront for a good cause this month. For more than 35 years, runners, walkers and baby joggers have helped raise money for scholarships for high school seniors throughout Carteret County with the Historic Beaufort Road Race. Sponsored annually by the Beaufort Old Towne Rotary, this year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, July 16 on Front Street. The race includes 5K, 10K and 1-mile runs, 10K and 5K wheelchair, 5K baby jogger, 5K & 1-mile timed walks and the Sea Dog walk. The 10K and 5K courses are certified, with timing and results by East Carolina Road Racing. The start times are staggered, with the 1-mile run and walk departing at 7:30am. For more information, visit www.runtheeast.com

Celebrating the 4th With so many different places to catch the fireworks along the Crystal Coast, it’s best to plan ahead. From concerts to parades, there’s plenty to do leading up to the main event, spectacular fireworks at various locations around the county. Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. has live music at Jaycee Park beginning about 6pm. Fireworks are set to go off at 9 and can be enjoyed from any vantage point on the waterfront. It’s best to arrive early to get a good spot. Beaufort holds an annual Fourth of July parade at 11am. Afterwards, head to the Carteret County Courthouse for free ice cream and music. Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle both host fireworks displays. Atlantic Beach holds its display at the Circle and the Emerald Isle fireworks are launched off the Bogue Inlet Pier. Both displays begin at 9pm.

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Still, the most popular shade maker is the classic beach umbrella. Veteran sun bathers advise to invest in the best … and then get a green and white Mike’s Spikes “Hammerhead” beach umbrella anchor. The product could be the season’s trendiest product, the next great thing to rival the Yeti Rambler Tumbler. Kudos to spike inventor Mike Haney of Beach Mon Enterprises, which began as a home-based business in Weddington, NC. He claims his umbrella anchor is a “commercial grade tool that is engineered to hold strong, all day long!” Haney explains: “If you’ve ever spent a breezy day on the beach, it’s almost certain that you’ve encountered an umbrella failure due to a weak hold in the sand. The problem can be traced to the fact that other umbrella holders are based on the obsolete screw-in application.” “During their often-difficult installation, the natural hard packed state of the sand is destroyed as the protruding threads create a loose pocket below the surface. In essence, the screw-ins defeat their own purpose,” Haney says. “The ‘Hammerhead,’ however, takes advantage of the hardpacked base by using a simple but reliable concept,” he notes. “An integrated slide-weight pile drives the spike deep into the sand in less than 30 seconds, with no disturbance at all. Installation is easily achieved by both women and men of all ages, providing the strongest hold available.” The end result: “No more fly-away umbrellas.” A fly-away umbrella is a potentially deadly weapon, according to the Braun Insurance Agency of Virginia Beach, Va. In fact, in 2016 a woman was struck in the head by a fly-away beach umbrella in Virginia Beach and died. The wind gust was measured at less than 30 miles per hour.

The insurance company remarked: “How many lives are forever changed because of a freak accident? Frankly, it’s hard to comprehend. What about the person who planted the beach umbrella?” “Imagine the horror and guilt this person must live with. Certainly, this person never considered the fact that the beach umbrella would break loose and result in the death of another beachgoer. Without a doubt, the incident was a complete accident. But it happened.” “In similar cases,” the company noted, “the victim’s family has received substantial monetary awards as a result of negligence.” “Every asset that the umbrella-owning family has worked for their entire life and everything they will work for during the remainder of their life is at risk of loss from this one accident,” according to the Braun commentary. Carla Stoddard of Raleigh is a satisfied Mike’s Spikes customer … and a loyal ambassador who offers a glowing testimonial about the effectiveness of Haynes’ product. “We have three Mike’s Spikes. As sturdy as the anchor is it’s amazingly light in weight – only three pounds,” she said. “The key is to pile drive your spike into the sand at a slight angle into the wind,” she said. “This way your umbrella will be correctly positioned to handle any gusts that come up.” Stoddard, who is Director of the Athletic Trainer Program at North Carolina Central University in Durham, said she prefers a 6- or 7-foot market style umbrella to plant inside her Mike’s Spike. Look for her on the beach this summer, just above the high-tide line between the Southwinds and Tar Landing complexes in Atlantic Beach.

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