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More Of The Things We Do
Researching the info for my last article was so uplifting, that I decided to seek out more good. Lord knows, we have enough negative...

Carol Ann Ross
Aug 10, 20234 min read


Topsail Gun Gal August 2023
A judge in Connecticut wants the National Association of Gun Rights group, which is suing the State over the 2013 firearm ban, to prove...

Topsail Times
Aug 10, 20232 min read


Water Pressure Issues In Surf City
This July, the Town of Surf City was packed with visitors and tourists. The weather was hot and perfect for a day at the beach. Shops and...

Topsail Times
Aug 10, 20232 min read


The Dog Days Of Summer And Our Community Who Came Together
Phoenix is Missing The warm weather is a great time to enjoy with your family and canine companions with some planning and precaution....

Dotty Ann Harding
Aug 10, 20233 min read


The 4th Of July…. America's Birthday!
President of OCPAW (Onslow County Partners for Animal Welfare) The fireworks on the 4th of July are a tradition started by John Adams,...

Dotty Ann Harding
Jun 30, 20232 min read


Fashion Statements: Friendships
I feel like I was the last person in America to watch this, but I finally caved and binge watched Firefly Lane. It happened about a month...

Becky Borneman
Jun 30, 20232 min read


Eight Sea Turtles Released Back Into The Wild!
On June 13th, we released eight sea turtles back into the wild! Some of these turtles had extraordinary journeys like little Butternut...

Star Sota
Jun 30, 20231 min read


Sea Turtle Hospital News
If you’re a regular reader of our hospital news you’ll remember that nesting mom “Madame X” gave us her thoughts on the struggles of...

Star Sota
Jun 30, 20233 min read


Topsail Gun Gal: Confusing Times And Traffic Circles
During the summer season, the Topsail Area receives an influx of thousands of visitors from all over the country. Driving has become an...

Dorothy Royal
Jun 30, 20233 min read


Bring More Good Stuff Into Your Life
The current wildfire smoke from Canada has me feeling a little nervous, irritable, and worried for us and for them. Please take a moment...

Jennifer Baker
Jun 30, 20234 min read


July 2023 Area Events
June 30 – July 2nd Ocean City Jazz Festival, 5-8pm Island Drive, North Topsail Beach June 30 – July 31st Pet Food Drive for Pender County...

Topsail Times
Jun 30, 20232 min read


Own Your Own Restaurant Competition Announces Competition Updates and “Burgaw Now” Documentary
By Jessica Maurer On Oct. 21, 2023 the final 24 Own Your Own (OYO) competitors will face off in Burgaw, NC. On the line is a restaurant...

Topsail Times
Jun 15, 20232 min read
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