Cathy Mails, owner of Sea Green Natural Cleaning, has earned international recognition as a finalist in the International Impact Book Award for her book, The Detox Dwelling, a practical guide to nontoxic cleaning and healthier living. The International Impact Book Award is a global community dedicated to recognizing excellence in storytelling and elevating authors whose words create real impact. “The International Impact Award is such an honor,” said Mails. “It’s an award w

The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism announced the winners of the 2025 Topsail Christmas Flotilla. First place was awarded to Pink Pirate Ghostship , captained by Rick Brown. Second place went to Bob Aycock of Good to Go Charters for his entry, Reason for the Season . Third place was awarded to Traci and Carl Huffman for their Grinch display. Sponsored by Sea Tow of Wrightsville Beach and Web Designs Your Way, the Topsail Christmas Flotilla awarded $1,00

Jeff Wenzel, owner and photographer at Above Topsail, has been awarded first place in the Children/Babies Portrait category at the annual...