I used to run to meet the waves when I was a child. “Putting my best foot forward” for the first time each summer was a magical time for me. I can’t explain it. I can only relive it in the eyes of my six grandchildren. I’m native to Topsail and still experience wonder every time I walk on the beach. I am at peace with the world. …… it never gets old. Remember when you vacationed...
Swing Bridge, Draw Bridge and The Bridge, whatever you call it. The Surf City bridge has its days numbered. It is falling to the march of time. There are at least two camps you know Let’s keep it and wait for the boat parades go by. Let’s raze it and replace it with a long concrete winding snake connecting us to the mainland. Can you guess which camp I favor? I keep a paperback underneath my car...
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Burger King recently announced the fast food restaurant will offer hot dogs. In Pender County, we have the king of hot dogs – Paul’s Place Famous Hot Dogs. Since 1928, Paul’s Place has been a local favorite. Located at 11725 US Hwy 117 S, in Rocky Point, the Paul family opened a restaurant to serve fried chicken and barbeque. “My granddaddy cooked hogs on the wood fire,” said David...
