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“My friends, I address you all as you truly are; … mermaids, travelers, adventurers, magicians... Come and dream with me.” Hugo Cabret


Interview: Dr. Joseph Blaha, jazz musician
Jazz . . .You can miss a note and still make it work . . . like life. I first met Joe through his wife, Sara, who is an author and a...


Seabird - Wilmington
We found the Seabird when we went walking around looking for a place to eat breakfast and they were open for brunch. It was definitely...


Perly's Delicatessen Restaurant
Perly's original owners were Harry and Mary Perlstein. Mary met and married Harry in England during World War II. She moved to America in...


the Lodge at Wakulla Springs - Crawfordville, "old Florida"
Wakulla Springs is like traveling back in time. The springs are known for the filming of the 1954 film, Creature from the Black Lagoon....


Understanding the Essentials of Web Design
In today's digital world, the importance of a well-designed website cannot be overstated. A website is often the first impression...


How to Choose a Local Web Designer
Choosing a local web designer can feel like a daunting task, especially with so many options available. A website is often the first...


The Friendliest Town on the East Coast
Wilmington, North Carolina Back when I first lived in Tallahassee, my job allowed me to travel the state of Florida and visit resorts. I...


ARRIVE Wilmington - hotel
The ARRIVE hotel in Wilmington starts with a story about an elephant named Topsy who escaped from the Hagenbeck-Wallace circus in 1922.


Interview: Ed Smith, Walter Biggs collector
Ed Smith is a business owner in the Roanoke Valley where I grew up. He is also an art collector. One of his favorite local artists is an...
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