People

The Future is Bright at Brunswick Community College

Student success rates, brand-new programs, and advanced technologies are thriving under the leadership of President Dr. Gene Smith 

When the World is Your Oyster

Fisherman Ana Shellem shares her inspiring outside-of-the-shell story

Port City’s Pollyana

Carousel Center’s Laurie Taylor is making positive changes in the lives of victimized children

Contemporary Abstract

Surrealism, music and dreams influence the work of local artist Barton Hatcher

Upping the SCORE

New Chapter Chair, Alan Armstrong, brings years of experience to local chapter

Best of Wilmington 2019

The ballots have been tallied…and now it’s the grand finale! 

Living History

Piecing together puzzles of the port

Men + Women in Business 2019

Savvy entrepreneurs, accomplished business owners and standout men and women of Wilmington and beaches who are rising to the top. 

An Empowering Hart

Chief Executive Officer Charrise Hart is taking the YWCA’s outreach and mission to new heights

Making Waves

Local entrepreneur and surfer, Kevin Murphy, uses his passion for the sea to meet others needs

Writing Thank You Notes

A formula to help stop the procrastinating

A Family Affair

A hobby in genealogy leads to a fulfilling leadership role in Daughters of the American Revolution

Art for All

Changing the perception of the arts in Brunswick County

Perfectly Capable

Managing Your Holiday Party Schedule

A Curious Position

Throw out the records, and such. The stakes will be high again this football season for rivals N.C. State and UNC

Connecting with Culture

Joy Allen’s exposure and natural attraction to distinctive cultures inspired the feat of preserving Wilmington’s colonial history

Best of Wilmington 2018

Our annual Best of Wilmington covers all of our top local businesses and people. So, whether you are in need of a car, a cocktail, or clothes, we have you covered. Here is your road map to the best the Port City has to offer.

A Glowing Circle

Judy Girard’s professional journey paved the way for the opening of Wilmington’s first all-girls charter school

The ‘A’ List

Get to know these accomplished entrepreneurs, business owners, and leading men and women of Wilmington and the beaches

Keeping it Real

Elise Rocks takes lead of Wilmington’s CREW, a nationally affiliated organization that advocates networking and education for the women of real estate

The Evolution of Cucalorus

Aesthete Dan Brawley is keeping Wilmington on the map as a creative Center