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Hopped Up on Art

Leland’s Museum of Beer and Art blends craft beer with curated art

From Pitch to Plate

Two new restaurants open in downtown Burgaw through Own Your Own contest

Life Along the River

At River Bluffs in Castle Hayne, nature and a strong sense of community shape daily life along the Cape Fear

Next-Generation Shoppers Bring New Life to Antiquing

Local vendors see a surge of younger shoppers, rebelling against fast furniture and boring décor 

The Summer Camp Scramble

From traditional, slower Southern summers to exciting field days spent digging up crabs in the marshes, several local resources help parents balance home, extended learning, and play

Awaiting Azaleas

As spring emerges, local clothing boutiques offer florals, pops of color, and fabrics perfect for transitional weather

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Best of Wilmington 2025

Celebrating the Best Across the City and Its Beaches

Making Dreams Come True

For nearly a half-century, Pool Specialist has helped homeowners achieve and maintain their desired pool experience

Men + Women in Business 2025

Get to know these seasoned entrepreneurs, business owners, and leading men & women of the greater Wilmington area

A New Era for a Coastal Gem

Trailborn Surf & Sound, formerly the Blockade Runner Beach Resort, reopens in Wrightsville Beach after extensive renovations, offering modern luxury while honoring its coastal heritage

Scoops of Nostalgia

STAX Ice Cream blends tradition and creativity to craft a community-focused dessert destination

I’ll Have S’more, Please!

Concorde Espresso Bar’s travel-inspired coffee by day, espresso martinis by fireside nights are the perfect cozy escape

Smoke on the Water

A renewed focus on food at popular Riverlights dining spot

It’s Time for Beach Read Books

Grab a portable chair, umbrella and one of these recommendations from a local bookshop for the perfect day by the sea

Summer Edit

Get into vacation mode with these effortlessly chic local looks

Savoring Ireland

A culinary exploration at Anantara The Marker-Dublin 

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Extras for Everyone!

The Kitchen Man credits seven years of success to perks and people

A Wall of Its Own

Mural Artist Gina Franco chats about an up-and-coming art form, where a blank wall is transformed into a piece of art, and the world is a brighter place because of it.

I’ll Have The Julia, Please

Julia Castellano’s Little Loaf Bakery & Schoolhouse brings artisanal bread and community to an evolving Wilmington

Winter Warmers

Cozy culinary treats to conjure up this season

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