What's up Southport! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
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Also on today's calendar: Hood's Creek: American Fish Company, Southport, NC... and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• More closings, lawsuits and commercial growth flood Brunswick (starnewsonline.com subscription) — Southport residents face big changes as beloved Bullfrog Corner in the historic downtown prepares to close during a redevelopment, while the Rivermist community readies for new commercial growth including a hotel and more retail. The roundup also highlights major housing expansions across Brunswick County and key municipal meetings this week on flooding, dam work, and annexations.
• Near death experiences are real, some experts say. What survivors saw (thenewstribune.com) — A Southport resident, Nurit Niskala, is among several people sharing detailed near-death experiences that changed their lives, including hers during a dangerous childbirth in 1984. Researchers and doctors weigh in on whether such vivid accounts suggest consciousness may continue briefly after the body appears to die, and how science struggles to fully explain them.
• Ann Galante Roberson, 78 (portcitydaily.com) — Southport is mourning longtime resident Ann Galante Roberson, 78, who passed away August 14 after building a vibrant, family-centered life that eventually led her and her husband Dale to the St. James community in 2015. Loved for her adventurous spirit, beachside joy, and deep friendships in local book and Bible study groups, she leaves a legacy of "Carpe Diem" and "Live Aloha" for family and friends.
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