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Brunswick County CRS class rating increases to 8

Brunswick County has met the standards to increase its Community Rating System (CRS) class rating from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to an 8, qualifying for a discount in the premium cost of flood insurance for NFIP policies.

Rash succeeds Yoho as OIB fire chief

OCEAN ISLE BEACH — Ocean Isle Beach Fire Chief Robert Yoho had one last job to do April 10: attend the town board meeting to receive his retirement recognition.

Yoho, who retired April 9, was involved with the Ocean Isle Beach Fire Department for almost 34 years.

Mayor Debbie Smith said it was extra special to recognize Yoho “because he is my brother-in-law.”

“Bobby has served this town for many years, as a volunteer fireman (up to serving) as the fire chief. I can tell you this is in his blood,” Smith said.

Woodsong Porch & Art Stroll

For the third year, Woodsong, a traditional “walking” neighborhood off Village Road in Shallotte, is celebrating spring and the arts with the Woodsong Porch & Art Stroll from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21.

More than 20 local artists and artisans invited by Sunset River Marketplace in Calabash will be on hand to display and sell their work set up on porches of the Charleston-style homes in the community off Pender Road, showcasing art, pottery and jewelry.

Brunswick Concert Band presents ‘Bandtastic!’ April 19 and 21

The Brunswick Concert Band marches out “Bandtastic!,” its annual spring concert, in two performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19, at Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College and 3 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at Hatch Auditorium in Caswell Beach.

Under the direction of Tom Smicklas and Michael Stringer, the concert will feature favorites including "A Tribute to Rodgers and Hammerstein” and “Frank Sinatra in Concert” along with several Sousa marches.

100! Mother and daughter celebrate milestone goal together

 SHALLOTTE – Gwenna Gentle had nine goals and a measley four assists during her freshman year on West Brunswick’s women’s lacrosse team.

That makes her accomplishment two weeks ago at M.H. Rourk Stadium even Shallotte all the more remarkable.

Gentle poured a shot into the back of the net in the second half of a big victory over county rival South Brunswick for her 100th career goal.

First Tee to host 8th Annual Future Generations Tournament at Sea Trail

 The 8th Annual Future Generations Tournament to benefit The First Tee of Coastal Carolinas will be held Saturday, June 16, at Sea Trail Golf Resort in Sunset Beach. This prestigious tournament is one of The First Tee of Coastal Carolinas’ major fundraisers to support its core programs of golf skills and character development for young people. 

Seismic testing, offshore drilling risks intolerable

To the editor:

Eight years ago, we began watching video of oil gushing into the Gulf. We watched in agony for 87 days.

BP is still paying for remediation, claimed as tax deductions. No one was jailed for causing the worst environmental disaster in U.S. history.

Two face murder charge after abused child dies more than 20 years later

By Lindsay Kriz

Staff Writer

BOLIVIA — Two people are charged with murder in a child abuse case reported almost 21 years ago in Brunswick County.

David Raefore Tripp Jr., 45, of Ash was arrested April 9 and Robyn Lynn Noffsinger, 41, was arrested April 10. Both are being held at the Brunswick County Detention Facility, each on $1 million bail.

Oyster shell bagging April 25 in Sunset Beach

The North Carolina Coastal Federation will host an oyster shell bagging workday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, at the main Sunset Beach Fire Station at 102 Shoreline Drive West across from Sunset Beach Town Park.

Community members and volunteers should meet outside the station and wear closed-toe shoes or boots that fully cover their feet. Attendees will help fill mesh bags with oyster shells. Volunteers will also be needed to cut, tie, lift and stack the shell bags, which will be used to build oyster reefs.

Mia Adcock’s three goals spur Trojans to 4-0 win

 SHALLOTTE – Mia Adcock was anything but “MIA” during West Brunswick’s 4-0 victory over Topsail on April 10 at M.H. Rourk Stadium in Shallotte.

The senior midfielder broke a scoreless tie with 2:51 left in the first half before adding a pair of second-half goals in the Trojans’ first Mideastern Conference victory of the 2018 season.

Mia Adcock is a natural forward, but a slew of injuries has forced the speedster to play center midfield for her squad.