Brenda's Blog

The Film and Fireworks Series is the centerpiece of another summer of affordable fun at Carolina Beach. It's perfect for a long-weekend getaway. You can enjoy free live music and a spectacular fireworks display Thursday evening starting at 6:30pm, then hang out at the beachside amusements or othe...

  Some ideas for updating your home are at  the 2010 Remodeling Expo, held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Kitchen & Bath Galleries, 914 S. Kerr Ave. They will assist you as you kick off your renovation efforts. The event will showcase new materials and projects and offer free 30-minute seminars with d...

New Hanover County residents already approved a one-quarter cent sales tax increase. Now the county commissioners plan to raise property taxes too. At the direction of the majority of commissioners, County Manager Bruce Shell will produce a recommended spending plan tha...