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Hall of Fame Enshrines Local Athletic Legends, Boosts Tourism
Hall of Fame enshrines local athletic legends, boosts tourism
North Carolina Symphony Wows Jacksonville Audiences Twice Each Year
It may be a long-distance relationship, but the love affair between Onslow County and the nation’s first state-sponsored orchestra goes back more than six decades – evidence of the bond between the community and the North Carolina Symphony.
Efforts Are Underway to Preserve Miles of Coastline
Efforts are under way to preserve pristine waterways and miles of coastline
Onslow Vietnam Vets Memorial Run Draws Bikers to Honor Fallen Heros
Get on your motorcycle and ride – especially this September.
Longest Running Military Welcome Center Entertains the Troops
The USO in Jacksonville is the longest continually operated center in the world because “our community is adamant” in its support, says Judy Robinson.
Step Shows Stomp Their Way Into the Limelight
Some call it stompin‚’ others prefer stepping. Either way‚ if you’re looking for some high-energy‚ pulse-pounding entertainment‚ then a step show’s the place to be.
Montford Point Marines No Longer a Well-kept Secret
The Montford Point Marines will no longer be a well-kept secret‚ if Melton McLaurin and Clarence Willie have anything to say about it.
The Buzz About Honey and Beekeeping
There’s a small 12- by 16-foot operation behind the Farmer’s Market that organizers hope will cause a big buzz in Onslow County.
Military spouses Extend support to Families of Injured Warriors
A mortar attack blew away Shannon Maxwell’s former life. Putting it back together was tough‚ but it was a job made easier by the support of family and friends.
Jacksonville Artist’s Watercolor Paintings Honor Military
When Emerald Isle artist Marsha Mills began creating a series of paintings to honor military servicemen and women in 2004‚ she had no idea the response would be so overwhelming.
Educational, Recreational, Historical Adventures Await in Jacksonville
Theresa Carter likes to compare Jacksonville to a bicycle wheel‚ with the city serving as the “hub” and the surrounding commu nities as “spokes” for leisurely day trips.
Commemorative Bricks Used to Build Marine Corps Museum
Laser-engraved bricks‚ sold through a brick fundraising program‚ have been so popular that the museum already has sold between 500 and 600‚ says Gail Walters‚ director of operations and development for the Marine Corps Museum of the Carolinas.
Theaters Offer Fun Live Entertainment in Jacksonville
It may not be Broadway‚ but for a lot less money‚ folks in Jacksonville-Onslow County can get their fill of fine theater at the Coastal Carolina Community College and USO theaters.
Onslow County Boasts Nation’s Only V-22 Osprey Training Site
In the wild‚ an osprey is a powerful bird whose name in Greek means “sea eagle.”
Sneads Ferry Community Theatre Builds Loyal Following
It took Julia Eller “at least 20 seconds” to decide whether to start a community theater. Her answer: an enthusiastic yes‚ recalls Larry Scislowicz‚ chairman of the Sneads Ferry Community Theatre board.
Jacksonville Project CARE Helps Military, Spouses During Deployments
When thousands of troops are deployed from Camp Lejeune‚ the community waves goodbye to its T-ball coaches‚ PTA presidents‚ church elders‚ moms and dads.
Onslow County Council For the Arts Sponsor Winter Entertainment for Kids
The Council for the Arts in Onslow County is doing its part to warm the hearts of area youngsters during cold-weather months.
Jacksonville Marines and Civilians Find Strength in Unity
Col. Keith Oliver can tell you exactly when the deep friendship between Onslow County and Camp Lejeune was born. It’s not a date any Marine – or local resident – is likely to forget.
