By Dariel Bendin Retro Blues: They’re What’s New Sometimes, to be on the leading edge of the blues, you gotta look back. Case in point: this year’s Cape Fear Blues Festival. The headliner for the annual event is EllerSoul recording artist Li’l Ronnie & the Grand Dukes. This group mixes up elements of 50s R&B, soul, [...]
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2nd Sol Slam in Chucktown August 3 & 4
By Tammy Brackett The Windjammer and Sol Driven Train are proud to present the 2nd annual Sol Slam, August 3rd and 4th at the Windjammer, Isle of Palms, SC. Join Sol Driven Train and a host of Charleston bands for two days of music and fun on the beach! Join Sol Driven Train will be [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Konkel Joins Century 21 Boling & Associates
Century 21 Boling & Associates has announced the addition of Jon Konkel to their team of full time agents on the Grand Strand. Konkel was born in Williston, N.D. The Navy moved his family frequently, mostly along the East Coast. He graduated high school in Virginia Beach, Va. East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C. was [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Musical Theater Camp Brings Creative Close To Summer
By Marla Stroupe Young men and women ages 7-17, this is your opportunity to tap into the world of all things musical and theatrical. Litchfield Dance Arts Academy (LDAA) in Pawleys Island is offering a week-long musical theater camp that gives participants insight into the world of singing, acting, staging, choreography and dance. From 9 [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Abstract Acrylic Paintings Featured at Sunset River Marketplace
On the heels of a hugely successful art workshop with Sterling Edwards, Sunset River Marketplace – the eclectic Calabash, N.C. art gallery – announces a showing of Edwards’ newest abstract pieces at the gallery. It includes two on paper under glass and several large acrylic paintings on canvas. Originally from St. Louis, Mo., Edwards now [...]
Read the rest of this entry »The Outlaws Declare “It’s About Pride” Is First New Album In 18 Years, Due Sept. 25
By Amanda Cagan For The Outlaws, it’s not only about the music they’ve made for decades, it’s also about the pride they’ve always put into creating their legacy. As purely evidenced on their much long-awaited sixth studio album, It’s About Pride is due out September 25 on Rocket Science Ventures. “Tomorrow’s Another Night,” the album’s [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Craftsmen’s Summer Classic Celebrates 30-Year Tradition August 3-5
Meeting hundreds of the country’s finest artists and craftsmen. Choosing one-of-a-kind home accessories, gifts, collectibles and personal treasures from thousands of original works. Enjoying air-conditioned comfort during a break from the sand and surf. Being in the right place at the right time to attend one of the most acclaimed events of its kind in [...]
Read the rest of this entry »The Original Racin’ Mario: Andretti Is the Definition of Racing Legend
By Brian M. Howle Andretti to Preside over Historic Racing Festival; Drive Pace Car There are but few names that, when mentioned, bring a nod of recognition from virtually everyone in the general population. Today, that may be due to the instant fame via Reality TV or viral videos on the net. But true legends [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Summer Concerts Heating Up At HOB For July And August
By Brian M. Howle Whenever it gets to be this time of year, one of those recurring statements I hear repeatedly, ever single year without fail, is the rhetorical “Man, I can’t believe it’s this hot!” Bullfeathers. Hey, Einstein – it’s summer! Our little rock rolls right by the bigass star in the center of [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Local Potter Has Roots in Seagrove and Ancient Korea
By Dariel Bendin Charles Chrisco was born and raised in the Seagrove/ Jugtown area of North Carolina, a region known around the world for its rich pottery heritage. So it’s no surprise to learn that Chrisco is a potter. The surprise is in the route he followed to get there … and the type of [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Learning Along The Waccamaw
The Moveable Feast This popular series is presenting its 14th season of exciting authors talking about their new books at Waccamaw Neck restaurants, followed by lunch and a book signing. Held every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., paid reservations are requested by the Wednesday prior to the feast. Each feast is $25. The [...]
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By Glenn Arnette, III The Red Horse Inn: Landrum, S.C. A Luxurious Vacation Getaway! Located in the sweeping mountains of South Carolina just outside Landrum, there is a beautiful place of perfection created by Mary and Roger Wolters, the owners. Known as The Red Horse Inn, it is an escape of pastoral vistas and an [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Thank You Veterans!
By Paul Gable Gary Watson After graduating from high school in Buffalo, NY, Gary Watson joined the U.S. Navy where he was trained in the Advanced Electronics Program. After completing nearly two years of schooling, Watson was stationed at Naval Security Group Activity Edzell, Scotland where he maintained and repaired a variety of cryptographic equipment. [...]
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