For the past 20 years, Beaufort Wine & Food has been bringing people together through unforgettable culinary experiences — all while giving back to the community. Led by Executive Director Brittany Pittman, the nonprofit has grown from a single weekend event to a...
Along the shores of the Crystal Coast, where shifting skies meet the rhythm of the ocean, photographer and videographer Ashley Case has built a career rooted in curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong passion for storytelling. Ashley fell in love with photography at...
Ann-Marie Phillips, a lifelong Carteret County local, has built a life and career rooted in the community she loves. As the co-owner of Island Sol Collective in Emerald Isle, she offers a wide range of wellness services — from yoga, pilates, and barre classes to kids’...
In the heart of Morehead City stands a beloved local gem: Churchwell’s Jewelers, co-owned by Angie Bass and her husband. Angie’s journey to Morehead City is woven with a deep family connection to the region. Originally from a small town in North Carolina, she spent...
At Posh Pelican, Virginia Bane leads marketing and social media for a boutique known as much for its charm as its heartfelt hospitality. What makes the store truly special, she says, is the relationships formed inside its walls. “I can’t tell you the amount of...
