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Cover Story: Peanut Butter & Jelly

The best in kids' couture, maternity fashions and designer furnishings.

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Style File: Made in Wilmington
Every day a Wilmington discovery is made. Whether it's an indie film debut at Cucalorus, the allure of Spanx at La Bella Forma or the hangover-fighting Green-tini at Caffe Phoenix, we're enlightened with the hidden talents and wonders of Wilmington. Wilmington not only has talent. We've got style. For the Style mavens, meet our hometown designer darlings. If you're craving a one-of-a-kind look, these are your girls... read full article

The Coast In Focus
Every day we have the pleasure of enjoying breath-taking scenic beauty all around us in this unique location we call home - Wilmington, North Carolina. Whether it's a view of an illuminated downtown skyline reflecting off the Cape Fear River - or a sunrise on the beautiful, sandy beach - it's no wonder why so many visit and decide to stay. To honor our extraordinary coast, we've captured some of Wilmington's best scenery on the next pages - from the river, to the sea... Enjoy!
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Focus On: S. Burke Fine Jewelry and Gifts
When entering S. Burke Fine Jewelry and Gifts, a smiling woman's reflection is seen in the elegant mirror hanging above sparkling glass display cases. She is Tracy Upshaw, store owner and 1994 graduate of UNCW. read full article

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Behind the Scenes - Peanut Butter & Jelly
Behind the scenes of our July 2009 cover shoot of Peanut Butter & Jelly.
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In-House Girls' Nite Out: Haunted Pub Crawl
Have you ever wanted to relive part of your childhood? Not the icky junk associated with growing up, but the fun stuff. Things you couldn't normally do as an adult. Remember slumber parties? The food, the soda, the laughter, the silliness, and of course, the phone calls to the opposite sex were all important ingredients for a successful slumber party. But, so were the stories. Ghost stories, that is. Eerie stories and tales fabricated from bits and pieces of naive lives woven around sleeping bags and flashlights. read full article

Style Q & A: James + Dunne Styling
Style Girl Jess James and Shannon Dunne of James + Dunne Styling help JDRF honored guest Mary Barto find the dress of her dreams
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Focus Finds: Made in Wilmington
Wilmington is filled with so many highly talented artisans, there is no need to look outside the city limits for great finds. Think global and shop local! read full article

Making Art: Deborah Cavenaugh's Art World
For every action there must be inspiration, and for every inspiration we have the choice to take action. Deborah Cavenaugh is a self-taught artist whose perspective on everyday life is reflected in her vivid artwork and community charged lifestyle. Her work, in its rich whimsy and dreamy visuals, represents an imagination that is figuratively uncluttered and free of doubt. She carries a joyous manner and has a very special talent in helping others find their way. read full article

Making Music: Nevernude
If the band's name, Nevernude, doesn't intrigue you, or the fact that Wes Hutchinson is a successful New York-based songwriter, rest assured their music will. read full article

Making Film: DV3 Eats and Sleeps Video
Change coincides with growth as a result of innovation and experimentation. In order to progress, you must strive to work towards a defined goal, plotting points on a map and adapting with the changes that develop. read full article

Kids In Focus: Arrr! The Pirates Are Coming!
For the past two years, our son has worn his black felt pirate hat everywhere we have gone. Yep. That's me. The mom whose kid believed his pirate hat had some sorta essence that when worn alerted everyone everywhere that he was indeed a real pirate. read full article

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