Shop Local This Christmas and Support Onslow County North Carolina (Hubert, Swansboro, Jacksonville)

I think most people are in the same boat. It's the Christmas season when we exchange gifts with family, friends and clients.

Money is tight for everyone. The price of gas, food, heating fuel and pretty much everything has risen. What is one to do? The answer for most of us is.... look for the best price and value.

What I am suggesting to you is that what appears to be the best price and value may not be. Sure it is convenient to shop on-line or in the big box stores where you can find any and everything under the sun.

But have you thought about where the money goes when you shop on-line or in the big box stores? I can tell you that most of that money is sent out of your town, state and often the country.

I can almost hear what you are thinking "but I can buy that t.v so much cheaper at Wallyworld than the local t.v shop". Really? Do you know that for a fact?

Why not talk to the local business and tell them you want to buy locally and support your local businesses and ask if they are willing and able to meet the price of the item? My bet is they will, they want and need your business.

Would it not be better to support and patronize you local business that

• Pays local taxes that supports your schools, police and fire departments, etc.
  
  
• Hires local employees, contractors and vendors
  
  
• Invests in real estate in the area
  
  
• Banks with local banks
  

• Keeps the money circulating in your town/community

Who do you think is going to be more likely to honor warranties, provide personal service and have an interest in problems you might have with your purchases?

I challenge you to shop with your local businesses, use local contractors and service providers. They are your neighbors and friends and the money stays in your area. That is important.

Put your trust and money in local businesses where it will best serve you and your community.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

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Onslow County High Schools Sports This Week

Do you support your local Onslow County schools and student athletes?. I think it is important to do so. These teams are great resources and the kids put a lot of time and effort into their sports. Your attendance and support would be greatly appreciated by the kids, school and community.

Why not plan to attend a game, match or meet this week? If you have younger children, they will certainly enjoy the excitement and action of a high school sports event.

Check the schedule I have provided. You surely can find a game close by in Swansboro, Jacksonville or other areas of Onslow County.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
BOYS SOCCER
Dixon at Lejeune, 6 p.m.
Swansboro at East Duplin, 6 p.m.
West Brunswick at Jacksonville, 6 p.m.
GIRLS GOLF
Mideastern Conference meet at Echo Farms, 2 p.m.
GIRLS TENNIS
Dixon at Jones Senior

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
BOYS SOCCER
South Brunswick at Dixon, 6 p.m.
VOLLEYBALL
Topsail at Dixon, 5 p.m.
East Duplin at SW Onslow, 5 p.m.
Ashley at Jacksonville, 5:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
BOYS SOCCER
Pamlico at Dixon, 6 p.m..m.
Hoggard at Jacksonville, 6 p.m.
GIRLS GOLF
Coastal Plains meet at Dixon, 2:30 p.m.
GIRLS TENNIS
Lejeune at Dixon


THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
BOYS SOCCER
Richlands at Dixon, 6 p.m.
GIRLS TENNIS
East Duplin at Jacksonville-Northside, 3:30 p.m.
CROSS COUNTRY
Mideastern Conference meet at West Bruswick, 4 p.m.
Ashley, Hoggard, White Oak at Jacksonville, 4:30 p.m

VOLLEYBALL
East Duplin at Richlands, 5 p.m.
East Carteret at Dixon, 5 p.m..
Ashley at Jacksonville, 5:30 p.m.
Lejeune at Topsail
FIELD HOCKEY
Cary Academy at Cape Fear Academy, 5 p.m.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
FOOTBALL
Jacksonville at Laney, 7:30 p.m.
Richlands at East Duplin, 7:30 p.m.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor®, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Contact me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military families locate a home in Onslow County NC

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Growing Pains in Swansboro NC

Swansboro, NC is experiencing growing pains and dealing with the symptoms. There has been a moratorium on building, renovation and demolition in the historic, waterfront area of town since August of last year. It will expire on August 15 of this year. The planning and zoning department in conjunction with the historic preservation society have worked together and come up with a height restriction plan .

Those in favor of the height restriction plan say they want to keep the unique, quaint waterfront village appearance the town has and preserve the water views. The residents and business owners who oppose the proposed plan feel it is not fair to impose higher taxes on residents when new businesses which would increase the tax base are being shut out by the proposed new rule.

This issue has caused heated discussions--no final decisions have been made.

Cynthia Tilghman, REALTOR®, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Contact me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes
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