“Boost the ‘Boro” Initiates First Revitalization Project

April 26th, 2008 | webmaster | Revitalization Projects

Work has begun at 107 West Seaboard Street (vacant lot beside Dakota Lynn’s Clothing) on BTB’s first ever beautification project. The owner, Mr. Cecil Lewis, has allowed the use of this property to create a walkway from the Town’s Parking Area to the sidewalk on West Seaboard Street. When completed, this will allow the businesses in the area easy access to the parking area as well as creating a visually appealing space.

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Roots Run Deep in Small Town Life

April 26th, 2008 | webmaster | Life in a Small Town

By Courtney Danielle’ White

I am the 16 year-old daughter of Carey White of Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, and Andrea B. Ivey of Lumberton, North Carolina. My paternal grandparents are Dean and Patti White of Bladenboro, and my maternal grandparents are John and Brenda Blackmon of Bladenboro. I attend West Bladen High School as a Junior. I’m currently a member of the Beta, Spanish, Shag, Varsity and HOSA Clubs. I play Varsity Volleyball, which happens to be my favorite sport. I truly enjoy every minute of every game. The two most comfortable places for me is on a volleyball court or on a stage singing. I don’t claim to be a “great” singer—I just enjoy singing! I sing specials at my church on a monthly basis.

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