The City of Southport Board of Aldermen saw the 2026-2027 budget proposal for the first time on May 27 and will vote later this month on a possible tax increase for local residents. City Manager Noah Saldo told aldermen at their first budget meeting he is... See more
The Southport Board of Aldermen made changes to its noise ordinance during its regular May meeting, and discussed the issue of noise from local businesses affecting homeowners. The board voted to change the time of local business deliveries as garbage pic... See more
A bill introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly last Tuesday, May 5, would give county commissioners in Brunswick County the authority to make final decisions relating to approval of new developments. Representative Charlie Miller and Senator Bil... See more
Brunswick County leaders agreed on April 20 to send a letter to their legislative delegation for permission to raise fire fees up to 50% in the next two years. The board voted 4-1 to draft a resolution to send to local members of the North Carolina Genera... See more
Southport Board of Aldermen followed its planning board’s advice and tightened restrictions on vape and smoke shops in certain areas, saying the establishments are potentially harmful to children. Board members, after lengthy discussion, approved a text a... See more
