Fritts Causby freelance writer

04/15/2026

Jesse La Flair is an actor, an athlete, a stuntman and a pioneer in the sport of free-running. He's appeared in major productions such as Divergent, 300: Rise of an Empire and multiple X-Men films, where he doubled as Nightcrawler, as shown on his IMDB reel (here), which is amazing. Thanks to Wrightsville Beach Magazine, I was lucky enough to get to meet him and write an interview about it (linked below) https://www.wrightsvillebeachmagazine.com/2026_spring/jesse-la-flair-introduces-parkour-fitness-in-wilmington/article_2b04702a-48d2-4b92-9578-7b5ee26062cb.html

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03/21/2026

03/07/2026

Brookgreen Gardens: America's First Sculpture Garden Still Forges Ahead 🌿🗿

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**Hours**: Daily 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (gates close 4:30 PM for daytime admission). Check brookgreen.org for seasonal/special event updates.

Now the story: America's first public outdoor sculpture garden (opened 1932!) is right in our backyard near Myrtle Beach — and it's more inspiring than ever.

551 acres in Murrells Inlet: 1,400+ figurative sculptures, meandering paths, water features, ancient live oaks with Spanish moss, spring blooms, a small accredited zoo, botanical gardens, rice plantation history trail, microscopic miniature art gallery, meditation spots, and on-site restaurants.

Founded by Archer Huntington and sculptor Anna Hyatt Huntington on former rice plantations, Brookgreen transformed a complex history into beauty, art, and peace. Anna’s vision — showcasing women artists in an era when they were often overlooked — is especially powerful.

It's a reminder: places with difficult pasts can become centers of wonder for generations.

Have you been? What's your favorite spot — sculptures, gardens, zoo, or quiet paths? Drop it below! 👇

Full article (history, hidden gems, why it's worth the trip) in the first comment.

Photo from Brookgreen Gardens website (brookgreen.org)

Fritts Causby

03/07/2026

ILM: Wilmington's Fastest-Growing Airport – Boon or Buzz? ✈️🌊

Wilmington International Airport (ILM) is booming: $3.3 billion economic impact in 2023, 1.3+ million passengers, 4th-fastest growing in the nation, #1 in NC.

But rapid growth brings concerns — especially noise from military and commercial flights.

- Airport launched a voluntary FAA Part 150 Noise Study (started 2024, ongoing through ~2026) to map impacts and explore voluntary abatement procedures.
- Public feedback sessions held (May 2024, Nov 2025) — residents described some noise as "horrendous" or "stabbed in the ears."
- Potential mitigations: soundproofing homes/schools if data shows issues (voluntary for pilots).
- Big change ahead: ILM likely headed for Class C airspace designation (expanding controlled area from 5 to ~20 miles out) for better traffic separation/safety.
- $185M 5-year capital plan to handle 1.5M+ passengers annually.

Growth fuels jobs, tourism, and connectivity — but balance with community well-being is key. As one expert said: "It's impossible to have a thriving community without a thriving airport."

What do you think — is the noise a fair trade for the economic boost? Share your experience or thoughts below! 👇

Full article (with details on the study, Class C implications, and future tech like quieter aircraft) in the first comment.

Photo by ILM/BDS Aviation Photography

Fritts Causby

03/07/2026

Avast Ye, Matey! 🏴‍☠️⛵
Luxury Home Plies the Waters at Figure Eight

By Fritts Causby | Photos by Andrew Sherman

What could be better than docking a luxury yacht on Figure Eight Island? For the owners of 21 Sandy Point, this nautical-inspired masterpiece is the answer.

Surrounded on nearly all sides by water, the home blends seamlessly with its coastal environment — from the teak-and-holly observatory mimicking a ship's cockpit (with 360° sky views) to galley-style kitchens, shiplap walls, and a pool that wraps under the house like a resort oasis.

Highlights:
- Tabby stucco pillars (oyster-shell concrete) give the lower level a breakwater vibe
- Garage doors open on both ends for breezeway water views
- Outdoor kitchen with hidden wax-paper roller for low-country boils & oyster roasts
- Hand-rubbed oak floors, plaster staircase, and custom art curation by Pall Mall Art Advisors

It's a boater's paradise that proves you don't have to choose between life on the water and appreciating value that rises (unlike most boats!).

What do you think — would you live on a "yacht on land"? Drop a comment! 👇

Fritts Causby

03/07/2026

Fritts Causby Freelance Writer

Specializing in luxury real estate pitches, architectural storytelling, travel, ecology, and local culture.

Contract writer and ghost writer for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties and Ward and Smith Attorneys at Law. Published in Wrightsville Beach Magazine, Port City Daily, and more.

Also publishing The Pinnacle: luxury real estate, stocks, and the aspirational lifestyle → thepinnacle.beehiiv.com

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