''I recently used Pennell Photography for my wedding. Let me tell you that the service I received was out of this world and I couldn't be more pleased with the images I received afterwards. We even scheduled a one year anniversary shoot to recapture memories at our special place, Emerald Isle. Kudos to Pennell Photography!...''

''I found a stray cat who was very sick at work the other day...I took him to Pet Docks, and the staff there immediately took him back and cared for him. It turned out that the kitty needed to be put to sleep, and the staff were amazingly helpful and kind in regards to the sad situation. They ended the kitty's suffering and deserve thanks and praise....''

''Robin, the owner of Petal Pushers, is awesome! I walked in on a weekday and she was the only one there working at the time and she dropped everything she was doing to spend over an hour with me to plan the perfect floral arrangements for my wedding. There is only one word for the arrangements she puts together...masterpieces. I would recommend Petal Pushers to anyone who needs someone who will cater to their floral needs, no matter what the occassion is. Not to mention she has such cute novelti...''

''You all need to experience this awesome place.. The girls there are experts at what they do whether it be hair, nails, waxing. All are friendly..you are treated as if they have know you all your life. The prices are competitive and fair. The service you receive is second to none. They give you their honest expert opinions on professional matters. They have recently moved into the new plaza in Swansboro..the salon was done in very good taste...very very clean and asthetic and pleasing to the eyes...''