From the parade to the naturalization ceremony, the city of Southport put on a patriotic display during the NC 4th of July Festival.

But - it’s not the Fourth of July parade that brings in the dough for some of these local businesses, it’s the day after. “They come back and buy what they couldn’t carry or didn’t want to carry ...

Duck Duck Goose’s doors were wide open on Moore St. during the annual Fourth of July parade in Southport - and their goal is simple: share the charm of the coastal city.