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Cape Fear Voices/The Teen Scene

Cape Fear Voices / The Teen Scene named 2024 Non-Profit of the Year by North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce

Cape Fear Voices/The Teen Scene

July 2024: Notes from the Editor
July 2024: Notes from the Editor
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Thanks to Teen Scene, I am overcoming fears of public speaking in the comfortable environment of Toastmasters International.
The Journey With Toastmasters
Violet A., Teen Scene Intern, Brunswick County Early College High School • July 1, 2024
I have been attending weekly Toastmasters International meetings with a club founded in Brunswick County, for four meetings. My experience has been extremely positive overall. 
What Is It?
WHAT IS IT?
Nancy Bryans, Writer, Teen Scene Editor, Production Assistant • July 1, 2024
Sightings of strange things racing against blue or starry skies, spotted by numerous people, fueled speculation of flying saucers.
CAPE FEAR VOICES/TEEN SCENE WINS NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR
CAPE FEAR VOICES/TEEN SCENE WINS NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR
Jan Morgan-Swegle and Gerald Decker June 27, 2024
The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce held their annual Awards Dinner on June 26 at the Leland Cultural Arts Center.
VFW Post 12196 Summer Dance Gala
Leland VFW Post 12196: Summer Dance Gala
Gerald Decker, Founder, President • June 23, 2024
We're holding our second VFW Summer dance Gala on July 13 at the LCAC. See the flyer for a QR code to purchase tickets.
He opened his mouth, but his vocal cords would not vibrate.
Silent Scream: Eight Years After
Charles Bins, Writer, illustrator • July 1, 2024
He saw Robert in the next row ahead of him grab Eleanor’s blonde pigtail and hold it over the inkwell, but he could only watch.
How To Console Someone
How To Console Someone
Brendan Connelly, Contributing Writer • July 1, 2024
We always find it difficult to find the right words to express our condolences.
The Human Race
The Human Race
Doug Ensley, Contributing Writer • July 1, 2024
Places passed are places past, and stories told extol the dead
Love at First Sight
Love at First Sight
Doug Ensley, Contributing Writer • July 1, 2024
Leann takes a deep breath to quiet her stomach and pushes the wheelchair into the resident’s room.
American Constitution and Flag image
Independence Day!  
Dan Neizmik, Contributing Writer • July 1, 2024
God bless America ~ it’s the 4th of July!
Keto diet food ingredients
Food For Thought on Meal Prepping
Victor Fernandes, Contributing Writer • July 1, 2024
Do you often feel frazzled Monday through Friday?
A view of Positano, our final destination, from an outlook on the trail.
Cheese and Honey on the Path of the Gods
Janet Stiegler, Contributing Writer • July 1, 2024
I convinced my husband that he wants to hike the Amalfi Coast for his 70th birthday...
A FEW FUN EVENTS IN LELAND/ WILMINGTON IN JULY
A FEW FUN EVENTS IN LELAND/ WILMINGTON IN JULY
Jan Morgan-Swegle, Editor • July 1, 2024
Are you looking for something to do in July?  Wondering where to go to see fireworks for the 4th?
The Terrible Trail
The Terrible Trail
David Hume III, Contributing Writer
Friday Night Live 2024
Friday Night Live 2024
Lesson Learned
Lesson Learned
Paul Paolicelli, Contributing Writer
Beach, Water
Tidal Cuneiforms
Dan Mask, Contributing Writer
Mystical Fairy Walk Path in forest
An Enchanted Forest
Dan Neizmik, Contributing Writer
America’s Anthem  -  A Fourth of July Poem  
America’s Anthem - A Fourth of July Poem  
Kaitlyn Steve, Contributing Writer
The Last Man
The Last Man
Dan Mask, Contributing Writer
 Happy Father’s Day / Public Domain Vectors
LAUGHING IN THE GOLDEN YEARS
Maryann Nunnally, Contributing Writer
One More RV Trip
Finding Sharon
Stan Washington, Contributing Writer
Dan Hurley for President
Dan Hurley for President
John Gozzi, Contributing Writer
Life in the Slow Lane
Life in the Slow Lane
Lisa H. Mote, Contributing Writer
Welcome to Zs!
Z’S BARBERSHOP OPENS IN LELAND!
Jan Morgan-Swegle, Editor
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Joshua 1:9 in the Bible says, Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9
Giuliana M., Grade 10, Brunswick County Early College High School • July 1, 2024
Soldiers from the U.S. Armed Forces are role models to me. The bravery these men and women exhibit is spectacular. They go into battlefields with such boldness even when victory is not guaranteed.
Alarm Clock
Alarm Clock
Marlith G.-C., Grade 9, Brunswick County Early College High School • July 1, 2024
Stress settled in like dust in a basement. My alarm clock stared at me with a never-ending ringing.
Sydney Scaries
Sydney Scaries
Shikka S., Year 10, William Clarke College, Australia • July 1, 2024
Stabbings, disappearances and increasing domestic violence are amongst the unprecedented crime wave flooding our city and casting fear over communities.
West Wind’s Top Five
West Wind’s Top Five
Rowan M., Staff Writer, West Brunswick High School • July 1, 2024
If you are looking for some recommendations for shows, music and snacks the West Wind has got your back.
A Sweet Southern Summer
A Sweet Southern Summer
Ma’Kenzy F., Grade 9, Brunswick County Early College High School • July 1, 2024
All my friends have gone away Away to the beach to enjoy the bright sun rays The salty yet cooling breeze
Red Foxes Are Cool
Red Foxes Are Cool
Haven P., Grade 7, Leland Middle School • July 1, 2024
Red foxes are nocturnal, but they can be out at any time of the day whether it's to find food, bask in the sun, or play.
The Forgotten Art of … the Arts
The Forgotten Art of … the Arts
Susannah E., Year 10, William Clarke College, Australia • July 1, 2024
Almost every workforce job available requires communication skills... They’re learnt through writing or practising self-expression which is taught in the study of all fields of creative arts.
Is Aiden Anstock Real?
Is Aiden Anstock Real?
Braydon S., Grade 9, Brunswick County Early College High School • July 1, 2024
When asked if he exists, Anstock said “I'm not real, I'm just a Skibidi in a spiritual Ohio realm.”
Youth Scholarship Awards Winner for 2023-24
Youth Scholarship Awards Winner for 2023-24
Veterans of Foreign Wars July 3, 2024
A Chicken Tender Tray from Cookout with Fries and Honey Mustard
Brooklyn’s Top Five
Brooklyn C., Creative Content Member, West Brunswick High School • July 1, 2024
The Importance of Summer Reading
The Importance of Summer Reading
Violet A., Teen Scene Intern, Brunswick County Early College High School • July 1, 2024
A View from Teens Down Under [Video]
A View from Teens Down Under [Video]
June 17, 2024
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