April 5, 2008  Interesting Letter to the Editor in the Island
Gazette  This Letter to the Editor was in the April 02, 2008
print edition. And although it was a bit harsh in areas, I think
the author's sentiment is shared by many and I was glad to see
it in print. And as for his second to the last sentence, I
believe we are seeing a lot more than just a 'whiff,' we are
seeing real concrete progress and an ever growing energy within
the community to move forward. The best years of Carolina Beach
are in it's future.  Thank You  Dear Editor, Downtown CB has
never looked better. Why do I say this?  You might assume I am
talking about all the recent beautification efforts made by the
Boardwalk Makeover Group, but I am not.  While I wholeheartedly
salute the efforts of this tireless group who are finally trying
to do something,...anything..., to overcome the inertia that has
plagued this area, it really does pale in comparison to the
splendor and the beauty of seeing the wrecking ball come to some
real architectural