Topsail Island’s last chunk of undeveloped land was listed for $7.9 million. Although the town of Topsail Beach and the N.C. Coastal Federation hope to preserve it, the state said it has no funds to purchase property that is “not nationally significant.” TOPSAIL BEACH — As negotiations with property owners continue, the town of Topsail Beach … Continue reading State agency declines funding amid growing public interest to protect 110 acres on Topsail Island