The G.V. Barbee Bridge will be closing to traffic for bridge preservation work after the 2018 US Open King Mackerel Tournament (October 4th-6th) to late April 2019. This closing will redirect an average of 12,000 vehicles per day to the Swain Cut Bridge, impacting the purchasing habits of the consumers in our area. Our small businesses must change and/or increase current marketing efforts to remain viable. It is the goal of the Southport Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce to provide our business community:
- Marketing & Advertising opportunities with a clear, concise & collective message to help reduce local expenditure leakage.
- Offer businesses opportunities for planning, education and training.
- Continue open communications with NCDOT.
Below you will find information we have compiled to assist you - our business community as you plan for this closure. Please take the time to read the materials attached and join us in "IT'S WORTH THE DRIVE - GO LOCAL".