From a vet clinic to 'Gellyball,' these eight businesses opened in the Wilmington area

Pet care services rebranding

Woofie's of Leland is expanding and is rebranding as Woofie’s of Greater Wilmington to serve all of Brunswick County and its five islands with premium mobile pet care services. The owner, Lisa Miller, was a loyal Woofie’s client in Virginia for 15 years before starting her own franchise in Leland in 2022.

V.I.P. Auto Care ribbon cutting ceremony

The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 1 for V.I.P. Auto Care, located at 6402 Market St., Suite B in Wilmington. V.I.P. offers a range of premium auto detailing services. Details: https://vipautocarenc.com/ or 910-666-0159.

New streaming local radio station serving Brunswick County

The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 20 for Cape Fear Radio, a new streaming local radio station focused exclusively on the communities of Southport, Oak Island, Caswell Beach, St. James, Boiling Spring Lakes and Bald Head Island. The station offers music from the 60s through contemporary sounds, plus local news, arts and culture and local events. Go to CapeFearRadio.com for more.

Pawsh Pooches ribbon cutting ceremony

The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 10 for Pawsh Pooches. Pawsh Pooches is dedicated to providing fear free grooming with the option for free roaming with other dogs. Pawsh Pooches pamper your pup with the best quality natural grooming products. The business offers full Spaw day with tummy rubs, chin scratches and treats included with every service. Pawsh Pooches is located at 2528 Castle Hayne Road, Suite 6 in Wilmington.

Details: Pawsh Pooches LLC.

Bullzeye Gellyball opens in Brunswick County

The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Bullzeye Gellyball. Gellyball is a low impact sport for ages 5 and up. Gellyballs are a biodegradable, non-toxic, non-staining water hydrated orb, that upon impact disintegrates and leaves no mess, no clean up, and no bruising. Bullzeye Gellyball is located at 645 Pine Branches Circle, S.E., in Belville.

New animal hospital opens in Leland

Lanvale Animal Hospital, a privately owned veterinary clinic, led by Scott Pett, recently opened its state-of-the-art facility, located at 1428 Lanvale Road, N.E. in Leland. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services aimed at promoting the long-term health and well-being of pets, from wellness exams, diagnostics and labs and urgent care. Also, dental x-ray, dental surgery, spays, neuters and reproductive operations and advanced surgeries including ACL repair, and other orthopedic procedures. Joining Dr. Pett is Artan Emini, a skilled veterinarian specializing in advanced surgical procedures. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit Lanvale Animal Hospital or call 910-834-2400.

Quality Work Fencing ETC. LLC

The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Quality Work Fencing ETC. LLC. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 26.

For more information, visit Quality Work Fencing ETC. LLC.

Upscale tanning spa celebrates its grand opening

The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Sea Mist & Grace on June 27. The upscale tanning spa offers traditional UV, hybrid, red light therapy, massage and spray tanning. The spa is located at 100 Charlie Medlin Drive, Surf City.