Ben Sellers is a Virginia native and current Greensboro resident. His past journalism work has included reporter roles at The Free Lance–Star (Fredericksburg, Va.), and The Washington Times, as well as editor of the website Headline USA in Charlotte. In addition to his newsroom experiences, he spent several years as an English teacher and national-award-winning journalism adviser for high school and university publications.
Shaggin’ season: Carolina beach music dances on after 80 years
As the original generations of shag fans hand in their dance cards to another wave, Carolina beach music’s ability to transcend regional and racial boundaries, to bridge generational gaps, and to evolve along the way have all helped ensure that it will stand the test of time.
