FILE In this April 12, 2011 file photo, an abandoned road sign is shown at The Hammocks retreat in Swansboro, N.C. A legal battle of more than eight years has ended with the state agreeing to more $10 million to the brother and sister who own pristine waterfront property adjacent to Hammocks Beach State Park. The agreement sets aside 27 acres to be used as a park for young people.(AP Photo/Gerry Broome, File)