Gov. Perdue issues Pardon of Innocence for Wilmington 10
Outgoing North Carolina Gov. Beverly Perdue has issued pardons to the Wilmington 10, a group wrongly convicted in a notorious Civil Rights-era prosecution.
Archives: December 2012
Schools beefing up security
In response to the tragic shooting in Newtown, CT, New Hanover County schools are beefing up security.
Ezzell’s Breakfast House closes
Wilmington finds itself with one less late-night dining option as 2012 wraps up with the closing of Ezzell’s Breakfast House on the last day of the year.
Wrightsville Beach hires former Carolina Beach town manager
Timothy W. Owens has been hired to fill the position that has been vacant since the retirement of the former town manager Bob Simpson in October.
ONLY ON 3: Alleged bullying by deputy’s daughter turns violent in Bladen Co.
In Bladen County, one mother says her daughter has been dealing with a bully for months.
She says nothing is done because the bully’s father is a deputy.
Now, the situation has turned violent, and this time, it was all caught on camera.
Teen Mom 2 divorce? Jenelle Evans leaves husband after 26 days of marriage
Swapping vows with Cortland Rogers Dec. 4 following a two-week engagement, Evans became furious with her new husband after he spent too much time on the phone chatting with his ex.
First Iron Man 3 toys hit store shelves
The first official Iron Man 3 merchandise is beginning to appear on store shelves, with 10″ “Arc Strike” action figures based on Iron Man and War Machine/Iron Patriot spotted by Twitter user Armageddon26 and posted by Comic Book Movie.
Gun control debate reaches Southport
The tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School has once again brought the topic of gun control to the forefront. But some local gun owners warn against knee-jerk reactions.
This Day in NC History: The USS Monitor sank
On December 31, 1862, the USS Monitor, sank during a storm off the coast of Cape Hatteras. Four officers and twelve crewmen were lost.
WPD: Man shoots intruder, realizes it’s his brother
Wilmington Police responded to two separate 911 calls in the 5200 block of Hunters Trail Thursday and Friday. The second call turned out to be deadly.
UPDATE: WPD traffic operation takes drunk drivers off the roads
Several area law enforcement agencies came together last night to “saturate the city.”
They were on the lookout for unsafe drivers, particularly those driving under the influence of alcohol, prescription medication, and drugs.
MARKING HISTORY: Henry Bacon; Lincoln Memorial architect
One of the most treasured memorials in America was designed by a Wilmington man. We introduce you to Henry Bacon in this week’s Marking History.
Wilmington couple inspires others to achieve New Year’s resolutions
David Silvia began 2011 unhappy with his direction in life, and he set what he thought was an impossible resolution: to reconnect with his one true love, his high school sweetheart, who he had not seen in 39 years.
Police say 18-month-old shot by accident Friday
Gaston County Police responded to a shooting Friday night at 310 S. Skyland Dr. in Bessemer City.
Three juveniles charged in Durham murder
Police said Saturday they have charged three young people in the murder of a 35-year-old man.
Ashley girls and Hoke boys claim Brogden Championship
The Leon Brogden Holiday Basketball Tournament wrapped up on Saturday at UNCW. Ashley High School claimed the first ever girls championship. The Eagles beat Laney 39-37. While it was an in-town team taking home the girls tourney, Hoke County beat Hoggard 60-49 to win the boys championship.
Brogden Tournament Update
The 2012 Leon Brogden Holiday Tournament is over. Ashley High School is the girls champion. Hoke County captured the boys tittle.
Island of Lights New Year’s Eve celebration to be held at pier; town apologizes Ocean Front Park not completed
The Island of Lights New Year’s Eve celebration will be held in Kure Beach this year, but not at a new park as the town had hoped.
The town of Kure Beach apologized on its website today that construction of Ocean Front Park is not completed.
UPDATE: Missing Brunswick County teen found
Missing 17-year-old Bobbi Jo Debruhl has been found unharmed, according to a Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office spokesman.
BY GEORGE: January Outlook
January is one of the two months that are at the “heart” of the winter season.
Man charged with brother’s summer murder
A man is in jail charged with the beating death of his brother months ago. Boyd Daddison Starnes, 57, is charged with the second-degree murder of Barry Lynn Starnes, 50.
Friday night holiday hoops; Brogden Tourney and more
The campus of UNC Wilmington was the place to be on Friday for day two action from the Leon Brogden Holiday Basketball Tournament. WWAY is proud to be the presenting sponsor for the tournament. We’ve posted Friday scores, plus the pairings for Saturday’s action for the Brogden event. Click the video icon in order to see Friday’s Full Court Press.
Fayetteville police chief accidentally shoots self
Fayetteville’s police chief is back on the job after accidentally shooting herself in the hand.
Fayetteville Police Department Interim Chief Katherine Bryant was wounded earlier this week.
Details surrounding the incident have not been released, but officials said the accident did not happen with her police issued weapon. No one else was hurt.
Thieves steal meteorites from NC science institute
North Carolina authorities are searching for thieves who stole more than 100 meteorites from around the globe in a Christmas Eve break-in at a science education center.