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Archive - Jun 14, 2007

Some resdients disappointed after Burgaw annexation public meeting

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videoBurgaw Town Commissioners heard from Pender County residents tonight about the proposed annexation. Full story...
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Blood drive organizers need donations

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The summer usually isn't considered the time of year for giving, but the American Red Cross is hoping to change that. Blood drive organizers say their blood bank is running low and they need more people to donate. Full story...
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Hoax bomb threat shuts down bridge

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A bomb threat brought traffic going onto Topsail Island to a standstill Thursday. Officials closed the Surf City Bridge around 11:30 Thursday morning. Full story...
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Proposal could cut funding to flood mapping programs

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videoState legislators are trying to reach a compromise regarding the state budget. One possibility would cut funding for flood mapping programs. The proposal reduces the number of people working to create flood zone maps in North Carolina. Full story...
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Students showcase films at festival

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videoStudents from all over the country are in Wilmington, to showcase films they've made. They're being featured in the first ever scene first student film festival. The movies started premiering this afternoon. Full story...
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City taking new bids for convention center builder

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It's been almost one month since Wilmington City Council members terminated a deal to build a river-front Marriott downtown. Over the last month they've been taking bids for a new builder. Full story...
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New Hanover County School Board appoints interim superintendent

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video The New Hanover County school board has made some decisions in its search for the next superintendent. It's appointing someone on the inside until a permanent replacement is found. During Wednesday night's school board meeting, board members decided who would be stepping in. Full story...
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Vote for America's best bathroom

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It's time to vote for America's best restroom 2007! A Virginia Beach establishment called Catch 31 is one of five in the running for the honor. Full story...
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Delhomme, Panthers sprint away from 2006

Jake Delhomme was pretty worn out today after running back-and-forth sprints at Carolina Panthers workouts. Full story...

Edwards announces details of health care overhaul plan

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Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards wants to reduce the cost of health care by offering cash prizes in lieu of patents for certain breakthrough drugs. Full story...
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Water notices go to scores of southeastern N.C. users

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Water districts in two southeastern North Carolina counties have sent more than 100 notices to customers who are using too much water. Full story...
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NC elections board to consider McAllister complaint June 27

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The State Board of Elections will consider a campaign finance complaint against Representative Mary McAllister's campaign on June 27. Full story...
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Trial continues for Duke prosecutor

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An attorney says defense attorneys for three Duke lacrosse players accused of rape last year made repeated requests of prosecutor Mike Nifong for the full results of DNA testing in the case. Full story...
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North Carolina publisher hits Number One

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North Carolina publisher Algonquin Books has hit the top of the New York Times best-seller list for the first time with a novel about a Depression-era elephant keeper. Full story...
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Cooper: Rapes, robberies up in 2006 as murder, assaults decline

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A mixed report on violent crime in North Carolina. The attorney general says rapes and robberies increased last year while murders and assaults dropped. Full story...
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