Archive - Jun 5, 2008

Three New Hanover County restaurants made this week's Kitchen Cops low performer's list. And three New Hanover County restaurants received high marks. Full story...

Using alternative fuel sources can be a good way to save the environment and money. Cape Fear Community College student Jonathan Davison is learning that first-hand. Full story...

A Brunswick Community College project is encouraging students to think outside the box to develop an alternative fuel resource. Full story...

June is national home safety month. Home Instead Senior Care has tips on making your home a little safer for your aging loved ones. Full story...

If the past is any indication, a new cement plant in northern New Hanover County could harm the area's environment. Full story...

Despite the 100 degree heat index, some members of the Wilmington Fire Department went on with their scheduled firefighter training today. Full story...

Gov. Mike Easley today warned citizens across the state to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves from any heat-related health problems due to the heat wave North Carolina is experiencing. With the early arrival of high temperatures, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory today and forecasts for high temperatures to continue for about a week. Temperatures are predicted to rise into the upper 90s today and the heat index could climb to 105 degrees this afternoon. Full story...

A wildfire in rural eastern North Carolina has grown to more 10,000 acres and is spreading smoke and ash miles away. Full story...

A medical imaging company is moving its operations from northern Virginia to North Carolina, but its initial job impact is expected to be small. Full story...