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Archive - Jul 18, 2008

Foster Care Crisis

Submitted by Guest on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 11:34pm.READ MORE:
New Hanover County has more than 300 hundred kids in foster care with only about 100 foster parents. The numbers are equally daunting across our region. Some say there's a stigma that children in foster care are troubled kids. I spoke with a Columbus County mother who adopted 3 foster children. she wants that negative perception to stop. Full story...
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Follow-up on LA Weightloss closing without warning

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:20pm.READ MORE:
Last night we told you about a local weight loss franchise that closed without warning. Turns out it is not the only branch in the region to abruptly shut down. A branch in Jacksonville also closed this past week. Full story...
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Buying in bulk to save money

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:18pm.READ MORE:
Between the price of gas, and groceries, stocking up the fridge or getting to and from work is beginning to cost a pretty penny. Full story...
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Importance of internships in finding jobs

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:17pm.READ MORE:
videoA lot of reports out lately have highlighted just how tough it can be to find a job. This is proving especially true among recent graduates. Full story...
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Digital converter box donations today at senior center

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:14pm.READ MORE:
September 8th is fast approaching, and for Wilmington residents, that means the digital TV switch. Today, companies that make the converter boxes donated some to the senior center here in Wilmington. Full story...
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Storm water compromise reached

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:11pm.READ MORE:
After much debate, a compromise has finally been reached about the storm water runoff problem in coastal North Carolina. Full story...
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More power given to NC governors to handle droughts

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:09pm.READ MORE:
Lawmakers are answering Governor Easley's call to give him more executive power to respond to a drought. Full story...
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Big updates being made to ncfilm.com

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:05pm.READ MORE:
videoWhile the Screen Actors Guild might be in a stalemate, North Carolina is not standing still when it comes to promoting its film industry. Full story...
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Update: New details in case of remains found off Carolina Beach Road

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 5:00pm.READ MORE:
Police have new leads today generated by our story last night on the investigation surrounding human remains found off of Carolina Beach Road. Full story...
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New mobile crisis unit

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 4:56pm.READ MORE:
A new mobile crisis unit is helping emergency responders keep our area safe. Full story...
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Butterfly exhibit at Airlie Gardens starts in August

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 4:54pm.READ MORE:
Butterflies will soon be fluttering by at airline gardens. Full story...
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Father of Marine accused of murder says his son is innocent

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 4:18pm.READ MORE:
The father of a Camp Lejeune Marine accused of murder says his son is innocent. Full story...
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83-year-old state employee sues to regain job

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 10:41am.READ MORE:
An 83-year-old part-time worker at John Umstead Hospital in Butner is suing to regain her job. Full story...
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10 NC Starbucks stores to close

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 10:39am.READ MORE:
Starbucks' search for a quick fix will make it harder for some of its North Carolina customers to get theirs. Full story...
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Slain NC woman's family ask killer to come forward

Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 07/18/2008 - 10:37am.READ MORE:
The family a North Carolina mother found slain near her suburban home says the culprit should speak up if the person has "a shred of decency." Full story...
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