Archive - Oct 2, 2009

We have an update on an escaped inmate out of Brunswick County. Sheriff's deputies arrested Rosher Rodriguez-Aguilar's ex-girlfriend late last night. Full story...

A local gated community may soon become its own village. The Cape private community is exploring options to become New Hanover County's fifth municipality. Full story...

While some leaves change color for fall, you will see a different color than you are used to if you look at the trees in Lumina Station. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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There were international accolades for the city of Wilmington's pedestrian art. The project has been in place for three years and has aimed to enhance the downtown area with unique and interesting artwork. Full story...

The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office found the body of a man reported missing. Just before 10:00 Friday morning, officials found 51-year-old Arild Funderud. Full story...

The festival, which celebrates diverse cultures that make up Brunswick County, will be from 1-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, on the grounds of Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College in Bolivia. Full story...

The State Bureau of Investigation has agreed to give almost $4 million to a former North Carolina death row inmate who sued after he spent nine years behind bars before being acquitted at a new trial. Full story...

Community groups who think Bank of America and Wells Fargo have been overcharging consumers plan a protest demonstration. Full story...

Gov. Beverly Perdue has expanded a gift ban for North Carolina state employees who oversee outside contracts to include all state employees in her Cabinet agencies. Full story...

North Carolina's first "green" rest area will minimize traditional electric and water usage in favor of environmentally friendly alternatives. Full story...

We all know the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet. Women and children who rely on one federally-funded food program now have healthier options. Full story...

Two Pender County educators have made their way to the top of the class. A principal and a language arts teacher have been recognized, and for one of them, it has been a long time coming. Full story...

Twenty-four million of our federal dollars will be coming back to southeastern North Carolina for waterway and beach projects. The most money, more than eleven million dollars, is for dredging the Cape Fear River.

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A Wilmington facility celebrated its recent renovations. The Community Boys and Girls Club in Wilmington held their grand re-opening Thursday night. Full story...