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Archive - Mar 11, 2009

Globetrotter shows up and shows off at Community Boys and Girls Club

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videoWilmington has deep roots when it comes to the Harlem Globetrotters. Legendary Meadowlark Lemon is known as the most famous trotter and he used to hang out at the Community Boys and Girls Club in Wilmington as a youngster. Full story...
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Marine charged with making bomb threat at ILM

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One Camp Lejeune Marine may be facing federal charges after making a bomb threat at ILM last night. Officials say he boarded the flight and started threatening the passengers, screaming "this aircraft is going to blow up." Full story...
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Budget cuts the key topic at annual PTA conversations meeting

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videoAt Tuesday’s annual PTA conversations meeting with the school board, budget concerns were at the top of the list. Out of the 65 million dollars the school district receives from the county, more than 3 million dollars will have to be cut from the budget. Full story...
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More details learned about Anthony Pierce

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We're learning more about Anthony Pierce. He worked for the city of Wilmington as a trash collector for two years. Since the incident surrounding Officer Matthews’ death, Pierce has been terminated from the city. Full story...
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Even in down economy, vets in high demand

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Despite the economic downturn, the Bolz Family is building a new animal hospital. They say now is as good a time as any to start their own veterinary practice. Full story...
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New Hanover recycling site closes down

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videoA recycling site on North College Road has closed down and residents who've relied on it aren't too happy about why it was closed. Full story...
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Can social networking save the environment?

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videoResearchers are using the popularity and power of Facebook to get young people involved in the issue of climate change. Full story...
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Buckets' visit to St. Mary a slam dunk

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videoHarlem Globetrotter Buckets Blakes stopped by Jack Knott's first grade class. Jack and his classmates compared shoe sizes and learned how to do a few tricks with the basketball. Full story...
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Troubleshooters: Problem filing taxes

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videoWith April 15th a little more than a month away, many of you are busy getting your tax returns ready for the IRS. A Brunswick County woman paid a tax preparer to do her returns, and did not catch a mistake they made until it was too late.

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Cape Fear Pride looks at prize winning publication

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videoCape Fear Pride takes us to a very proud moment in Columbus County history. Central Middle Schoolers, Carly and Margaret High, give us the scoop on a prize winning publication. Full story...
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Police emphasize driving violations

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videoLieutenant Blanton said the traffic on Masonboro Loop Road backs up every day right around the morning rush, leaving some drivers looking to save a few minutes by taking a shortcut down Jasper Road, which is in part a private road. Full story...
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62nd Annual North Carolina Azalea Festival: April 1-5, 2009

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The 62nd Annual North Carolina Azalea Festival will be held April 1-5, 2009 in the greater Wilmington area. The Festival is a celebration of Wilmington’s exceptional artwork, gardens, rich history and culture during its five days of entertainment that includes: a parade, street fair, circus, concerts, pageantry, and all that is Southern. Full story...
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NC agency says Jan. jobless rate hit 9.7 percent

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North Carolina's unemployment jumped in January to the highest rate in more than a quarter century, hitting 9.7 percent. Full story...
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NC real estate appraiser pleads guilty in fraud

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A North Carolina real estate appraiser has pleaded guilty to a federal charge for his role in a mortgage fraud case involving about $15 million in loans. Full story...
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NC job agency organizes slate of career fairs

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A workshop on how ex-convicts can find a job in this tough economy is part of a steady stream of events trying to connect North Carolina's unemployed workers to companies with jobs to fill. Full story...
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