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Archive - May 17, 2009

Easley issues statement about FBI probe

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 9:29am.READ MORE:
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Former governor, Mike Easley, issued a statement addressing an FBI probe in to his travel habits on Saturday. Easley said he is confident any investigation will clear him, so he can move on with his private life. Full story...
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Rabies clinic held at Ogden Park

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 9:26am.READ MORE:
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There have been a dozen confirmed cases of rabies in New Hanover County so far this year. Saturday, a free rabies clinic sponsored by the New Hanover County Humane Society helped county residents protect their pets. Full story...
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Grand re-opening for Oak Island Pier

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 9:20am.READ MORE:
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It had already been open for a week, but Saturday was the grand re-opening for what used to the Yaupon Pier and is now known as the Oak Island Pier. Full story...
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Coty cutbacks could be felt by other area businesses

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 9:14am.READ MORE:
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Cosmetic company Coty announced Thursday that more than 500 people will lose their jobs due to cutbacks at Leland and Rocky Point facilities. Coty employees aren't the only ones who will be affected; nearby businesses that have Coty employees as customers will also suffer from the cutbacks. Full story...
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Yard sale to benefit Burgwin Wright House

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 9:05am.READ MORE:
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Dozens of shoppers in downtown Wilmington bought something new to help preserve something old. A yard sale was held Saturday at the Burgwin Wright House and Museum on Market Street to raise money for the museum. Full story...
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Greek Festival enjoyed by Wilmingtonians

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 8:57am.READ MORE:
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Wilmington has gone Greek. Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church is hosting its Fifteenth Annual Greek Festival this weekend. Full story...
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Bikers avoiding Myrtle Beach, going to surrounding areas for Bike Week

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 8:34am.READ MORE:
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videoA push to keep bikers out of Myrtle Beach has motorcycle enthusiasts moving north, and that's just fine with businesses in the Tar Heel state. Full story...
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Nakina Fire and Rescue dedicates new facility

Submitted by WWAY on Sun, 05/17/2009 - 8:22am.READ MORE:
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videoIn November of 2007 the Nakina Fire and Rescue building burned to the ground. No one was hurt or injured, but the building was destroyed. Saturday, the small Columbus County town dedicated their new facility. Full story...
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