Archive - Jul 2012

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Walter Dalton has refused a roughly $1,500 pay increase that the lieutenant governor and other North Carolina Council of State members received in the new budget. Full story...

Another quick serve frozen yogurt shop is set to make its debut in the Port City next month. Full story...

The flames are out, but neighbors of New Hanover County's Ogden Park are still feeling the effects of what a lightning-sparked blaze last night left behind. Part of Ogden Park reopened today, as the North Carolina Forest Service spent the day clearing debris and checking for hot spots. Full story...

Wilmington police say initial autopsy results show the body of a man found Sunday on Kerr Avenue was struck by a vehicle. Full story...

Britt’s Donuts is the Boardwalk’s longest running business, the only one that’s been a consistent draw for both locals and tourists since 1939. Full story...

Ever wonder what Wilmington might look like if it were deserted? That's the scene crews created to film the new TV series "Revolution" this morning. Full story...

North Carolina needs freshman Joel James to provide some bulk up front this fall. The 6-foot-10 James has lost more than 50 pounds in the past 18 months, but he still weighs around 260 pounds. Full story...

Officials at the College of Charleston held an executive meeting Tuesday morning. Whether or not to join the Colonial Athletic Association was one of the items on the agenda. Full story...

Some stores in a Charlotte mall will remain closed longer than expected after flooding damage last week. Full story...

The first of eight court-martial trials is set to start in North Carolina against soldiers accused in racial hazing that led to the suicide of a fellow recruit in Afghanistan. Full story...

The Wilmington Special Olympics is welcoming more athletes, but they're in need of more sponsors too. Full story...

Charlotte City Council members voted in favor of buying the $13 million vacant Eastland Mall Monday night, with proposals to build a film studio. Full story...

A funeral will be held for the Lumberton police officer who was shot and killed when he tried to serve a warrant on a man. Full story...

The Fort Bragg command that oversees thousands of soldiers in the Army's Special Forces, Rangers and psychological operations is changing the general at the top. Full story...

Five Wilmington Sharks were selected to play in the Coastal Plain League All-Star game. It turned out to be a long night at the ballpark due to a rain delay..... The NCAA slams Penn State with $60 million fine, strips Joe Paterno of title as winningest coach. We have reaction from an ACC head football coach... Plus the pre-season poll is out on ACC football. Full story...