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New Hanover County News

Local efforts aid Oklahoma tornado victims

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video Charities are working to provide relief efforts to people affected by the tornadoes in Oklahoma. The charity asks for financial donations to help the disaster relief to provide food, shelter and emotional support. They say they are working to mobilize volunteer resources. Full story...
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FIRST ON 3: CFPUA chief offered job in Florida

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The only leader the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has ever have may be on the way out. CFPUA CEO Matt Jordan has completed negotiations to become the new GM for Tampa Bay Water in Florida, according to a news release from that utility. Full story...
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NPR science host Flatow visits WHQR

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video The host of the radio show "Science Friday" is in Wilmington to make appearances for WHQR. NPR science correspondent Ira Flatow has a weekly call-in radio program that connects listeners with scientists. Full story...
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Report: McCarthy fires extra off Wilmington shoot for mistreating child

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Academy Award nominee Melissa McCarthy fired an extra from the Wilmington set of her movie "Tammy" yesterday, reports entertainment news site TMZ. Full story...
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Brian Berger voted out of New Hanover Co. Commission

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video After two years of trials and tribulations, Brian Berger is no longer a New Hanover County Commissioner. That was the result of a 3-2 vote that some said was overdue, but it may have raised more questions than answers moving forward. Full story...
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Extraordinary People: Mamie Fowler serves up happiness at Chick-fil-A

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video Fried chicken and french fries may fill customers’ stomachs, but the dining room hostess at Chick-fil-A in Monkey Junction fills their souls. Full story...
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THE RANT: New Hanover Co. Commission goes too far with Berger amotion

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videoFor the first time in nearly a century, a North Carolina politician has been removed from office through a process called amotion. But WWAY's Kevin Wuzzardo says there are lots of losers in this case. He explains in tonight's edition of The Rant. Full story...
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WPD suspends officer after on-duty crash

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A Wilmington Police officer is on administrative leave after investigators say she was involved in a traffic crash on duty. The same officer was involved in a second crash over the weekend. Full story...
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Fit Minute: Abs

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We team up with personal trainer Brian Knox to show you moves you can do at home to get toned abs. video Full story...
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From UNC School of Gov't: 'I Second that Amotion'

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With apologies to Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, and with assurances that I haven’t left out the space in “a motion,” this post addresses a question about whether a North Carolina local governing board has authority to oust one of its members. Full story...
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WFD fans flames of safety for area limousine drivers

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videoMany come to southeastern North Carolina to let their hair down and have a little fun, now the party is going to be a little safer thanks to the Wilmington Fire Department. Full story...
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Victims of paralysis go surfing with community's help

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videoVictims of paralysis proved this weekend that nothing can stop them from hitting the waves at Wrightsville Beach. Community surfers came together with the support of "Life Rolls On," a non-profit organization, to host the event "They Will Surf Again" where teams of surfers take participants out into the water. Full story...
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Soccer tournament boosts economy

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videoThe 20th Annual Seaside Soccer Tournament kick-started the local economy this weekend. Over 300 teams and over 4,000 people from North Carolina and as far as Georgia occupied several fields throughout New Hanover County during the day, and then spent money on hotel rooms, restaurants, and stores after game's end. Full story...
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Stars McCarthy, Sarandon take 'Tammy' to streets of Wilmington

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videoIt was a star-studded shoot on the streets of Hollywood East today. Oscar-nominee Melissa McCarthy and Oscar-winner Susan Sarandon were filming a car scene for their upcoming movie "Tammy" on N. 4th St. Full story...
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Educators, leaders speak out about public school funding in NC

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videoThis morning education leaders, educators and parents met at Robert Strange Pool in Wilmington to speak their minds about the state's public education system. Full story...
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