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Battleship North CarolinaBook reveals unsung hero's story on the Battleship NCSubmitted by Katie Harden on Wed, 05/16/2012 - 4:40pm.READ MORE:Renovations done on Battleship mastsSubmitted by Marissa Jasek on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 5:16pm.READ MORE:
Work is done fixing up part of the Battleship North Carolina. As part of its continuous preservation, the Battleship got repairs on its forward and main masts.
Full story... » Folks explore uncharted parts of our 'Showboat'Submitted by Asha Dave on Sun, 01/15/2012 - 8:40pm.READ MORE:Battleship attendance best in 18 yearsSubmitted by WWAY on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 11:34am.READ MORE:
The Battleship North Carolina announced today that attendance continues to increase with the best December in 18 years. Almost 6,800 paid visitors came to the ship in December 2011. Fiscal year visitation numbers are also up, reaching an increase of 13 percent.
Full story... » Battleship bow repairs finishedSubmitted by WWAY on Tue, 12/13/2011 - 4:23pm.READ MORE:
Taylor Brothers Marine Construction finished the project within the contract time frame and under budget. The company replaced steel plates at the "wind-water" line on the starboard bow.
Full story... » Battleship documentary nominated for regional EmmySubmitted by WWAY on Wed, 11/23/2011 - 11:51am.READ MORE:
A documentary about the Battleship North Carolina is up for a regional Emmy Award. Rob Hill of Common Sense Films has been nominated in the Best Editor/Program category for "Battleship North Carolina: The Showboat Legacy."
Full story... » Transportation logistics required for Saturday's Beach2Battleship Iron Distance TriathlonSubmitted by John Rendleman on Fri, 10/28/2011 - 8:51am.READ MORE:Kids enjoy fright-free event at Battleship North CarolinaSubmitted by Cacky Catlett on Tue, 10/25/2011 - 9:52pm.READ MORE:
It was a spooktacular good time for kids at the Battleship North Carolina Tuesday night. The event is designed to not be quite as spooky as others. From super heroes to little monsters, tiny tots dressed up in their Halloween’s best for the 3rd Annual Batty Battleship Halloween Bash. Kids could enjoy pony and camel rides, freshly popped popcorn and of course, lots of candy.
Full story... » Ghost Ship sets sail tonightSubmitted by WWAY on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 3:51pm.READ MORE:
One of our area's more popular Halloween attractions gets started tonight. The Battleship North Carolina will turn green and become the Ghost Ship.
Full story... » Former crewman hopes to bring Coast Guard Cutter Midgett to WilmingtonSubmitted by Cliff Pyron on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 5:39pm.READ MORE:1961 prices set all-time attendance record for BattleshipSubmitted by WWAY on Tue, 10/04/2011 - 2:30pm.READ MORE:
Turning back the clock set a record at the Battleship North Carolina over the weekend. The Battleship charged 1961 prices Sunday in honor of the 50th anniversary of the ship's arrival in Wilmington.
Full story... » Battleship North Carolina: 50 Years in WilmingtonSubmitted by WWAY on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 11:59pm.READ MORE:Battleship North Carolina: 50 Years in WilmingtonSubmitted by wway news on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 7:30pm.![]() WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Fifty years ago Sunday, the Battleship North Carolina finished its long journey from New Jersey to Wilmington. It took great vision, lots of cash and some careful navigation to get "The Showboat" into the slip where she lives now. We celebrate the Battleship's history as a protector of democracy during World War II and then as one of the state's greatest tourist attractions in the WWAY NewsChannel 3 special "Battleship North Carolina: 50 Years in Wilmington," winner of the Associated Press Broadcast Award and RTDNAC Award for Best Documentary. Special thanks to the Battleship North Carolina and "Battleship North Carolina: The Showboat Legacy" by Common Sense Films. Battleship named Attraction of the YearSubmitted by WWAY on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 1:45pm.READ MORE:
Seven decades after entering World War II, the Battleship North Carolina has earned another honor. Last night the North Carolina Travel Industry Association honored the Battleship as its 2011 Attraction of the Year.
Full story... » Wilmington revs up its need for speedSubmitted by Katie Harden on Sat, 08/06/2011 - 12:00pm.READ MORE:
The Cape Fear had a need for speed this weekend. But don’t get confused. This isn’t your everyday car show.
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