City of Wilmington approves tax increase
The 08/09 budget includes a three and a quarter cent tax increase for city residents.
Archives: 2008
New Hanover County budget released
New Hanover County‘s budget for 08-09 is nearly one million dollars less than last fiscal year.
That means county commissioners had to cut back.
Phone book recycling for New Hanover County
New phone books will be arriving soon. It’s easy to recycle phone books all year around.
NBA player Chris Wilcox holds basketball camp in Whiteville
Nearly two weeks ago, deputies arrested NBA player and Whiteville native Chris Wilcox on gun charges.
Military All-Star baseball team plays in Wilmington
The Wilmington Sharks’ opponents on Monday night are used to wearing uniforms, not just the baseball variety. The US Military All-Star baseball team is made up of the best players from 38 US military teams worldwide. It made its first-ever stop in Wilmington for Monday’s exhibition game.
Local group protests Senator Boseman paying taxes
Pay your taxes.
That’s what a group of protestors outside the New Hanover County government building were asking of state Senator Julia Boseman today.
New Hanover County tax increase
If you live in New Hanover County, the tax news is not good.
North Carolina’s role in the upcoming presidential election
Election day is still nearly five months away, but with the campaigning already in high gear, we wanted to know what we can expect here in North Carolina.
Crane safety
This year alone, at least 18 people have died in construction crane-related accidents around the country, and with the growth of our area, more cranes are popping up at construction sites.
Local students petition bowling alley to go smoke free
A group of local students wants a local bowling alley to stamp out smoking.
Wildfire again draws advisory for unhealthy air
State air quality observers are again warning about pollutants spewing from an eastern North Carolina wildfire.
NC couple has hearing in death of son tied to tree
A couple charged with murder in the death of their 13-year-old son – who police say died after he was tied to a tree for two nights – have made a brief appearance in a North
Carolina court.
Former Marine still seeking justice for those exposed to contaminated water
Results of study to determine if water exposure and health conditions are linked.
Fayetteville man charged in fatal weekend car accident
Volunteer Firefighter and Sheriff’s Deputy were struck while directing traffic near a controlled burn.
Father’s Day Hoops at Brigade Boys Club
Some dads like to watch sports on Father’s Day. Some spent the day playing sports at the Brigade Boys Club in a Father vs. Sons / Daughters game.
Special Father’s Day visitors
Outside of Davis Health Care, residents also had a few special visitors. Cowboys from the Bad Boy Riders Saddle Club paid a visit, trotting around the front garden, and greeting all the father’s and grandfather’s on their day.
Local Red Cross chapter helps with midwest floods
Heavy flooding has devastated parts of the midwest. The cape fear chapter for the American Red Cross is one of the organizations on tap to help with relief efforts.
TV eulogies walk fine line
The death Friday of NBC Washington bureau chief and moderator of Meet the Press Tim Russert was a shock to all.
Juneteenth Festival
Juneteenth is an annual event that celebrates the freedom of African slaves. The festival started back in Texas in the late 1800’s. Today dozens of Juneteenth festivals go on across the country and right here in southeastern North Carolina.
New Airline Baggage Fees
Tough times for the airlines equals more money out of our pockets right here in Wilmington.
Follow-up on fire hydrant being turned off
Earlier this week, firefighters lost precious time when the hydrant closest to a burning house didn’t work.
Importance of detecting prostate cancer early
Father’s day is Sunday and what better time to remind the important man in your life about the importance of prostate screenings.
Organization helping children with fathers overseas celebrate Father’s Day
A local organization wants to make sure the children of our troops serving overseas are not forgotten this father’s day
Businesses evacuated near Monkey Junction due to gas leak
Some workers in monkey junction had an unexpected break from work today after police and fire departments forced them to evacuate their businesses to avoid a major gas leak.