Body found in Cape Fear River
Police are working to determine whether a body found this afternoon in the Cape Fear River is that of Brent Henry.
Archives: 2008
Police: Two shot at soda bottling plant north of Charlotte
uthorities in Concord say two people have been shot at a soda bottling plant, and the suspected shooter remains at large.
UNC Board of Governors elects first woman to chair
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors has elected the first woman in its history to lead the university system board.
Juneteenth celebrations in our area
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States.
It is being celebrated in our area this weekend.
Throwing cigarettes from car could result in hefty fine
Smokers beware. If you’re smoking while driving, do not toss your butts out the window.
Local economics professor says outlook is good for the area
UNCW Senior Economics Professor Doctor Woody Hall held an economics forum today.
He said that our regions economy is doing better than the rest of the state and the country.
Finishing touches being put on areas “greenest” home
Builders are putting the finishing touches on what they’re calling the greenest home in this half of the state.
Information on Lyme disease
Each year in America there’s almost 20,000 cases of people infected with Lyme disease.
Fire hydrant problems may have caused house to burn longer
We now know more about the house fire in Ogden that kept firefighters busy for hours yesterday.
House bill could put moratorium on forced annexation
This morning, a committee in the state house overwhelmingly passed a bill in favor of an annexation moratorium across the state.
State employees’ group deny bribe attempt
The leader of a state employees’ group says the allegations the group’s attorney tried to bribe State Treasurer Richard Moore are preposterous.
Smoke from NC wildfire leads to Code Red air quality warning
Smoke from a massive wildfire in far eastern North Carolina that has drifted hundreds of miles to the west is having a much worse effect on air quality that originally
forecast.
Search for bridge jumper continues
The search continues for a man who may have jumped off a bridge near Wilmington yesterday afternoon.
A North Brunswick Student’s Musical Adventure
For band students summer can sometimes mean “band camp”, but elite band students have the option of tryng out for drum and bugle corps. There are 25 top level drum corps across the country. One of the better ones is based at Jacksonville State University in Alabama. They call themselves “The Spirit” and this summer a 16 year year old North Brunswick High School student will be performing on the field with them. John Rendleman has our report.
Coast Guard Responds to Sinking Charter Boat
The AQUATIC SAFARIS I was 22 miles off shore when it started taking on water Wednesday afternoon.
Concerned residents have their say about traffic around proposed port terminal
Residents concerned about traffic congestion around the proposed international port terminal in Brunswick County will have their say when it comes to new roads.
Hybrid car shortage
The rapidly rising cost of gas has made hybrids hot. The combination gas and electric powered cars are in demand.
Topsail Island renourishment study
Some experts say sand re-nourishment may not be the solution to beach erosion on North Topsail Island.
Troubleshooters: Update on identity theft victim
John Freeman was paralyzed in the hospital at the time someone got a speeding ticket in his name in Granville County.
Boating while impaired regulations
Almost a year ago, a man drove his boat into the Figure Eight Island Bridge damaging the bridge, and injuring several of his passengers.
New diabetes education program in Brunswick County
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in the United States.
Brunswick County‘s Health Department is taking steps to fight the disease in our area.
Not a bad idea
People often ask me where journalists get our stories. Obviously a lot of them are things that happen. Others are tips we get from people.
Search continues missing marina worker at Lake Norman
Authorities have resumed their search for a marina worker missing after a party boat exploded at Lake Norman.
NC governors candidates agree to take part in five debates
The two major candidates for governor of North Carolina say they’ve agreed to hold five debates leading up to Election Day.