Summer camps in New Hanover County
UNCW kicked off its summer-long Marinequest Camp on Monday. The Sea Squirt program is geared toward the younger crowd — introducing them to everything ocean related from marine habitats to shell fish.
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Customs officials seize hashish at NC airport
Customs officials at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport have seized more than 11 pounds of hashish that was concealed in wooden clothes hangers.
Biotech institute to give NC Central significant presence
A new biotech institute is opening Monday at N.C. Central University that officials say will give the state school a place in North Carolina’s growing biotech community.
NC cell phone law clarification
Talking on a cell phone and driving can be a deadly combination. We’ve received several calls and emails from people wondering if we’re about to get a law banning the use of a cell phone while driving.
Anti-Titan Cement Plant Fundraiser in Wilmington
The old Roanoke cement plant near Castle Hayne shut down more than 20 years ago. But now, controversy surrounding the property is very much alive.
Gas prices increase again
If you thought gas prices couldn’t get any higher, think again.
Celebrating the sea
Today is world ocean day and folks at the aquarium at Fort Fisher say it’s a good time to reflect on the ocean and all it has to offer.
Safe Swimming
At summer safety day in Wilmington on Saturday, water safety was a popular topic.
Energy costs may increase
Progress Energy wants a statewide rate increase that would boost the average monthly electricity bill by more than sixteen percent.
Wrightsville bridge can’t take the heat
Highway Managers and the Fire Department spent the day cooling off the Wrightsville beach bridge. They say extreme temperatures caused it to swell and expand.
Battleship North Carolina makes worldwide radio calls
The Battleship North Carolina had all hands on deck. Trying to radio other memorial ships across the world using the very same equipment used when the Battleship was active in the United States Naval Fleet.
New wing at NHRMC
A new pediatric unit is coming to New Hanover Regional Medical Center and it will have some special decorations.
McIntyre, Clinton endorse Obama
US Rep. Mike McIntyre (D-7th District) told NewsChannel 3 Friday night he will support presumptive Democratic nominee Barack Obama. McIntyre also said, "It’s time for the party to unify."
UNCW softball coach resigns
UNCW is looking for a new softball coach.
After seven seasons as head coach Melissa Jarrell quit today.
Rip current awareness week
This week is rip current awareness week and we wanted to make sure that you know all the basics about rip currents.
Brunswick County summer camps
With prices for pretty much everything on the rise, you may be looking for ways to keep your kids entertained without breaking the bank.
Habitat building blitz homes dedicated
After a week-long building blitz, three Wilmington families have brand-new homes.
Kenan school update
Duplin County school leaders say they had no choice but to change the admission policy at a local stem school.
Vitamin D may protect against diabetes
Some research suggests that vitamin D may help protect against cancer and a new study finds it may protect against diabetes as well.
Thieves take 800 gallons of fuel from gas station
Thieves stole 800 gallons of gasoline from a Charlotte gas station, and surveillance cameras captured the crime on tape.
Lottery chairman prefers salary discretion
The chairman of the state lottery commission believes the lottery needs discretion in determining pay raises for its employees.
Shakespeare on the Green opens Friday night
Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears. Starting Friday the seats at Greenfield Lake Park Amphitheater will be filled with Shakespeare lovers.
Election effects on local business
Now that we have our two presumptive presidential candidates, we can turn our focus to the changes voters and the candidates want to see.
CFCC students using vegetable oil as fuel
Using alternative fuel sources can be a good way to save the environment and money.
Cape Fear Community College student Jonathan Davison is learning that first-hand.