Wilmington 20th fastest growing US city
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Survey: Half of high school students drank alcohol in last 30 days
It’s not news parents want to hear, but in a recent survey, nearly half of all New Hanover County high school students admitted to drinking alcohol in the past 30 days.
Officials: Largest New Hanover County fire since 1986
Officials say it’s the largest fire in New Hanover County since 1986. The brush fire that broke out yesterday spanned more than 1,200 acres between Holly Shelter and Sidbury Roads. New Hanover County officials say the fire is contained and worked today to make sure it doesn’t spread any further.
New water, sewer rates coming for New Hanover County
New water and sewer rates are in the works for New Hanover County residents.
Jacksonville parents firing off about beer sales at Chuck E. Cheese
Parents argue that a business geared toward children shouldn’t be selling alcohol.
Wilmington school bus crashes
For the second time in less than a week, a local school bus driver has been cited for causing an accident. Wednesday morning’s incident happened in downtown Wilmington.
March of Dimes to host charity walk
The March of dimes is a non-profit organization that has spent the last 70 years trying to protect the health of babies. The group has made a big impact on the lives of two little girls here in Wilmington.
Easley gives Azalea Festival proclamation
The Azalea Festival is less than two weeks away and governor Easley gave the official proclamation this afternoon to kick off the celebration.
Professor: Economic crisis affecting consumer confidence
Even during these uncertain economic times the Federal Reserve has not yet said whether we’re in a recession. There’s certainly no doubt the economy is in crisis, and that’s due in large part to problems in the financial sector.
Easley weighs in on Wright
Wednesday Gov. Mike Easley weighed in on last week’s expulsion of Rep. Thomas Wright.
Brunswick Community College announces dance fundraiser
Brunswick Community College has a new plan to make college more affordable. It’s a fundraising event modeled after a popular ABC reality show.
Opinions mixed on local housing market conditions
If you ask 10 people you’ll get 10 different opinions. That seems to be the case with Wilmington’s real estate market. Between conflicting media reports and convoluted numbers, it’s hard to determine just how well our housing market is doing.
Police told of gun discharge on US Airways plane hour later
The US Airways pilot whose gun went off in flight told police he was trying to stow the weapon when it discharged.
Records: probation officer never met with teen charged in Carson’s death
Records show the probation officer ordered to monitor Laurence Alvin Lovette never met with the teen, now charged with killing two college students.
War veterans honored
Several war veterans received high honors Monday night. Three vets stood tall as they were recognized for their service to the armed forces.
Bill Clinton returning to campaign in NC
Former President Bill Clinton is returning to North Carolina this week to campaign for his wife.
Duke study: Preemies face risks as they grow up
Research led by Duke University into the long-term consequences of premature birth finds that children born early have higher death rates in childhood and are more likely to be childless in adulthood.
Moore accuses Perdue of ducking debates during governors race
Organizers of a water policy forum at Duke University were hoping that Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue and State Treasurer Richard Moore would answer questions together on the same stage.
Detectives seize ‘hell razor’ heroin
A significant amount of heroin is off the street. New Hanover County Sheriff’s detectives made a pretty big drug bust Tuesday afternoon.
UNCW, multi-national project explore underwater world
Man has already traveled hundreds of thousands of miles to the moon. But we’re only beginning to scratch the surface of what exists just a few thousand feet underwater.
Housing market trending toward rentals
Home prices are on the decline across most of the country, but even with lower costs, some realtors say buyers are hard to come by. Local realtors say the market is trending toward long term rentals as an option.
Birth control pill for men?
A new study says it could soon be available. And it’s believed to be 98 percent effective in preventing pregnancy.
Clinton downplaying NC primary
Officials with Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign are downplaying the importance of the North Carolina primary.
Whiteville School Board considers uniforms
Students in Whiteville may face some major changes in their school dress code — changes that may have them wearing uniforms.