Duplin County family runs assisted living home
This month we’re sharing the stories not only of the African-Americans who have made history, but also of those who are working to change the future.
Archives: 2008
Councilman Thompson wants to be commissioner
Wilmington City Councilman Jason Thompson says he wants to be a county commissioner.
NC attorneys say House, committee has power to investigate Wright
State attorneys the North Carolina House of Representatives has the authority to investigate lawmaker Thomas Wright and can punish or expel him from the chamber if it chooses.
Graham, Orr release health care plans
Two Republican candidates for governor have released their health care platforms.
N.C. man faces child abuse charges for home circumcision
Investigators say a man has been charged with child abuse in Caldwell County for circumcising his two infant sons with a utility knife.
Soldier suicides increasing
Soldier suicides are increasing at an alarming rate. But help may be on the way for troops battling mental health issues and their families.
State of Columbus County
Many local counties are dealing with growth. The subject was one of the main topics during Columbus County‘s state of the county address Thursday.
Boy donates hair to Locks of Love
After three years of being confused for a girl, Skyler finally grew the ten inches of hair he needed to donate.
Officials discuss 5 heroin deaths
Those in the know met today to discuss the problem of heroin in our area. So far five people have died from the drug since early December.
Cape Fear 2020: Senior Health
The population is booming all across the cape fear region. Many of those newcomers include people who come here to retire. In today’s Cape Fear 2020 report we take a closer look at how the aging population will be served in the years to come and on the future of local senior services and housing.
Governments doing little to prevent tobacco-related deaths
A new report from the world health organization finds that governments around the globe are doing little to prevent the millions of tobacco-related deaths that occur each year.
Port City Java ranks in top 50 franchises
Look out Starbucks, a local coffee franchise is offering some strong competition.
Two NC-based paratroopers killed in Iraq in explosion
Two paratroopers based in North Carolina have died from wounds they suffered in an explosion in Iraq.
Report: N.C. high school dropout rate increases in 2006-07
The number of North Carolina high school students who dropped out during the 2006-2007 school year was the highest in seven years.
Two GOP governor candidates release health care plans
Two Republican candidates for governor released their health care platforms just hours before a scheduled television debate on the topic.
Romney suspends his campaign
Mitt Romney is putting a stop to his presidential campaign — saying he’s doing so for the sake of his party and his country.
Audit: DOT wasted $152.4 million in construction overruns
State auditors say the Transportation Department is wasting millions of dollars and doesn’t know how to assess its problems.
A vote that counts? NC presidential primary might be meaningful
There’s a remote chance that North Carolina’s presidential primary in May might become more than an afterthought in national politics.
Drought persists; half of N.C. still under ‘exceptional’ conditions
About half of North Carolina remains under exceptional drought conditions.
Neighbors oppose plan to build 3 wind turbines in coastal N.C.
A couple that wants to build three electricity-generating wind turbines in rural North Carolina is facing opposition from neighbors.
Third powder-filled package sent to Rocky Mount school
School officials in Nash County can only open mail after students go home for the day because of three powder-filled packages recently sent to area schools.
Owners walking away from homes
With mortgage payments through the roof and house prices dropping, some homeowners are simply walking away from their homes.
Crews work on Wilmington sewer repair
Repairs on one section of the troubled northeast interceptor sewer line wrapped up Wednesday.
Wilmington Women’s Soccer
Established in September 2006, Wilmington Women’s Soccer is a member of the North Carolina Adult Soccer Association which is recognized by FIFA and the United State Soccer Federation (USSF). Spring Teams are forming now! Great exercise, make new friends, support women’s athletics! Join in the fun today!