Oyster roast cures leftover blues
If you’re tired of coming up with ways to use leftover turkey, one area chef says he has just the solution by putting the turkey on hold to enjoy what makes living on the coast a plus, by eating seafood.
Archives: 2008
Hurricane season wraps up as second most destructive on record
Hurricane season may have been quiet around here, but it was actually a very active season. With $54 billion in damage, it was the second most destructive season on record behind only the 2005 season.
Local charities benefit from local craft fair
Finding ways to stay dry was a benefit for business at a Wilmington craft fair Saturday.
The 9th Annual Saint Mark’s Craft Fair had more than 30 craft vendors with unique products and gifts. It was the spot for some peaceful shopping the day after Black Friday.
New form of identification required at port
Starting Friday, everyone who enters the Port of Wilmington unescorted is required to show a a new form of identification as part of a nationwide port security program.
Black Friday
Black Friday is considered the biggest sales day for retailers and shoppers too.
Hundreds of people started the day early looking for bargains, despite our sluggish economy.
Troubleshooters: Update on Oak Island’s finances
This week’s Troubleshooters Report is an update on the Town of Oak Island’s finances. The town has a number of major capital improvement projects in the works.
Man shot by Fayetteville police officer dies
A Fayetteville police officer has shot and killed a man and state police are investigating.
Federal agency holds transportation funds for NC
The federal government is holding $25 million for mostly rural public transportation projects in North Carolina.
NC undercover agents nab street racers
Secret informants and hidden cameras have helped authorities arrest more than two dozen people in an undercover street-racing investigation in High Point.
Grease on the curb: NC town wants used cooking oil
One North Carolina town wants residents to leave used cooking oil on the curb.
How to best weather hard times
Thursday was a day to reflect on what we are thankful for. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, News Channel 3 wraps up our American Evolution economic special report with a focus on how best to weather hard times.
What’s Happening: November 28-30th
There are quite a few things to do this weekend that will help you work off that turkey, and put you in the holiday spirit at the same time.
Wilmington family thankful for their pet’s new hope
Many of us are thankful to have our pets in our lives. That especially rings true for one Wilmington family, thankful for a new hope for their sick dog.
Marines have home away from home on Thanksgiving
Families in Wallace provided a home-cooked Thanksgiving feast to Marines who are away from home.
Stores prepare for Black Friday
Employees at the Carolina Beach Road Wal-Mart kept busy on Thanksgiving as they prepared for the biggest shopping day of the year – Black Friday.
Thanksgiving at the Salvation Army
For the volunteers at the Salvation Army on Thanksgiving, giving to those less fortunate is a family affair.
Turkey Trot for Charity
In Wrightsville Beach, hundreds braved the cool morning temperatures while working up their Thanksgiving appetites. It was all in the name of charity.
Police chase on busy Wilmington streets
A man faces 14 charges after leading police on a chase through Wilmington Wednesday night.