Archives: 2008
South Brunswick High principal awarded Principal of the Year
South Brunswick High School principal, Vann Pennell, has held several titles over the years. Last week, he was named Brunswick County’s Principal of the Year.
Candidates meet for the vacant Wilmington City Council seat
You thought there were only 36 candidates vying for that vacant Wilmington City Council seat. Make it 37; and they all had a chance to introduce themselves at Tuesday night’s marathon city council meeting.
Lean Cuisine recall due to plastic found in the meals
Nestle Prepared Foods Company is recalling almost 900,000 pounds of frozen chicken meals that may contain foreign materials.
City says local market is contributing to crime rates
The city says Village Stop and Shop Market is contributing to the high crime rate in the area by selling alcohol and cigarettes. They say the crime is so bad, it violates a state statute.
The changing roles of women in the workforce
From fighting for the right to vote, to going to work in the factories during World War II, to the feminist revolution in the 60’s and 70’s, the role of women has constantly evolved.
How to stay safe when the weather gets cold
When the temperature goes down, we crank up the heat. News Channel 3 has some things to look out for as you are trying to stay warm.
County school funding are going to see cuts
A sluggish economy has set the state budget back billions of dollars. That means budgets are being cut in various arenas, including funding for county schools statewide.
NC commission OKs 10 percent utility cost hike
Progress Energy will be allowed to recover some of its higher fuel costs by raising prices on the average household bill by more than 10 percent.
North Carolina State Ports Authority weathering economic storm
Despite tough economic times, North Carolina State Ports Authority leaders say they are doing well.
Local high school students helping out cancer patients
High school senior projects might usually consist of a bake sale or clothing drive. But Brittney Hudson of Hoggard High has different plans; she decided to make wigs for cancer patients.
New business possibilities in Columbus County
Some good news from Columbus County, new businesses could be moving in. This would mean 54 new jobs over 3 years if the plans become a reality.
Early risers at the Sweet and Savory Cafe and Bake Shop
Nothing beats the smell of fresh baked breads, pastries, desserts and other sweets. Hours before Sweet and Savory Café and Bake Shop opens, three bakers are busy getting ready for the day.
Local shelter donations the lowest in 25 years
The Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington serves hundreds of meals a day to the homeless and needy. This holiday season the shelter has seen the least amount of donations in 25 years.
Cash thrown from car after NC store robbery
Police say it rained money briefly along a North Carolina road as suspects fleeing a store robbery threw cash from their car before being stopped.
Army investigates fighting toddlers in video
A soldier in the Army Special Operations Command is being investigated after a video made at Fort Bragg showed up in the Internet depicting his toddler son fighting with
another youngster.
Snow forces school closure in western NC
Schools closed in three western North Carolina counties after light snowfall made roads too icy for buses.