Columbus County Farmers Market getting a boost
The Columbus County Farmers Market is getting an $18,000 boost. Congressman Mike McIntyre recently presented the grant to the Farmers Market.
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Oak Island Town Council meeting to discuss Yaupon Pier
Friday the Oak Island Town Council will meet in closed session to discuss the $1.7 million purchase of the Yaupon Pier.
Racist graffitti against Obama found at NC State
North Carolina State campus police say they know who spray-painted racist graffiti aimed at Barack Obama on campus Wednesday.
Downtown Wilmington may be expanding again
From the Gateway Project, to the Cape Fear Community College Bond Referendum, it seems like development is everywhere in downtown Wilmington.Last night the City Council agreed to invest $7 million…
The American Evolution: The Economy
We begin a month long look at the American Evolution for November with a look at the economy and its similar evolution.
Libertarians are hard to find
You may have noticed something new on the ballot on Election Day, the Libertarian Party. However, no Libertarians won races in our area.
Salvation Army looking at more to help with less to give
The ringing of the Salvation Army bell will be a little earlier than usual this year. That is because the Salvation Army is trying to make up for a shortage of donations.
Obama declared winner in NC
For the first time in more than 3 decades, North Carolina is a blue state.
What’s Happening: November 7-9th
If you need some great holiday gift ideas, a trip to Southport this weekend could help you get your shopping done. Plus, get ready to chow down at Chowdafest.
New Hanover getting transportation money
New Hanover County will receive nearly $5 million from the Transportation Board for travel improvements.
NC troops to get computers before Iraq deployment
A nonprofit organization and a computer company will present 100 refurbished computers to the soldiers and the families of 82nd Airborne Division preparing to deploy to Iraq.
NC budget shortfall could reach $1.6B
Legislative fiscal analysts say North Carolina’s state budget could face a shortfall of as much as $1.6 billion.
NC film festival features 78 entries
Downtown streets in Asheville will take on a Hollywood atmosphere this weekend during the city’s film festival.
NC store gets complaints for upside down flag
A Greensboro hardware store got complaints after flying the American flag upside down after the election.
Tax-free appliance shopping for weekend
Consumers who want to save energy will get a chance to save money as well in North Carolina.
Latest gear on display at Fort Bragg show
The latest weapons and other battle gear for the modern soldier will be displayed this week at Fort Bragg as part of a road show put on by the Army.
More foreclosure issues for Senator Boseman
State Senator Julia Boseman celebrated her third victory on Tuesday. While the election is behind her, Senator Boseman still has a few battles to fight.
Barack Obama celebration Wednesday night in Wilmington
In Wilmington Wednesday night, the celebration of Barack Obama’s election continued. Hundreds gathered at Union Missionary Baptist Church to sing and pray for the president-elect.