Archives: 2008
Senator Dole responds to Hagan’s claims
The candidates are moving fast this election eve. Senator Elizabeth Dole just jetted in and out of Wilmington.
Boseman and Lee battling it out till the end
The 9th District State Senate race has become hotly contested. Incumbent Democrat Julia Boseman has been dogged by personal financial matters pushed further into the spotlight by Republican opponent Michael Lee.
Fennell and Soles reflect on their campaigns
It is crunch time for local state senate candidates as they try to grab as many votes as they can in the final hours leading up to Election Day.
Project Uplift aims to teach trades
With the current economy, it can be tough to find a job, even with an education. One program is helping train local people who struggled in school so they can become part of the workforce.
The origin of party symbols
Most people know the symbol of the donkey stands for the Democratic party and the elephant represents Republicans, but what is not as well known is where the symbolism originated.
Registered sex offender caught in Hugh MacRae Park
New Hanover County’s new ordinance making it illegal for a registered sex offender to enter a public park has yielded its first arrest.
Kay Hagan stops by Whiteys for coffee, conversation
On the eve of Election Day, U.S. Senate candidate Kay Hagan made a stop to the Port City.
Swart and Hughes ready for Election Day
The two candidates vying for the states 18th district seat were campaigning hard Monday. That is the seat vacated by Thomas Wright earlier this year when Wright was convicted of obstruction of justice.
Beach to Battleship triathlon caused delays
Participants in the Beach to the Battleship Ironman Triathlon swam, biked and ran all over the Wilmington area Saturday. For drivers, getting around was not as easy.
NC Capitol to get $600,000 renovation
A project to improve the walkways around the state Capitol will begin this month and last about 90 days.
NC dentist buying back Halloween candy
A North Carolina dentist is offering kids cash for Halloween candy.
NC tribe’s casino braces for revenue cut
Fewer customers are coming to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino in western North Carolina because of a sour economy and officials are bracing for a reduction in profit for the first time.
Dole, Hagan continue campaigning on election eve
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole and Democratic challenger Kay Hagan are hoping one more day of full campaigning will secure victory on Election Day.
McCrory in Piedmont, Perdue all over on final day
Pat McCrory and Beverly Perdue will try to rally the faithful and persuade remaining undecided voters in the final full day of campaigning for North Carolina governor.
On election’s eve, Obama stopping in Charlotte
Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama has chosen North Carolina as one of his final campaign stops as he tries to swing the state to his party’s column for the first time in decades.
Senator Bob Dole in Wilmington drawing support for his wife
Senator Elizabeth Dole and Kay Hagan are locked in one of the nation’s closest Senate races, and the Dole campaign just released a controversial ad.
New electronic vehicle inspection program
A new electronic vehicle inspection program began Saturday. Now vehicles that undergo an emissions or safety inspection will no longer receive a windshield sticker.
Local flounder in decline
Flounder is a popular seafood treat in our area, but the problem is that it is on the verge of extinction here in North Carolina.
Parents may need to motivate their children to get off the couch
The Department of Health and Human Services now recommends an hour of moderate exercise each day, and another hour of vigorous exercise three times a week. These guidelines are intended for kids as well as adults.
Cape Fear Fair and Expo has something for everyone
The Cape Fear Fair and Expo is in full swing. Hundreds made the best of the great weather Sunday and spent the day enjoying what the fair has to offer.