Archives: 2008
Hagan suing Dole over TV advertisement
A political war of words is headed for a courtroom. It involves the US Senate race between Democrat Kay Hagan and Republican incumbent Elizabeth Dole. A fighting mad Hagan has filed a motion to sue Dole over her campaign’s refusal to pull an advertisement.
Candidates for the 18th House District Seat
On Tuesday, voters in parts of New Hanover and Pender counties will select a permanent representative for the 18th House District Seat formerly held by Thomas Wright.
NC attorney general sues foreclosure firms
North Carolina’s attorney general has sued three companies that advertise help for homeowners facing foreclosure.
US Airways to start Charlotte-to-Paris flight
US Airways will offer a nonstop flight from Charlotte to Paris next year.
BMW supplier to add jobs in Union County
BMW supplier LSP Automotive Systems LLC will add 61 jobs and spend $45 million expanding its plant in Union County.
Cannon recovered from presumed Blackbeard ship
Researchers have recovered one of the big cannons from the wreck of the vessel presumed to be Blackbeard’s flagship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge.
Historic drought ends with reign
As a literary device, rain and water often represent cleansing, purity and an essential element of life.
Section 8 recipients fear moving to Creekwood
As we first told you Thursday, the Wilmington Housing Authority is looking for people currently receiving Section 8 housing assistance to voluntarily give up their vouchers, and move into public housing.
Middle school students cast their vote
Politics found its way to the classroom today. Students at South Brunswick Middle School participated in their own Election Day as a social studies lesson.
Undercover investigation arrests 8 people
A lengthy undercover investigation in Pender County leads to charges against eight men for sex offenses against minors. It wasn’t an operation out on the street, but one behind a computer at a desk.
What’s Happening: October 31st – November 2nd
It is a scary start to the weekend. Halloween is Friday night and there are plenty of places to take your little ghosts and goblins.
Edgar Allan Poe comes to life
Some middle school students got a visit from a post-mortem poet Thursday.
Voters battling long lines at early voting
It is five days until Election Day, but many North Carolinians aren’t waiting until Tuesday.
Negotiations continue for new port
The state of the economy may have one of the Ports Authority’s private partners for the international terminal in Southport thinking twice.
NHC confirms budget cutbacks for schools
The economy has the attention of the New Hanover County school system as well.
College and Oleander intersection proposal changes
A change of plans is in order for Wilmington’s busiest intersection.
Market and 10th Street crash
There was a bit of a traffic tie-up late Thursday morning on Market Street.