Wilmington Housing Authority gets new CEO with big plans
Mike Krause said one of his goals is to make public housing safer for residents.
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What’s Happening: September 26-28
This weekend there are festivals galore, plus several ways you can feel good about yourself by helping others.
Update on Allison Foy murder
After years of investigating, authorities have determined that Allison Jackson Foy was stabbed to death.
Alleged serial burglar in court
Alleged serial burglar, Alan Slade Rickenbacker was back in court Thursday. Wilmington Police arrested Rickenbacker Wednesday night and put him in jail under $125,000 bond.
Hard Rock Park bankruptcy
The Hard Rock Park has not even been open for a year, but its doors are already closing. The owner of the Myrtle Beach amusement park filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Wednesday.
Murder victims being remembered
There were over 17,000 homicides in the United States in 2006, a number that does not set well with the families of those victims.
Alleged Whiteville shooter on the loose
Whiteville police need your help finding a suspect involved in a shooting.
New Developments in missing woman case
There has been a major development in the case of a missing Columbus County woman.
US House approves Fort Bragg funds
FORT BRAGG — The U.S. House has approved more than $175 million for construction projects at Fort Bragg in 2009. The plan includes three projects worth $21.5 million that weren’t originally in President Bush’s budget request. The Fayetteville Observer reported Thursday the additional funds include almost $11 million for a chapel, more than $1 million for a mass casualty center…
All NC inmates can be screened for HIV
RALEIGH — The Correction Department plans to screen all inmates for the virus that causes AIDS, starting in November. The News & Observer or Raleigh reported Thursday that the move to screen for HIV comes after pressure from public health officials, lawmakers and black religious leaders. Dr. Peter Leone with the North Carolina Division of Public Health said the testing…
Civil affairs soldier sees award for valor
FORT BRAGG — The Army is awarding its first Silver Star to an active duty Civil Affairs soldier. Sgt. 1st Class Drew C. Kimmey of Warden, Wash., will receive the award during a ceremony Thursday. The medal is the third highest award for combat valor. The 31-year-old Kimmey fought off a Taliban ambush during in November 2007 in Afghanistan The…
Service industry feeling the economic crunch
The economy is hurting almost everyone. The people feeling the struggle the most may be those who depend on others generosity.
Senator Soles confronted by opponent at campaign event
There were some awkward moments today at a campaign stop for Senator R.C. Soles.
Prospect of offshore wind turbines causing a stir
The prospect of offshore drilling raises concerns about the beauty of our coasts. The idea of wind turbines brings up similar issues.
Issues concerning Oleander and College Road intersection
The intersection of Oleander Drive and South College Road continues to be a key issue for nearby businesses, residents, and traffic officials.
Movie filmed in Wilmington opens this weekend
A movie filmed in Wilmington last year opens this weekend. It is an exciting time for residents to see our area on the big screen, but imagine what it was like for those who actually worked on the film.
Utility companies working on tree maintenance
Companies like Progress Energy are working to prevent tree limbs from taking down power lines. That is the reason you may have seen more trimmings stacked along area streets.
Local Wilmington clothing shop closing its doors
After more than a decade, a Wilmington men’s clothing shop is closing its doors.
Dangerous Dog Appeals Court
Two months ago, Melissa and Richard Allard of Wilmington had their 2 dogs labeled dangerous by Animal Control. The Allard’s appealed the decision, and ended up in dog court Tuesday night.