Soldiers Home in time for Christmas
Holiday wishes came true a few days early for some local families. Sunday, men and women serving in Iraq arrived at ILM.
Archives: 2008
Marketplace on the River wraps up 2008 schedule
Saturday marked the final Marketplace on the River event for 2008.
There were vendors, artists and entertainers. It’s all a part of the Celebrate the Arts’ “Bizarre” Bazaar.
Former Port City mayor dies at age 87
Former Wilmington Mayor Berry Williams passed away Friday night at the age of 87.
Williams died of natural causes after spending his final years in hospice. He served two terms as a New Hanover County commissioner in the 1950’s.
Donations cover costs of sending Jose Montalvo’s body to Mexico
The finacial woes for the widow of the man killed in the Oak Island bridge collapse are over, at least for now.
Soda, deodorant and jerky fine examples of giving
Growing up, there were some lean times in the Wuzzardo house.
Speed Limit Rally
Fourteen kids live on Gordon Road in Wilmington but you would never know it. They’re not allowed to play outside because cars drive too fast on the street. Neighborhood residents spent the day rallying, hoping for change.
Bolivia Christmas Parade
Sleigh bells were ringing on the streets of Bolivia Saturday for the annual Christmas parade. Kids had a great time chasing after candy. The parents did, too.
Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
Lots of people don’t like to gift wrap, so they look for some help. Members of the American Women’s Business Association rolled up their sleeves and got those gifts wrapped for the holidays.
Shop ‘Til You Drop
If you’re looking for peace on earth while shopping for holiday gifts, the Saturday before Christmas is not the time to go.
Local homeowners to see rates go up nearly 30%
Insurance companies asked for a nearly 20 percent increase across the state. They settled for a slight four percent average hike statewide. However, homeowners in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender County will see nearly a thirty percent increase. Bladen and Columbus rates will go up twelve percent.
Maritime Museum exhibit profiles Captain O’Daniel
The story of Captain John Wesley O’Daniel Jr. began in Southport, and its there he chose to be remembered.
NADA’s NC chair calls auto bailout a good step forward
The National Auto Dealers Association is the voice of local auto dealers across the country.
NADA chair Annette Sykora called today’s action, “The first step toward restoring consumer confidence.”
Toys galore at the Salvation Army giveaway
For the past few months, the Salvation Army has been collecting toy donations for needy families. Friday, all those donations were given out at the largest toy shop in the Port City.
Man tased at fathers funeral now in jail
Gladwyn Russ III just pleaded guilty to his most serious charge, possession of a firearm by a felon.
Indecision about shipping Jose Montalvo’s body
Montalvo’s body is scheduled to arrive in Mexico on Saturday.
However, Sanchez’s attorney Eric Altman said the funeral home in Mexico told him if they didn’t receive almost $3,500 by 5:00 p.m. Friday, they wouldn’t pick up the body from the airport.
Wilmington woman pleads guilty to murder and drug charges
Anna Strickland faces anywhere between 17 to 20 years in prison. That includes her second degree murder charge and three additional drug trafficking charges.
Boil water notice for Brunswick Forest residents
Brunswick Sanitary District has issued a boil water notice for residents of the Brunswick Forest neighborhood.
It was a Winter Wonderland at Fit for Fun Friday
It is a bit early, but that didn’t stop some young kids from getting into the Christmas spirit Friday at the Fit for Fun Center.