Commission passes on county GOP’s nominee for open seat; selects Thomas Wolfe
With a Republican majority, the New Hanover County Commission thumbed its nose at the county GOP today, passing on the party’s nominee to fill an open commission seat.
Archives: December 2012
20 children dead in Connecticut school massacre
Police aren’t say what may have motivated a man to open fire inside two classrooms at a Connecticut elementary school today, but a law enforcement official who has been briefed on the investigation says the gunman was believed to suffer from a personality disorder
Student’s murder raises questions of downtown safety
Josh Proutey’s body was found at 11 p.m. in what is typically considered a safe part of town, but neighboring business owners are not shocked. They do not blame downtown Wilmington. They blame criminals.
Explore with George: Artful Living Group
The Artful Living Group in Carolina Beach offers a forum for the public to find local art or learn how to become an artist themselves. And they’re excited to now offer an online marketplace.
Our George Elliott stopped by to find out what gift ideas they may have.
Kitchen Scoop: BBQ Shrimp
Are you hosting a Christmas party this weekend? Do you need that one last snack to make it the most memorable yet? That’s where Alicia Ross can help out. She has a recipe for BBQ shrimp that will have everybody talking in our Kitchen Scoop.
FIRST ON 3: Seven people sent to hospital after Christmas light shock
Seven people have been taken to the hospital after Christmas decorating turned dangerous. The victims range in age from 13 to 53.
WPD: Murder victim in wrong place at wrong time
The community is in shock after a Cape Fear Community College student was shot and killed leaving work last night in downtown Wilmington.
At this point, police say details surrounding the murder are cloudy.
City’s response to Downtown Wilmington murder
While the details of last night’s fatal shooting are being investigated, it is important to note the significant efforts that have been, and are being made by public safety personnel to increase safety downtown.
Genie grants cancer patient’s kids dream day
Dreams came true for the family of a cancer fighter in Wilmington today.
The patient, who is battling breast, bone, brain, and intestinal cancer could not make it because she was feeling too ill.
Youngsters make sure other kids have Christmas presents
‘Tis the season for helping out those in need, and today students from the Childcare Network on Flint Drive in Wilmington dropped by our studio to drop off presents for Toys for Tots.
UNCW trustees approve tuition hike
Tuition is likely going up again at UNC Wilmington.
The UNCW Board of Trustees today approved a $283 tuition increase for in-state students for the 2013-14 academic year. The increase, though, is partially offset by a $138.60 overall reduction in fees.
McCrory, Perdue traveling to NC military bases
Gov. Bev Perdue is introducing successor Pat McCrory to leaders at the state’s military bases in a whirlwind one-day trip through eastern North Carolina.
NC governor still working on group home solution
Gov. Bev Perdue won’t release a solution to attempt to ensure certain residents in group homes losing Medicaid coverage can keep a roof over their heads until probably next week.
Vehicle stop leads to drugs, counterfeit money arrests
Brunswick County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested a man and woman from New Hanover County on charges including drug possession and possession of counterfeit money.
Man wanted for Sneads Ferry assault
The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office is looking for David Anthony Cramer, 33, on several charges, including first degree kidnapping.
The charges stem from an incident on November 26 in Sneads Ferry that left a 20-year-old man seriously injured.
Suspect connected to sweepstakes robbery surrenders
A fifth suspect wanted in connection to the robbery of a Brunswick County business has turned herself into investigators.
BY GEORGE: Winter Weather Terms
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5 NC teens arrested in murder of homeless man
Five North Carolina teenagers are under arrest, charged in the killing of a homeless man found stuffed in a trash can.
County Commission ignores GOP, picks Wolfe for open seat
The New Hanover County Commission, with a Republican majority, thumbed its nose at the county GOP today, when it passed on the party’s nominee to fill an open commission seat.
NC high court rules video sweepstakes illegal
North Carolina’s highest court says the state can outlaw video sweepstakes parlors because they don’t have the same free speech protections given to video games.
Pittsboro mayor wants to be NC Democrats’ leader
Pittsboro’s mayor says he’s running to become North Carolina Democratic Party chairman because he believes party activities in his home county can be imitated to build the Democratic brand statewide from the ground up.
WWAY’s Thursday night sports – Dec. 13
On Thursday on WWAY heard from UNC Tar Heel basketball coach Roy Williams. His nationally ranked squad will host East Carolina on Saturday. It’ll be the first game ever for ECU against UNC in Chapel Hill. On top of that we also checked out high school hoops on Thursday between South Brunswick & Cape Fear Academy.
NC teen pleads guilty in deaths of father, stepmom
A teenager from Mecklenburg County is facing at least 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to killing his father and stepmother at the family’s home more than a year ago.
Lumberton hospital restricts visitors due to flu
A Lumberton hospital is imposing restrictions on visitors effective immediately because of an increase in reported cases of influenza.