Transition on the New Hanover County Commission
It was transition time for the New Hanover County Commission tonight. Two newcomers were sworn in and there was a change in leadership.
Archives: December 2012
Motion says keep justice on NC redistricting case
Attorneys for North Carolina lawmakers say a Supreme Court judge shouldn’t have to sit out a lawsuit challenging political districts favoring Republicans even though his re-election relied heavily on support from some of the same GOP leaders named as defendants.
White concedes NC Senate race after 2nd recount
tate Sen. Stan White has conceded the 1st District election to Republican challenger Bill Cook after a limited hand-to-eye recount showed Cook’s lead was unchanged.
Brunswick County swears in new commissioners, says goodbye to two
‘Tis the season for changes, and there are two new faces on the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners. Frank Williams and Pat Sykes were sworn in tonight.
At the same time, one man said goodbye after nearly two decades of service.
Wilmington police investigating shooting
Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting that occurred tonight near the 1200 block of S. 15th St around 8 P.M.
Dunes at Fort Caswell disappearing
Strong winds and high tides typically affect the North Carolina coastline, especially during hurricane season. But the effects on the beach near Fort Caswell have been especially rough this year.
Marino on Money: Keeping food costs down
If you hosted Thanksgiving dinner, you probably are aware of how food prices have gone up since summer droughts damaged many crops. With Christmas approaching, certified financial planner Ross Marino has some tips to help keep your food costs down.
NC inmates allege they were abused with hot sauce
Prison officials in North Carolina are calling for a criminal investigation after six inmates alleged correctional officers forced them to rub habanero hot sauce on their genitals, resulting in painful blisters.
Tidal Creek Co-op offers electric car charging stations
Electric vehicle drivers can charge their battery while shopping for groceries at Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market.
The specialty grocery store teamed up with Progress Energy Carolinas to install the charging stations across from their bio-fuel station.
BUILDING HISTORY: Downtown Wilmington Post Office
You may have been too busy taking care of business to notice, but one building in downtown Wilmington offers art, style and history.
You can mail bills and letters anywhere, but where can can you enjoy art with your mail? The downtown Post Office in Wilmington, of course.
20 years later, risk and reward of text messaging
Believe it or not… it is the 20th anniversary of the first text message. Some say the phone memo has changed the way the world communicates.
Old commissioners say goodbye as new faces join boards
It’s transition time in local government. The New Hanover County and Brunswick County commissions each welcome two new members tonight.
WPD investigates murder during home invasion
A man is dead after an early-morning home invasion in the Port City, but the events surrounding the murder have neighbors questioning what really happened.
Neighbors describe Clifton Sykes Jr. as a good man who helped everyone in the neighborhood. His death has many wondering who would commit such a heinous crime.
Pastor pleads guilty to sex crimes against child
A Wilmington pastor charged last year with sex crimes against a minor pleaded guilty today.
Thomas Wiggins Jr. pleaded guilty to six counts of felony sex offense as a substitute parent for crimes that happened in 1998.
Feds chip in big bucks for local renourishment, dredging projects
It looks like federal money for beach renourishment hasn’t dried up yet.
Rep. Mike McIntyre (D-7th District) announced today millions of dollars for renourishment at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, as well as for dredging the Wilmington Harbor, which will help Bald Head Island.
NC regulator approves Duke Energy probe settlement
North Carolina’s utilities regulator and attorney general are settling separate investigations into whether Duke Energy misled officials before taking over its in-state rival Progress Energy.
Boiling Spring Lakes names new police chief
The City of Boiling Spring Lakes has a new Chief of Police. Lt. Bradford Shirley of the Graham Police Department will start in his new position January 22, 2013, according to a press release from the city.
Palace says Duchess of Cambridge expecting a baby
Palace officials say Prince William and his wife are expecting their first child.
St. James Palace said Monday that the Duchess of Cambridge has a severe form of morning sickness and is currently in a London hospital.
House fire kills family’s dog
A fire in Wilmington last night killed a family pet and caused significant damage to the home.
The Wilmington Fire Department says crews responded to the home at 725 Ivey Circle around 11:30 p.m.
November was cold; December is warm?
It would appear that Mother Nature isn’t ready just yet to get into the holiday spirit.
Coast Guard recovers body of missing fisherman
The Coast Guard has recovered the body of a missing fisherman near Cape Lookout.
DILI Golf Tournament helps area families
Coast Guard Cutter Diligence joins forces with the Wilmington Navy League for the December 7th tournament at Echo Farms Country Club.
WWAY’s Sunday night sports – Dec. 2
There’s a new leader of the pack in Raleigh. Dave Doeren was officially introduced as the new head football coach of the NC State Wolfpack on Sunday. Former New Hanover Wildcat Cari Blalock had a great weekend in the pool at Ohio State for the UNC Tar Heels. Blalock broke a UNC school record at the Ohio State Invitational.
Man bikes cross-country for a cause
He’s already run from coast to coast. Now, Chris Nicholas has his sights set on bigger goals.