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Qualified Captain Warns Boaters After Yacht Gets Stuck on Rocks

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WWAY partners with The Qualified Captain to spotlight wake safety reminder during boating season

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Brunswick County drug and firearms investigation leads to multiple arrests, major seizures

Thalian Hall announces June residency featuring immersive Hubblo Dome

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Brunswick County man sentenced to at least 23 years in child sex abuse case

Memorial Day weekend events happening across the Cape Fear region

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The Carolina Beat: Plexaderm

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Wilmington outdoor pools open Memorial Day weekend for 2026 summer season

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Camp Lejeune warns public to stay off Browns Island due to unexploded ordnance

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City releases map of 12 downtown Wilmington trees planned for removal

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The Club at Midtown celebrates ceremonial groundbreaking ahead of September opening

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Wilmington-made short film selected for Los Angeles premiere at Dances With Films

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City of Wilmington cancels Celebration Pop-up Park debut event due to weather

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Rain chances are expected for Memorial Day weekend

New study reveals North Carolina’s most misspelled word

UNC Board of Governors authorizes UNCW to move forward with plans for medical school

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Southport to host 41st annual Firefighter’s Freedom Competition

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Rain chances increase for Memorial Day weekend

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NC legislators look to Charlotte pilot to address ‘boarding’ crisis in emergency departments

Wilmington City Council hears public feedback on proposed $350 million budget

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One person dies in Navassa mobile home fire

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Leland to host women’s health forum with screenings and expert panels

Veterans event in Wilmington to offer claims help and healthcare resources

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Port City Highland Games returning to Wilmington

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North Carolina SBI breaks ground on new Raleigh campus

Governor Stein signs executive order aimed at expanding affordable housing in North Carolina

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Four boaters, dog rescued after boat capsizes near Oak Island

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Pet Pals: Playful kittens looking for forever home

Rain Chances

Another hot and humid day for today

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Governor Stein proclaims North Carolina Heat Safety Week

Pender County Schools launches 2026 Summer Meals Program for children

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The Carolina Beat: Rate Reverse Mortgage

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Rabid raccoon confirmed near Clarkton, health officials warn residents

Commissioners adopt 2026-27 budget, keep property tax rate unchanged

Coastal Duck Derby returns to Jungle Rapids with 20,000 racing rubber ducks

Memorial Day ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign underway across North Carolina

Wilmington man indicted for allegedly threatening President Trump on social media

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First Fruit Ministries to host community Freedom BBQ with music, food and fellowship

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Self-Care Share: Ground. Connect. Empower.

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City council to consider accepting $500,000 grant for Greenfield Park bridge replacement

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USS North Carolina LEGO-inspired building set launching Memorial Day

US Coast Guard Auxiliary offering boating safety course in Supply on June 13

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Town of Clarkton to celebrate 165th anniversary with Memorial Day Spring Meet

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Temporary road closures as Wilmington installs speed humps on Burnett Boulevard

Operation Dry Water

NC Wildlife Commission urges safe boating ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

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Brunswick County animal nonprofit receives donated transport van

Crash at the intersection of Dawson and Third streets backs up traffic

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Warm temperatures continue today

Wrightsville Beach infrastructure improvements continue ahead of summer completion

Boil water advisory issued for area near Carolina Beach Road and South Carolina Avenue

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