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Wilmington Police investigating stabbing
Wilmington Police are investigating after one person was stabbed on Alabama Avenue this afternoon.To mask or not to mask? Parents weigh in on kids wearing masks in the classroom
Students are headed back to school soon and parents continue to ask a lot of questions about masks in the classroom.20-28 year prison sentence for 2017 armed robbery spree
The second-degree kidnapping convictions stemmed from the robbers leaving the victims either in back rooms or zip-tied after the robberies.Local Government Commission votes to take control of Spring Lake finances
It will go into effect if the Board of Aldermen impedes an investigation by the Office of State Auditor into questionable financial activities or withholds information from the commission.New Hanover County Alcoholic Beverage Control board awards $510,000 in grants
“We are so very proud to award these grants to community organizations in New Hanover County,” said Cedric Dickerson, Vice Chair of the New Hanover County ABC Board.
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UPDATE: Widespread Panic’s Sunday show delayed for weather
Widespread Panic is set to play the last of three shows in Wilmington Sunday night, but the final performance is being delayed due to weather concerns.Expo held in Pender County to inform residents how to prepare for a disaster
A disaster expo in Pender County was held Saturday to prepare residents for any hurricanes or other natural disasters that may strike the Cape Fear this year.Wobble in moon’s orbit to bring surge in flooding to most US coastlines in 2030s: NASA study
Coastal communities in the United States, be forewarned. A "dramatic" surge in high-tide floods is just over a decade away in the US, according to NASA.Insured losses from Elsa could be $290 million
A company that estimates the cost of natural disasters says insurance companies could be on the hook for $290 million in damage from Hurricane Elsa.Important steps to take to make sure your home is fully covered the remainder of hurricane season
With more than 140 days remaining in the 2021 hurricane season, now is the time to prepare for the next big storm.Last month was the hottest June on record for the lower 48 states
A little over 15% of the United States observed all-time record high temperatures last month, the highest NOAA has ever reported.3 years since Hurricane Florence burst its dams, will Boiling Spring Lakes get lakes back?
It's been nearly three years since Hurricane Florence drenched Boiling Spring Lakes with 30 inches of rain over four days, bursting four dams and washing away Alton Lennon Drive.Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue reports dozens of rip current rescues today
A moderate risk for rip currents along the beaches of the Cape Fear has resulted in 34 rescues today in Wrightsville Beach, according to the Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue.
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Bettman: Plan is to hold ’22 NHL draft in person in Montreal
He told The Associated Press the league is aiming for full arenas at the start of next season and an in-person draft in Montreal but would be ready to adjust as circumstances dictate.Cleveland’s baseball team goes from Indians to Guardians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Known as the Indians since 1915, Cleveland’s Major League Baseball team will be called Guardians. The ballclub announced the name change on...Opening ceremony of virus-delayed Tokyo Olympics begins
The athletes of the Tokyo Olympics were greeted by a few familiar notes at the opening ceremony.NFL teams face potential forfeits for COVID-19 outbreaks
The memo adds that the league doesn’t anticipate adding a 19th week to accommodate games that can’t be rescheduled within the 18-week regular season.Bill changing NC high school sports oversight OK’d by panel
Legislation that would end the North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s century-long role overseeing state interscholastic sports has cleared a Senate committee.NC Republican lawmakers unveil bill that could impact interscholastic sports
Republican senators are proposing a major change in the oversight of North Carolina interscholastic sports.Leland Dixie Youth Ponytails state champs fundraising for World Series trip
"We put blood sweat and tears in to this... this team is all I do outside of school and home so like it's really important and I'm really excited about it," said right fielder Abby Rigas.Padres, Nats recall harrowing scene after shots outside park
The San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals have finished playing, a day after their game was suspended when gunfire erupted outside the stadium.
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Wilmington Police investigating stabbing
Wilmington Police are investigating after one person was stabbed on Alabama Avenue this afternoon.To mask or not to mask? Parents weigh in on kids wearing masks in the classroom
Students are headed back to school soon and parents continue to ask a lot of questions about masks in the classroom.20-28 year prison sentence for 2017 armed robbery spree
The second-degree kidnapping convictions stemmed from the robbers leaving the victims either in back rooms or zip-tied after the robberies.Local Government Commission votes to take control of Spring Lake finances
It will go into effect if the Board of Aldermen impedes an investigation by the Office of State Auditor into questionable financial activities or withholds information from the commission.New Hanover County Alcoholic Beverage Control board awards $510,000 in grants
“We are so very proud to award these grants to community organizations in New Hanover County,” said Cedric Dickerson, Vice Chair of the New Hanover County ABC Board.
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UPDATE: Widespread Panic’s Sunday show delayed for weather
Widespread Panic is set to play the last of three shows in Wilmington Sunday night, but the final performance is being delayed due to weather concerns.Expo held in Pender County to inform residents how to prepare for a disaster
A disaster expo in Pender County was held Saturday to prepare residents for any hurricanes or other natural disasters that may strike the Cape Fear this year.Wobble in moon’s orbit to bring surge in flooding to most US coastlines in 2030s: NASA study
Coastal communities in the United States, be forewarned. A "dramatic" surge in high-tide floods is just over a decade away in the US, according to NASA.Insured losses from Elsa could be $290 million
A company that estimates the cost of natural disasters says insurance companies could be on the hook for $290 million in damage from Hurricane Elsa.Important steps to take to make sure your home is fully covered the remainder of hurricane season
With more than 140 days remaining in the 2021 hurricane season, now is the time to prepare for the next big storm.Last month was the hottest June on record for the lower 48 states
A little over 15% of the United States observed all-time record high temperatures last month, the highest NOAA has ever reported.3 years since Hurricane Florence burst its dams, will Boiling Spring Lakes get lakes back?
It's been nearly three years since Hurricane Florence drenched Boiling Spring Lakes with 30 inches of rain over four days, bursting four dams and washing away Alton Lennon Drive.Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue reports dozens of rip current rescues today
A moderate risk for rip currents along the beaches of the Cape Fear has resulted in 34 rescues today in Wrightsville Beach, according to the Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue.
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Bettman: Plan is to hold ’22 NHL draft in person in Montreal
He told The Associated Press the league is aiming for full arenas at the start of next season and an in-person draft in Montreal but would be ready to adjust as circumstances dictate.Cleveland’s baseball team goes from Indians to Guardians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Known as the Indians since 1915, Cleveland’s Major League Baseball team will be called Guardians. The ballclub announced the name change on...Opening ceremony of virus-delayed Tokyo Olympics begins
The athletes of the Tokyo Olympics were greeted by a few familiar notes at the opening ceremony.NFL teams face potential forfeits for COVID-19 outbreaks
The memo adds that the league doesn’t anticipate adding a 19th week to accommodate games that can’t be rescheduled within the 18-week regular season.Bill changing NC high school sports oversight OK’d by panel
Legislation that would end the North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s century-long role overseeing state interscholastic sports has cleared a Senate committee.NC Republican lawmakers unveil bill that could impact interscholastic sports
Republican senators are proposing a major change in the oversight of North Carolina interscholastic sports.Leland Dixie Youth Ponytails state champs fundraising for World Series trip
"We put blood sweat and tears in to this... this team is all I do outside of school and home so like it's really important and I'm really excited about it," said right fielder Abby Rigas.Padres, Nats recall harrowing scene after shots outside park
The San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals have finished playing, a day after their game was suspended when gunfire erupted outside the stadium.
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- Senior Spotlight
- What’s Happening
- Donation Drives & Dropoffs
- The Carolina Beat
- Mom to Mom
- Hooked On Science
- Teacher of the Week Contest
- Teacher of the Week
- Live Cape Fear Podcast
- Extraordinary People Next Door
- Pet Pals
- Seahawk Stories
- Under The Hood
- Health Hacks
- Local Events
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- Wilmington Wedding Expo
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