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Mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations recommended for New Hanover County employees
The New Hanover County Health and Human Services Board is recommending COVID-19 vaccinations be mandatory for eligible New Hanover County employees.Leland man charged with vandalizing Local’s Tavern
A man has been charged with vandalizing a Leland business over the weekend.City Council votes to permanently remove Confederate statues from downtown Wilmington
More than a year after the City of Wilmington removed two Confederate statues from downtown Wilmington, a decision has been made to not return them.Multi-million dollar contract extended to preserve Wrightsville Beach Bridge
A preservation contract has been awarded to cover expenses to preserve the life of the South Banks Channel Bridge at Wrightsville Beach.Cold storage facility coming to Pender Commerce Park
A commercial real estate developer plans to build a cold storage facility at Pender Commerce Park.
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Some struggle with Myrtle Beach heat, while Midwesterners want to move here because of it
Whether they knew it or not, vacationers in downtown Myrtle Beach braved the area’s hottest day of 2021 Friday, with a heat index expected to reach 110.Soaring temperatures leave many searching for ways to beat the heat
Enjoying time outside is an important part of summer for many people, but when temperatures reach dangerous levels like today, it's also important to stay safe from the scorching heat.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.
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American star Simone Biles to return for balance beam finals
Simone Biles is returning to competition in Tokyo. The 2016 Olympic champion will compete in the balance beam finals on Tuesday.UNCW men’s and women’s soccer schedules released
Both teams' schedules have been released as of Thursday.Simone Biles makes mental health the talk of the Tokyo Games
Mental health has been a discussion in sports the past year but became the topic of these Olympics when gymnast Simone Biles chose self-care over sporting success.Former UNCW Pitcher gets major league call
The Los Angeles Angels have a new reliever - and his name is Austin Warren.‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.Dolphins’ Howard reports despite unhappiness with contract
All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard has joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he’s unhappy about his contract.Russian team topples American powerhouse with Biles out
Though the history books may mark Tuesday’s victory with an asterisk due to American star Simone Biles’ early withdrawal, the Russian women's gymnastics team's dazzling performance is the result of a concerted transformation since they finished a distant second to the American team at the 2019 World Championship.Whiteville Dixie Youth Darlings wrap up World Series trip to Virginia
The Whiteville community also deserves praise; they helped raise $15,000 to send the girls and their families to Virginia.
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Mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations recommended for New Hanover County employees
The New Hanover County Health and Human Services Board is recommending COVID-19 vaccinations be mandatory for eligible New Hanover County employees.Leland man charged with vandalizing Local’s Tavern
A man has been charged with vandalizing a Leland business over the weekend.City Council votes to permanently remove Confederate statues from downtown Wilmington
More than a year after the City of Wilmington removed two Confederate statues from downtown Wilmington, a decision has been made to not return them.Multi-million dollar contract extended to preserve Wrightsville Beach Bridge
A preservation contract has been awarded to cover expenses to preserve the life of the South Banks Channel Bridge at Wrightsville Beach.Cold storage facility coming to Pender Commerce Park
A commercial real estate developer plans to build a cold storage facility at Pender Commerce Park.
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Some struggle with Myrtle Beach heat, while Midwesterners want to move here because of it
Whether they knew it or not, vacationers in downtown Myrtle Beach braved the area’s hottest day of 2021 Friday, with a heat index expected to reach 110.Soaring temperatures leave many searching for ways to beat the heat
Enjoying time outside is an important part of summer for many people, but when temperatures reach dangerous levels like today, it's also important to stay safe from the scorching heat.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.
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American star Simone Biles to return for balance beam finals
Simone Biles is returning to competition in Tokyo. The 2016 Olympic champion will compete in the balance beam finals on Tuesday.UNCW men’s and women’s soccer schedules released
Both teams' schedules have been released as of Thursday.Simone Biles makes mental health the talk of the Tokyo Games
Mental health has been a discussion in sports the past year but became the topic of these Olympics when gymnast Simone Biles chose self-care over sporting success.Former UNCW Pitcher gets major league call
The Los Angeles Angels have a new reliever - and his name is Austin Warren.‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.Dolphins’ Howard reports despite unhappiness with contract
All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard has joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he’s unhappy about his contract.Russian team topples American powerhouse with Biles out
Though the history books may mark Tuesday’s victory with an asterisk due to American star Simone Biles’ early withdrawal, the Russian women's gymnastics team's dazzling performance is the result of a concerted transformation since they finished a distant second to the American team at the 2019 World Championship.Whiteville Dixie Youth Darlings wrap up World Series trip to Virginia
The Whiteville community also deserves praise; they helped raise $15,000 to send the girls and their families to Virginia.
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- Viewers Choice Awards
- 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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