Rob Zapple

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“A True American Hero”: Wilmington pays tribute to Major General Joseph McNeil

Matt Bennett,

September 14, 2025

County leaders in disagreement over future direction of New Hanover Community Endowment

Conor Doherty,

July 22, 2025

New Hanover County Commissioners eliminate workforce housing and community relation committees

Conor Doherty,

July 21, 2025

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New Hanover County works to eliminate dozens of positions after budget cuts

Nate Mauldin,

July 2, 2025

New Hanover County Commissioners approve 2026 budget with 30.6 cent tax rate

Conor Doherty,

June 12, 2025

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New Hanover County Commissioners scrap inspections for historic buildings

Nate Mauldin,

June 4, 2025

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Local leaders concerned after FEMA denies Helene cleanup request

Nate Mauldin,

June 2, 2025

Community groups and homeowners gather to discuss Wilmington's growing housing crisis

Conor Doherty,

May 29, 2025

Rob Zapple

Commissioner Zapple named to state’s Residential Code Council

WWAY News,

May 14, 2025

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As prices remain high, what's the future of housing in New Hanover County?

Nate Mauldin,

May 2, 2025

A view of the New Hanover County Landfill on US Hwy 421. (Photo: Nate Mauldin)

New Hanover County encourages more recycling to extend landfill life span

Nate Mauldin,

March 12, 2025

New Hanover County proposes new inspection framework for older buildings

Ava Dorn,

October 25, 2024

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Ribbon cutting held for affordable housing community in New Hanover County

Nate Mauldin,

September 24, 2024

Roof collapse in downtown Wilmington sparks calls for inspection reform

Nate Mauldin,

August 13, 2024

Monday morning during the New Hanover County Commission meeting commissioners discussed removing abandoned vessels from coastal waters, (Photo: WWAY News).

Commissioners have first hearing of proposed New Hanover County Abandoned Vessel Ordinance

Emily Andrews,

May 20, 2024

There's been disagreement among New Hanover County Commissioners this week as they address the future of a violence intervention task force known as Port City United. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

County commissioners divided as Port City United funding remains uncertain

Nate Mauldin,

April 12, 2024

The North Carolina Department of Transportation hosted a news conference Thursday morning about repair work starting days from now on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

NCDOT responds to not being present at Cape Fear Memorial Bridge maintenance presentation

WWAY News,

December 12, 2023

Several local leaders joined public health officials on Wednesday, calling for stronger clean truck standards to reduce emissions, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

New Hanover County leaders hold 'clean truck standard' press conference

Emily Andrews,

November 8, 2023

New Hanover County commissioners met Monday morning to talk about land on the west side of the Cape Fear River, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County sees a West Bank proposal update

Emily Andrews,

October 16, 2023

Celebrating 165 Years: Thalian Hall's Main Stage Dedicated In Honor Of Tony Rivenbark

Celebrating 165 years: Thalian Hall's main stage dedicated in honor of Tony Rivenbark

Sydney Bouchelle,

October 12, 2023

Over the past year, several townhomes have been approved for development along Carolina Beach Road, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Townhomes continue to populate Carolina Beach Road

Emily Andrews,

October 3, 2023

New Hanover County Community Endowment List Revealed

New Hanover County Commissioners appoint two former commissioners to Community Endowment Board

WWAY News,

September 18, 2023

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New Hanover County commissioners vote to proceed with natural gas facility contract

WWAY News,

April 4, 2023

Free historical tour of Thalian Hall being offered next week

WWAY News,

January 3, 2023