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‘It breaks my heart.’: Mother grieving after son’s grave desecrated
Thefts involving valuable metals are on the rise. Now, some thieves are taking things a step further, stealing bronze flower vases from gravesites and selling them for scrap metal. It's something one grieving mother is trying to keep from happening to anyone else.‘Peer Fishin’ Festival’ returns to Ocean Crest Pier, raising the spirits of disabled veterans
After being cancelled for the past two years due to a hurricane and the pandemic, the Operation North State annual 'Peer Fishin' Festival' is back at the Ocean Crest Pier in Oak Island.New findings by North Carolina State University raise more concerns around PFAS’s in the Cape Fear
Four years ago, one of those chemicals (GenX) was found in our drinking water in the Cape Fear River. A recent study has given rise to more concern surrounding the 'forever chemicals'.Colorado school district investigating claims that teachers taped masks to students’ faces
School officials are investigating allegations that some students were made to tape their masks to their faces.Sunset Beach councilwoman resigns during meeting over ‘lack of transparency’ and ‘skewed ethics’
Sunset Beach Town Councilwoman Jan Harris dramatically announced her resignation from the council Tuesday morning effective immediately.
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Interstate 95 widening project hopes to avoid flooding
The N.C. Department of Transportation has signed a $432 million contract this month to rebuild eight miles of Interstate 95 through one county with an eye on eliminating a recurring flooding problem.Cape Fear marks 5 years since Hurricane Matthew left its mark
Today makes 5 years since Hurricane Matthew brushed by the Cape Fear, leaving behind beach erosion and devastating flooding across the area.Rip current risk increases this weekend as Hurricane Sam spins in the Atlantic
Hurricane Sam is a Category 4 storm that is not expected to strike Bermuda but is forecast bring tropical storm conditions to the territory and other islands.New hurricane sensor technology could come to the Cape Fear ahead of the next storm
There are just 9 weeks remaining in official hurricane season, but new sensor technology is ready if we get a late-season storm in the Cape Fear.Hurricane Sam will pump larger waves, rip currents along NC coast late week
Hurricane Sam is a powerful Category 4 storm in the Atlantic Ocean, but forecasters said late Sunday that it had peaked in intensity.Wilmington woman experiencing issues getting around due to flooding problem in front of her home
Ethel Gerald has lived in her home at the corner of North 5th Avenue and Campbell Street for over five decades. For the past several years, Gerald says flooding in the roadway surrounding her house has become a growing problem.How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The Harvest Moon will light up the night sky Monday in a celestial sign that summer is nearing an end.Tropical Storm Odette forms off mid-Atlantic coast
Tropical Storm Odette has formed off the mid-Atlantic coast and is expected to weaken Saturday night as it approaches eastern Canada.
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Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikes beat Panthers 34-28
Kirk Cousins completed a 27-yard touchdown pass to K.J. Osborn on the first possession of overtime to lift the Minnesota Vikings to a wild 34-28 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.The 5th Quarter October 15, 2021
There was plenty of close games across the Cape Fear. See it all in the highlights!Cape Fear Academy hangs on to win at Coastal Christian
The Hurricanes won the game, and won their first conference title in 20 years, according to the school.Vikings out spike Bucs in 4 games
Hoggard was abled to defeat Laney Tuesday night at Sheila Boles Gym.ACC contemplates future home of conference headquarters
Commissioner Jim Phillips said the Atlantic Coast Conference is examining whether its conference headquarters should remain in Greensboro or consider relocating elsewhere.AP source: Gruden out as Raiders coach over offensive emails
It started on Friday when the Wall Street Journal reported that Gruden used a racist term to describe NFL union chief DeMaurice Smith in a 2011 email to former Washington executive Bruce Allen.‘Midnite Madness’ returning to Trask Coliseum
Fans are back in Trask for 2021, and the Seahawks will get a taste of it on Friday.The 5th Quarter October 8, 2021
Week 8 is wrapped up. See the highlights from all the close games in the Cape Fear!
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‘It breaks my heart.’: Mother grieving after son’s grave desecrated
Thefts involving valuable metals are on the rise. Now, some thieves are taking things a step further, stealing bronze flower vases from gravesites and selling them for scrap metal. It's something one grieving mother is trying to keep from happening to anyone else.‘Peer Fishin’ Festival’ returns to Ocean Crest Pier, raising the spirits of disabled veterans
After being cancelled for the past two years due to a hurricane and the pandemic, the Operation North State annual 'Peer Fishin' Festival' is back at the Ocean Crest Pier in Oak Island.New findings by North Carolina State University raise more concerns around PFAS’s in the Cape Fear
Four years ago, one of those chemicals (GenX) was found in our drinking water in the Cape Fear River. A recent study has given rise to more concern surrounding the 'forever chemicals'.Colorado school district investigating claims that teachers taped masks to students’ faces
School officials are investigating allegations that some students were made to tape their masks to their faces.Sunset Beach councilwoman resigns during meeting over ‘lack of transparency’ and ‘skewed ethics’
Sunset Beach Town Councilwoman Jan Harris dramatically announced her resignation from the council Tuesday morning effective immediately.
- WEATHER
LATEST WEATHER
Interstate 95 widening project hopes to avoid flooding
The N.C. Department of Transportation has signed a $432 million contract this month to rebuild eight miles of Interstate 95 through one county with an eye on eliminating a recurring flooding problem.Cape Fear marks 5 years since Hurricane Matthew left its mark
Today makes 5 years since Hurricane Matthew brushed by the Cape Fear, leaving behind beach erosion and devastating flooding across the area.Rip current risk increases this weekend as Hurricane Sam spins in the Atlantic
Hurricane Sam is a Category 4 storm that is not expected to strike Bermuda but is forecast bring tropical storm conditions to the territory and other islands.New hurricane sensor technology could come to the Cape Fear ahead of the next storm
There are just 9 weeks remaining in official hurricane season, but new sensor technology is ready if we get a late-season storm in the Cape Fear.Hurricane Sam will pump larger waves, rip currents along NC coast late week
Hurricane Sam is a powerful Category 4 storm in the Atlantic Ocean, but forecasters said late Sunday that it had peaked in intensity.Wilmington woman experiencing issues getting around due to flooding problem in front of her home
Ethel Gerald has lived in her home at the corner of North 5th Avenue and Campbell Street for over five decades. For the past several years, Gerald says flooding in the roadway surrounding her house has become a growing problem.How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The Harvest Moon will light up the night sky Monday in a celestial sign that summer is nearing an end.Tropical Storm Odette forms off mid-Atlantic coast
Tropical Storm Odette has formed off the mid-Atlantic coast and is expected to weaken Saturday night as it approaches eastern Canada.
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Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikes beat Panthers 34-28
Kirk Cousins completed a 27-yard touchdown pass to K.J. Osborn on the first possession of overtime to lift the Minnesota Vikings to a wild 34-28 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.The 5th Quarter October 15, 2021
There was plenty of close games across the Cape Fear. See it all in the highlights!Cape Fear Academy hangs on to win at Coastal Christian
The Hurricanes won the game, and won their first conference title in 20 years, according to the school.Vikings out spike Bucs in 4 games
Hoggard was abled to defeat Laney Tuesday night at Sheila Boles Gym.ACC contemplates future home of conference headquarters
Commissioner Jim Phillips said the Atlantic Coast Conference is examining whether its conference headquarters should remain in Greensboro or consider relocating elsewhere.AP source: Gruden out as Raiders coach over offensive emails
It started on Friday when the Wall Street Journal reported that Gruden used a racist term to describe NFL union chief DeMaurice Smith in a 2011 email to former Washington executive Bruce Allen.‘Midnite Madness’ returning to Trask Coliseum
Fans are back in Trask for 2021, and the Seahawks will get a taste of it on Friday.The 5th Quarter October 8, 2021
Week 8 is wrapped up. See the highlights from all the close games in the Cape Fear!
- COMMUNITY
- Home Expo
- Viewers Choice Awards
- Senior Spotlight
- What’s Happening
- Donation Drives & Dropoffs
- The Carolina Beat
- Mom to Mom
- Hooked On Science
- Teacher of the Week
- Live Cape Fear Podcast
- LivingWell
- Extraordinary People Next Door
- Pet Pals
- Seahawk Stories
- Under The Hood
- Health Hacks
- Local Events
- Job Fair
- Senior Expo
- Wilmington Wedding Expo
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