New Hanover County schools discuss moving forward with AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to grow and there’s a debate over how often AI should be incorporated in school.
Woman convicted in fatal hit and run sentenced to 4 months in jail, victim’s family outraged
On Monday, Alejo—who entered the country illegally and does not have a driver’s license—pleaded guilty to felony hit and run.
Phone Pouch Pilot Program launches in two middle schools
Town Creek Middle School and Cedar Grove Middle School in Brunswick County are rolling out the Yondr phone pouch pilot program.
Rebecca Heitz, Principal of Town Creek Middle School, explains that the program is designed to ensure uninterrupted learning.
Reflecting on the March on Washington: Voices from the 61st anniversary
New Beginning Church in Castle Hayne hosted a special breakfast banquet to commemorate the 61st anniversary of the March on Washington.
This gathering honored the legacy of the historic event held on August 28, 1963, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech.
The 5th Quarter August 23, 2024
Week One
Week one is done! Here is the full episode of The 5th Quarter.
Last-minute back-to-school shopping hitting parents in their wallets
According to the National Retail Federation, families with students in elementary through high school will spend on average about $875 per child.
Updated proposal for new Waterfront Park to be presented to Wilmington City Council in the fall
A portion of the property was used as the home dock for the Coast Guard cutter Diligence before it left Wilmington.
High school teacher shares memories of Hampstead homicide victim
Earlier this month, firefighters found the body of 21-year-old Megan Dolan at a home in Hampstead. Investigators believe Megan died before the fire began, with her brother Matthew Dolan being named as the primary suspect.
ECU and Veteran Smiles Foundation offers free dental clinic for low-income veterans
The program organized by the ECU School of Dental Medicine and the Veteran Smiles Foundation gives low-income veterans the opportunity to receive free dental services
Renovations underway at Wilmington’s oldest existing high school
Repairs are underway to fix cracks along the southern wall of the school facing Market Street.
Youth of North Carolina hosts third annual Youth Resilience Summit at Port City Community Church
People from across the state gathered in Wilmington Thursday for an educational summit focused on the needs of youth.
Students explore aviation careers with the help of ILM, Avelo and Chamber of Commerce
More than a dozen middle school students getting the chance to fly into a potential career path.
Attorney General and governor candidate Josh Stein makes campaign stop in Leland
During his speech, Stein spoke about his plan to bolster education in the state. Stein hopes to bring back North Carolina’s Tax-Free Holiday Weekend for parents that are back to school shopping.
Christopher Barnes appointed as New Hanover County Schools interim superintendent
On Thursday, the school board announced that the current acting superintendent, Dr. Christopher Barnes will take over the role in an interim capacity.
New treatment facility coming to Brunswick County receives state grant
The new treatment facility will be housed in the building that used to be the Brunswick Community Hospital, and its surrounding offices.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, Town of Kure Beach hosting back-to-school beach cleanup
Before the kids head back to school, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher wants you to head to the beach for a back to school beach cleanup.
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (NCAFF) and the Town of Kure Beach invite students and anyone in the community to bring their school spirit to the Back-to-School Beach Cleanup Saturday, August 24 from 8-10 a.m. at Ocean Front Park in Kure Beach.
History with ‘Hud’: Recalling when Wilmington received its first bank in 1804
There are countless options for banking today around Wilmington. But more than two centuries ago, your choices weren’t quite as endless.
Breaking ground on a new school in Pender County
Construction of a new K-through-8 school in Hampstead, Pender County, is officially underway.
The Pender Board of Education initially voted against the original plans for the school but approved the revised plan at its May meeting.
Wilmington City Councilman David Joyner attends Democratic National Convention
A Wilmington City Councilman in Chicago this week attending the Democratic National Convention.
Ribbon cutting held for New Hanover County Community Justice Center
The event also included a discussion with the family of Gabby Petito, a victim of domestic violence that was murdered in 2021.
The center is inspired by the family justice center concept, where law enforcement, legal experts, and non-profits are housed under one roof to provide services for domestic violence victims.
Heading back to school with a nutritional lunch
As kids head back to school, it is important to keep their minds focused and bodies healthy.
AT&T workers walk the picket line over contract dispute
The Communications Workers Association (CWA) believes AT&T is not negotiating in good faith for a new contract, prompting workers in District 3 to take to the picket lines.
Protesters claim AT&T sent representatives without the authority to make decisions, leading to unproductive negotiations.
What are double red flag warnings and can you be fined for ignoring them?
If you see double red flags flying, it means the water poses a high risk for drowning, and that the water is closed to the public. In some places like Emerald Isle, you can even be fined for going into the water during those warnings.
New Hanover County Schools to consider new AI policy amendment
During a policy meeting on Tuesday, committee members approved an amendment to the district’s Technology in the Educational Program Policy to include a provision about generative AI.