Seniors looking for ways to stay cool during summer heat
More than 75 fans and two portable a-c units have been given out by the center as part of Operation Fan Heat Relief”, with dozens of other fans available for anyone who needs one.
Surf City officials warn of rough beach conditions
According to Surf City Fire Department and Ocean Rescue, first responders received six swimmer distress calls last week.
Crews battle Leland brush fire
According to Leland Fire/Rescue, several homes along Playground Way were evacuated due to the risk posed by the fire.
14-year-old recovering after being bitten by shark at North Topsail Beach
A 14-year-old visiting N. Topsail Beach from West Virginia is recovering at Came Lejeune Naval Hospital after being bitten by a shark over the weekend.
90-year-old Wilmington resident shares newspaper collection, speaks at Cape Fear Museum
Over the years Nixon began collecting newspapers, going all the way back to 1952. Nixon has seen and documented Wilmington through the time of Jim Crow, the Civil Rights Movement, the building of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, and much more.
Cape Fear 7’s Rugby Tournament held at Ogden Park this weekend
One of the nations largest summer seven’s tournaments took place this weekend in Ogden Park featuring several hundred players from across the country.
Two Wilmington-based nonprofits host first ‘Mini Bowls’ fundraiser
Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard and the Good Shepherd Center collaborated for their first ever Mini Bowls event on Saturday. The two nonprofits sold bowls handmade by local potters and woodworkers to raise money for both organizations.
Flight 22 Basketball inducts its 7th Hall of Fame class; has 8 players sign to play at the collegiate level
Flight 22 Basketball inducted its 7th Hall of Fame class on Saturday, as well as having 8 of their athletes sign to play at the collegiate level.
4th Annual Alex Highsmith Football Camp held at Ashley High School
Dozens of young athletes gathered on Saturday to get a chance to learn from an NFL player.
Juneteenth celebration and parade held in Southport
A week of Juneteenth events in the Cape Fear wrapped up with a parade and celebration in Southport on Saturday.
City of Northwest celebrates third annual Founder’s Day
The event featured dozens of vendors selling food and crafted goods, live music, a bouncy house, and much more. Founder’s Day celebrates the city’s incorporation in 1993.
Wilmington holds first International Make Music Day celebration
Wilmington joins more than 1,000 cities worldwide to celebrate Make Music Day.
High rip current risk prompts safety warning for people at New Hanover County beaches
Red flags have been flying at east-facing beaches such as Wrightsville, Carolina, and Kure Beaches, meaning there are strong rip currents at those beaches.
Brunswick County Board of Elections launching Voter Photo ID Summer Event Series
The Brunswick County Board of Elections is taking their show on the road to make sure you can get a photo ID if you need one this summer.
Rip current risks and what you can do to help save someone’s life
With several rip current risks and water rescues this week in the cape fear, you can never be too safe.
Bladen County airport educates middle schoolers through week long program
Several aspiring pilots took to the sky through a program designed to inspire kids to pursue careers in aviation.
New Hanover County 911 Center explains what to do while waiting for assistance
Earlier this week, a caller claimed they had trouble getting through to a 911 operator while trying to report a fire in their backyard.
Dozens of young children take part in The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
With summer officially here, many beat the heat by taking a dip in the pool. For some young children in Wilmington on Thursday, they did that while learning as well.
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Signs, symptoms and what you can do to help
According to Mental Health America, 6 million males in the United States are affected by depression each year.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: June 20th – 22nd
With summer officially underway, there will be no shortage of fun events happening this weekend in the Cape Fear.
Three juveniles arrested for alleged connection to shooting death of another juvenile
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office has arrested three juveniles for their alleged connection with the homicide of another juvenile.
History with ‘Hud’: Detailing the spring which provided inspiration for Boiling Spring Lakes
Of the many uniquely named communities around the Cape Fear, some leave you wondering how they received their name. But one Brunswick County city leaves little to the imagination.
Oak Island warns against bringing floaties and boards to the beach
In the past week, Oak Island Water Rescue has responded to several calls to bring floaties and paddleboards back to shore after being taken away by winds blowing from land to water.
Burgaw Board of Commissioners denies approval for 487-home development
On Tuesday, the Burgaw Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to deny developer D.R. Horton’s rezoning request for a 487-home development off NC Hwy 53 W.