Full Court Press January 16, 2026
High school basketball drama has reached a new high, including an upset five years in the making.
Second public hearing for residents to oppose rezoning plan for Carolina Shores Golf Course
A second public meeting was held on Friday for residents to raise their concerns about the proposed plans to re-develop the Carolina Shores Golf Course, which would bring more than 100 hundred homes.
Wilmington archaeology lab finds temporary storage; seeks permanent home
A non-profit archaeology lab in downtown Wilmington is still in search of a permanent home.
Pender County’s new manager responds to resident affordable housing concerns
As Pender County continues to see a boom in population and development, the cost of housing has become a major concern for many looking to move there.
Community gathers for the 28th Annual TreeFest, continuing a reforestation tradition since 1997
TreeFest started in 1997 to help restore tree populations after hurricanes Bertha and Fran.
Piedmont Gas offers tips to save money during the cold winter months
With a winter chill on the horizon, Piedmont Gas offers a few tips to help get us through this cold weather.
‘National Use Your Gift Card Day’ encourages people cash in on unused balances
Saturday is National Use Your Gift Card Day!
NC budget impasse strains food banks as demand surges across the state
North Carolina still doesn’t have a state budget and the impasse is taking its toll on area food banks.
Cold weather, hot deals: Why MLK Weekend is prime time to buy a car
The Martin Luther King holiday weekend is one of the best times of the year to get a great auto deal.
Bitter cold temps present challenges for Wilmington’s unsheltered population
With temperatures expected to be bitterly cold Thursday night and more cold, overnight temperatures expected through the weekend, it’s often easy to forget that while many of us have a warm, safe place to sleep at night, that’s not the case for some.
UNCW softball hoping recent trend continues
Spring sports are fast approaching in the Cape Fear, and UNCW softball is hard at work looking to win even more hardware.
Wilmington-made horror film “The Confession” heads to streaming platforms
A psychological horror film made in Wilmington is set to reach a global audience this week.
Sidewalks and safer roads take center stage in Wilmington’s long-term transportation plans
In Wilmington, pedestrian safety is a big priority for city planners as they manage growth and make important decisions on what the city will look like years down the road.
10th anniversary of the disappearance of Ebonee Spears
It has been 10 years since Ebonee Spears’ disappearance, and the community is still reaching out with support in hopes to find her.
‘Very discouraging;’ NC graduates rank among nation’s most pessimistic job seekers
A new study found young North Carolinians rank among the most downbeat about getting a job in 2026. A lot of that pessimism lies in worry over artificial intelligence and a rise in cost-of-living with low paying salaries.
More than 75 people gather in downtown Wilmington for vigil honoring Renee Good
The vigil comes just a few days after hundreds of people gathered for a protest against ICE on the steps of Thalian Hall last Saturday.
Iconic Cape Fear Memorial Bridge needs replacement, but funding falls short
For years, there have been conversations about the need to replace the aging Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
Burgaw seeks full control of occupancy tax amid tourism boom
Over the past few years, Burgaw has experienced a major boom in tourism and now the town’s mayor is wanting to take that revenue out of the county’s hands.
‘Absolutely preventable;’ New Pender County manager takes over after $650K scam
A new Pender County manager has taken over in the wake of a vendor fraud scheme that resulted in the loss of more than $650,000 in public funds.
Some Echo Farms resident voice concerns about variance request for proposed project
Plans filed for a small property at one of the entrances to the Echo Farms community are raising concerns for dozens of residents.
Massive 1st quarter propels West Brunswick to 74-36 win over Topsail
After dropping their first three, the West Brunswick boys got their first Carolina Coast Conference win at home Tuesday over Topsail 74-36.
Topsail picks up road win over West Brunswick 58-36
In the lone Carolina Coast girls basketball matchup on Tuesday, Topsail came out on top at West Brunswick 58-36.
Wilmington Housing Authority addresses rent increase policy
The Wilmington Housing Authority met Tuesday afternoon to clarify a new policy regarding rent increases.
Nearly 200K evictions filed in NC and 3K filed in NHCO in 2025: New Study
A new study from the North Carolina Housing Coalition found a major rise in evictions in 2025 compared to previous years. The report says there were almost 200,000 evictions filed in the state last year.