Local seniors enjoy annual day at the beach
Several local senior citizens recently enjoyed a day at the beach.
Columbus County Sheriff’s Office investigating Riegelwood homicide
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide in Riegelwood.
U.S. Marine Corps identify bodies found Sunday at Hampstead gas station
The U.S. Marine Corps has released the names of three Marines found inside a car Sunday at a gas station in Hampstead.
Pet Pals: This week’s Pet Pal is a 9-year old old hound looking for a forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is a 9-year old old hound.
Sen. Tillis hosts roundtable on school safety, mental health in New Hanover County
Senator Thom Tillis paid a visit to the Port City on Monday to talk about school safety and mental health in adolescents.
Leland mourning the loss of community man Ezra Dale
We’re learning more about the death of a man who was considered extremely instrumental in the town of Leland’s early growth and development.
Wilmington teen accused of murder appears in court, rejects plea deal
Damon Stackhouse, currently charged with first degree murder for discharging a firearm into occupied dwelling and possession of stolen firearm back in September of 2022, was present for a hearing in New Hanover County this afternoon.
City of Wilmington, CFPUA, investigating possible sinkhole downtown
The city of Wilmington responded to a sinkhole at the intersection of Orange and 2nd Street late yesterday afternoon.
Annual ‘Shine Your Light’ Talent Show showcases boys and girls with developmental disabilities
Shine Your Light is an opportunity for people with disabilities to dress up and showcase their unique gifts and talents.
House of Pickleball celebrates facility expansion
The weekend "HOPalooza" featured food, raffles and a ribbon cutting for new pickleball courts
As Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country, the House of Pickleball in Leland is keeping up.
‘Ken and Barbie’ show up for “Barbie” movie at The Pointe 14
The much anticipated “Barbie” movie has finally arrived in theatres and some people who showed up to watch it in Wilmington were in for a big surprise. Dozens of fans showed up for the daytime screenings of the movie and they met a real life “Ken and Barbie” at The Pointe Fourteen movie theatre.
New ‘WisTL’ app for film fanatics worldwide
Have you ever heard of “wisTLing?” It’s a term trademarked by a single mom, who also labels herself an inventor.
Williston Middle students graduate from CFCC’S “Career Academy”
Williston Middle School students were given the chance for two weeks to experience some of the hands-on careers that Cape Fear Community College offers.
Oak Island seeing a new shopping center
As the building boom continues in southern Brunswick County, developers are moving ahead with a new shopping center in Oak Island.
Wilmington Fire Department keeping child passengers safe, one car seat at a time
The Wilmington Fire Department wants to remind drivers to make sure their child car seats are properly installed.
YWCA teaches kids civil responsibility through mock voting exercise
The YWCA of the Lower Cape Fear is teaching kids the importance of voting.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of July 21-23
Even though it has been feeling like triple-digits outside, there are plenty of cool events taking place around the Cape Fear.
The Good Shepherd Center is helping the homeless stay cool and hydrated in the heat
There’s been a heat wave across the Cape Fear and for some, there’s no way to get out of it. The Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington is a place homeless people are going to help beat the heat.
Operation Pretty Things supplying middle school girls with care packages
One non-profit organization equipping middle school girls with products and information on intimate partner violence.
ER visits for heat-related illnesses increasing
According to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, the number of patients being treated for heat-related illnesses or injuries keeps increasing every day.
2nd Annual Reggae Ball 7/23/23 to benefit “Keep Your Hands Off Me”
Event also celebrates the 30+ year career of a woman who's hosted reggae music shows at 5 radio stations.
Fans and friends of Kimberly McLouglin-Smith will celebrate her 30-year career in reggae radio at a fundraising ball Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Ironclad Brewery in Wilmington, NC.
NCDOT completing project near the Isabel Holmes Bridge
According to the NCDOT, the work is part of an old project to upgrade two miles of US 421
Wilmington city council approves bonds for Starway Village affordable housing project
The Starway Village project will build 278 affordable housing apartments on the site of the Starway Flea Market on Carolina Beach Road.
“The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge is our number one priority in this region:” NCDOT and local officials speak about replacing the aging bridge
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge has been in service since 1969, with thousands of vehicles crossing it every day. After more than a half century of use, the inevitable is approaching.