Former ‘Causeway Cafe’ owner’s wife helping to raise money for Wrightsville Beach Museum
The wife of the former ‘Causeway Cafe’ owner, Dave Monaghan, who passed away in 2020, is helping to raise money for the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History. .
Project Grace designs released, public input wanted
On Monday, designs for New Hanover County’s Project Grace were presented to county commissioners.
Construction for long-awaited Hampstead Bypass should began in coming months
A project more than 10 years in the making will soon break ground, relieving Hampstead traffic that can back up for miles.
Driver cited after hitting pedestrian in Kure Beach
A pedestrian was hit by a car in Kure Beach over the weekend, police say.
Northwest police chief retires, town searching for replacement
In Brunswick County, a man who served the community for more than two decades has officially retired.
Dozens of local vendors participate in an open-air market held in the Cargo District
Today, dozens of local vendors gathered in the Cargo District for an open-air market in a day-long event called “POPtoberfest”.
New Hanover County Arboretum holds an event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Today, many people visited the New Hanover County Arboretum to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Record turnout & payout for the 43rd annual US Open King Mackerel Tournament
The results are in! The winning fish at the 43rd annual US Open King Mackerel tournament was caught by Captain Cameron Yow and his crew on their boat ‘Bare Necessities’ from Kannapolis, NC.
Waterline Brewing Company hosts its 6th annual Oktoberfest event
, Waterline Brewing Company’s 6th Annual Oktoberfest Under The Bridge was held today, with some attendees donning their lederhosen for the annual event.
Dozens of local kids participate in a tennis clinic held by former USTA President Katrina Adams
Today, local kids ages 7 to 18 got a lesson on the tennis courts from a former professional tennis player and tennis executive, at the One Love Tennis historic home court.
Wrightsville Beach hosts 27th annual ‘Bark in the Park’
Dogs of all shapes and sizes made their way to Wrightsville Beach Park today, participating in the 27th annual ‘Bark in the Park’.
Belville sees record turnout for their first Fall Festival since 2019
For the first time in two years, Belville hosted its popular Fall Festival today at the Brunswick Riverwalk.
“No justice for Justice”: Mother of a North Carolina marine killed by driver speaks out
On June 28th, Tia Jones received word from a trooper that her daughter, First Lieutenant Justice Stewart, had been hit and killed by a driver while she was jogging the night before.
5th Quarter October 1, 2021
October is here, and that means playoff implications are on the line.
Don’t try this at home: Wildlife officer weighs in on Florida man catching alligator with a trashcan
A video of a Florida man catching and releasing an alligator using a trashcan is going viral, but local wildlife experts say it’s not just dangerous, it’s illegal.
ILM unveils new artwork as part of expansion
The Wilmington International Airport unveiled a part of it’s expansion Friday. It’s a piece of art to welcome visitors designed by local artist Paul Hill.
Local distilleries can now sell liquor Sundays
This week, ABC stores are still prohibited from selling liquor on Sundays in North Carolina, but distilleries like the new Four Hounds Distilling in Carolina Beach can.
Pender County teachers take on additional roles as district feels strain from staff shortage
Pender County Schools struggled with staff shortage before the coronavirus pandemic and now it has only gotten worse. Some teachers are having to step into new roles to fill the empty positions.
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.
Wilmington country music fans react to Live Nation vaccine mandate
On Monday, Live Nation will implement a new policy requiring all concertgoers be vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test.
New FEMA plan changes flood insurance rates impacting policyholders in the Cape Fear Region
FEMA is making changes that will impact flood insurance rates across the country, including the Cape Fear Region, which is no stranger to flooding.
UPWA Fright Night 2021 brings women wrestlers to Wilmington
The United Pro Wrestling Association is kicking off October with Fright Night 2021. It is the 14th Annual John J. Iradi Memorial Tag Team Tournament on Saturday in Wilmington.
Arboretum hosts Hispanic and Latino festival Oct. 3
Visitors to the Hispanic and Latino cultural event at the New Hanover County Arboretum will enjoy food trucks, music and other entertainment, children’s games, a scavenger hunt and even a pop-up Covid 19 vaccine clinic.
Public hearing on legislative and congressional redistricting held at UNCW
A public hearing was held Wednesday evening at UNCW regarding legislative and congressional redistricting, a process which will impact future elections in our state.