Nerves high as parents send kids back to school after shooting
As anxious students returned to campus Wednesday, many questions were still left unanswered. Security measures were high, and parents’ nerves were even higher.
Cougar defense propels South Brunswick to Team of the Week
The Cougars are 2-0 and have given up 0 points in 8 quarters
Local hospitals and health departments see a spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations
Local hospitals and county health departments are feeling the impact of rising COVID cases. One area hospital now rearranging its treatment spaces and protocols due to the increasing number of COVID-19 hospitalizations.
New Hanover County rolls out mortgage assistance program
With the end of federal mortgage assistance, New Hanover County is rolling out a program helping Cape Fear homeowners impacted by COVID.
CDC advises against Labor Day Weekend travel if you are unvaccinated
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising against traveling for Labor Day Weekend if you are not vaccinated and New Hanover County health officials are recommending travelers take safety precautions.
Mom to Mom: Tips to make moving easier
One thing we can all agree on moving from one home to another is anything but a walk in the park.
School safety protocols discussed as students prepare to return to NHHS after shooting
Students at New Hanover High School are set to return to the building on Wednesday following a shooting on Monday, and the district is discussing safety protocols.
Hoggard sweeps West Brunswick to open MEC volleyball play
The Vikings were on a roll Tuesday night against the Trojans.
Residents say ‘neglected’ pond owned by City of Wilmington poses hazards
Lack of maintenance on a pond has left it looking more like a weed bed than a body of water.
Students call into shooting mental health hotline, worried to return to school
New Hanover County set up a mental health helpline in response to Monday’s shooting. Since then, they’ve received countless calls from both parents and students.
New Hanover Co. mask rule approved after heated public meeting
The New Hanover County Health and Human Services Board voted unanimously to approve a health rule requiring face-coverings in all indoor public buildings after a heated public meeting on Tuesday morning.
Wilmington non-profit collecting donations for Afghan refugees
A Wilmington-based non-profit is collecting items for Afghan refugees at a locally owned business in Wrightsville Beach on Tuesday.
Local IHOP restaurant pays tribute to service members killed in Kabul Airport attack
The IHOP on Carolina Beach Road in New Hanover County is paying tribute to the fallen troops with a reserved table.
Bladen County group plans to host 2nd Annual Unity Fest
A Bladen County group plans to host the 2nd Annual Unity Fest this weekend in Bladenboro.
Pet Pals: 3-year-old domestic short-hair cat is in need of a new home
This week’s Pet Pal is a 3-year-old domestic short-hair cat.
Teen arrested after student shot, injured at New Hanover High School
Several law enforcement officers have been called to New Hanover High School.
New Hanover County Schools Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust discusses school shooting
In response to Monday’s school shooting, New Hanover County Schools superintendent Dr. Charles Foust held a press conference late this afternoon.
Confusion and chaos as NHCS parents rush to find their kids
Parents rushed to find their children after a New Hanover High School shooting caused confusion and chaos Monday.
Compass Pointe neighborhood holding golf tournament on 9/11 to raise money for fallen veterans
The Compass Pointe subdivision is holding a tournament on September 11th to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and raise money for a worthy cause helping fallen veterans.
Cape Fear Red Cross volunteers travel to help Hurricane Ida victims
Volunteers from the Cape Fear Red Cross are making their way to Alabama, helping victims after Hurricane Ida.
Local American Red Cross volunteers deploy to Louisiana to help Hurricane Ida victims
As Hurricane Ida strikes Louisiana, the American Red Cross of the Cape Fear is jumping into action, to aid in disaster relief for states along the Gulf Coast.
People grab their yoga mats to do goat yoga in Wilmington
Today, more than a dozen people grabbed their yoga mats and got together to find their Zen with goats.
Leland Cultural Arts Center showcases classes for kids and adults at its annual open house
Today, dozens of people visited the Leland Cultural Arts Center for its open house, showcasing classes, demos, and kid activities.
‘We should have been able to be there with my dad’, local woman protests NHRMC/Novant Health’s visitation restrictions
Today, a group of people gathered on the sidewalk in front of New Hanover Reginal Medical Center, protesting the hospital’s visitation restrictions.