Carolina Beach lifeguards seeking donations for national competition
The Carolina Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguard team has qualified for a national competition and they need some help to get there.
Portuguese man o’ war spotted in Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Ocean Rescue wants to remind the public what it means when you see a purple flag on the beach.
Airlie Gardens 9th annual art exhibit showcasing designs by local artists
Airlie Gardens is holding its 9th annual art exhibit, showcasing colorful owls designed by local artists.
Novant Health and NHRMC host a career fair to connect with job seekers
Novant Health and New Hanover Regional Medical Center hosting a career fair today in Wilmington, hoping to connect with job seekers.
10-year-old grandson and grandfather still recovering after deadly car crash
A grandmother is dead, a family is in mourning, and a little boy’s dream trip is in limbo. One family is speaking out after a deadly car crash in New Hanover County.
Atkinson group to host community event benefiting Safe Haven of Pender County
A recent domestic violence incident which claimed the life of a woman last month has spurred one Pender County community to action.
Ironclad Brewery, K Starr Coaching hosts workshop to #getwilmingtonbacktowork
A workshop held July 21 in Ironclad Brewery in Wilmington aimed to help business owners get and keep their good employees.
Mom to Mom: Road trip car hacks
Every mom knows keep your car clean and organized when you have young kids can be quite the challenge.
Parents, educators have questions about over Governor Cooper’s school mask guidance
“A mask at school, but a mask not at the mall. It just kind of sends the wrong message.”
Mask mandate to expire at the end of July
The current mask mandate requires face coverings at health facilities and on public transportation, and will expire at the end of the month.
Brunswick County Commissioners consider toll bridge proposal
Residents attending Wednesday’s Brunswick County Commission meeting had plenty of questions about a proposed toll bridge to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
Columbus County Sheriff’s Office to add patrol for the county’s East end
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office plan to add additional patrol and services in the east end of the county is officially underway.
More than 100 people come out for City of Wilmington Career Fair
More than one hundred people showed up at the largest career fair ever hosted by the City of Wilmington on Wednesday.
Leland Dixie Youth Ponytails state champs fundraising for World Series trip
“We put blood sweat and tears in to this… this team is all I do outside of school and home so like it’s really important and I’m really excited about it,” said right fielder Abby Rigas.
Wilmington Fire Department trains first junior firefighters
Wilmington Fire Department held its first Jr. Fire Academy this week, aimed at training and teaching high schoolers like firefighters and hopefully inspiring some to don the helmet after graduation.
County officials call 2021 one of the strangest mosquito seasons to date
If you feel like you are getting eaten up with mosquitoes, New Hanover County officials say you could be in the minority.
Has the delta variant made its way to the Cape Fear? Officials say it’s likely
Health officials in New Hanover County are keeping an eye on the COVID-19 cases as numbers are creeping up yet again.
Leland VFW Post 12196 to host Korean War Veterans’ breakfast
VFW Post 12196 in Leland, NC will honor veterans of “The Forgotten War”, the Korean War, at a special breakfast at 8 a.m. July 27 at Leland Cultural Arts Center.
Pet Pals: 5-year-old Labrador Mix is looking for a new home
This week’s Pet Pal is a 5-year-old Labrador mix named Daisy.
Mayor Saffo: No free concerts for council members
Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo is pushing back against a proposal for the new Live Oak Bank Pavilion that could allow city council to get free VIP tickets to shows.
Leland wealth advisor talks stock market drop, COVID-19
The stock market took a hit on Monday, with some experts blaming a recent increase in COVID-19 cases.
City of Wilmington considers pay incentives to fill job openings
If you’re looking for work, you could get an extra $1,000 to apply to the City of Wilmington.
Councilman pushes for end to gun violence program
Wilmington City Councilman, Clifford Barnett sounded off on gun violence at Monday morning’s agenda briefing, promoting a program he thinks could better Wilmington.
City of Wilmington works to make popular road safer
City of Wilmington staff updated City Council on Greenville Loop Road’s new safety modifications in Monday’s agenda briefing.