Wilson Center and CFCC introduce $25,000 scholarship
A new scholarship in honor of a local arts lover will be awarded from Cape Fear Community College to students interested in performing arts.
Wilmington real estate market struggling to keep up with demand
If you’re in the market to purchase a home, now might not be the right time. Limited supply is driving up home prices in the Cape Fear by tens of thousands of dollars.
Jeep crashes into three cars and two Greenville Loop Road homes: homeowners speak out
“I could see debris all down my hallway. I looked back here, and there was no wall, but there was a Jeep’s front end sitting in my bedroom.”
‘Open Mic Night’ to benefit PEP scholarship fund
Providing scholarships for graduating high school seniors is one of the goals of Pender Education Partnership, or PEP, which is a nonprofit group.
Carolina Beach fire fighters practice their skills with live fire training session
A live structure fire training session was held Saturday morning in Carolina Beach at a former church on North 8th Street.
New Hanover Regional Medical Center holds ‘Kids Day’ COVID vaccine event
New Hanover Regional Medical Center held a ‘Kids Day’ vaccination event Saturday to provide COVID-19 vaccines to children as young as 12 years old.
Topsail baseball uses fast start to take down New Hanover in Mideastern Conference play
The Topsail High School baseball team jumped out to the quick 4-0 lead on Friday night through four innings. The Pirates were able to use that quick start to pickup the 7-2 win over New Hanover in a key conference clash.
Two UNCW Softball players selected for All-Region team
UNCW junior catcher Jada Santiago and freshman infielder Tayler Vitola have been named to the All-Mid-Atlantic Region Third Team by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA).
Columbus County Sheriff’s Office has a new initiative targeting open-air drug markets
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office kick-started a new effort called “Operation Take Back Columbus”, to step up its fight against drugs.
Hotels see bookings skyrocket for Memorial Day weekend
As the mask restrictions loosen, many men and women are vacationing for the first time in over a year.
Local therapists to hold mental health awareness month event
May is mental health awareness month, and Saturday on group will use its resources to help the community.
Higher threat for rip currents along North Carolina beach this weekend
This weekend’s beautiful weather will mean packed beaches this weekend but there will also be an increased threat for rip current.
Poppy Day commemorated by American Legion Post 68 in Leland
Members of the American Legion Post 68 handed out poppies in Leland on Friday as a tribute to veterans.
Man dies in head-on crash with tractor trailer on US 421 in New Hanover County
A man died following a head-on crash with a tractor trailer on Highway 421 in New Hanover County.
Cracker Barrel’s Wilmington location adds alcohol to menu
The haven for all things “home cookin'” is about to up the ante in the restaurant world. Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores is now offering alcoholic drinks.
Trash truck damages Smith Creek Bridge; closed indefinitely
Smith Creek Bridge was damaged by a trash truck earlier Friday morning, police say.
Six student-athletes sign letters of intent at Ashley High School
Six student-athletes at Ashley High School are headed to the next level. The seniors signed their national letters of intent on Wednesday to continue their athletic and academic careers in college.
North Brunswick wrestling takes down Hoggard in MEC action
The North Brunswick High School wrestling team picked up four pins on Wednesday night on their way to the 50-24 dual win over Hoggard.
Southport homeowners speak out on proposed vacation rental restrictions
The City of Southport is considering new rules that could severely limit the ability to rent homes short-term, holding a public hearing during a Planning Board meeting Thursday night.
The Cape Fear region is expected to see an increase in travelers this summer
Travel and tourism is making a major comeback, after taking a major hit during the pandemic.
From golf greens to silver screens: Cape Fear coach “discovered”
Golfing with friends, you don’t expect to run into a movie crew. And you certainly don’t expect to get discovered. And yet, that’s exactly what happened at Ironclad Golfing to one basketball coach from the Cape Fear.
Farmers seeing recent hail storm’s impact on blueberry crop
This year’s blueberry season began with a devastating hail storm in the state.
NC woman on crutches after snake startles her while gardening
Heatherly Noble, from Mooresville, was on a ladder trimming bushes in her front yard when out of nowhere a black snake attacked her.
Longtime Laney High School Athletic Director Fred Lynch to be inducted into Hall of Fame
Laney High School Athletic Director Fred Lynch is being recognized for his years of hard work and dedication to the Buccaneers athletic program.