Parchies Barbeque closing its doors after over 35 years in Wilmington
A popular Wilmington Barbeque destination for the past three decades is officially closing its doors for the final time two weeks from today.
Car washes remain a popular destination this pollen season
If you’ve been struggling over the past several months to keep your car pollen free you’re not alone.
Key hitting leads Topsail Softball past Laney in Mideastern Conference clash
Topsail softball scored four runs in the 5th inning on Tuesday night to take a key game against Laney in Mideastern Conference play, 6-3.
Gun shop owner reacts to President Biden’s gun control announcement
A Cape Fear gun shop owner is reacting to President Biden’s executive order on gun control.
Walter Shaw named Region X Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year
Brunswick Community College men’s basketball coach Walter Shaw is receiving for his work on and off the hardwood. Today, it was announced the longtime Dolphins head coach was selected as the D1 Region X Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year.
Brunswick County residents remember deputy who died from COVID-19
Thursday marked a somber gathering in Brunswick County.
Shallotte movie theater transformed into vaccination site
Shallotte has turned an abandoned building into a vaccination site.
Common side effects you may experience following your COVID-19 vaccine
If you get a COVID-19 vaccine and feel a little under the weather after receiving the shot, local health officials say it’s a sign your vaccine might be working.
Llamas, cows, goats, oh my! Bolivia farm now offering animal cuddling, llama family portraits
The pandemic has left us all with a shortage of handshakes, hugs, and affection, but Greenlands Farm and Helpers of Our Farm are working to fill the gap.
Virtual career fair recruits workers from the Cape Fear
NCWorks is holding a virtual career fair for job seekers Friday, April 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Five killed, including two children, in South Carolina mass shooting
Officers said a doctor, his wife and two grandchildren were found dead inside the home with gunshot wounds. Another man was found dead outside of the home.
Several fundraising events organized to help Carolina Beach fire victims
Less than one week after a massive fire destroyed a dozen condominiums in Carolina Beach, several fundraisers are underway to help those injured and displaced.
Stellar pitching leads UNCW Softball past East Carolina
Juniors Janel Gamache and Logan Bjorson combined to author a six-hit shutout as UNCW earned a 1-0 victory over East Carolina in non-conference softball action at Boseman Field on Wednesday evening.
Carolina Beach Fire Department offers fire safety tips following Paradise Cove fire
Carolina Beach Fire Chief, Alan Griffin, offers fire safety tips, advising everyone to map out several evacuation routes where you live in case of a fire.
Newly coronated Queen Azalea tours the Cape Fear
Many area businesses and locals were in the presence of royalty, as our Queen Azalea, Victoria Huggins went on tour. The unique coronation ceremony took her across the Cape Fear.
Belle dressmaker speaks on Azalea tradition
This week marks Wilmington’s 74th annual Azalea Festival. This will be the first Azalea Festival, however, without the Azalea Belles.
Southport road construction delayed, expected to be completed by end of summer
The main strip in the seaside city of Southport has been under construction since late December and due to various bumps in the road, the work will continue throughout the middle of summer.
Truck rollover causes traffic slowdown on Carolina Beach Road
If you were driving to Carolina Beach Road Wednesday afternoon, you probably noticed a slowdown in traffic due to a rollover accident.
‘Teacher of the Week’ brings poetry and other lessons to life for third graders
Third graders in Madeira Billingsley’s class at Mary C. Williams Elementary School are learning about poems.
Mom to Mom: Exercise when you get the urge to snack
A new trend in children’s fitness is taking shape by having them take small bites out of activity, all day long.
Brunswick CC & Cape Fear CC men’s basketball open up Region X tournament play
The Cape Fear Community College and Brunswick Community College men’s basketball teams both opened the postseason on Tuesday night hosting game with the Region X Tournament.
Oak Island residents speak out against beach nourishment fee proposal
Oak Island residents could soon have to pay a monthly fee to fund a $40 million beach nourishment project, and residents are speaking out against the current proposal.
New Hanover County beach towns in need of lifeguards for upcoming season
As summer approaches and the beaches get busier, area beach towns are getting ready by hosting annual lifeguard tryouts.
Azalea Festival Juried Art Show showcasing dozens of talented local artists
The Azalea Festival Juried art show was forced to be held virtually last year due to COVID. But the show is back this week in person and better than ever.