Whiteville native makes it to American Idol
A born and bred Columbus County man will soon be on TV screens across the nation.
Church takes communion from the pulpit to the parking lot
Port City Community Church held a drive thru communion Friday, hoping to reach out to church members who still feel unsafe coming to in-person services.
Bars gaining business after loosened COVID-19 restrictions
Just one week after Governor Cooper loosened Coronavirus restrictions, local bars are seeing a major change.
New Hanover County elementary students looking forward to full-time in the classroom
Many children enjoyed the sunshine on Friday at Long Leaf Park before heading back to the classroom full time on Monday.
Wilmington Health and Humana partner to distribute free over-the-counter medication
A mobile pharmacy event was held today at the Navassa Community Center, distributing over-the-counter medications.
Planning Board approves affordable housing rezoning, proposal now goes to commissioners
An affordable housing development could soon be coming to New Hanover County after a rezoning request was approved Thursday night by the Planning Board.
CFCC Political Science professor talks COVID-19 relief bill process
Many Americans are one step closer to receiving stimulus checks, as the senate debates a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package.
Obusek’s career night not enough as UNCW Women’s Basketball falls to Towson
Redshirt senior guard Kionna Jeter scored 21 of her game-high 30 points in the second half as Towson pulled away from UNCW to secure a 77-66 victory over the Seahawks in Colonial Athletic Association women’s basketball action at Trask Coliseum on Thursday evening.
UNCW Baseball takes wild game one against Cincinnati
Every starter had at least one hit as UNCW opened an early lead and continued to tack on runs in a 14-10 win over Cincinnati on Thursday at Brooks Field.
Pender boys soccer team pausing activity due to COVID exposure, ending season
Due to an exposure to a COVID-positive person, the Pender High School boys soccer team is pausing all team activities and canceling its regular-season finale on March 8.
NHCS still in need of nearly 200 substitute teachers
New Hanover County Schools has a shortage of substitute teachers.
West Brunswick High’s JROTC instructor named North Carolina School Hero
The success of the JROTC program at West Brunswick High School in Shallotte rests on the shoulders of its leader, retired 82nd Airborne Ranger Jeff Clendenin.
Brunswick Community College completes comeback against rival Cape Fear CC
Cape Fear Community College held a double-digit lead midway through the first quarter on Wednesday night, but it was the Brunswick Community College Dolphins battling back to pickup the win, 79-75.
NC Rural Coalition Fighting COVID-19 holds weekly webinar on vaccines
The North Carolina Rural Coalition Fighting COVID-19 held a virtual seminar on vaccines.
UNCW Men’s Soccer remains unbeaten after shutting out Campbell
Sophomore midfielder Colton Pleasants and senior forward Jacob Evans each scored a goal as No. 20 UNCW remained unbeaten with a 2-0 victory over Campbell in non-conference men’s soccer action at the UNCW Soccer Stadium on Wednesday evening.
Family members remember Mint Greene, killed by alleged drunk driver in Brunswick County
A man who was killed by an alleged drunk driver over the weekend is being remembered by his family.
Multiple people call 911 from inside Wilmington bowling alley during shooting
Several people called 911 from inside and outside Ten Pin Alley Friday night during a shooting.
‘I just remember hearing shot after shot:’ Ten Pin Alley shooting witness talks about frightening moments
The investigation continues into shots fired at a Wilmington bowling alley Friday night. And Wednesday, one anonymous witness spoke out about her terrifying experience.
Wilmington-based Bitty and Beau’s Coffee expands to two more states
Bitty and Beau’s Coffee Shop has recently announced two more locations — Bethlehem, PA and Auburn, AL.
Can you choose which COVID-19 vaccine you get? And other questions answered
Though vaccinations have been underway for a few months now, many still have questions about the process and the vaccines themselves.
Wilmington adds ‘First WWII Heritage City’ to welcome signs
In Wilmington, you might notice a change on the welcome signs.
Myrtle Beach foundation in need of donations for upcoming Costa Rica surf trip
A Horry County organization has been helping area kids get into surfing for years.
‘Teacher of the Week’ helping English language learners succeed
Elementary students enrolled in New Hanover County Schools return to full-time, in-person learning on Monday.
Man catches 9 1/2 foot bluefin tuna off NC coast
A Virginia man has reeled in a 9½ foot bluefin tuna off the coast of North Carolina.