The Cape Fear experiences a high earning Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is statistically one of the highest spending holidays for candy, flowers, and wine.
And here in the Cape Fear, local businesses are still experiencing strong holiday sales.
Volunteers deliver more than 800 Valentine’s Day meals
People often volunteer during the holidays or after a disaster, but the under-served members of our community need help all year long.
The Children’s Museum of Wilmington hosts an ‘All You Need Is Love’ Valentine’s craft event
The Children’s Museum of Wilmington held an ‘All You Need Is Love’ event today, with Valentine’s Day themed crafts.
Full Court Press: February 12, 2021
There’s just one week left to go in the high school basketball regular season. Teams across the Cape Fear hit the hardwood on Friday night trying to keep their playoff hopes alive. Sports Director Tanner Barth brings you all the highlights and final scores on the Full Court Press.
Cameron Art Museum in need of funding after pandemic impacts
The pandemic has impacted the Cameron Art Museum’s funding over the past year, with over 300,000 dollars estimated to have been lost due to COVID.
Cameron Art Museum adds ‘The Face of Lincoln’ exhibit
Today marks the 212th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday on February 12, 1809. The Cameron Art Museum has a new Lincoln exhibit on display to mark the occasion.
Woman charged with murder in 2017 child death
Quanisha Jesha Fennell was arrested last night and charged with Second Degree Murder and Felony Child Abuse.
Volunteers donate dozens of PPE packages to staff at Laney High School
A group of local volunteers donated bags of PPE to teachers and staff at Laney High School Friday morning.
Carolina Beach Elementary teacher named NHCS’ Rookie of the Year
New Hanover County Schools, in collaboration with the Wilmington Rotary Club, held the annual Rookie of the Year celebration on Friday.
Strong first half leads Laney boys soccer past North Brunswick
The Laney boys soccer scored three goals in a matter of five minutes on Thursday night to knock off Mideastern Conference foe North Brunswick, 6-0.
Cape Fear Academy standout signs national letter of intent for lacrosse
One local high school senior experienced a moment he will never forget on Wednesday. Matthew Ezzell, a student at Cape Fear Academy, signed his national letter of intent to play lacrosse at Washington and Lee University.
Ashley High School standout Saniya Rivers named finalists for Naismith Trophy
Saniya Rivers is one of the top high school basketball players in the country and now she’s getting recognized for her play on a national level.
Retirement community helps to vaccinate residents and staff members
This afternoon, two buses shuttled more than 40 nursing home residents to New Hanover Health Department.
There, residents of the Woods at Holly Tree disembarked, becoming one of the first retirement communities to vaccinate all volunteering men and women over the age of 65.
Educators react to New Hanover County School’s move to Plan A
The same day Governor Cooper announced school staff will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine, New Hanover County voted to bring elementary school students back in-person full-time.
Driver who plunged off Wisconsin ramp thankful to be alive
A driver who survived when his pickup truck plunged about 70 feet off a slippery interchange exit ramp in Wisconsin says he feels thankful to be alive.
East Bladen boys soccer team cancels workouts, matches due to COVID-19
The East Bladen boys soccer team has canceled workouts and matches through February 22 due to COVID-19 issues.
‘Charcuterie Carol’: Wilmington woman creates sweet and savory snack boards
For those of you who want something out-of-the-box this Valentine’s Day, try looking inside the box for a new gift idea sure to make your sweetie say, “Cheese!”
New Hanover County Schools to transition to Plan A for Pre-K through Grade 5
At Wednesday night’s Special Meeting of the New Hanover County Board of Education, Board members voted to transition students in grades pre-K through 5 to Plan A on Monday, March 8, 2021.
Resident says I-140 connector construction causing drainage concerns
The I-140 connector to Market Street runs straight through the Courtney Pines neighborhood in Ogden.
Smithfield Foods feeds 500 first responders and healthcare workers
Life is rarely a picnic for first responders, but on Wednesday a local restaurant provided one for them.
Pender County Sheriff’s Office starts Citizen’s Academy
Have you ever wanted to know what the day-to-day is like for a police officer? Well, in Pender County, now you can.
Skateboarding science teacher recognized as ‘Teacher of the Week’
The ability to flow confidently on a skateboard is no easy task. Like any other skill, it requires lots of patience and dedication.
Mom to Mom: Family Valentines Day traditions
Valentines Day is just days away and while the holiday is really for couples it is also great to spend it with family.
Pet Pals: 6-year-old female lab mix is looking for a new home
A 6-year-old Lab Mix is looking for her perfect forever home.