7th inning surge leads North Brunswick over Hoggard 4-2
A tied game was broken up late as North Brunswick softball came away with a 4-2 road win over Hoggard Tuesday.
Topsail Beach residents, commissioners remain split over public safety building
While most agree the town needs to update its fire and police stations, not everyone agrees on how far leaders should go after the town received an $8 million grant from the General Assembly.
New Hanover County seventh graders learn about career paths in the field
Dozens of seventh graders in New Hanover County got a first-hand look at jobs in four important fields.
Changes to parking in Sunset Beach not receiving warm reception
The town’s new payment system is similar to ones in place at other beach towns, where drivers can scan a QR code with their phone or go to a website to pay to park.
US MgO to build $5M manufacturing facility in Brunswick County, creating 35 Jobs
US MgO is set to invest $5 million in a new manufacturing facility in Brunswick County, bringing at least 35 new jobs to the area, company and county officials announced this week.
Pet Pals: Smart and loyal Lab mix looking for forever home
Marley is very loyal to her human friends and will always be by your side.
WCA takes down Wilson Christian 3-1
Wilmington Christian Academy girls soccer picked up a 3-1 home win over Wilson Christian Academy on Monday.
Hoggard boys tennis sweeps Topsail
The Hoggard boys tennis team remains undefeated in Mideastern play after a 9-0 win over Topsail.
New bilingual preschool coming soon to Oak Island
Escuela Del Sol, a language and learning center in Oak Island, will soon offer classes for preschool-aged children between 2 and 5 years old.
Success for 78th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival as attendance soars
The 78th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival saw an increase in attendance this year most likely due to the warm weather.
Two dead, one hospitalized after shooting in Castle Hayne
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Monday morning off Bowman Drive in Castle Hayne.
Two bills filed in NC House and Senate to hold PFAS polluters accountable
Both bills target polluters that dump a class of forever chemicals known as PFAS into waterways.
NHC Master Gardener Plant Sale set for April 10th through 13th
The Master Gardener Volunteer Association’s 38th annual plant sale will be held from April 10-13 at the New Hanover County Arboretum and N.C. Cooperative Extension.
South Brunswick shuts out Hoggard, Davis records 16 K’s
The game was 1-0 after the 1st inning, and it turned into a pitchers duel for a while.
New Hanover County robotics team preparing to slice through the competition
Built in less than 2 months, Gill-a-teen has helped carry the Wired Wizards, a New Hanover County-based First Robotics Competition team into the state championship.
20 homes in Carolina Beach to receive FEMA assistance for home elevation
Over the next few years, 20 homes in Carolina beach located in flood prone areas will be elevated to reduce the risk of future damage.
Britt’s Donut Shop opens for summer season
Britt’s Donut Shop at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk first opened in 1939. The small shop has been in continuous business almost as long as the town itself.
Wilmington’s 72nd Azalea Garden Tour opens
Queen Azalea, Bethany Joy Lenz cut the ribbon, officially marking the start of the self-guided garden tours, a tradition that began in 1953.
Old City Hall in Southport could soon house city government offices
The recommendation will go before the Southport Board of Aldermen for final approval at their meeting on Thursday, April 10th, at 6:30 p.m.
Colorado State University predicts above-average 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Hurricane season is around the corner and Thursday Colorado State University or CSU released their first forecast for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Extra security in place as thousands attend 78th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival
The 78th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival is underway and with thousands of people here for this weekend’s events, there will also be an increase in security.
UNCW’s Siddle talks 2024-25 season, extension & Jaylen Sims
“Historic” is the work UNCW men’s basketball coach Takayo Siddle used to describe this most reason season.
Avelo Airlines opens base of operations at ILM
Avelo Airlines announced it’s opening a base of operations at ILM.
Former Battleship North Carolina employee files lawsuit
The 18-page lawsuit contends that Martin asked Vargo to falsify time records for weeks when Martin was not working on site at the Battleship.