NEW DETAILS: Victims identified in deadly Shallotte house fire
At a news conference on Wednesday, Shallotte mayor Walter Eccard identified the two people that died in a deadly house fire.
UNCW extends MBB coach Siddle through 2030
The 38-year-old just finished his fifth season leading the Seahawks, which included a CAA championship and their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2017.
Wildfire in Columbus County 100 percent contained
A wildfire that burned more than 300 acres near Lake Waccamaw has been fully contained.
Feast Wilmington returns for a weekend of culinary delights
Foodies are in for a treat this weekend as Feast Wilmington returns for its second year, offering a multiple-day celebration of the city’s culinary scene. The festival, which takes place downtown, brings together local chefs, breweries, and distilleries for a variety of themed events.
Cape Fear Community College launches Natural Hair Care program
Cape Fear Community College is launching a new cosmetology program specifically a natural hair care specialist program.
Skate Barn reopens under new ownership just one month after surprise closing
In mid-February, the Skate Barn announced its closure after being open for nearly 30 years.
Pender County Schools discuss 3 tier bell schedule, name for new K-8 school
Under a three-tier bell schedule, elementary, middle, and high schools would start and end at staggered times.
NC Senate passes bill to remove permit requirement for concealed carry
The North Carolina Senate is moving a bill forward that would allow people to carry a concealed firearm without a permit.
NC State researcher finds high levels of PFAS along Cape Fear beaches
A researcher with NC State has found that sea foam on beaches in our area is contaminated with high levels of forever chemicals known as PFAS.
Pet Pals: Sweet and playful Boxer mix looking for forever home
Frankie is friendly and playful with a sweet disposition, and she gets along well with other dogs.
Wrightsville Beach Municipal Playground closed for renovations
The Wrightsville Beach Municipal Playground or Wrightsville Beach Park is now closed for renovations.
General Assembly bill could add 1% tax to restaurants in Southport
After the board of aldermen supported the bill last week, it now heads to the house for approval. If it’s passed, citizens would vote on the measure.
New Hanover County Commissioners hear from public regarding Smith Creek Park Preserve, watch presentation on Independence Blvd land use
Construction has begun on new paved trails, a new parking lot, and other facilities at the Preserve, which is an 82-acre tract of land located south of Smith Creek Park.
Southport leaders rally against deannexation bill introduced to NC House
The bills would deannex three parcels from the city of Southport and 11 parcels from the Town of Oak Island.
Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity wall blessing ceremony in Southport
Monday Habitat for Humanity held a wall blessing for the Ingram family in Southport.
Northside Co-op pauses construction of new grocery store
The decision to pause any further work arose due to the possible construction of a Publix grocery store near the same address.
Grassroots group holds town hall for Rep. Rouzer constituents
The “Where is Rouzer” town hall was held to allow constituents of the area Rouzer represents to take part in a town hall.
Trial underway for man charged in Wilmington murder
Jonathan Burgess is accused of killing 25-year-old Alexandra Faith Gillikin in the 700 block of Galley Lane in May 2022.
911 call released in Bladen County triple homicide investigation
Though the caller initially mentioned gunshots, the sheriff’s office later confirmed that the victims had multiple stab wounds.
17th annual National Missing Persons Conference this weekend
The CUE (Community United Effort) Center for Missing Persons is holding its 17th annual National Missing Persons conference in Wilmington this weekend.
Trump’s plan to dismantle Department of Education sparks local concerns and questions
President Donald Trump announced Friday that two key functions of the Department of Education in which he is seeking to dismantle will be moved to other agencies.
N.C. Forest Service issues statewide burn ban
Due to an increase in fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service issued a statewide burn ban for all open burning until further notice.
Colon cancer survivor shares her story during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
After surviving twice, Valerie Riege thought her battle with cancer was over. That was until doctors discovered a small polyp in her colon.
UNCW holds watch party for Seahawks NCAA 1st Round game
Hundreds of students gathered for a watch party at the Burney Center on campus.