High schoolers find their way through the College Maze
Applying to college, filling out financial aid forms and trying to plan a career path can be scary for middle and high schoolers to think about.
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COOKIN' WITH CAPE FEAR: Seared Salmon
Salmon always makes a great option for dinner, but what's a good way to serve it up? Pat Green, a student chef at Cape Fear Community College's Culinary Technology Program, shows us how to sear some up to perfection.
Governor proposes free community college promise
Getting an associate's degree may soon become a little easier to afford. In last night's State of the State address, Gov. Bev Perdue proposed a "Career and College Promise" that guarantees a free community college education to some North Carolina students.
The state steps in to help protect the safety of community college students
The North Carolina Community College board is giving schools the thumbs up to discuss ways to refuse admission to students they consider a threat.
Cape Fear Fair & Expo opens Thursday
The Cape Fear Fair & Expo starts tomorrow at the Wilmington International Airport, also known as the "Fairport!"
Cape Fear Fair & Expo ticket sales to benefit CFCC scholarships
Ferris wheels, cotton candy and scholarships. Going to the Cape Fear Fair & Expo will help Cape Fear Community College students get a free ride to college.
Italy comes to Cape Fear
People from all over the Cape Fear region got a taste of Italy at the second annual Cape Fear Italian Festival. Proceeds from the event support students at Brunswick Community College and Step up for Soldiers.
An exclusive sneak peek at this weekend's Cape Fear Italian Festival
Last year Mother Nature tried her best to rain out the first ever Cape Fear Italian Festival. Still thousands visited Leland's tribute to delicious food and great culture. This year, the festival is back and even bigger and better.
Report Card: CFCC ranks high among state's community colleges
Cape Fear Community College recently earned an impressive "8 out of 8" score on its annual report card from North Carolina. According to the 2010 Critical Success Factors Report published by the N.C. Community College System, CFCC met all eight of the indicators.
Early college high school grads get jump start on future
It's not every day a student has her high school diploma and college degree by the age of 18. Alexandra Lyons started Pender Early College High School at the age of 15. The program gives high school students the chance to pursue an associate degree from cape fear community college.
CFCC expects big numbers at college info session
At Cape Fear Community College's annual information night, more than 200 students picked up pamphlets about classes and financial aid.
Colleges respond to President's challenges
With so jobs at a premium, higher education is more important than ever. But many Americans are trying to figure out how to pay for college. In last night's State of the Union, President Obama put an emphasis on bringing those costs down.
Azalea Festival Garden Tour gives back to community
The Azalea Festival Garden Tour is about more than showing off beautiful lawns and gardens in our area. It is also a way to give back to the community.
Illegal immigrants allowed to enroll at NC community colleges
It is a hot topic that has received much attention in recent years, but a ruling Friday morning by the State Board of Community Colleges will make way for undocumented immigrants to attend school beginning this April.
Community colleges could lift ban on illegal immigrants
As the school year begins, North Carolina community colleges have record enrollment numbers. A proposed policy change could mean the classrooms will get even more crowded in the near future.
Community college challenges as enrollments increase
A college degree may help you get a stable job in our area these days. That is why students are coming out in droves to register early for classes at area community colleges. That is creating some challenges.
Saving historic buildings in the Cape Fear region
From the north end of the central business district in downtown Wilmington to former Topsail High School in Hampstead, the list of the 2009 Most Threatened Historic Places is full of historic building all around us.
Cape Fear Commutes 2035 gathering input for traffic plan
A series of open houses has begun throughout the region to gather input on the Cape Fear Commutes 2035 traffic plan. The north campus of Cape Fear Community College hosted Monday night's open house.
Cape Fear Books and Supply back in business
Times may be tough on Market Street, but one downtown Wilmington store is back in business.
Cape Fear Book and Supply closes doors
A downtown Wilmington business has shut its doors. Cape Fear Book and Supply on Front Street said it can't keep up with prices.
Challenges high school seniors face with college finances
Along with wondering if they are going to get into their first choice school, many high school seniors also face the question of how to pay for their higher education.
Pender Early College students are teaching Spanish to Burgaw Police
Some young teachers in Pender County are trying to break the language barriers law enforcement officers sometimes face.
CFCC's credit card system was breached; college is warning students and teachers
Cape Fear Community College is warning students and staff to double check their credit card statements.
Spring enrollment is up at local community colleges
It looks like some of the people who are out of work may be honing their skills at community college.