Politics, baseball and not much sleep
If I seem a little sluggish on-air lately, I have an explanation. You see, the last few weeks have been the perfect storm.
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A look at the local business climate
It's no secret that recent economic woes have lead to layoffs, both here locally and around the country. There is another side to the story because companies are hiring despite the slowing times.
Carolinas Cement discuss issues of employment and environment
Carolinas Cement held its second public workshop Tuesday night to answer questions about the proposed Castle Hayne plant. Although there were several information tables, most attention seemed to be focused on the environment and employment.
Riverfest kicks off this Friday
Mark your calendars; it is that time of year again. Riverfest begins this Friday, October 3, 2008.
Motorcycle safety concerns
Lately our area has seen its fair share of motorcycle accidents, several of them being deadly.
Perdue to miss southeastern NC debate
Bev Perdue is hiding. That is what her Republican opponent in the governor's race said about her decision to skip a debate in southeastern North Carolina for the second time this fall.
Titan Cement Forum
The proposed Titan Americas cement plant can certainly draw a crowd.
Tuesday the League of Women Voters and the Council of Neighborhood Associations held a public forum on the project.
The forum at the New Hanover County library near Mayfair was packed full of residents worried about Titan Americas impact on the environment.
CFCC closer to opening Pender campus
Residents of eastern Pender County will soon have easier access to college classes.
Importance of internships in finding jobs
A lot of reports out lately have highlighted just how tough it can be to find a job.
This is proving especially true among recent graduates.
53 year old Wilmington man finally reads
For adults who can't read, the world can be more challenging, but a local man found help in a Wilmington organization - that taught him how to read after being illiterate for nearly 50 years.
No tax increase for Pender County
Pender County is not raising taxes this time around eigther.
Economy causing some to change eating habits
Tight economic times mean more belt tightening across the board, and that includes adjusting your eating habits.
Fewer people in our area are spending lunch breaks eating out.
Pender County summer programs
Pender County has dozens of summer camps that are starting up in the next few weeks.
Bradshaw murder suspects arrested
There is new information tonight on the people suspected in the murder of Brunswick County Realtor Adam Bradshaw.
GE-Hitachi expands in Wilmington
GE-Hitachi is expanding its nuclear operations here in the Wilmington area, creating 900 jobs over the next five years.
Funeral Arrangements for WFD Cpt. John Miller
Funeral arrangements have been set for Wilmington Fire Department Captain John Miller. He died Thursday in a helicopter crash in New Hanover County.
Sheriff's department settles with Strickland family
The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office has reached a settlement with the family of 18-year-old Peyton Strickland. The settlement includes a re-evaluation of the Sheriff's SERT Team and $2.45 million to the Strickland family.
New Hanover High School dropout looks back at decision
A former New Hanover High School student who dropped out says it was a difficult decision, but one he says was right for him at the time.
Trot Nixon helps raise money for scholarship
He's a Wilmington boy who made it big in the major league, but Saturday Trot Nixon left the baseball diamond behind to help raise money for a local college student who died nearly two years ago.
Family and friends shed light on past tragedy
It has been a year since the death of 18-year-old Peyton Strickland, and for family and friends, a year hasn't been enough time to heal.
CFCC parking lot turned into race track
The regional chapter of the Sports Car Club for America used the lot for its bi-annual autocross event.
Two local students win car
Two local students won the lottery at the Wilmington Housing Authority Monday -- the vehicle lottery.
How to get your 15 minutes of fame
This week NewsChannel 3's Dana Brancato will be taking us inside the entertainment industry to find out how you can get your 15 minutes of fame.
Blackbeard's cannon surfaces
After hundreds of years in a watery grave one of the cannons from Blackbeard's last voyage on the Queen Anne's Revenge has been brought back to the surface. WWAY NewsChannel 3's Dana Brancato spent Monday off the coast of Beaufort aboard the recovery ship and saw a piece of pirate history revealed.