UPDATE: New traffic signal in Pender County begins operating Tuesday

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Drivers in Pender County, take note. A newly installed traffic signal is being turned on Tuesday morning, February 11.
The new traffic light is at U.S. 421 and Malpass Corner Road . It will become fully operational after the morning rush hour.
Currently, drivers on U.S. 421 do not stop, while Malpass Corner Road drivers stop at a stop sign. This traffic pattern change is anticipated to improve safety.