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UNCW student removed from campus after suspected concealed camera found in dorm bathroom

In a message sent Wednesday afternoon, UNCW told students about a “troubling incident of student privacy in Pelican Hall.”. “On Tuesday, Nov. 10, students notified Housing and Residence Life staff about a suspicious device in a single-occupancy, fourth-floor bathroom,” according to a message from the Office of University Relations on behalf of UNCW Police, Housing and Residence Life, Title IX Office, and other offices and student support services.

WilmingtonBiz

Coastal Horizons Chief Finds New Purpose

Margaret Weller-Stargell is a pro. Over the phone on a recent balmy October morning, she spoke with the poise of a seasoned executive and the warmth of a natural counselor – her words measured, deliberate and carrying an easy curiosity. These qualities are a few of the reasons why...

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Capt'n Bill's Signs $1.7M Deal for Second Volleyball Spot in Holly Ridge

Capt'n Bill's Backyard Grill, the Wilmington volleyball bar and brewery that's been pouring beer and running sand courts since 1992, is bringing its second location to Holly Ridge. Co-owner Brookes Musser has signed papers to purchase 12 acres along U.S. Highway 17 South for $1.7 million, with the goal of opening by the end of 2027.

Holly Ridge, NC · 2d

Realtor.com News & Insights

Wilmington List Prices Slip as Price Cuts Outpace the National Rate

Wilmington sellers trimmed prices at a higher rate than the nation, though inventory and market pace told a mixed story.

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The only successful coup in American history: how white supremacists 'stole a city,' and the 1898 Wilmington massacre

The Wilmington massacre and coup d'état of November 10, 1898 is widely known as the only successful coup in American history. Black elected officials were forced to resign office at gunpoint. Dozens, if not hundreds, of Black Wilmingtonians were killed during a day of premediated white supremacist terror. New...

Wilmington, NC · 3d

The Standard

New Hanover DA declines to prosecute Pitt County deputy for death of K-9 Chilli

A Pitt County Sheriff’s Office deputy will not face charges in the death of an explosives-detection dog he left in a patrol car on June 11, a special prosecutor announced Nov. 2. New Hanover District Attorney Jason W. Smith concluded that insufficient evidence exists to pursue criminal prosecution after reviewing an examination of the death conducted by the State Bureau of Investigation. The announcement also identified the deputy involved in the death as Grant Foster. The sheriff’s office did not respond to requests to identify Foster. It also did not release information about the incident until more than a month after it happened. Smith’s office was asked to review the case and requested an SBI probe after a public uproar. “While the death of K-9 Chilli was tragic,” Smith wrote, “there is not sufficient evidence to pursue criminal prosecution in this matter.” According to the findings, the incident occurred on a hot day with temperatures above 90 degrees. Foster completed morning training with Chilli in Rocky Mount, picked up lunch and arrived at the sheriff’s office at 1:24 p.m. Key-card records and video show he remained inside until 5:11 p.m. When Foster left the office, he discovered his vehicle was

Pitt County, NC · 1d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

Al’s Burger Shack announces plans for new Wilmington location

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Al’s Burger Shack is planning to open a new restaurant in Wilmington, expanding its presence in the Cape Fear region. The restaurant will be located at 1111 Center Point Drive, Suite 131, in the new Center Point development. The location will include an outdoor patio.

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NCDOT Schedules Road Work in Sampson County, Including N.C. 403 Intersection Change

Within two weeks, the North Carolina Department of Transportation will realign the intersection of N.C. 403 and Old Warsaw Road, according to the Sampson Independent. Old Warsaw Road will close for several days while crews finish the job. Highway Maintenance Engineer Lance Eason and District Engineer Daniel Jones gave the Sampson County Board of Commissioners a rundown of current and planned projects at a Monday meeting.

Sampson County, NC · 19h

WECT

Cape Fear Foodie: Thanksgiving treats

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - With Thanksgiving nearly here, there is plenty to be thankful for. For one, we have nearly made it through another year (of course we have the holiday season ahead, which for some can feel like a year in itself). Secondly, we get to speed time with friends and family (or away from them depending on who you are thinking of). And lastly, all these wonderful little special menu items and handhelds that celebrate Thanksgiving and its plethora of tasty treats.

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Kenansville Elementary School treats classrooms, bus after bed bugs found on student

Which classrooms and bus were treated for bed bugs at Kenansville Elementary?. How often are inspections conducted at Kenansville Elementary since the bed bug discovery?. Why did Duplin County Schools implement precautionary pest treatments?. KENANSVILLE, Duplin County — Duplin County Schools says Kenansville Elementary School has undergone pest treatment after...

Kenansville, NC · 23h

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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Community Justice Center CEO Ben David announces replacement

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — During Thursday’s New Hanover County Board of Commssioner’s agenda review meeting, the Community Justice Center announced a change in leadership. Ben David introduced Valerie Pearce, saying she will soon take over his role at the center in January of 2027. David said Pearce...

New Hanover County, NC · 17h

Star News

Split-zoning discovery prompts request for old Wilmington property

Owners of a two-story building at 2705 Market St. are seeking to rezone the property to accommodate a new tenant after discovering the structure straddles two zoning districts. The proposal is under review by the city and pending before the Wilmington Planning Commission. The building was constructed in 1922 and was occupied by Office Furniture Salvage for more than 50 years. According to a project narrative, the property has been split-zoned for “a very long time.” In a letter to nearby property owners, the owners of 2705 Market St., Carlton Fisher and Steve Wallace of Wallace Bros. II, LLC, stated a new tenant planning to establish retail and office uses discovered the office and institutional zoning district extends through the first 25 feet of the building while the remainder is zoned R-10 residential. The application, submitted Oct. 6, seeks to rezone the entire parcel to a community business conditional district with limited uses. According to the project narrative, the building will not be enlarged. Rear vehicular access to Lyndon Avenue would be gated to restrict access to emergency vehicles only. Landscaping and a fence would be installed along the rear property line. Pervious parking would be installed to limit additional

WilmingtonBiz

More Commercial Tenants On The Way To Riverlights

David Eisen bought Shore Break Bikes, a bicycle repair shop in Marina Village at Riverlights, in 2024. The shop at 204 Arcadian Row, Suite 140, opened in 2019 and stays busy, but Eisen said he wouldn’t mind more businesses coming to the commercial areas of Riverlights, a master-planned community along River Road in Wilmington. He said new establishments could attract more customers from outside of Riverlights’ neighborhoods.

Bladen Journal

Tatum Allen signs with UNCW softball

Tatum Allen decided more than a year ago to play softball at UNC Wilmington when she made a verbal commitment. The dream to play at the NCAA Division 1 level came true Wednesday, Nov. 11 when the East Bladen High School senior signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Seahawks program.

Wilmington, NC · 17h

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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Wilmington Repair Café returns Dec. 5 to help residents fix, reuse household items

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington residents looking to fix broken household items instead of throwing them away will have an opportunity to learn repair skills at an upcoming community workshop. The next Wilmington Repair Café will take place Saturday, Dec. 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Legacy...

Wilmington, NC · 22h

Lovely Garden Roots

A Thanksgiving Cactus Has Pointed, Claw-Like Edges and Drops Its Buds if Moved Once They Form, N.C. Extension's Brad Hardison Says

Thanksgiving cactus has pointed, claw-like segment edges and drops its buds if moved once they form, according to N.C. Extension.

Sampson County, NC · 2d

Country Herald

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Wilmington, NC Weather Alert: 42° Drop by Saturday, Nov 12-16

A sharp November cooldown follows Thursday's 76-degree warmth, bringing chilly nights to the Cape Fear region

Bladen Journal

Marlowe puts staffing, morale at top of sheriff’s plans

ELIZABETHTOWN — Ray Marlowe wants to fill vacant patrol and school resource officer positions and improve morale as he prepares to lead the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office. He said he has not yet reviewed the budget and would not say how those positions would be paid for. The...

Bladen County, NC · 2d

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Applications now open for free eight-week entrepreneurship program in Bladen County

The Small Business Center at Bladen Community College is inviting aspiring entrepreneurs to take the next step through Pitch It Bladen County 2027, an eight-week business development program and pitching competition designed to help turn promising ideas into successful businesses. Applications are now being accepted. The deadline to apply is...

Bladen County, NC · 20h

WECT

Cape Fear Community College to launch manufacturing certification program in January

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) will launch a manufacturing certification program in January, offering students training in skills such as precision measurement, technical math and workplace safety. The Certified Manufacturing Associate program will begin in January 2027 as part of the college’s partnership with SME’s Manufacturing...