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Thursday Roundup: West, East JV football teams win
TABOR CITY — The West Bladen junior varsity football team won its fourth straight Thursday, Oct. 22 in beating the South Columbus JVs 24-7 in a Southeastern Conference game. Gaston Russ scored two touchdowns, made nine tackles and intercepted two passes for the Knights (5-3, 3-0 Southeastern). Andrew Wren...
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Brunswick Co. Schools celebrates statewide growth recognition at 6 schools
Brunswick County Schools is celebrating more major academic gains following recent state-level recognitions.
Duplin Times
Three Tigers Inducted into Hall of Fame
Three outstanding athletes were inducted into the 2026 James Kenan High School Athletics Hall of Fame on Oct. 10. From left are Jeffrey Wallace, Stephanie Player and Stedman Mathis. Wallace helped lead the Tigers to the Class 2A east final in 1960. Known as “Miss Inside” by her teammates, Player led James Kenan to three consecutive Class 1A eastern regional appearances from 2000-2002 in girls’ basketball. The Tigers advanced to the regional final in 2002. Mathis toted the pigskin in 2006 and 2007 for Kenan, which appeared in the Class 1AA state finals both seasons. The Tigers finished a perfect 16-0 in 2007.
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More than 3,000 students to explore careers at Southeastern Community College event
WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WWAY) — More than 3,000 elementary school students from Columbus County Schools and Whiteville City Schools will get a hands-on look at career opportunities during Southeastern Community College’s second Careers on Wheels event. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22, and will feature vehicles, equipment...
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UNCW trustees to weigh tuition hikes, campus construction plans
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Higher tuition costs and shifting federal loan limits are on the table for UNCW students this Thursday. The university’s Business Affairs Committee is set to review a sweeping agenda that could directly reshape how students pay for their education while greenlighting several major campus construction projects.
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CFCC department director receives statewide award for criminal justice training
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Community College Senior Program Director Tim Fuss has received a statewide award recognizing his contributions to criminal justice education and training. Fuss received the 2026 Partnership Award from the North Carolina Department of Justice’s Criminal Justice Standards Division. He was recognized during the...
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Brunswick Community College updates nursing program admissions for Fall 2027
BOLIVIA, NC (WWAY) — Brunswick Community College is updating its nursing program admissions process and schedule for Fall 2027 to provide prospective students with greater flexibility. Beginning with the Fall 2027 admission cycle, applicants will no longer need to have their certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification when applying. However,...
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CFCC’s new nursing program director already out, program founder speaks out
Not long after Cape Fear Community College hired Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) Director Karen Sharrah to replace Brenda Holland, a veteran of nearly 30 years, Sharrah resigned after just two months. This follows the departure of half the ADN nursing faculty, likely due to a policy change that increased their required contact hours from 18 to 25.
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The 5th Quarter October 16th, 2026
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Week 9 of the high school football season brought another round of conference matchups and crosstown rivalries across the Cape Fear region Friday night. WWAY Sports Director Kayla Precht and Ryan Wiener returned for another edition of The 5th Quarter, highlighting the action as teams...
Bladen Journal
Thursday Roundup: Russ, West Bladen run past Hobbton 44-8
BLADENBORO – Gaston Russ ran for 248 yards and scored four touchdowns on only seven carries Thursday, Oct. 15 as West Bladen celebrated homecoming with a 44-8 victory against Hobbton in a junior varsity football game at The Castle. Russ, a sophomore, scored on runs of 60, 76, 30...
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CFCC grows apprenticeship program to connect students with local jobs
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is adding new training paths to its apprenticeship program, giving students more ways to learn a trade while helping area businesses find skilled workers. The college is launching five new pre-apprenticeship tracks:. Automotive technician. Carpenter. Early childhood educator. Electrical assistant. Electric...
Sampson Independent
City schools tapped fornew model, resources
Come 2027, Clinton City Schools will have a new framework as the district adopts the Community Schools model — a model that names public schools as hubs for not only education but also the mental, emotional and physical well-being of students and their families. The four Lakewood District schools...
Sampson Independent
City approves church school, denies duplex
The Clinton City Council approved a zoning request for a new school within Holly Grove Holiness Church, rejected a proposal to convert a two-story home into a duplex and issued several proclamations during its meeting Tuesday night. The council also approved street closures for upcoming events. Members of Holly Grove...
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Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt launches workforce initiative at UNCW focused on cybersecurity
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — North Carolina Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt announced a new workforce development initiative at the University of North Carolina Wilmington aimed at preparing workers for evolving industries, including cybersecurity. Hunt announced the Jobs of the Future initiative during a visit to UNCW’s Center for Cyber Defense...