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This Waterfront Southport, North Carolina Cafe Is Worth The Drive For Fried Green Tomatoes And Creamy Crab Dip

Some meals are worth planning a whole day around, and on the North Carolina coast, a few of them come with boat slips attached. Southport is a small harbor town at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, and it has a dockside cafe that people keep driving back to.

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New vet hospital proposed for Brunswick County

A new animal facility is planning to set up shop in Brunswick County. Headwaters Engineering of the Cape Fear, PLLC, submitted a site plan for a new veterinary hospital near Southport and Oak Island . While the facility could bring more veterinary space, veterinary workers say the county needs more. Despite the population growth over the last two decades, Brunswick has less than 10 animal hospitals. Three of the facilities reside in the Southport area and none are open 24-hours. If emergency care is needed outside of operating hours, often 8 p.m. to 5 p.m., residents must travel to Wilmington. Some pet owners will even drive to Raleigh or Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, River Road Animal Hospital Office Manager Morgan Dillard said. Dillard said the county could use more veterinary facilities, veterinarians and staff, especially a 24/7 emergency care facility. Though the hospital is expanding roughly triple the size due to the business outgrowing the existing building, Dillard expects the bigger facility will quickly reach capacity. "We are fully booked," Dillard said. One of the biggest challenges veterinary facilities face is staffing, said Dillard, noting finding and supporting enough adequate staff is a problem that stretches across the nation. Increases

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Wilson Center announces 2027 music, comedy performances

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College has announced three performances for 2027, including a concert featuring Texas singer-songwriters Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll. The lineup also includes the Bored Teachers comedy tour and comedian Henry Cho’s “It’s What I Do” tour....

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This No-Frills Seafood Shack In North Carolina Serves Crab Cakes Worth Waiting In Line For

There are moments in life when the universe hands you exactly what you need, and one of those moments is the first time you bite into a crab cake at Provision Company in Southport, North Carolina. This cheerful, unpretentious seafood shack sitting right on the water has built a reputation...

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Mystery fish caught off NC coast sets a ‘new species state record,' officials say

A fisherman accidentally set a “new species state record” in North Carolina when he caught an oval-shaped fish that no one on the charter boat could identify. Jim Bickerstaff was about 45 miles off Southport, fishing in 140 feet of water when something on his 80-pound test line started fighting back. The elongated fish he pulled aboard the Oak Island Fishing Charter weighed just over 6 pounds, and was 25.5 inches long and 17 inches around, the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries said in a Nov. 10 news release. It has been identified as a unicorn filefish, and it represented a new species for the state’s record keeping. “The truth is, none of us knew what type of fish it was. I’ve been fishing offshore for years, and our captain goes out there more than anybody I know. None of us had ever seen one, and none of us knew what to call it,” Bickerstaff told The Charlotte Observer. “I would love to claim that I’m quite the amazing angler who searched all his life to catch this great white whale, but that would be untrue as I was unaware of this fish’s existence. I actually used the Fish Rules

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Nationwide ground stop halts departures from Wilmington International Airport

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Departures from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) were halted Friday, Nov. 13, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed a nationwide ground stop. The airport was still accepting arriving flights, ILM Airport Director Jeff Bourk told WECT. Airlines were notifying passengers, and Bourk advised anyone with a...

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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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Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn says business isn’t for sale as property is listed

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn says it has no plans to close after the property housing its Wilmington restaurant was listed for sale. In a Facebook post, Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn stated the property at 4002 Oleander Drive is for sale, but the business is not.

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Pet of the Week: Meet Calypso from Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Calyspo, a 2-year-old husky-shepherd mix, is looking for a home after raising a litter of nine puppies. The sweet, lively dog was pregnant when she first came into Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue’s care. She gave birth to two puppies at a shelter, another during transportation and the rest in her foster home.

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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.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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10 North Carolina Italian Restaurants Where Your Money Goes Further

I love a fancy dinner as much as anyone. Still, my favorite Italian meals tend to come from family-run rooms with red sauce, garlic knots, and a takeout box for later. In one North Carolina pizzeria, a single slice gets compared to the size of a medium pie. I had to read that twice.

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Veteran-owned Leland restaurant gives back on Veterans Day

LELAND, N.C. (WECT) - Before John White was serving barbecue in Leland, he was serving in the Army. Now, the co-owner of The Pit Backyard Barbeque is giving back to others who served. For Veterans Day, the restaurant offered free meals to service members and their families. Finding a new...

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Jenelle Evans' Ex-Husband Courtland Rogers Arrested Over Stolen Sneakers

Jenelle Evans' Ex-Husband Courtland Rogers Arrested Over Stolen Sneakers

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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.

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Wilmington & Beaches to Host 2026 Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K/5K

Wilmington and its island beaches will welcome athletes, spectators and their families for one of the region’s premier race weekends in mid-November. The 2026 Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K/5K will take place on Sunday, November 15 and is expected to draw thousands of participants to the destination, showcasing Wilmington’s historic downtown, scenic riverfront and vibrant community.

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Wilmington brewery, credit union team up to support veterans through craft beer

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A Wilmington brewery and credit union are teaming up to support local veterans through a special craft beer collaboration, with a community networking event planned for Thursday evening. REV Federal Credit Union and the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce are hosting a BizMix event at...

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New Restaurant Channels Greek Isles

A new, coastal-inspired Greek restaurant is the latest culinary endeavor from Giorgios Hospitality Group. Opa by Giorgios opened to the public in early November on the northern waterfront in downtown Wilmington. Restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias has opened four other restaurants in the Wilmington area in recent years – Kipos Hellenic Cuisine,...

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Flaming Amy’s fans rejoice after restaurant confirms it won’t close

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Frequent customers of Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn are celebrating, after the Wilmington restaurant clarified some rumors about their potential closing. The property at 4002 Oleander Drive was first reported listed for sale Tuesday night, for 2.5 million dollars. Flaming Amy’s addressed the listing in...

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INTERVIEW: Cucalorus Film Festival returns to Wilmington for 32nd year

Cucalorus is taking over downtown Wilmington this fall for four days of film, performance and conversation during its 32nd annual film festival.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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