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Major doughnut-and-coffee chain delays expanding in Brunswick

(This story has been updated to add new information.) A Massachusetts-based donut and coffee company has some delays in opening new locations in Brunswick County . With one location in Leland and another in Shallotte, three more Dunkins are slowly making their way to the area. There are only two existing Dunkin' locations operating in the county, one standalone Dunkin' in Leland and an in-store counter inside the Walmart Supercenter in Shallotte. County planning staff previously approved a standalone Dunkin' location at 4875 Long Beach Road SE, commonly known as N.C. 133, and another at 28 Blanton Road, Supply. The town of Carolina Shores approved plans for a third new location as well, to be constructed near the new Publix site. Construction is currently underway on the Long Beach Road location between a Food Lion-anchored retail area and Hampton Inn & Suites. The walls are up, but it is running behind schedule. Previous coverage: Major doughnut-and-coffee chain to open two more Brunswick stores Both the Supply and Southport area locations are owned by Dunkin' franchisee George Ross and will be completely new builds, former Senior Public Relations Specialist Julia Voutour previously told the StarNews. Approved plans for the Southport area

Brunswick County, NC · 2d

Star News

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New Walmart brings big crowd and Vanna White to Brunswick County

The newest Walmart in Brunswick County announced its presence with authority. "Bull Durham" quotes aside, the grand opening of the retail giant off U.S. 17 in southern Brunswick County on Nov. 4 came with fanfare, including giveaways and special appearances from "Wheel of Fortune" co-host Vanna White and country music star Niko Moon. Days before the opening, Walmart gave the StarNews a sneak peek inside its next Brunswick County location. Here's how things went with the new Walmart. Walmart first look On Nov. 2, Walmart employees were putting the final touches on the store located near Carolina Shores with a Calabash address. A week earlier, the shopping complex's other main store, Publix supermarket, opened. Inside Walmart, there were several displays to show off for the Nov. 4 opening. Christmas trees were already on the floor for sale. Employees were also stocking grocery items and beach wear. The store also has a pharmacy and car repair shop. Grand opening Hours before the doors opened at 7:30 a.m., a long line formed outside of the store. One group sitting in chairs said they had been there since 3:19 a.m. Refreshments were on hand to keep people in good spirits during a foggy

Brunswick County, NC · 3d

wcti12.com

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Southport bagel shop gets a 3-foot surprise customer

SOUTHPORT, Brunswick County — Bagel Dock Express had a customer who definitely wasn’t there for the cream cheese: a 3-foot alligator. The gator made its way inside the Southport shop on October 29. Southport Police Department officers and Animal Protective Services Officer Ward safely captured it and relocated...

Southport, NC · 2d
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Safety violations prompt temporary closure of Southport Senior Building

SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - The Senior Building in Southport has closed after being deemed unsafe for public occupancy. According to city officials, the building on Fodale Avenue is temporarily closed until further notice after a recent inspection uncovered several violations. Anyone who has a scheduled reservation or who regularly uses...

Southport, NC · 3d
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WECT

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Brunswick, Pender Co. gas stations get letters amid NC Fuel Check complaints

SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - Attorney Jeff Jackson says that his office has followed up on 51 consumer complaints about gas stations since launching N.C. Fuel Check. North Carolina’s 41-cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline and diesel is suspended from Oct. 10 through Nov. 30 under a law signed by Gov. Josh Stein in October.

Pender County, NC · 2d

familyvacationsus.com

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Retirees On The North Carolina Coast Are Living Comfortably On About $2,200 A Month In This City

A floating battleship sits across the river from downtown, and seniors get a discount to climb aboard. That alone tells you a lot about this coastal city. Retirees here can also ride the city bus for a dollar. North Carolina leaves Social Security checks alone at tax time. Groceries carry...

Wilmington, NC · 20h

Star News

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Wilmington renters face tighter apartment market, study says

Demand is up in Wilmington for places to live. More specifically, for apartments. According to a study from apartment-related blog RentCafe, the rental market is getting hotter in Wilmington, defying a statewide trend observed in other small North Carolina cities. So what does this mean for Wilmington-area residents? RentCafe’s study , which published Oct. 8, suggests that renters will have a tougher time finding an apartment in the competitive market. Occupancy rates for apartments are rising, and the apartments themselves are sitting vacant for less time. This trend comes alongside Wilmington’s overall growth as populations all over the region continue to climb. Meanwhile, rent prices are also increasing, with one study finding that rents increased 13% between 2023 and 2026 – almost double the statewide rate of 7%. More: It now takes $90K+ to live comfortably in NC. What about Wilmington? How competitive is Wilmington’s rental market? RentCafe scored cities on the Rental Competitiveness Index, a tool that accounted for factors like occupancy rates, average vacant days, lease renewal rate, and the number of prospective renters in a city. Wilmington scored a 78.2 on this scale -- up from 74.2 last year and well over the national average of 73.9.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Wilmington Says It Will Not Waive an Estimated $122,000 Mitigation Fee for Six 100-Year-Old Live Oaks Slated to Come Down at the 550-Unit Hillcrest Redevelopment

Wilmington's city manager won't waive an estimated $122,000 mitigation fee for six 100-year-old live oaks at the 550-unit Hillcrest redevelopment.

Wilmington, NC · 8h

watchtheyard.com

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Zeta Phi Beta’s Dr. LeShonda Wallace Makes History as the First Black Woman Elected to the New Hanover County Commission

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. soror Dr. LeShonda Wallace has been elected to the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners in North Carolina. According to her chapter, the win makes her the first African American woman elected to the commission. According to the StarNews, incumbent Rob Zapple received 56,259 votes...

New Hanover County, NC · 4d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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Proposed bridge route could affect Downtown Wilmington businesses

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A newly proposed route for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement could change how drivers access downtown Wilmington, but it may also bring new opportunities for businesses along the proposed roadway. The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s proposed Alternate B would direct traffic from the...

Wilmington, NC · 3d

spectrumlocalnews.com

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Growing pains: Inside the school being built to keep up with North Carolina’s coastal boom

HAMPSTEAD, N.C. — The construction cranes rising off U.S. 17 tell the story before anyone says a word: Pender County is growing, and it is growing fast. According to 2025 U.S. Census data, Pender County is the fourth-fastest growing county in North Carolina with nearby Brunswick County ranked first. Both are drawing people relocating from across the state, many of whom choose the coast for more space and lower costs while commuting to Wilmington or Jacksonville for work, according to county officials.

Pender County, NC · 3d

The Robesonian

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Thankful Christmas Concert & Nativity Show returns in Lake Waccamaw

LAKE WACCAMAW – An expanded concert of seasonal music along with the showing and sale of thousands of new-to-you Nativity scenes is retu

Lake Waccamaw, NC · 3d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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1,000 free trees to be given away in New Hanover County this Saturday

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Residents in New Hanover County will have an opportunity to take home free native trees this weekend as part of an effort to restore tree canopy in the Murrayville community. The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees, in partnership with New Hanover County, will...

New Hanover County, NC · 3d

columbuscountynews.com

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Pecan Harvest Music Festival Today

Live music, vendors, food and fun are on tap for downtown Whiteville today as the Pecan Harvest Music Festival gets underway. The morning began with the Veterans Celebration Parade. Live music will be on the main stage at Vineland Station through 4 p.m. CCN’s Patty Nieman caught some video and...

Whiteville, NC · 1d

WECT

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INTERVIEW: Jessica Bichler emerges as unofficial winner in N.C. Senate District 7 race

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Political newcomer Jessica Bichler has been declared the unofficial winner in the race for the District 7 seat in the state senate. Bichler defeated longtime Republican incumbent Michael Lee on Tuesday, receiving 48,310 votes to Lee’s 43,469. Her win was one of the big wins for Democrats in New Hanover County.

New Hanover County, NC · 4d

WECT

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Henry’s House brings relief to North Carolina caregivers

A new facility designed to give caregivers a temporary break while supporting youth with complex needs opened in Burgaw Thursday after years of planning.

Burgaw, NC · 3d

WECT

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Developer sues New Hanover County manager over Sledge Forest project

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Housing developer Copper Builders has filed a lawsuit accusing New Hanover County Manager Chris Coudriet of illegally blocking the 1,800-unit Hilton Bluffs development in Sledge Forest. The lawsuit claims the project cannot move forward without court action and argues county leadership crossed a legal...

New Hanover County, NC · 3d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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Drive-In Turkey Bingo returns to Pender County

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Pender County Parks and Recreation is hosting its Drive-In Turkey Bingo event on Sunday, November 22, at locations in Burgaw and Hampstead. According to the department, participants can enjoy five rounds of bingo with opportunities to win frozen turkeys, pies, gift cards, and more.

Pender County, NC · 2d

coastalreview.org

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Bridge demolition to begin next month in Wrightsville Beach

A section of U.S. Highway 74 over Lees Cut in Wrightsville Beach is expected to close beginning Nov. 30 as contract crews ready to demolish the West Salisbury Street bridge. Contractor Balfour Beatty plans to fully close West Salisbury Street from Pelican Drive to Lookout Harbor Way at 5 a.m. that day as part of Phase 1 of the Wrightsville Beach bridge replacement project. The anticipated start date may change based on when crews complete relocating utility lines.

Wrightsville Beach, NC · 3d