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Pioneering Vietnam War pilot from Wilmington to receive military honors at Arlington

WILMINGTON, N.C. — A decorated Air Force pilot who helped revolutionize American aerial warfare during the Vietnam War will make his final journey from Wilmington to Arlington National Cemetery this Veterans Day. Retired Lt. Col. Allen Thompson Lamb Jr., one of the original pilots selected for the U.S. Air...

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Today in History: November 10, white supremacists stage coup in Wilmington, North Carolina

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 10, the 314th day of 2026. There are 51 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 10, 1898, a mob of up to 2,000 white supremacists killed dozens of African Americans in Wilmington, North Carolina, burned Black-owned businesses and forced the mayor, police chief and aldermen to resign at gunpoint before installing their own mayor and city council in what became known as the “Wilmington Coup.” Also on this date: In 1775, the Continental Congress established the Continental Marines, later known as the U.S. Marine Corps. In 1954, the U.S. Marine Corps Memorial, depicting the raising of the American flag on Iwo Jima in 1945, was dedicated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in Arlington, Virginia. In 1969, the children’s educational program “Sesame Street” made its debut on National Educational Television (now PBS). In 1975, the Great Lakes freighter SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in a severe storm in Lake Superior, claiming the lives of all 29 crewmembers. In 1982, Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev, who had succeeded Nikita Khrushchev in 1964, died in Moscow at age 75; his death ushered in several years of leadership change before Mikhail Gorbachev came to power in 1985. In

Wilmington, NC · 23h

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commissions new survey vessel to Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will be introducing a new survey vessel to the Wilmington District. The vessel HAYES is being named after Elaine V. Hayes. The USACE says that Hayes dedicated 37 years of federal service to the Wilmington District, making lasting...

Wilmington, NC · 1d
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Wrightsville Beach bridge closure to change access to The Loop

The state Department of Transportation is set to close the Lee’s Cut bridge on West Salisbury Street on Nov. 30, the first closure in the Wrightsville Beach bridge replacement project.

Wrightsville Beach, NC · 19h
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NC manatees should be heading south, marine scientists want to know if you've seen one

According to UNCW Associate Professor Dr. Michael Tift, water temperatures are dropping to a critical point for manatees. “So now here we are in early November. Water temperatures are in the high 60s to low 70s. So we're right at that critical period now, where it becomes really important to get the public's help reporting any manatees as quickly as they can. If the water temperatures are cold enough, the manatees might only have hours to survive," he told WHQR.

North Carolina · 20h

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Wilmington Police Department becomes first in NC to earn re-accreditation through state program

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department (WPD) has become the first law enforcement agency in North Carolina to achieve re-accredited status through the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) program. The recognition follows the department’s initial accreditation in 2023, when WPD became one of the first agencies...

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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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 · 15h

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Raleigh Diocese refers case involving Wilmington priest to law enforcement

RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) – The Catholic Diocese of Raleigh has conducted an investigation into allegations of financial irregularities at a church in New Hanover County, and has referred the case to law enforcement. In an email sent to parishioners of Immaculate Conception Church on Friday, a statement from the...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Saltwater Stories dinner in Wilmington highlights African American foodways on NC coast

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -A dinner in downtown Wilmington called Saltwater Stories brought guests together to explore how African American foodways have shaped North Carolina’s coast. Guests gathered around the table for an evening centered on food, community and coastal heritage. The dinner was part of Out to Sea NC...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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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 · 14h

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Leland launches first mobile app for town services and news

Leland has launched its first mobile app, giving residents another way to access town services and receive local updates.

Leland, NC · 1d

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Wilmington gathering will honor lives lost in traffic crashes

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – A Wilmington gathering will honor people killed and seriously injured in traffic crashes as part of a worldwide day of remembrance. The observance also recognizes first responders and encourages safer driving. Gov. Josh Stein has proclaimed Nov. 15 as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in North Carolina.

Wilmington, NC · 14h

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Camp Lejeune Marine who died after training exercise in Okinawa honored in Jacksonville

What training exercise led to Lance Cpl. Devin Hernandez's death?. What tradition does Onslow County Civic Affairs Committee follow for fallen Marines?. Why did Onslow County honor Hernandez with a three-day mourning period?. JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County — A Camp Lejeune Marine who died following a training exercise in Okinawa, Japan,...

Jacksonville, NC · 1d

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Pam Pack travel to top-seeded East Duplin in second round

No. 16 Washington (4-7) at No. 1 East Duplin (9-1) * Washington's playoff run continues after a 34-28 win over Eastern Wayne last Thursday. It was the program's first playoff win since a 48-40 victory at Cummings on Nov. 12, 2021. * A win Friday would send the Pam Pack...

Washington, NC · 17h

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First Alert Forecast: next fall cold front to carry frost potential

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Your First Alert Forecast offers mainly dry skies and comfy autumn highs in the 70s through Veterans Day, and Thursday. Brace for a chilly, breezy Friday front to chop the weekend down to the 50s. Gardeners: pay extra attention to the weekend nights with your WECT...

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Wilson Center announces Dru Hill, Riverdance and bluegrass trio for 2027 lineup

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College has announced three new performances coming to Wilmington in 2027, featuring bluegrass musicians, R&B legends and an internationally acclaimed dance production. The newly announced lineup includes Meyer, Marshall, Meyer, Dru Hill and “Riverdance 30: The New Generation,”...

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Hampstead’s Skate Barn turns 30 with free community party on Nov. 21

HAMPSTEAD, N.C. — A longtime Hampstead gathering spot is turning 30, and the whole community is invited to the party. The Skate Barn is hosting a free 30th-anniversary celebration, “Skates-giving,” all day Saturday, Nov. 21. The event includes a potluck, with food served from 2 to 5 p.m.

Hampstead, NC · 19h

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WHA continuing with Hillcrest redevelopment, asking for tree mitigation fee waiver for Phase I

At last week's meeting, Wilmington City Council members heard a presentation from Tyrone Garrett, Chief Executive Officer for the Wilmington Housing Authority, on the Hillcrest redevelopment project. Garrett and a team of developers are still requesting a waiver for tree mitigation fees for the elimination of several specimen trees. The city manager hasn’t granted that request. WHA has also announced that it will likely be Fall 2028 before tenants can move into the first units of Phase I redevelopment of Hillcrest. They initially targeted April 2028.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area announces date for sixth mission

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area will take veterans to Washington, D.C., on April 17, 2027, for the nonprofit’s sixth trip to visit the nation’s war memorials. The organization, which was established in 2020 as a hub of the national Honor Flight Network,...

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Pet Pals: Energetic Pit Bull Terrier looking for forever home

WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Mr. Bobinsky, a one-year-old Pit Bull Terrier. Paws Place Dog rescue calls him active, affectionate and goofy. They say he loves people and can get pretty excited when meeting a new friend. They also say Mr. Bobinsky is still learning...

Winnabow, NC · 20h