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Port O’ Pines Mobile Home Park residents demand answers over nearly 33% rent increase

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Dozens of residents at a New Hanover County mobile home park are demanding answers after receiving notices of significant rent increases, leaving some concerned they could be forced out of the community they have called home for years. Residents at Port O Pines...

New Hanover County, NC · 3d
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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 · 20h
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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...

Wilmington, NC · 2d
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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.

Wilmington, NC · 7h
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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

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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5 Official ‘Hallmark Christmas Towns’ Within Driving Distance of Northern Virginia

This year, the Hallmark Channel launched its first “Merriest Christmas Towns” contest, inviting fans to vote for the U.S. towns that best capture the spirit of the season. The winner, Carlinville, Illinois, will serve as the backdrop for an upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie. But five of the other finalists, all named official Hallmark Christmas Towns, are close enough to NoVA for a day trip or weekend getaway.

Virginia · 2d

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Brunswick's utility needs lead to property disputes and court fights

(This story has been updated to add new information.) As Brunswick County scrambles to expand water and sewer infrastructure for rapid growth , the county is increasingly finding itself in court over the cost of acquiring private property. Though county records report taking of property by eminent domain to support growth, tension has risen between public infrastructure needs and property owners' disputes over compensation. County meeting minutes show commissioners authorizing condemnation authority at least four times between 2024 and October 2026. The actions involve projects ranging from wastewater improvements to reclaimed-water infrastructure and a future drinking-water reservoir. Though the county is focused on utility needs, residents are challenging compensation offers and the scope of property rights being acquired. "Brunswick County has in the last fifteen years primarily used the condemnation process for the acquisition of utility easements," County Communications Director Meagan Kascsak said. "The county uses easements when there is not enough room in the NCDOT rights-of-way for additional utility lines or the expansion of pump stations." In July 2025, commissioners authorized the acquisition of easements on three parcels "up to and including condemnation" following a closed-session discussion about property acquisition. Those parcels later became the subject of court actions

Brunswick County, NC · 2d

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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,...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Brunswick County Public Utilities returns to chloramines as disinfectant

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Brunswick County water customers may notice a temporary change in the taste or smell of their water as the county returns to using chloramines as its primary disinfectant. The water remains safe to use, according to the Brunswick County Public Utilities Department. The transition from...

Brunswick County, NC · 1d

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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 · 20h

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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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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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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.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Louisiana basketball's nonconference game vs. UNC Wilmington postponed due to lack of healthy players

Injuries, concussions and an illness have spread through the Louisiana roster.

Lafayette, LA · 22h

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Brunswick County nonprofit seeks funds for mobile laundry trailer

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. — For families without a stable place to live, clean clothes can be hard to come by. A Brunswick County nonprofit is raising money for a new mobile laundry trailer to continue offering free washes. Tina Bowen, who runs Suds of Love, said the current truck...

Brunswick County, NC · 1d

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INTERVIEW: Amigos International Festival returns to Cape Fear

The Amigos International Festival is returning to the Cape Fear region this November, with food, music, dance and activities celebrating cultures from around the world.

Wilmington, NC · 20h

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Cold front to bring freezing temperatures, frost risk to Cape Fear this weekend

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Enjoy one more day of unseasonably warm weather across the region today, with mostly sunny skies and highs reaching the mid to upper 70s. Breezy southwest winds will develop ahead of a dry cold front moving through late tonight into early Friday. Rain chances will remain very low, but a noticeable drop in temperatures is on the way. Friday will bring abundant sunshine, but highs will struggle to move past 60 degrees. Even colder conditions are expected this weekend, with highs only in the upper 50s and overnight lows dipping into the 30s. Areas of frost are possible, especially inland, with some locations potentially reaching freezing temperatures Saturday night into Sunday morning. Over the next few days bring in the potted plants and start the process of protecting tender vegetation or you may lose it this weekend with potentially many areas inland of the coast ending their growing season. Dry and sunny conditions to continue into early next week, with temperatures remaining chilly.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Nonprofit helps homeless Southport veteran receive hospital care

SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Getting oxygen in a Dosher hospital bed isn’t the way 72-year-old Ron Harper imagined spending his Veterans Day, but losses of a loving partner, a job, and an unexpected eviction turned his Jeep into his home. “When I go to the store to buy...

Southport, NC · 1d

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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 · 20h

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New Hanover Community Endowment expects nearly $63M in new grants in 2027, adds four staff members

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The New Hanover Community Endowment is preparing for nearly $63 million in new grants in 2027 while expanding its staff to manage a growing number of community investments. The organization announced four additions to its Programs and Grants team following a yearlong review of staffing...

New Hanover County, NC · 2d