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2000 acres of surrounding land in Southport to be rezoned after being turned over to the county
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - Neighbors in the land surrounding Southport are confused about what’s about to happen to their community. About a month ago, HB 911 passed in the general assembly which gave Southport’s Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) over to the county. Before that, while the land was outside...
Port City Life Newsletter: In honor of cool events we missed out on, don't miss out again
Welcome to the weekly Port City Life newsletter brought to you by me, StarNews reporter John Staton. I don't usually write about the events I missed, but hopefully some of you were in the big crowd on Monday that turned out to see hip-hop icon Talib Kweli at Waterline Brewing downtown. ...
Precautionary swimming advisory issued in Oak Island due to stormwater pumping
OAK ISLAND, N.C. (WECT) - A precautionary swimming advisory was issued in Oak Island on Friday, July 26. “Recent rains caused flooding of streets, yards, and housing in parts of Oak Island and nearby communities. To minimize the flooding damage and to ensure roads are accessible for emergency vehicles, the town has pumped floodwater into the ocean near Crowell Street. These waters can contain pollutants such as waste from wildlife and pets, oil and gasoline from parking lots and waste from septic systems or sewers,” a NC Recreational Water Quality Program announcement states.
Metronet Starts Fiber Optic Network Construction In Wilmington
Wilmington is set to become the newest city in North Carolina to begin Metronet’s multi-gigabit internet service, through a $30 million fiber-optic network. Construction entailing fiber-optic cable installation began on June 28, with first customers slated to receive service beginning in the fall. Significant impacts on both residential customers (up to 5 gigabits per second) and businesses (up to 10 gigabits per second) are planned.
East Coast ASCs: 8 updates
Here are eight ASCs that opened or are in development on the East Coast in the last two months, as reported by Becker's since June 6:. 1. Construction has begun on Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health's new community hospital in Wilmington, N.C., the Novant Scotts Hill Medical Center. The campus will also house a satellite emergency department, an outpatient surgery center and medical offices.
Special Meeting and Public Hearing on Proposed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance
In follow-up to the recommendations received at last Friday’s Village Council regular meeting and reported in the latest issue of the Village’s Voice (HERE), the Village Council has scheduled a special meeting. The meeting will be held on Monday, August 5, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the Department of Public Safety in the multi-purpose room (273 Edward Teach Ext.). The purpose of the meeting is for the Village Council to conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on a proposed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance.
An Urgent Call to Action: Supporting H.R. 524 for the Future of Wrightsville Beach
Sponsored Content provided by Natalie English - President & CEO, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce. The pristine shoreline and crystal-clear waters of Wrightsville Beach are beloved not only by locals but also by tourists who are drawn to our community each year. According to a study commissioned by Visit North Carolina, a division of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, tourists brought $930 million into New Hanover County in 2021, representing a 55% increase over the previous year. These dollars go towards supporting local businesses, creating jobs, and generating economic activity in the community.
North Carolina system expands into 2 counties with new hospital, ASC
Construction is underway for Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health's new community hospital in Wilmington, N.C., the Novant Scotts Hill Medical Center, according to a July 25 Star News Online report. The 250,000-square foot center will serve residents of northern New Hanover County and eastern Pender County. Construction is expected to be...
Brunswick Co. Health and Wellness Fair to feature local businesses, organizations
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The Brunswick County Health and Wellness Fair is being held at the Government Center in Bolivia on Friday, August 9. The event is free to attend and will feature over 30 local businesses and organizations to teach residents how to live healthier through interactive demonstrations, health screenings, activities, handouts, and more.
Arguing inconsistency, rezoning request denied in Brunswick County
A rezoning that would have brought commercial uses to a primarily residential area near Winnabow was denied by the Brunswick County Planning Board this month. At its July meeting, the planning board reconsidered a rezoning request that was tabled at the board’s June meeting. The request looked to rezone 15 acres of land...
Four home fires since May prompt community meeting
In the wake of a recent cluster of house fires, Oak Island Fire Chief Lee Price decided to hold a community meeting last week in an effort to quell some of the concerns that have popped up on social. A July 16 fire on NE 42nd Street was the fourth...
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