Open in NewsBreak

Evergreen

See all locations
Customize your news
39°F
publisher avatar

Lifestyle

Star News

partner publisher · 16.2K followers
article img

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

familydestinationsguide.com

website

This Humble North Carolina Buffet Serves Soul Food So Good, It Landed On National TV

Some restaurants don’t need a fancy sign or a velvet rope to tell you something special is happening inside. Casey’s Buffet in Wilmington, North Carolina is exactly that kind of place. There’s a Pepsi vending machine parked right outside the front door. A red and white striped...

Wilmington, NC · 7d
article img

Star News

partner publisher · 16.2K followers
article img

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 · 2d

wpde.com

website

Tiny Dog found critically injured in trash can in Pee Dee town

(WPDE) — A tiny dog was found in critical condition inside a trash can near a car wash, according to the Darlington County Humane Society (DCHS). The dog was heard whimpering inside the trash can and was found tied to a trash bag. DCHS said it does not know...

Darlington County, SC · 3d
article img

WRAL News

publisher · 100.7K followers

Hoke County man mistakes missing boa constrictor for a fence post

A boa constrictor's weeks-long adventure on the loose in Hoke County came to an end on Wednesday when it turned up on Richard Wood's farm. The 6-to-7-foot snake, someone's pet, had been missing since early October in the Calloway Road area near Raeford. Hoke County Animal Shelter officials had warned...

Hoke County, NC · 3d

Star News

partner publisher · 16.2K followers

14 recent restaurant openings and closings in the Wilmington area

If you're looking for coastal Greek cuisine or Thai specialties, or maybe fresh New York-style bagels or tropical cocktails, there's good news. All of these and more have been added to the Wilmington-area dining scene in recent weeks. They include fresh new concepts and locations of up-and-coming brands. But the month also brought several notable departures, with longtime businesses and popular neighborhood gathering spots closing their doors. They include a business that got its start selling boozy pastries, a popular spot for sunset watching, and a hidden gem Indian eatery. Here's a look at the latest restaurant and food business openings and closings in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties. Restaurant openings Opa by Giorgios Restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias officially opened his newest restaurant at 14 Harnett St. in downtown Wilmington at the end of October / early November. The two-story space has a coastal Greek menu from Chef Renato Mekolli, and a plan for music and entertainment at night. Bagel Boss Wilmington Also in the Marina District, the Wilmington location of this bagel brand held a ribbon cutting on Oct. 19 at 28 Harnett St. in the Pier 33 Apartments. The menu includes New York-style bagels, schmears and coffee. Mr.

Wilmington, NC · 1d

rolling out

publisher · 196.1K followers

Breeze Airways launches 9 new nonstop routes: See full list

Breeze Airways is giving travelers more ways to get away. The Utah-based airline is adding nine new nonstop routes over the coming months, including new international service to Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. Several of the routes also fill gaps left behind when Spirit Airlines collapsed earlier this year. Breeze...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 3d

WRAL

website

Restaurant Ratings for Oct. 30, 2026

Live cockroaches, spiders and flies found at one restaurant. WRAL’s Alex Littlehales tells us where in this week’s restaurant ratings report.

Fayetteville, NC · 8d

New York State News

partner publisher · 8.3K followers

Beloved Hudson Valley Pizza Business Moves To The Carolinas

A popular pizza business confirmed the business is leaving the Hudson Valley.

North Carolina · 2d

Myrtle Beach Sun-News

partner publisher · 43.9K followers

Is it legal to throw your pet's poop in neighbor's trash can? What SC law says

It’s trash day in your neighborhood, and you have your can sitting along the curb waiting for pickup. Then along comes a neighbor walking their dog and throws their pet’s bag of feces into your trash can. Putting aside the fact that the act is not very neighborly, is it against the law? South Carolina law says that a person cannot “dump, throw, drop, deposit, discard, or otherwise dispose of litter or other solid waste upon ... private property in the State for which he is not the legal owner or a person otherwise granted permission by the legal owner.” Horry County has separate solid-waste rules , and using someone else’s bin without permission could still prompt a complaint. The law also states that “garbage” that is placed in trash cans for pickup “shall not include human or animal feces.” There are other city ordinances with rules about picking up and disposing of your pet’s waste. Myrtle Beach and pet poop Myrtle Beach’s ordinance says that it is unlawful to "fail to promptly remove and properly dispose of all feces left by the animal on any public property or any private property not owned by the owner.” It goes as

South Carolina · 2d

WECT

website

PHOTOS: 7-foot alligator relocated after being found on Sunset Beach road

SUNSET BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A 7-foot female alligator found partly in the roadway on Lake Shore Drive was relocated to a nearby pond, Sunset Beach police said. The department said Officer Gage spotted the alligator, which measured about 7 feet, 2.5 inches. Capt. Gray relocated it following safety procedures. The department said Gray is licensed through the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and certified to handle and remove nuisance alligators.

Sunset Beach, NC · 1d

wcti12.com

website

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

The Robesonian

partner publisher · 18.0K followers

Music, casino excitement and community giving take center stage at Boots & BBQ: Rodeo Royale

LUMBERTON — The music, the barbecue, the casino tables, and the opportunity to make a difference are all coming together as the UNC Heal

Robeson County, NC · 4d

Myrtle Beach Sun-News

partner publisher · 43.9K followers

Wawa could be coming to Horry County-but some residents aren't happy about it

Wawa could be coming to Horry County. The Planning Commission unanimously approved Thursday plans to allow a new gas station convenience store to open in Little River – but residents aren’t happy. The request, brought by WW LLC as an agent for Baytree SC LLC, sought to amend a 3.14-acre parcel at Water Grande Boulevard and Highway 9 East for a convenience store with gas pumps and a car wash. Although the lot is currently zoned for commercial use, developers needed permission to install gas pumps at the site. The Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain has something of a cult following, particularly for its sandwiches and other fast foods. A new Horry County store would mark the first location in South Carolina. But not everyone’s pleased with Wawa’s plans. Hundreds of residents showed up at the Planning Commission meeting in opposition to the proposed convenience store. Several residents shared public comments expressing concerns that increased traffic would strain infrastructure, endanger public safety and displace wildlife. None of the comments shared as public input were supportive of the plans for a new Wawa. “That intersection is one of the highest collision intersections … I’m already taking my life in my hands trying

Horry County, SC · 1d

The Fayetteville Observer

partner publisher · 27.6K followers

During Thanksgiving at Dirtbag Ales, customers become family

George W. Richards has been living in Fayetteville on and off for 26 years, almost twice as long as Dirtbag Ales has been around. But within the brewery, he has found a space that makes him feel more welcome than nearly anywhere else. Richards discovered the brewery at its original location off Legion Road, where he met co-owner and brewmaster Vernardo Simmons-Valenzuela, known to everyone as Tito. From that point on, Richards became a regular. He still remembers Dirtbag’s first Christmas Market, which happened during the transition from its first brewery to the current one on Corporation Drive. He said the market had a resounding impact on the community, and as the brewery prepared to expand, it was packed wall-to-wall. “You could not move; it was that successful,” Richards said. Since the 2019 transition, Richards said he has been at nearly every Dirtbag event, from Tuesday trivia nights to record exchanges to the upcoming Rock Shop reunion concert the day after Black Friday. Dirtbag Ales is now able to host several Thanksgiving-centered events. For loyal customers like Richards, the brewery’s celebrations help reconnect families while offering a safe space for people who may be spending the holiday alone. How Dirtbag

Fayetteville, NC · 2d

allamericanatlas.com

website

5 Best Restaurants in Wilmington, North Carolina You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Wilmington, North Carolina — a city where the Cape Fear River glimmers beneath Spanish moss, where pastel houses lean into the Atlantic breeze, and where the laughter of surfers, students, and old-timers mingles on sun-warmed sidewalks. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: antebellum mansions, weathered bungalows, neon-lit diners, and the ever-present hush of the ocean. Wilmington is a crossroads — of Southern tradition and saltwater dreams, of families who’ve called it home for generations and newcomers drawn by the promise of possibility.

Wilmington, NC · 4d

unearththevoyage.com

website

This Wilmington Patio Lineup Proves North Carolina Eats Outdoors Even When It Cools Down

I almost walked past it, a quiet patio tucked behind a plain building, until I caught the glow of a fire and the smell of something smoky drifting my way. That one detour turned a chilly evening into a meal I still think about. Here in North Carolina, cooler weather...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

website

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 · 1d

WECT

website

Pet of the Week: Unnamed Calico from New Hanover Co. Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A calico cat estimated to be about 6 years old is looking for a permanent home, and a family willing to help her shed a few extra pounds — after being found abandoned in a local hotel. Shelter workers describe her as naturally timid, though...

New Hanover County, NC · 2d