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Wilmington DSA spends over a year building bus stop benches for the community. Proud Boys allegedly steal them, and GOP orders every seat removed

Very proud, indeed.

Wilmington, NC · 5d

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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 · 2d
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NCDOT revises Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement plan

CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation is revising one of its proposed designs for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project in an effort to reduce impacts to downtown Wilmington. NCDOT has updated Alternative B, which still calls for a fixed-span bridge with 135...

Wilmington, NC · 3d
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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 · 2d

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Democrats sweep key New Hanover County races, unofficial results show

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Unofficial midterm results show Democrats winning several key local races in New Hanover County, including every open seat on the county Board of Commissioners and the school board. While the races aren’t official yet, Democrats are on track to flip control of the county commission, school...

New Hanover County, NC · 3d

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Wilmington City Council approves returning day-use facilities to city code

Wilmington City Council voted 4-2, with Mayor Pro-Tem Kevin Spears and Councilwoman Chakema Clinton-Quintana dissenting, to restore group day facilities as a permitted use in some residential and commercial zoning districts of the city. According to staff, the day shelter category was eliminated from city code during an update to...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 3d

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Cape Fear Makers Guild cuts ribbon on new, expanded headquarters

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Local leaders and creators gathered to cut the ribbon on the Cape Fear Makers Guild’s new 5,000-square-foot headquarters Thursday. The new site allows the nonprofit to expand its hands-on STEAM education programs, high-tech industrial machinery and community workshop space across the Cape Fear region. “This...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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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

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Local businesses team up to restore iconic Battleship North Carolina entrance sign

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A familiar landmark welcoming visitors to the Battleship North Carolina has received a makeover thanks to several local businesses that donated their time, materials and services. The Battleship’s distinctive red, blue and gold entrance sign along U.S. Highway 421 recently underwent a restoration project to...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade returns to downtown Wilmington Saturday

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade returns to downtown Wilmington Saturday, Nov. 7, with military units, marching bands and veterans taking part in the annual event. Parade organizer Si Cantwell joined WWAY to discuss this year’s event, which will include a pre-parade performance and an...

Wilmington, NC · 3d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 2d

WilmingtonBiz

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Plans Submitted For Autumn Hall's Next Building

Plans are taking shape for the next building in Autumn Hall, a master-planned, mixed-use development off Eastwood Road in Wilmington. Developers submitted plans to the city of Wilmington this week for a new office building at 1010 Salt Creek Loop Road. The three-story project, which plans call Autumn Hall Building 6, would have a footprint of nearly 22,000 square feet, according to Brian Eckel, a partner with Cape Fear Development.

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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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 · 2d

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Onslow Memorial Hospital opens new medical office building

ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Onslow Memorial Hospital held a grand opening on Thursday for their new medical office building at Burton Park. The hospital says that the 37,800-square-foot medical office building marks a significant investment to expand access to high-quality outpatient and specialty healthcare services for not only Onslow County residents but surrounding communities […]

Onslow County, NC · 2d

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Cape Fear region General Assembly candidates on election results, plans for new session in Raleigh

Even with polls and analysts predicting a blue wave, the State Senate District 7 race outcome was a bit of a surprise. Democratic challenger Jessica Bichler, a political newcomer, defeated Republican incumbent Michael Lee by a strong margin — despite Lee’s broad base of support and multi-million-dollar war chest.

Wilmington, NC · 1d