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Chick-fil-A still on the way to Wallace
WALLACE — The Wallace Town Council received an update on a number of growth projects at the monthly meeting on Sept. 10. Perhaps the most talked-about development coming to Wallace is the Chick-fil-A, which will be located near Eastwood Acres. During the council reports portion of last Thursday’s meeting, Councilwoman Penny Thorne asked Planning Director Rod Fritz about the status of the popular fast food chain, because a resident had noticed there was still a “for sale” sign near the property. “Chick-fil-A is still coming; we’re under a contract,” Fritz responded, adding that it should be opening in the fall of 2027. One of the major hold-ups, said Town Manager Rob Taylor, is that the Chick-fil-A owners would like a stoplight near the establishment, which would be at the corner of NC Highway 41 and Eastwood Road, but the town and franchise are at the mercy of the NC Department of Transportation. “Make sure that in the newspaper, you say we’re doing all we can do,” joked Councilman Jason Davis. “[Another] one of the big hold-ups was paving the road, and the road is now paved, to my understanding, so we should be moving forward,” Fritz added. Work recently started
travelmag.com
You’ll Happily Drive Across North Carolina For These 8 Donut Shops Frying Fresh Every Morning
Sugar crystals on the steering wheel are a sure sign the morning went right. Across North Carolina, some of the most memorable breakfasts come from plain little counters, strip-mall storefronts, and salty boardwalk windows where the fryer gets going before most folks are awake. The donuts come out hot, the...
Star News
Where to find a slice of Southern layer cake history in Wilmington
The little layer cake, so called because it's composed of lots of little layers, is a Southern tradition that dates to the 1800s and can be found throughout the South, including at Wilmington-area bakeries. The minimum number of layers is thought to be 10 but some cakes reach heights of 18 or 20 layers of extraordinarily thin, individually baked layers of vanilla or yellow cake that are draped with icing before the next layer is added – making an ideal (for some) ratio of cake to frosting. The most traditional versions use a boiled chocolate fudge or caramel icing that soaks slightly into the layers. News outlets like Southern Living magazine and The New York Times have written about this cake tradition, from Alabama chocolate layer cakes to what’s known as the Smith Island Cake of Maryland. Here’s a look at where you can find one , or a slice. More: Look for drip-down-your-elbow sandwiches at this new Wilmington shop Nancy Jo’s Homemade This bakery has a 37-year history in North Carolina, including a Brunswick County location at 8600 E. Oak Island Drive. Their desserts include cakes, pies and a popular banana bread. But their signature dessert is a 12-layer
unearththevoyage.com
This Amish Store In South Carolina Bakes Bread, Pies, And Cookies So Fresh They’re Still Warm
Some of the best food finds in South Carolina hide right along the highway, easy to zoom past without a second look. Imagine catching the scent of warm bread and cookies before you even reach the front door. There’s a little store near the coast where the baked goods come...
WECT
WECT NEWS NOW: Shuckin’ Shack hosts ‘One Day, One Cause’ fundraisers for blood cancer patients
SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar is hosting ‘One Day One Cause’ this weekend to support blood cancer research and patients in the community. Darren Keeler, vice president of marketing for Shuckin’ Shack, joined Randy Aldridge on WECT News Now to discuss the initiative, which is part of the restaurant’s September “Turn the Tide” campaign partnering with Blood Cancer United.
WECT
SeaWitch Tiki Bar hosting farewell celebration for iconic ‘Record Weekend’ mural
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A cherished piece of public art that has served as a vibrant backdrop for coastal music lovers is getting a heartfelt send-off before upcoming renovations begin. The SeaWitch Tiki Bar will host a free farewell celebration honoring “Record Weekend,” a landmark mural created by Charlotte-based...
WWAY NewsChannel 3
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar announces cancer benefit events for this weekend
CAPE FEAR REGION, NC (WWAY) — Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar will host benefit events Saturday, Sept. 26, as part of the restaurant’s Turn The Tide September campaign supporting blood cancer patients. September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. According to Shuckin’ Shack, donations, proceeds from Shuck Cancer apparel,...
Only In Your State
North Carolina's Best Donut Shop Sells Exactly One Thing
There is no menu at North Carolina’s best donut shop because there is nothing to decide. You get a glazed donut. That is the entire product line and has been since 1939, and people still stand in a line that wraps the boardwalk for an hour in July to get one. The glaze is a […]
Star News
The last call for this Carolina Beach bar is coming soon
Since opening in 1995, the SeaWitch Tiki Bar has become a staple of the Carolina Beach social scene. While the bar and restaurant at 227 Carolina Beach Ave. N. is known for live music and open-air, palm-tree-lined deck spaces, it has also served holiday meals, hosted community fundraisers and been a filming location . Jenni and Alex Gilewicz owned the property for many years, with Jenni Gilewicz taking over the business after managing it for a previous owner. The Gilewiczes in turn sold the property in 2023 to the Virginia Beach-based Harmony Hospitality . Plans are now underway to develop the property with a resort hotel, an oceanfront amenity center, and a new restaurant. First, though, fans and locals can say goodbye to the current tiki bar. Oct. 3 will be its final day open. More: Future uncertain for Carolina Beach amusement rides after land deal Last call before closing The current owners of SeaWitch are planning a few special events before the doors shutter for good. That includes an all-day Grand Finale Party with a full lineup of live music on Sept. 26. "It's been a big music venue. That's a huge part of the popularity,” said Grant Meyer,
WWAY NewsChannel 3
Free Chick-fil-A breakfast offer available this week in Wilmington, Shallotte and Leland
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Participating Chick-fil-A restaurants in the Wilmington, Shallotte and Leland areas are offering a free breakfast item through the company’s app this week. From Sept. 14 through Sept. 19, customers who open the Chick-fil-A app can redeem either a Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit or Spicy Chicken...
Star News
Wilmington's third Wawa celebrates opening in style
They went gaga over Wawa. An enthusiastic throng of Wawa aficionados lined up in the early hours of Sept. 17 for the grand opening of the popular convenience store’s third location in New Hanover County . The new Wawa at 9010 Senca Drive, the 20th such store in North Carolina, is in the northern part of the county, near the Pender County border. “I get emotional really quick,” said Kate Reeder, the Wawa general manager who put a pair of giant scissors to use during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “It’s really exciting to see this come to a fruition.” Let the party begin Wawa celebrated the occasion in Wawa style, creating a festive atmosphere that included giveaways, live music from the American Leadership Academy Coastal rock band, a hoagie-building contest, and Wally Goose, the Wawa mascot. “We like to party,” said Alyson Mucha, the company’s public relations supervisor. “… We don’t go anywhere quietly. We don’t go anywhere without confetti.” Two other Wawas opened in Wilmington earlier this year at 6800 Carolina Beach Road on May 28 and at 2402 South 17th St. on Aug. 13. In addition, the Wilmington City Council approved a rezoning for a Wawa to be built
WECT
Cape Fear Foodie: Dining on a budget in South Front
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - It seems like every day, you look around and something else has gone up in price. Whether it be gasoline, or even dinner at your favorite restaurant, things are just simply more expensive. As you try to stick to your budget, remember you don’t have to sacrifice a good meal or a dinner date to stay within your limits.
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Wilmington Coffee Fest returns this weekend to the Cargo District
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Coffee lovers will have plenty to sip and sample this weekend as Wilmington Coffee Fest returns to the Cargo District. The two-day event begins Friday, Sept. 18, with activities for the local coffee industry, including vendor cuppings, discussions, networking and a judged coffee competition at Azalea Station.