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WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The 2027-2028 school calendar for Pender County students is now approved, but many parents are not happy about it. The Pender County School Board voted to approve the calendar after discussion at its most recent meeting on Monday. [Previous story: Pender County school board approves 2027-28...
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...
Which Disabled American Veterans chapter organized the Jacksonville ceremony?. What other events honored veterans across eastern North Carolina?. Why does the ceremony emphasize sacrifices for 'body, mind, and soul'?. Veterans, families and community members gathered in Jacksonville on Veterans Day to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed...
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...
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,...
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - On Thursday, North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt visited Coastal Carolina Community College. As part of her Future Ready Community College Tour, Hunt visited some of the college’s programs. She visited the welding shop, observed the dental hygiene and dental assisting program, and the powerline technician class.
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.
Cucalorus is taking over downtown Wilmington this fall for four days of film, performance and conversation during its 32nd annual film festival.
Wilmington faces a sharp weekend cooldown before temperatures rebound toward 70 degrees next week.
Wilmington and its island beaches will welcome athletes, spectators and their families for one of the region’s premier race weekends in mid-November. The 2026 Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K/5K will take place on Sunday, November 15 and is expected to draw thousands of participants to the destination, showcasing Wilmington’s historic downtown, scenic riverfront and vibrant community.
This month, Copper Builders, the proposed developers of the Hilton Bluffs project in Sledge Forest, filed a lawsuit in Superior Court against New Hanover County, alleging due process violations and that the County Manager has “ill will” toward them. The suit is just the latest chapter in the...
