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Onslow County Schools getting new weapons system
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Onslow County Schools is getting a new weapon detection system for its high schools. In Tuesday’s school board meeting, the board unanimously approved starting the process of getting 23 systems for weapons detection. Those would cost about $1.8 million. This comes after several incidents last year at high schools in the […]
A noisy weekend ahead near Camp Lejeune
It’s going to get noisy near Camp Lejeune this weekend. Base officials say a unit that is preparing for deployment will be performing live fire training on Sunday during normally quiet hours. The training will take place at the G-10 Impact Area, east of Highway 172/ Sneads Ferry Road.
Hit the brakes: Stop outside this automotive shop for your next coffee break with Brewed Process
BEULAVILLE — This coffee truck created by Keren Reinford gives every visitor a boost of energy from both caffeine and her welcoming smile. Early into our interview, Reinford admitted that she is not the biggest fan of coffee. That didn’t stop her from pursuing her God-given talent for spreading love through her inviting personality and delicious beverages. The 23 year old founder of Brewed Process LLC situates her coffee truck...
Private company taking over “Surf City Live” to hold concert in November
SURF CITY, N.C. (WECT) - Following the end of the city’s Surf City Live concert series, private company Shoreline Events is taking over the mantle to host its first “Surf City Live NC” concert on Saturday, November 2. According to Mayor Pro-Tem Jeremy Shugarts, the concert will...
A bridge that's more than 100 years old in Pender will be replaced
A contract recently awarded by the N.C. Department of Transportation will replace a bridge on N.C. 210 over Long Creek that is more than 100 years old. The bridge built in 1921, while safe, is no longer up to current design standards, according to a news release from Lauren Haviland, spokeswoman for NCDOT.
Crews respond to woods fire started by lightning in Hampstead
PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Pender County crews responded to a woods fire Wednesday night, May 8, in Hampstead near Sloop Point Loop Road. According to a Pender County Emergency Management representative, the fire started around 8:00p.m. after lightning struck in the area. No injuries were reported and no homes...
Two charged with attempted murder after shooting in Wallace
WALLACE, N.C. (WECT) - Two people were arrested after a shooting on Brice Street in Wallace on Friday, May 3. Per the Wallace Police Department, officers responded to Brice Street and found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. He was airlifted and in critical condition. After a couple hours, investigators...
Carolina Strawberry Festival 5K brings out a great crowd
WALLACE — Wallace Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center residents cheered on the Carolina Strawberry Festival 5K runners on May 4. Wallace Parks and Recreation and Full Send Racing partnered together this year to bring the 2024 Carolina Strawberry Festival 5K Run and Walk to the lineup of weekend events. According to the festival website, the 5K Run and Walk was organized to support the community and a new inclusive playground at...
Former NC psych hospital staff allege they were told to falsify patient records
Days after her 21st birthday in March 2023, Mo Hatcher found herself short of breath and dizzy, feeling helpless at what she described as minor inconveniences to most people, but major events for her. Hatcher had a history of anxiety, but her panic attacks had become more frequent and intense, at times feeling like a heart attack, she said. Hatcher asked her parents to take her to Brynn Marr Hospital, a psychiatric facility near her home in Jacksonville, so she could gain better control of her anxiety.
Sailor hospitalized after two hovercraft collided during raining exercise involving U.S.S. Wasp and Camp Lejeune Marines
One sailor was flown to a Virginia Naval Hospital and remains in stable condition after a training exercise involving the U.S.S. Wasp and Marines from Camp Lejeune. The Navy says 35 sailors and Marines were injured last week when two hovercraft collided in the waters off Florida. Most of the...
Onslow Memorial Hospital hosts unique nurse recruitment at axe-throwing venue
Onslow County, NC — A hospital in our area is taking a fun approach to hiring nurses. Onslow Memorial Hospital will hold a recruitment fair at an axe-throwing venue in Jacksonville. The event will allow RN's and recent grads to apply for jobs in a laid-back atmosphere. They will...
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
On May 2nd, members of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office DWI Task Force conducted a traffic stop for a Chapter 20 Violation. After the traffic stop was made, a K9 was called to assist further. After a positive K9 alert to the odor of narcotics a probable cause search was conducted of the vehicle.
Sailor remains hospitalized in stable condition after USS Wasp accident
One sailor was flown to the Naval Hospital at Portsmouth and remains in stable condition after a training exercise involving the USS Wasp and Marines from Camp Lejeune. The Navy says 35 sailors and Marines were injured when two hovercraft collided in the waters off Florida Thursday. A third craft helped rescue the personnel on board.
Flower shops in the east prepare for Mother’s Day weekend
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Mother’s Day is on Sunday, and flower shops in Jacksonville are preparing bouquets to celebrate mothers. Bouquets of flowers are popular to show mother’s appreciation, which is why flower shops gather beautiful various florals for customers to give as gifts. “We have Calla Lilies,...
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