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Newest inductees enshrined in ED Athletics Hall of Fame
On a night filled with flashing cameras and timeless memories, six Panther legends stepped onto the stage, plaques in hand, to join the 2026 East Duplin High School Athletics Hall of Fame. Their legacy of academic triumph, athletic success and fierce loyalty that spans nearly six decades continues to strengthen the very foundation of their beloved alma mater. The enshrined group includes Aaron Miller (Class of 2007), Ebony Green (Class of 1998), Carson Williams (Class of 2014), Joe Sholar (Class of 1971), Bobby Lanier (posthumous, Class of 1955) and Joey Jones. “East Duplin is more than a school, it’s our home,” said Barbara Sholar, president of the EDHS Booster Club. “No matter where you go, East Duplin will always be home. Although we take tonight to honor our inductees, we must always remember that East Duplin’s legacy is still being written today.” Each inductee had their own speaker who shared stories and accolades about them during a ceremony held Saturday evening at The Country Squire. Joey Jones A 1975 graduate of Jones Senior, Joey Jones arrived at East Duplin in 1999 and took over the soccer program in 2000. He managed to mesh two different styles of play and personalities.
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SCC to Host Entrepreneurship Program
A nationally-known entrepreneur will host a special program at Southeastern Community College Monday. Entrepreneur, philanthropist and business leader Brian Hamilton, founder of Sageworks and star of ABC’s Free Enterprise, will share his perspective on entrepreneurship, business ownership and creating your own path to financial independence. The event will also feature a fireside chat with Nathan Moore, director of SCC’s Small Business Center.
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CFCC launches hands-on film and digital media courses
Cape Fear Community College is introducing a lineup of short-term training courses this fall aimed at preparing students for careers in film production and digital media.
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Laney football falls to Northside Jacksonville in Tuesday makeup game
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Laney jumped out to an early lead Tuesday night, but Northside Jacksonville rallied in the second half to hand the Buccaneers a 28-7 loss in a makeup game. The rare Tuesday night matchup began a quick turnaround for Laney, which entered the game just days after picking up its first win of the season.
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5 Things That Change in North Carolina’s Beach Towns Once School Starts Back
The sand dunes look the same in September as they did in July. The road in front of them doesn’t. These are the things that change in North Carolina’s beach towns once school starts back. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Traffic fines and school-zone rules...
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CFCC to showcase mapping technology, career paths at GIS event
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Community College will host a GIS Career Discovery Night later this month for people interested in learning more about mapping technology and related careers. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 24, at 5 p.m. at CFCC’s North Campus, 4500 Blue Clay Road,...
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NC report cards show highest, lowest-performing Wilmington-area schools
The grades are out for North Carolina's public schools. North Carolina public schools achieved a record-high graduation rate and improved performance on most standardized tests in 2025-26, according to data released by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction on Sept. 2. The four-year cohort graduation rate rose to 88.8% in 2025-26, an improvement from the record 87.8% of the previous academic year. “These academic achievement results are a testament to the incredible work happening across North Carolina’s public schools,” North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction Maurice Green said in a news release. “While I am pleased to see these results trending positively, including our highest graduation rate ever, I look forward to continued progress as we aim to achieve education excellence for all North Carolina public school students and become the best public education system in the nation.” Performance grades were released for schools throughout the state. Here are the grades schools in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties received. New Hanover County Schools Codington Elementary: A Isaac Bear Early College High: A Masonboro Elementary: A SEA-Tech: A Wilmington Early College High: A Wrightsville Beach Elementary: A Anderson Elementary: B Ashley High: B Bellamy Elementary: B Carolina Beach Elementary:
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Football: Clinton rolls past East Bladen 55-26
CLINTON — Gavin Miller ran for three touchdowns and Elijah Bryant passed for two Friday, Sept. 11 as Clinton outscored East Bladen 55-26 in a non-conference high school football game. Riley Collins ran for three touchdowns and 119 yards for East Bladen (2-2), which lost its second straight game...
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Ashley football falls to Fike, 46-27
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Ashley and Fike traded scores early Friday night, but the Golden Demons pulled away for a 46-27 win over the Screaming Eagles. Fike struck first when quarterback Delarin Finch connected with Braylen Loften on a short pass that Loften took into the end zone. The extra point was no good, giving the Golden Demons a 6-0 lead.
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South Columbus football earns walk-off overtime win over West Brunswick, 22-21
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WWAY) — South Columbus came away with a dramatic 22-21 overtime win over West Brunswick on Friday night. The Stallions struck first when Gentry Thompson scored on a 2-yard touchdown run to put South Columbus up 7-0. South Columbus added to the lead when Jaxon Green found the end zone on fourth down, making it 14-0. West Brunswick answered with a big play from Motashi Lance, who broke free for a 49-yard touchdown to cut the deficit to 14-7.
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The Blitz: Week 4 High School football scores from across ENC
What was the result of the Wilson Prep Academy vs Northeastern game on September 10?. Which teams played at 7 p.m. on September 11 in the ENC high school football schedule?. Why were most games scheduled for 7 p.m. on September 10 and 11?. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10. SouthWest Edgecombe at...
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UNCW looks ahead with 10-year master plan amid continued growth
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — As students settle into the 2026-27 academic year, the University of North Carolina Wilmington is already looking toward the future. With continued enrollment and growth expected, the university is using a 10-year master plan to guide campus development and expand resources for students, faculty, and staff.