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Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area announces date for sixth mission

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area will take veterans to Washington, D.C., on April 17, 2027, for the nonprofit’s sixth trip to visit the nation’s war memorials. The organization, which was established in 2020 as a hub of the national Honor Flight Network,...

Wilmington, NC · 2d
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Eastern NC honors veterans with green lights, flag displays and ceremonies

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11. Here are upcoming events and tributes announced across the region. County buildings are being illuminated green through Nov. 11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans. Beaufort County is encouraging residents, businesses and community groups to display a green light in support of veterans.

Beaufort County, NC · 2d
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Wilmington names Kimberly Seaton human resources director

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Wilmington has named Kimberly Seaton its new human resources director. Seaton will start Dec. 14 and oversee the city’s recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, workforce development and performance management. She will also guide human resources policies and programs and support employee development, according to city officials.

Wilmington, NC · 2d
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Leland launches first mobile app for town services and news

Leland has launched its first mobile app, giving residents another way to access town services and receive local updates.

Leland, NC · 2d
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Brunswick County veterans arts program expands, plans Belville facility

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A Brunswick County arts program for veterans is expanding to serve first responders and other frontline workers, with plans for a new facility in Belville. The Veterans Creative Arts Program announced its new name, Frontline Arts Initiative, during a Nov. 8 reception at Brunswick Beer...

Brunswick County, NC · 2d

Carolina Public Press

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Bringing maternal healthcare to rural NC. Grant-powered community health centers offer hope.

From the mountains of Graham Co. to coastal Pender County, community health centers are providing essential maternal health services.

North Carolina · 2d

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Lithium-ion batteries banned from household trash, recycling starting Dec. 1

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Lithium-ion batteries tossed in the trash can spark fires in garbage trucks and recycling facilities, a risk New Hanover County officials hope a new North Carolina law will help reduce. Starting Dec. 1, the law makes it illegal to put lithium-ion batteries in household trash or...

New Hanover County, NC · 2d

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Brunswick, Pender Co. gas stations get letters amid NC Fuel Check complaints

SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - Attorney Jeff Jackson says that his office has followed up on 51 consumer complaints about gas stations since launching N.C. Fuel Check. North Carolina’s 41-cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline and diesel is suspended from Oct. 10 through Nov. 30 under a law signed by Gov. Josh Stein in October.

Pender County, NC · 5d

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Drive-In Turkey Bingo returns to Pender County

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Pender County Parks and Recreation is hosting its Drive-In Turkey Bingo event on Sunday, November 22, at locations in Burgaw and Hampstead. According to the department, participants can enjoy five rounds of bingo with opportunities to win frozen turkeys, pies, gift cards, and more.

Pender County, NC · 5d

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Freedom Fountain observance honors Jacksonville service members

JACKSONVILLE, N.C.- (WNCT) The Onslow Civic Affairs Committee honored service members who have passed through Onslow County through their Freedom Fountain Observance. The Freedom Fountain is next to Jacksonville city hall and represents the strong relationship between Jacksonville community and the military community. The observance is meant to renew the water of the fountain and […]

Jacksonville, NC · 5d

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Onslow Memorial Opens 37,800-Square-Foot Burton Park Clinic, Debt-Free

Onslow Memorial Hospital celebrated the grand opening of its new medical office building at Burton Park on Thursday, November 5, 2026, unveiling a 37,800-square-foot facility with more than 35 exam and procedure rooms that will start seeing patients next Tuesday, November 10. The new building brings dermatology, general surgery, and ear, nose and throat care under one roof, along with expanded diagnostic offerings including X-rays, ultrasounds, and hearing and balance testing.

Onslow County, NC · 5d

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Wilmington festival brings families together to remember 1898 massacre and coup

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Ahead of the anniversary of the 1898 Wilmington Massacre and Coup, community members, historians and descendants gathered Saturday for a special event aimed at remembering the past, preserving history and promoting healing. The inaugural 1898 Family Reunion and Healing Festival was held Saturday, Nov. 7,...

Wilmington, NC · 3d

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Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area announces date for sixth mission

Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area will take veterans to Washington, D.C., on April 17, 2027, for the nonprofit’s sixth trip to visit the nation’s war memorials.

Washington, DC · 2d

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Wreath-laying set to honor Marine who died in Okinawa training

Where is the wreath-laying ceremony for Lance Corporal Devin J. Hernandez held?. Why is the Marine Corps investigating Lance Corporal Devin J. Hernandez's death?. A wreath will be placed at Jacksonville’s Freedom Fountain Monday, November 9 to honor a Camp Lejeune-based Marine who died after a training exercise in Okinawa.

Jacksonville, NC · 2d

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Sunday Edition: Behind the Blue Wave

Much has been said, written, posted, memed, and shouted into the ether about the election results. I’ve heard it called Blue Wave 2.0. The recently rebranded Washington Sun, formerly NOTUS, called it a “Bluenami.” The Assembly dubbed it the “Republicans’ Red Wedding” (if you missed the Game of Thrones reference, just know it’s a wedding, and it goes very badly). Though polling, pundits, and prediction markets all pointed to Democrats making significant gains this year, plenty of people — myself included — were genuinely shocked at how many races they won and by how much, from coast to coast, up and down the ballot, even in places you wouldn’t expect.

New Hanover County, NC · 3d

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Wilmington renters face tighter apartment market, study says

Demand is up in Wilmington for places to live. More specifically, for apartments. According to a study from apartment-related blog RentCafe, the rental market is getting hotter in Wilmington, defying a statewide trend observed in other small North Carolina cities. So what does this mean for Wilmington-area residents? RentCafe’s study , which published Oct. 8, suggests that renters will have a tougher time finding an apartment in the competitive market. Occupancy rates for apartments are rising, and the apartments themselves are sitting vacant for less time. This trend comes alongside Wilmington’s overall growth as populations all over the region continue to climb. Meanwhile, rent prices are also increasing, with one study finding that rents increased 13% between 2023 and 2026 – almost double the statewide rate of 7%. More: It now takes $90K+ to live comfortably in NC. What about Wilmington? How competitive is Wilmington’s rental market? RentCafe scored cities on the Rental Competitiveness Index, a tool that accounted for factors like occupancy rates, average vacant days, lease renewal rate, and the number of prospective renters in a city. Wilmington scored a 78.2 on this scale -- up from 74.2 last year and well over the national average of 73.9.

Wilmington, NC · 4d

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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 · 9d

Star News

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Major doughnut-and-coffee chain delays expanding in Brunswick

(This story has been updated to add new information.) A Massachusetts-based donut and coffee company has some delays in opening new locations in Brunswick County . With one location in Leland and another in Shallotte, three more Dunkins are slowly making their way to the area. There are only two existing Dunkin' locations operating in the county, one standalone Dunkin' in Leland and an in-store counter inside the Walmart Supercenter in Shallotte. County planning staff previously approved a standalone Dunkin' location at 4875 Long Beach Road SE, commonly known as N.C. 133, and another at 28 Blanton Road, Supply. The town of Carolina Shores approved plans for a third new location as well, to be constructed near the new Publix site. Construction is currently underway on the Long Beach Road location between a Food Lion-anchored retail area and Hampton Inn & Suites. The walls are up, but it is running behind schedule. Previous coverage: Major doughnut-and-coffee chain to open two more Brunswick stores Both the Supply and Southport area locations are owned by Dunkin' franchisee George Ross and will be completely new builds, former Senior Public Relations Specialist Julia Voutour previously told the StarNews. Approved plans for the Southport area

Brunswick County, NC · 5d

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Southport bagel shop gets a 3-foot surprise customer

SOUTHPORT, Brunswick County — Bagel Dock Express had a customer who definitely wasn’t there for the cream cheese: a 3-foot alligator. The gator made its way inside the Southport shop on October 29. Southport Police Department officers and Animal Protective Services Officer Ward safely captured it and relocated...

Southport, 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 · 5d