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Arrest warrant issued Nov. 3 alleges fentanyl packaging, intent to sell in Sept. 3 case

An arrest warrant issued Nov. 3 charges Kayla Natalie Messex, 23, of Sneads Ferry, with two felonies involving fentanyl and one misdemeanor count of possessing drug paraphernalia. The warrant lists Sept. 3 as the offense date. It alleges Messex possessed fentanyl with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver it and...

Sneads Ferry, NC · 1d

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Capt'n Bill's Signs $1.7M Deal for Second Volleyball Spot in Holly Ridge

Capt'n Bill's Backyard Grill, the Wilmington volleyball bar and brewery that's been pouring beer and running sand courts since 1992, is bringing its second location to Holly Ridge. Co-owner Brookes Musser has signed papers to purchase 12 acres along U.S. Highway 17 South for $1.7 million, with the goal of opening by the end of 2027.

Holly Ridge, NC · 1d

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Sheriff: three people facing charges after drugs found in stolen vehicle in Onslow County

ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office said they arrested three people after a deputy was alerted of a stolen vehicle from the car’s dash camera that’s equipped with an Automatic License Plate Reader. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies made a traffic stop on November 5 after they were alerted of […]

Onslow County, NC · 2d

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A major shoe store is days from opening in Wilmington

A national shoe store brand is ready to open the doors to its first Wilmington location. Designer Shoe Warehouse, better known as DSW, will celebrate the opening of its first store in the Port City with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 12 at 9 a.m. Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo and city council members Salette Andrews and JC Lyle are expected to attend. A grand opening event is also scheduled for Nov. 14 and Nov. 15 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Prior coverage: Shoe store to open its first Wilmington location Located at the University Centre shopping complex at 322 S. College Road in Wilmington, the new location will offer a wide assortment of footwear and accessories from leading brands. Those include Steve Madden, Sam Edelman, New Balance, Adidas and UGG, as well as Aetrex foot-scanning technology and Imbox shoe protection services, according to a news release from DSW. The grand opening weekend will feature a live DJ, a local coffee truck, complimentary Wilmington-branded DSW tote bags, gift card giveaways, special shopping promotions and opportunities for DSW VIP members to receive a custom bag charm. DSW has more than 430 stores across 44 states. It's one of two recent openings

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Swansboro police warn of suspicious person reportedly attempting to enter homes

What is the description of the suspicious person in Outrigger Drive?. Why is Swansboro Police warning residents about the suspicious person?. The Swansboro Police Department is asking residents to remain vigilant following reports of a suspicious person allegedly attempting to enter homes in the Outrigger Drive area. According to police,...

Swansboro, NC · 2d

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Michelin Found This North Carolina Pizza Hiding Behind a Tiny Alley Window

Some of the best meals in North Carolina start with a little confusion, like wondering if you are even in the right spot. You follow your nose past shops and murals, and suddenly there is a small walk-up window with a wood-fired oven glowing behind it. The pizza that comes...

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Wilson Center announces 2027 music, comedy performances

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College has announced three performances for 2027, including a concert featuring Texas singer-songwriters Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll. The lineup also includes the Bored Teachers comedy tour and comedian Henry Cho’s “It’s What I Do” tour....

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Pender County families could see school assignments change under draft proposals

PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - As Pender County Schools prepares for growth, draft boundary changes could send at least 1,200 elementary students and up to 1,125 middle school students to different schools. The district has not approved a plan. A final scenario is expected to be selected in January 2027,...

Pender County, NC · 2d

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Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn says business isn’t for sale as property is listed

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn says it has no plans to close after the property housing its Wilmington restaurant was listed for sale. In a Facebook post, Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn stated the property at 4002 Oleander Drive is for sale, but the business is not.

Wilmington, NC · 10h

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Three-vehicle crash after driver crossed centerline on Burgaw Highway, troopers say

ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - The State Highway Patrol said they responded to a three-vehicle crash on Monday after a vehicle crossed over the center line. A vehicle traveling west on Burgaw Highway crossed the centerline and hit two vehicles traveling east, according to troopers. This happened on the stretch of road between Harris Creek Road and Blue Creek Road.

Onslow County, NC · 2d

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Police investigating vehicle-bicycle crash in Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) —Police are investigating a crash involving a vehicle and a bicycle in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon. The crash happened around 3 p.m. at the intersection of Market Street and Lennon Drive. The crash involved one vehicle and one person riding a bicycle. Officers responded to the scene...

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Al’s Burger Shack announces plans for new Wilmington location

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Al’s Burger Shack is planning to open a new restaurant in Wilmington, expanding its presence in the Cape Fear region. The restaurant will be located at 1111 Center Point Drive, Suite 131, in the new Center Point development. The location will include an outdoor patio.

Wilmington, NC · 13h

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The Disappearance of Gaston Callum

48 year old Gaston Callum was last seen in Wilmington, North Carolina on October 1, 2010. He hasn’t been seen since. On October 1, 2010, Gaston Callum was last seen in Wilmington, North Carolina. He hasn’t been seen or heard from since. Callum had been living on Monticello...

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Landfall Home Sale Shatters Community's Previous Price Record

The $10 million sale of a home in Wilmington's Landfall community near Wrightsville Beach recently broke the high-end residential development's previous record, according to a real estate firm. The five-bedroom house at 2316 Ocean Point Drive along the Intracoastal Waterway sold for $10 million to members of the Middleton family,...

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Two men charged in Metting Road shooting in Wilmington

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Two men face charges after arrest warrants allege they shot at a home on Metting Road in Wilmington. Zeer Nafis Cannady, 33, and Davonte Baskerville, 33, are each charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury, discharging a firearm into occupied property and felony conspiracy.

Wilmington, NC · 12h

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UNCW student removed from campus after suspected concealed camera found in dorm bathroom

In a message sent Wednesday afternoon, UNCW told students about a “troubling incident of student privacy in Pelican Hall.”. “On Tuesday, Nov. 10, students notified Housing and Residence Life staff about a suspicious device in a single-occupancy, fourth-floor bathroom,” according to a message from the Office of University Relations on behalf of UNCW Police, Housing and Residence Life, Title IX Office, and other offices and student support services.

Wilmington, NC · 6h

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10 North Carolina Fabric Shops Where Quilters Lose Track of Time Among Walls of Bolts

You pull into a plain little parking lot, expecting a quick stop for a spool of thread. Then the door swings open, and suddenly you are surrounded by color stacked floor to ceiling, and your afternoon quietly disappears. North Carolina is full of these unassuming quilt shops that turn a...

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Vandalism blamed for CO2 leak in downtown Wilmington

Several emergency crews responded to a reported gas leak Sunday morning, according to a Wilmington Fire Department spokesperson.

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New Restaurant Channels Greek Isles

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,...

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