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Brunswick County awaits hundreds of new industrial jobs

With Corning Incorporated announcing big plans and jobs for Wilmington, Brunswick County also has several industrial developments in the pipeline. Brunswick County continues to grow in population and development, and two big manufacturing companies plan to bring hundreds of jobs to the area with the potential for a third. Brunswick Business and Industry Development has multiple projects under their arm amid receiving $6.275 million in grant funding from the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina. The funding will be used to improve the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park Megasite and prepare it for prospective industrial businesses. Some identified improvements include site clearing, rail bed construction and mitigation credits for wetland protection efforts. The park spans across 1,100 acres near the Brunswick-Columbus county border and is one of two megasites located in the county represented by Brunswick Business and Industry Development. The park also connects to the Port of Wilmington via a CSX main rail line. Currently, the North Carolina Department of Transportation is constructing an access road to the Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park, Brunswick Business and Industry Development Executive Director Bill Early said. Getting the road built and paved will increase marketing for the property, Early said. As improvements begin shaping

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HEALTH FIRST: Novant Health surgeon highlights warning signs of GERD

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - As the holiday season approaches with larger meals and richer foods, occasional indigestion is common for many people. However, for those living with chronic acid reflux, frequent discomfort could point to a more serious medical condition known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. Dr. Christopher Helak,...

Wilmington, NC · 1d
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Public hearing Nov. 17 on proposed Onslow shellfish leases

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries has scheduled a public hearing this month on five proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County. The hearing is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the Holly Ridge Community Center, 404 Sound Road, and by Webex. The...

Onslow County, NC · 12h
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Jacksonville Mall to host Community Connections with local nonprofits

JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County — Jacksonville Mall will host Community Connections on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will bring local nonprofits together with people looking for community resources and ways to get involved. Organizers say visitors can meet nonprofit groups and learn about services...

Jacksonville, NC · 1d
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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 · 6h

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All-way stop coming to NC 111 intersection

RICHLANDS — On Tuesday, Nov. 3, the intersection of NC 111 and Haw Branch Road was scheduled to be converted to an all-way stop. The intersection is just past the Duplin-Onslow County line in the Richlands area. According to a press release, the N.C. Department of Transportation installed new stop signs, flashers and pavement markings at the intersection, although the work is weather-dependent and could be rescheduled. “Over the last few years, NCDOT has implemented other mitigation strategies at this intersection including improvements to sight distance by clearing vegetation,” the press release stated. “Due to continued safety concerns, an all-way stop is warranted. NCDOT recommends an all-way stop only after a thorough evaluation of the intersection including analysis of traffic volumes, crash history, sight distance and a field investigation.“ According to NCDOT, an all-way stop is “a proven, cost-effective measure designed to enhance intersection safety and reduce the risk of serious crashes.” A 2023 NCDOT study showed that at nearly 350 rural intersections, all-way stop conversions reduce fatalities and serious injuries by 92%. Drivers should use caution when traveling near the area while the safety improvements are underway.

Richlands, NC · 2d

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Astronaut Christina Koch named grand marshal of Jacksonville holiday parade

NASA astronaut Christina Koch, who grew up in Jacksonville and attended White Oak High School, will serve as grand marshal of this year’s Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce Christmas Holiday Parade. According to Onslow County government officials, the America 250-themed parade is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21,...

Jacksonville, NC · 2d

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This Wilmington Patio Lineup Proves North Carolina Eats Outdoors Even When It Cools Down

I almost walked past it, a quiet patio tucked behind a plain building, until I caught the glow of a fire and the smell of something smoky drifting my way. That one detour turned a chilly evening into a meal I still think about. Here in North Carolina, cooler weather...

Wilmington, NC · 1d

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Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade returns to downtown Wilmington Saturday

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade returns to downtown Wilmington Saturday, Nov. 7, with military units, marching bands and veterans taking part in the annual event. Parade organizer Si Cantwell joined WWAY to discuss this year’s event, which will include a pre-parade performance and an...

Wilmington, NC · 2d

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Bridge demolition to begin next month in Wrightsville Beach

A section of U.S. Highway 74 over Lees Cut in Wrightsville Beach is expected to close beginning Nov. 30 as contract crews ready to demolish the West Salisbury Street bridge. Contractor Balfour Beatty plans to fully close West Salisbury Street from Pelican Drive to Lookout Harbor Way at 5 a.m. that day as part of Phase 1 of the Wrightsville Beach bridge replacement project. The anticipated start date may change based on when crews complete relocating utility lines.

Wrightsville Beach, NC · 1d

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We Found 10 North Carolina Libraries That Are Far More Beautiful Than You Might Expect

A robot fetches the books at one of these libraries. It’s called a bookBot, and it lets the building skip endless rows of shelves to make room for people instead. That detail hooked me fast. Then I learned another library on this list has an 85-foot Roman dome. Another...

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Kure Beach pups get otterly adorable at NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

KURE BEACH, New Hanover County — The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is sharing an otterly sweet update on its pups. The aquarium says the pups are beginning to lose their light silver coloring and develop gray coats. Their eyes are becoming more defined and should begin opening...

Kure Beach, NC · 17h

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Pet of the Week: Unnamed Calico from New Hanover Co. Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A calico cat estimated to be about 6 years old is looking for a permanent home, and a family willing to help her shed a few extra pounds — after being found abandoned in a local hotel. Shelter workers describe her as naturally timid, though...

New Hanover County, NC · 15h

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Meet native wildlife at Onslow Pines Park on Nov. 8

ONSLOW COUNTY, NC — Families can get a closer look at some of North Carolina’s native wildlife during a program at Onslow Pines Park this weekend. Onslow County Parks and Recreation is hosting Possumwood Acres Wildlife Sanctuary on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The program...

Onslow County, NC · 19h

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Camp Lejeune toxic water lawsuit: Advocates react to delayed settlement

ELIZABETHTOWN, N.C. — Marine Veteran Jerry Ensminger has waited almost thirty years for what he says thousands of people deserve. The two sides still haven’t settled in the Camp Lejeune toxic water lawsuit. “The reason that the global settlement wasn’t met was because of the Department of Justice,”...

Camp Lejeune, NC · 2d

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Call for captains: 2026 N.C. Holiday Flotilla registration opens with $14,000 in prizes

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Boat captains are invited to light up the waterways and compete for thousands of dollars in cash prizes as registration opens for the 2026 North Carolina Holiday Flotilla. Organizers are calling on local mariners to decorate their vessels and take part in the annual maritime...

Wrightsville Beach, NC · 1d

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Developer sues New Hanover County manager over Sledge Forest project

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Housing developer Copper Builders has filed a lawsuit accusing New Hanover County Manager Chris Coudriet of illegally blocking the 1,800-unit Hilton Bluffs development in Sledge Forest. The lawsuit claims the project cannot move forward without court action and argues county leadership crossed a legal...

New Hanover County, NC · 1d

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Brief Tornado Possible Across Norfolk, the Outer Banks, Greenville, Fayetteville, Wilmington and Florence as Storms Sweep Eastern North Carolina and Southeast Virginia With a 2 Percent Risk

GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA — A brief tornado can’t be ruled out across eastern North Carolina and southeast Virginia on Friday, November 6. A cold front pushing toward the Atlantic coast is bringing showers and thunderstorms to the region. The latest tornado risk outlook, updated early Thursday, shows a 2 percent chance of a tornado within 25 miles of any point. The risk area runs from Norfolk and the Outer Banks south through Elizabeth City, Greenville, Fayetteville and Wilmington, and into northeast South Carolina near Florence. The overall threat is low, but residents should stay weather aware through the day.

North Carolina · 1d

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Zeta Phi Beta’s Dr. LeShonda Wallace Makes History as the First Black Woman Elected to the New Hanover County Commission

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. soror Dr. LeShonda Wallace has been elected to the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners in North Carolina. According to her chapter, the win makes her the first African American woman elected to the commission. According to the StarNews, incumbent Rob Zapple received 56,259 votes...

New Hanover County, NC · 2d

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INTERVIEW: Jessica Bichler emerges as unofficial winner in N.C. Senate District 7 race

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Political newcomer Jessica Bichler has been declared the unofficial winner in the race for the District 7 seat in the state senate. Bichler defeated longtime Republican incumbent Michael Lee on Tuesday, receiving 48,310 votes to Lee’s 43,469. Her win was one of the big wins for Democrats in New Hanover County.

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