A Garden Journey Through North Carolina
From Murphy to Manteo, North Carolina is home to a variety of vibrant cities, each with its own unique charm. Whenever I travel across the state, I seek out places with gardens to enjoy. Here are just a few favorites. CHARLOTTE: A GARDEN ESCAPE AMID THE URBAN BUZZ. Known for...
Four Great Reads, One Beloved Bookshop
Kay Zimmerman has owned the Used Bookery on Market Street for 26 years, and her shelves reflect it with a wide, well-organized mix of paperbacks and hardcovers, from children’s books to true crime and nearly everything in between. Prices are affordable, and you can bring in gently used books for store credit.
A Community-First Law Firm
In a profession often defined by transactions, Horton & Mendez focuses on something more enduring. On any given weekend in Wilmington, it is not unusual to see members of the Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys team out in the community. Whether at a neighborhood event, fundraiser, or a local gathering, firm...
Mark your calendar: Southport Springfest set for April
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - Southport Springfest is set to return this April for a full day of community celebration. The festival will feature live music, handmade arts and crafts, children’s activities, plant sales and local food vendors. Attendees can enjoy live musical entertainment throughout the day, along with a...
NC Coastal Federation to remove lost fishing gear in Brunswick County
The N.C. Coastal Federation is continuing to remove lost fishing gear and crab pots from coastal waters, with crews to begin work searching in Brunswick County.
New Hanover Co. man arrested following overdose death
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A man in New Hanover County is facing various narcotics charges following a death earlier this year. According to the Wilmington Police Department (WPD), officers responded to a call about an unconscious man in the 4900 block of Market Street on Jan. 23. Officers...
Finding Light in the Trees
Elizabeth Sheats’ journey from interior design to Azalea Festival artist is shaped by loss, hope, and Wilmington’s live oaks. Elizabeth Sheats grew up in Wilmington looking forward to the North Carolina Azalea Festival each spring. She watched the parade, wandered the street fair and, years later, stood among the...
NCDOT proposes changes at key Surf City intersections
PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) held a public meeting Monday to discuss a proposed traffic improvement project at several intersections in Surf City, driven by the area’s growing population. The project targets NC-210, NC-50, and Belt Road. Areas that have seen...
The Hidden Tax Mistake Wilmington Tech Employees Make with RSUs
Sponsored Content provided by John B Zachary - Wealth Advisor, Pathfinder Wealth Consulting. The following column was written by Chris Walsh. For many Wilmington tech professionals, restricted stock units (RSUs) make up a growing share of total compensation and often a growing share of long-term wealth. In...
Pender County commissioners approve sand mining special use permit
PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The Pender County Board of Commissioners passed a special use permit for a proposed sand mining operation during its meeting Monday, according to a county spokesperson. According to agenda documents, the special use permit application was submitted by Ward and Smith, P.A., on behalf of...
