Wilmington NC

After complaints from neighbors living in Sunset Park, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) has approved fugitive dust plans for manufacturing facilities at Wilmington’s port.

SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — After the tragic shooting in Southport that left three dead and multiple people injured the community is wondering whether there should be a permanent memorial. Music, raffles and cold drinks at a fundraising event over the weekend at the yacht basin in Southport. Southport resident...

There’s just one more joint meeting set between the county commission and its planning board before the new plan will be released next month. At a county commission meeting this week, Planning Director Rebekah Roth presented on its goal areas, which are focused on infrastructure, quality of place, and environmental...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Historic Wilmington Foundation is slated to host ‘Bourbon, Boots & BBQ’ this November. Organizers say proceeds from the event will “support Historic Wilmington Foundation’s mission to preserve and protect the historic resources of Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear Region.”. Guests...

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) has located 23-year-old Jewel Marlowe. According to the BCSO, she was located and is now safe.

LELAND, N.C. (WECT) - The Leland Town Council has unanimously voted to ban open burns for land-clearing purposes within town limits during their meeting on Oct. 20. The ban follows concerns from residents about developers’ open burning in the area, and the visibility and air quality impacts of the fires.

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - State transportation officials presented details on a proposed Highway 31 extension at a public hearing Monday evening. In the hearing, officials outlined seven alternative routes for the project spanning both Carolinas. Staff from the South Carolina (SCDOT) and North Carolina Departments of...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – Lip Sync for the Cure is returning to downtown Wilmington this weekend, bringing together performers and the community to raise money for local children battling cancer. The ninth annual event will take place Saturday, Oct. 25, at Savard Beer and Board, with doors opening at...

CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A block party to raise money for blood cancer research reached a record-breaking $30,000 in Carolina Beach. Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar wrapped up the fourth annual Fresh & Raw Tour on Oct. 18, raising funds for Blood Cancer United through food, drinks, “Shuck Off Cancer” apparel, raffles,...

PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A road in Pender County is shut down for a pipe replacement. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), Slocum Trail is closed in both directions from Point Caswell Road to N.C. 53 to replace a crossline pipe. The work will improve drainage...