Wilmington family opening new Thai restaurant in Hampstead
The family behind a handful of restaurants in Wilmington is opening a new Asian eatery in Hampstead. “It’s going to be Thai Zen,” said Mone Somsnith, who owns and operates Tokyo 101, Umaii Thai and Pho Vanhly Noodle House in Wilmington with her family and partners. She said the restaurants have many regular customers...
Several new businesses planned at Leland shopping center
As plans for another hotel in Leland face rejection, more commercial growth in one of Leland's busiest shopping centers is anticipated to appear this year. It's no secret businesses are flocking to Leland, some experiencing more challenges in earning approvals than others. Recently, several plans have been submitted,...
GE Aerospace invests $163M of $1B package in 4 North Carolina sites
(The Center Square) – Four sites in North Carolina from the coast to the mountains are part of a $1 billion investment by GE Aerospace in American manufacturing. Wilmington, Asheville, West Jefferson and Durham are targeted for a combined $163 million portion of the package. Overall, GE Aerospace says more than $275...
Cape Fear River Watch hosting oyster roast fundraiser this weekend
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear River Watch will host its second annual oyster roast fundraiser, Sip and Shuck, on Sunday, March 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Alley in The Cargo District. The event will feature oysters cultivated by the University of North Carolina Wilmington Shellfish...
Mt. Calvary Center to host free food distribution event in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Mt. Calvary Center will hold a free food distribution event Wednesday, March 11. The nonprofit said the event promotes awareness and provides resources to improve lives in communities throughout the region. The event will be held at 2709 Market Street and run from 10 a.m. to...
Battle of Moores Creek Bridge film spotlights key Revolutionary battle
North Carolina historians often insist the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge, fought just outside Wilmington, is unfairly ignored, despite being absolutely critical to the founding of our nation. Just following the anniversary of this key battle, the John Locke Foundation released a docudrama that tells the story. Expert...
NC charter review board reverses course, approves Pender County school after appeal
Weeks after the North Carolina Board of Education ordered a second look at a rejected charter application, the state Charter School Review Board voted Monday to move Cape View Leadership Academy closer to opening in Pender County, despite questions about its management contract and business model. The vote moves the...
City of Wilmington implementing reorganization, reportedly removes Code Enforcement Chief
The City Council got the explanation for the restructuring at its budget workshop in early February. At the time, new city manager Becky Hawke said it was a “tearing down” of the existing structure, and starting from the ground up. "So I've sort of described it like tentacles...
Wallace man charged after parking deck shooting in downtown Wilmington
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A Wallace man has been charged in connection with a shooting inside a downtown Wilmington parking deck early Sunday morning, according to the Wilmington Police Department (WPD). Rafael Martinez, 22, was charged with Felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill, Inflicting Serious...
Local Jack and Jill of America chapter to host inaugural Rise and Run 5K...
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– The Wilmington chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., will host the inaugural Rise and Run 5K fundraiser on Saturday, March 21, at Long Leaf Park. Attendees will enjoy a high-energy morning filled with community, fitness, music, and purpose. Organizers say this is a wonderful opportunity to...
