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‘It was worth every single minute’: 109 people become U.S. citizens at Southport’s Naturalization Ceremony
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - More than 100 people from different corners of the world gathered on the Fort Johnston Lawn in Southport Wednesday afternoon. They couldn’t have come from more different upbringings and backgrounds, but just two hours after they all met, they all had one new thing in common: they were all new American citizens.
Thousands attend North Carolina Fourth of July festival in Southport
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Thousands of people came out Thursday morning to enjoy Southport’s annual Independence Day parade, which is all part of the North Carolina 4th of July festival. This is the 52nd year that Southport has held the official North Carolina 4th of July Festival, though...
Fired New Hanover County Schools superintendent and his attorney respond
A day after being fired as superintendent for New Hanover County Schools, Charles Foust said he was proud of the students and employees and wished the district "nothing but the best." Late Tuesday night, after a closed session, the New Hanover County Board of Education voted 5-0 to terminate Foust's contract, effective immediately....
Fort Fisher to re-create lost parts of fort, including underground tunnel
After more than 163 years, parts of Fort Fisher that had been destroyed by time will appear more complete than ever thanks to construction recreating a lost part of the fort. Known as the 'Lifeline of the Confederacy,' Fort Fisher became one of the most important forts of the Civil War. Despite that significant history, wilderness overtook Fort Fisher when the war ended. Time, nature and erosion took large chunks of the fort's earthworks. During WWII, the fort was used once again, and part of the fort was destroyed in order to build an airstrip.
‘Handcuffs won’t provide that solution’: Wilmington city leaders react to SCOTUS decision to allow cities to ban homeless camping
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A U.S. Supreme Court ruling is impacting cities nationwide, and Wilmington is no exception. Justices ruled cities can make it illegal for homeless people to sleep outside. It’s a controversial ruling that has leaders in the community, split. Katelyn Mattox with the Good Shepherd Center...
World War II Veteran celebrates Independence Day just 10 days before his 100th birthday
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - This year’s Fourth of July holds a special meaning to one of our local veterans. In just 10 days, Eugene Black will turn 100 years old on July 14. Black has seen a lot in the past century. Black entered the Navy in 1941 during World War II. He worked mainly on cargo ships in the steam engine room.
USCIS welcomes 125 new U.S. Citizens during Independence Day Celebration in Southport
SOUTHPORT (WWAY) — 4th of July celebrations are already underway in Southport with more than 100 people sworn in as U.S. Citizens this afternoon. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of North Carolina held the ceremony on the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn. They swore in 125 new citizens who originated from 43 countries. A number of state and local leaders took part in the ceremony and the administration of the Oath of Allegiance.
Power fully restored after outage affects 600 customers near Caswell Beach
CASWELL BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – Power has been fully restored in Brunswick County after an outage affected 600 Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) customers near Caswell Beach Thursday night. The cause was a broken pad mount, according to a Facebook post by the company. BEMC first reported the outage...
City of Wilmington’s 4th of July Celebration draws large crowd
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — In downtown Wilmington, people certainly got a lot of bang for their buck this 4th of July. Hundreds upon hundreds of people packed the Live Oak Bank Pavilion to celebrate Independence Day. Admission was free and it included music from Wilmington based acts, Loud Music Band and Wilmington Symphony Orchestra. It was something Wilmington local David Savage simply couldn’t pass up.
Wilmington Water Tours can continue operations from Riverwalk dock, judge rules
Wilmington Water Tours will be allowed to continue operating from a dock along the Cape Fear River after a judge's ruling Wednesday. Dozens of community members gathered at the New Hanover County Courthouse Wednesday for a pivotal hearing central to a lawsuit poised to effect the business' operations. Wilmington Water...
Teacher survey paints negative picture of what it's like working in New Hanover County schools
New Hanover County teachers and other staff members have provided overwhelmingly negative feedback about working for the district, according to a climate survey. The survey, designed to get feedback on where they believe the district can improve, was sent to teachers in May and included questions submitted by the school board.
Where to watch fireworks tonight in the Wilmington area
Fireworks on July 4th symbolize the spirit of freedom and commemorating when the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. You can see spectacular fireworks at three three places in the Wilmington area on Independence Day. City of Wilmington. The city of Wilmington presents the 4th of July Fireworks along...
City of Wilmington setting up for annual Independence Day Fireworks show
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Wednesday afternoon, WWAY stopped by the area where workers loaded up fireworks for the city of Wilmington’s Fourth of July celebration Thursday night. This year, on the border of New Hanover County, they are using a “Wilmington only” firework crew to create the display....
Fourth of July events and more happening this weekend!
WILMINGTON, N.C. (CAPE FEAR WEEKEND) - There’s so much happening this Fourth of July weekend in the Cape Fear!. If you haven’t been to the North Carolina Fourth of July Festival in Southport yet, then it’s not too late. This over 200 year old tradition started with their events on Friday, June 28th and happen through the Fourth. Click here to learn more about this festival.
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