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Avelo Airlines announces expansion at Wilmington International Airport
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Avelo Airlines has unveiled plans for the largest expansion in its history, announcing exclusive nonstop service from Wilmington International Airport to Fort Myers’ Southwest Florida International Airport and Hartford’s Bradley International Airport in Connecticut. The flights are set to launch this...
REEDS Jewelers celebrates opening of new landmark showroom at Mayfaire
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - REEDS Jewelers held a grand opening ceremony for its new 9,000-square-foot landmark showroom at Mayfaire on Tuesday, July 23. “The newly remodeled showroom is a beacon of luxury, featuring the area’s only Rolex corner and a brand new David Yurman experience. Additionally, REEDS Jewelers is proud to offer an exquisite selection of other high-end brands, including Omega, Tudor, Breitling, TAG Heuer, Roberto Coin, Mikimoto, Messika, Marco Bicego, John Hardy, Ippolita and Temple St. Claire,” a REEDS Jewelers announcement states.
Four home fires since May prompt community meeting
In the wake of a recent cluster of house fires, Oak Island Fire Chief Lee Price decided to hold a community meeting last week in an effort to quell some of the concerns that have popped up on social. A July 16 fire on NE 42nd Street was the fourth...
3 Things To Know For Thursday
Here are three things to know for Thursday, July 25:. 1. Hanging Hub-Coding Kit Class: Friday, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Bladen County Public Library, 111 North Cypress Street, Elizabethtown. Ages 11-18. Information and pre-register by calling 910-862-6900. 2. Gospel Concert: Saturday, 8 p.m., Camp Clearwater, 2038 White Lake Drive, White Lake. Second...
Police search for youth after chase from Franklinton to Durham
Police are searching for two boys involved in multiple crimes and a chase between Franklin County and Durham. According to the Franklinton Police Department, on Wednesday afternoon three people under the age of 18 traveled from Durham to Franklin County in a stolen car. Multiple crimes were committed in a...
Lowes Foods parent shuttering 3 stores
Alex Lee Retail, the parent company of Lowes Foods and Kj’s Market, plans to shutter three stores by the end of August, according to a Tuesday press release. The closures will impact two Lowes Foods stores in North Carolina — one in Wilmington and one in Raleigh — and a Kj’s Market in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.
Over 20 In-State 2025 Football Prospect Commit to Major Colleges At This Time
Moncks Corner — With 20 prep players committed to major college football by the time of the annual SCACA Coaches Clinic (July 21-24) being held this year in Greenville the state is a little behind where we normally are just before August football drills begin. The HSSR would like...
Fayetteville's Cape Fear Regional Theatre has big plans for expansion
The Cape Fear Regional Theatre in Haymount continues its extensive renovation project aimed at revitalizing and expanding the historic theater building, with plans to build a grand lobby and rooftop event space for live performances and parties. Ella Wrenn, managing director at Cape Fear Regional Theatre, said the $1 million Phase 1...
Public Notice: TOWN OF LA GRANGE PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE BY UPSET BID
TOWN OF LA GRANGE PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE BY UPSET BID Pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 160A-269 An offer of $3,000.00 has been submitted for the purchase of certain property owned by the Town of La Grange, more particularly described as follows: Parcel ID #:. A portion of...
Peach House Vernon Ave to close July 25th, new location at Lenoir Crossing opens soon
The popular local eatery Peach House is set to expand with a second location at Lenoir Crossing on Airport Road, near the hospital in Kinston. The current location at 412 W. Vernon Avenue will close tomorrow, July 25, 2024, as the business prepares to transition to the new site. Joni...
Habitat for Humanity teaches teens trade skills in Fayetteville
Fayetteville's Habitat for Humanity chapter and dozens of sponsors in the area are holding a camp training teens in trade skills this week. Organizers say they are trying to open an array of career opportunities for young people and teach skills that will help around the home.Ezekial Guzman told ABC11 that Habitat for Humanity's trade skills camp for teens is right up his alley. The 16-year-old said he has aspirations of being an electrician or a welder."I've always been, Iike, a hardworking person and I like to get my hands dirty," Guzman said.Fayetteville's Habitat For Humanity said it wanted to...
Recreation and Sports Complex in Jacksonville making progress
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Jacksonville’s new Recreation and Sports Complex is making some progress. It’s going to be a 400 acre patch of land that the city recently got at the end of Western Boulevard. Transportation Services Director Anthony Prinz says that they have now entered Phase II of the project where they are now […]
Wilmington’s first Sheetz to open July 30
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The first Sheetz in Wilmington is set to open on Tuesday, July 30, according to a press release. Per the announcement, the 2517 Shipyard Blvd. location will open to the public at 8 a.m., and free soda and self-serve coffee will be offered all day to celebrate the grand opening.
New Animal Control director continues mission of helping animals
In her new role as Warren County Animal Control Director, Courtney Lockey continues a career through which she has demonstrated a mission of helping animals. The native of southern North Carolina, she worked in veterinarians’ offices while in high school. Lockey originally hoped to become a vet, but, financially, she could not achieve this original plan.
Rain doesn’t damper Jordan Rainer show at The Acorn Center
Rainfall has been uncommon lately in Littleton. When the threat of rains came midweek, The Acorn Center’s second of eight 2024 Littleton Free Concert Series shows moved indoors without a hitch. Chad Thompson delivered a thrilling opening act, strumming his acoustic guitar and belting out classic country songs, some...
Methodist University 100% Online MBA Program Helping Advance Careers
For Chandler Burgoyne ’23, a flexible education was necessary if she was going to pursue a master’s degree while working full time. Fortunately, Methodist University’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program has been the perfect fit. For Chandler Burgoyne ’23, a flexible education was necessary if...
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