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The Most Expensive Home In The History of North Carolina Just Sold For $13.9 Million
J. Long Custom Homes has just sold the most expensive home in the history of North Carolina. The 6,700-square-foot beach mansion on Figure Eight Island in Wilmington closed for an astounding $13.9 million. “We are thrilled to have been part of such a historic record-breaking sale,” said J. Long Custom...
House member, for second time in three days, tenders resignation
(The Center Square) – For the second time this week, a member has resigned from the North Carolina House of Representatives. Rep. Ashton Wheeler Clemmons, D-Guilford, is leaving for a position in the UNC System. A specific date to leave was not given, pending her replacement. She was a candidate for reelection this fall. On Monday, Lincoln County Republican Jason Saine said Aug. 12 would be his final day. ...
NC’s Population Surge and Increasing Diversity
North Carolina, especially the Raleigh metro area, is witnessing rapid population growth. Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that The Triangle has seen one of the largest increases in retirement-age residents nationwide since the pandemic. The number of retirement-age residents has soared by 18.3 percent in Raleigh and over 15 percent in Durham since 2020, nearly doubling the national growth rate.
First Alert Forecast: seasonable but unsettled pattern continues
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Following a round of overnight showers and thunderstorms, Your First Alert Forecast for Friday opens with variable clouds & muggy breezes. Thanks to a steady flow of southwesterly moisture, look for scattered showers & storms to percolate mainly in the afternoon and evening. Highs will ping the upper 80s and lower 90s. and will continue to do so through the weekend between bouts of scattered showers & storms.
Children learn about social justice through YWCA Lower Cape Fear event
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Conversations for Peace until Justice Just Is was the name of the event put on by the YWCA Lower Cape Fear on Thursday night. The free event was open to families of all ages so they could learn more about social justice. Children participated in activities...
Wilmington woman competing in inaugural World Axe & Knife Throwing ‘Blade Masters Tournament’
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Wilmington’s Paige Julian has never been a ‘sporty’ girl, but she’s always had that competitor in her. “You can find home and accepting places in the most unexpecting areas,” says Julian. “I never thought my claim to fame would be being on ESPN.”
Man sentenced for cousin's death in Atlantic Beach hotel incident
ATLANTIC BEACH, Carteret County — A Wilmington man was sentenced to prison for involuntary manslaughter regarding his cousin's death at a local hotel in Atlantic Beach in 2020. A judge sentenced Shaquille O'Neil Carter on Friday, July 12 after he was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and possession of a...
$242 million in funding for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement
The Biden Administration announced $242 million worth of grant support for the replacement of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge in Wilmington. The nearly half-billion-dollar project has been a contentious issue in Southeastern North Carolina for quite some time. The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, which opened in 1969 and carries over 70,000 cars and trucks every day, is reaching the end of its usable life according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). NCDOT conducted a massive preservation project in January of this year to replace both the bridge deck and stringers to extend the bridge’s life.
Local mill in New Bern ceases operations
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — Weyerhaeuser has shut down the operations at their mill in New Bern. In a press statement the company said, “We did not come to this decision lightly given the significant impact on our employees, their families and the surrounding community, where we have a long history.” The company went on […]
Authorities investigate second death at Warsaw motel
WARSAW — The Relax Inn, located at 509 N. Pine St. in Warsaw has been a topic of concern for Warsaw residents and public officials alike due to nuisance and criminal activity. This year alone, from January through June, Duplin County 911 Communications received 63 calls for assistance including...
EDPNC International Trade Division visits Kinston
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina's (EDPNC) International Trade Division held an event at Lenoir Community College's Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center to assist local businesses with exporting their products and services. The event, part of EDPNC's annual outreach program, brought trade experts and resources directly to the local community.
Greenville Tar Heel Little League wins 10-12 year old division state championship, to represent NC in Southeast Regional
WILSON, N.C. (WITN)– Greenville’s Tar Heel Little League beat Bull City of Durham 10-0 in the North Carolina Little League Baseball State Championship game on Thursday morning to advacne to the Southeast Regional. Tar Heel outscored their opponents 45-3 in the state tournament to go 4-0. They last...
Fire in the Pines Festival to return Oct. 5 with education, food trucks, games and more
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The annual Fire in the Pines Festival is set to return to Halyburton Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. The family-friendly environmental education festival aims to raise awareness about the importance of fire to forests in southeastern North Carolina and helping people learn the need for controlled burns.
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