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Headed to the beach this summer? Use extreme caution.
Recent drownings along the North Carolina coast remind us that we always need to use extra caution when we’re around bodies of water. Earlier this month, a teenage girl got caught in a rip current and drowned at Ocean Isle Beach. A few days later a 57-year-old drowning victim died at Surf City. I’ve seen news reports saying that there were nearly 200 rip current rescues along North Carolina’s beaches...
Darden Restaurants buys Tex-Mex chain Chuy's for $605 million
Darden Restaurants is adding Tex-Mex to the menu. The parent company of Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House and other chains, said Wednesday it’s buying Chuy’s for approximately $605 million. Darden said it will acquire all outstanding shares of Chuy’s for $37.50 per share. Those shares closed at $25.27 apiece on Wednesday, then soared past $37 in after-hours trading once the deal was announced. Darden shares fell 1% in after-hours trading. Darden said the boards of Darden and Chuy’s have unanimously approved the acquisition. The deal is expected to close later this year, if it’s approved by Chuy’s shareholders.
Cape Carteret Planning Board to begin discussing significant Unified Development Ordinance
CAPE CARTERET — The Cape Carteret Planning Board is scheduled Tuesday evening to begin discussion of a significant amendment to the town’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) that would more specifically list several permitted and special uses in the B-20 and B-30 (business) zoning districts. The meeting will begin...
In dramatic switch, ex-deputy charged in skirmish at historic NC Native American site
A former Onslow County Sheriff’s Office deputy is now charged with assault and more linked to a June confrontation near a Native American archaeological site located in a stalled housing development. Carteret County officials also dropped charges against a Native American person who was originally the sole person charged...
Food Truck Tracker: July 19 – 26
WILMINGTON — Port City Daily publishes the Food Truck Tracker every Friday, so folks can know where to access the best mobile eats while planning their weekend activities. All schedules, which will run Friday to Friday, are subject to weather conditions and cancellations. The addresses of where the food trucks will be parked are alphabetized at the bottom.
Richmond man who drowned on Outer Banks worked at International Mission Board
A 57-year-old Richmond man who drowned this week while visiting family in Surf City, North Carolina, was a Vietnamese refugee and longtime employee of a Richmond-based Christian missionary society. Minh Ha Nguyen served for 24 years on the International Mission Board, which supports Southern Baptist missionaries. Most recently, he worked...
Gary Edward Thompson, 84
WILMINGTON — Gary Edward Thompson, born December 14, 1939, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of July 16, 2024. Gary was surrounded by his family and loved ones in the days and hours preceding his death. Gary, a.k.a Rooster, was actively involved in his communities and athletics...
Spinners suffer another late 1-run defeat
Once again, the Sanford Spinners were oh so close to victory, but couldn’t close the door at the end. The Jacksonville Ospreys scored six runs in the bottom of the seventh against a faltering Spinner bullpen to take a one-run lead, then walked off in the bottom of the ninth after a passed ball and throwing error to score a 10-9 victory Wednesday night at Jack Amyette Park in Jacksonville.
Public meeting: 27-acre mixed-use development proposed for Castle Hayne
NEW HANOVER COUNTY — An area of the region experiencing recent growth could become home to a 27.55-acre mixed-use development if a rezoning is passed. BDLCT, LLC — an affiliate of River Bluffs Development Corporation — submitted to the county site plans created by Norris & Tunstall with a request for a rezoning for Moore’s Crossing Master Planned Development. It also asks to remove property from the Special Highway Overlay District (SHOD).
What's behind the name of this New Hanover beach town? Hint: It's not the Wright brothers.
Wrightsville Beach is one of three New Hanover County beach towns. For starters, it didn't come from the Wright brothers, who had success on another North Carolina beach in 1903 with the first engine-powered, heavier-than-air flight. Related coverage:Wrightsville Beach among best beaches in North Carolina, according to a USA TODAY...
Chipping in to find lost pets: North Topsail's new scanning station
NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH, Onslow County — North Topsail Beach has teamed up with Paws 4 Purpose to introduce a new Microchip Scanning Station at Town Hall, 2008 Loggerhead Court. The station is conveniently located in an enclosed box and can be accessed at any time. If you come across...
Perry’s Emporium opened a new location and at the grand opening there’ll be major savings
WILMINGTON, N.C. (CAPE FEAR WEEKEND) - For 33 years, Wilmington has been shopping at Perry’s Emporium for their diamonds. Now they’re making it easier for people in Pender County with their new location in Hampstead. This family-owned business steals the hearts of Wilmington when it comes to diamonds...
Local Government Roundup - July 18, 2024
New Bern residents can expect to see a higher electric bill this month. Starting July 1, the city is enacting a 6% increase in electric rates that will continue for one year. The New Bern Board of Aldermen approved the increase at its June 25 meeting, citing a $3 million deficit in electric operations. City Manager Foster Hughes attributed the deficit to inflation, network expansion, and rate cuts from 2015, 2016, and 2017.
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