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Blue Economy Index underperforms benchmarks in June
The University of North Carolina Wilmington said Wednesday that its monthly measure of ocean-related economic activities underperformed its closest benchmarks last month. The index that measures economic activities in the oceans fell by 3.71% in June. It was the first time in two months that the index underperformed its closest benchmarks, the MSCI All World Index, the S&P 500, and the S&P 500 Industrials.
Bridge gets $242 million replacement grant
President Joe Biden’s administration announced a transformational $242 million grant to support the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project in Wilmington. Funding for this grant gives this project a boost toward completion and comes from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The U.S. Department of Transportation notified Congress on Friday of the impending formal announcement of the award.
After 2 alligator scares in weeks, NC beach town police warn about ‘aggressive’ gators
SUNSET BEACH, N.C. (WNCN) — Police at a North Carolina beach town have warned about “aggressive” nesting alligators after encounters with the dangerous reptiles twice in less than three weeks. Sunset Beach officers first reported the driver of a car was kept away from his vehicle on June 20 when an alligator was spotted lurking […]
Why Primary Care is the Perfect Fit
I was born and raised in Fayetteville, NC. I completed my undergraduate and graduate studies at Methodist University, earning my Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies in December 2023. Selecting a specialty after having exposure to multiple branches of medicine throughout Physician Assistant school can often be a...
Young woman dies at Brunswick beach after being pulled from rip current
A teen drowned just east of the pier at Ocean Isle Beach Sunday afternoon. According to Ocean Isle Beach Mayor Debbie Smith, the victim was a young girl who was part of a high school group from the Winston-Salem area. The group had taken a day trip to the beach and were swimming when the victim was caught in a rip current and became distressed.
College Road Shopping Center Sells For $8.5M
Investors on Friday bought a 48,000-square-foot shopping center in Wilmington for $8.5 million. The center, University Square Outlet Mall at 806 S. College Road, is home to New Saigon International Market, Apple Annie’s Bake Shop, Long Island Eatery and Wilmington Furniture & Mattress Co., among others. Cary-based AM Real...
Wilmington’s nCino named top fintech company
Wilmington-based company nCino has been named one of the world’s top 250 financial technology companies. The list, published in collaboration with market research firm Statista, considered more than 2,000 companies before selecting the top 250 in alphabetical order. nCino, founded in 2011, provides cloud computing software to banks. The...
Maze artist makes his mark on Sunset Beach
SUNSET BEACH, NC (WWAY) — If the sun is shining and a low tide is expected, you can find the “Mazematician” on Sunset Beach. Not to be confused with the Maze Man- the Mazematician- is off of the 3rd street walkway. Aaron Gutknecht says he’s been creating...
Long-running UNCW field course merges science, policy
It’s not uncommon for Dr. Jim Herstine to hear his name enthusiastically called out when he’s out and about in Wilmington. Admittedly, he doesn’t always immediately recognize the smiling face greeting him in a parking lot or grocery store. By his estimates he taught some 300 students in a class that he and a couple of colleagues came up with to offer at the University of North Carolina Wilmington in the mid-1990s.
YMCA to expand Afterschool Care program to Southport and Jessie Mae Monroe elementary schools
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) – The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina will begin offering its Afterschool Care program and Southport and Jessie Mae Monroe elementary schools, according to an announcement Wednesday, July 17. “The Y’s Afterschool Care program is available each day that school is in session. At the...
Oak Island home destroyed in fire potentially started by nearby electric vehicles
OAK ISLAND, N.C. (WECT) - Emergency crews responded to an active fire involving a fully engulfed house on NE 42nd Street on Tuesday, July 16. The Oak Island Fire Department arrived at 9:35 p.m. to find the home fully involved. According to town officials, two occupants smelled smoke and went outside to discover fire on the underside of the home. They were able to self-evacuate and were uninjured.
Two UNCW Baseball players picked up in 2024 MLB Draft
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Two UNCW Baseball pitchers were selected Monday, July 15, during the second day of the 2024 MLB Draft, according to an announcement from the university. Per UNCW, Luke Craig, a left-handed pitcher who held opponents to a .172 battling average over 55 innings, was chosen by...
Crews recover body of man who jumped from L.H. Siau Memorial Bridge after crash
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The body of a man who jumped from the L.H. Siau Memorial Bridge following a Sunday evening crash has been recovered. The Georgetown County Coroner Office confirmed the man who jumped from the bridge is 37-year-old Shawn Timothy Lauver. Lauver is a native of Bolivia, North Carolina. A driver, identified […]
Braves Tab Shafer In MLB Draft
Baseball 7/17/2024 8:48:00 AM Tom Riordan WILMINGTON, N.C. – UNCW baseball alum Jacob Shafer became UNCW's third player to be selected in the Major League Baseball Draft in round 17 on Tuesday. Shafer joins Luke Craig and RJ Sales, who were selected in the seventh and 10th rounds of the draft. In his final season with the Seahawks, Shafer made a career-high-tying 16 starts and finished with a 4-6 record. He finished his tenure at UNCW with a 12-12 record. With three players selected in the draft, the program raised its total number of draftees to 95 since 1965. Print...
Wilmington Police Department assemble First Responder Kits4Kids
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department taking steps to help ease emotional trauma for children they encounter at crime scenes. The department made what is called Kits4Kids. The kits contain things like Rubik’s Cubes, crayons and miniature vehicles. In addition to helping children get through a difficult time, WPD hopes that these kits will help young children build a positive relationship with law enforcement. Officer Lynn Hartley, who works with Community Engagement, said she thinks these kits are a must-have in a First Responders tool kit.
After several Family Dollar closings, how many dollar stores remain in the Wilmington area?
With the recent closing of Family Dollar stores on Carolina Beach Road, Greenfield Street, Wooster Street and North College Road in New Hanover County, where can people still go to shop to stretch their money further?. Of course, there are still several dollar store chain locations throughout Brunswick, New Hanover...
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