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Former Cavalier star taken in MLB Draft
Jul. 18—Luke Craig will forever be known in local sports history as a central figure in what was probably the biggest "what might have been" that Lee County has ever seen. But now he will have the opportunity to become famous for something else. Craig became the second player from Southern Lee's star-crossed 2020 baseball team to enter pro ball Monday morning, when the 6'2", 205-pound ...
Cape Fear Foodie: Hot Dog Road Trip Part 4
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – What better day to celebrate our local hot dogs, than on National Hot Dog Day? My thoughts exactly. Then again, how is that we are already through the middle of July and we’re just now going on our first Hot Dog Road Trip of the summer? It’s truly shameful on my end. But we’re all here now, the gas tank is full, the 100 CD holder is bursting at the seams, and the AC is struggling to keep up in this unrelenting heat…so let’s put rubber on the road.
FORE! Paws Place Dog Rescue gearing up for annual golf fundraiser
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — In Brunswick County, golf isn’t just about birdies and eagles, it’s also about pairing up four-legged friends with forever families. Paws Place Dog Rescue, based in Winnabow, is getting ready for one of its biggest annual fundraisers. The 11th annual golf tournament is taking place on September 23 at Compass Pointe Golf Club.
Gov. Cooper touts $242M grant for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement amid concerns
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — On Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper visited Wilmington to highlight a $242 million federal grant to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. The funding is a part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. More than $5 billion have been allocated for 13 major bridges across the county, including the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
North Carolina police warn residents of ‘aggressive’ alligators amid nesting season
Police in North Carolina are warning locals to steer clear of female alligators during this time of year. Officials with the Sunset Beach Police Department took to Facebook to post a PSA about suspected alligator nests. “Nearly all alligators become sexually mature by the time they reach approximately 7 feet in length, although females can reach maturity at 6 feet. A female may require 10-15 years and a male 8-12 years to reach these lengths. Courtship begins in early April, and mating occurs in May or June,” the post said. Single mom who ‘relied’ on daughter’s iPad as a ‘substitute’ for her absence goes viral...
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...
11K gallons of treated chlorinated wastewater released
BRUNSWICK COUNTY — An area public utility has released a notice due to a treated chlorinated wastewater spill. On Thursday, July 18, Brunswick County Public Utilities experienced a bypass of treated chlorinated wastewater at the Shallotte Wastewater Treatment Plant, 349 Forest Street Extension in Shallotte. A release noted it occurred when a construction-related incident impacted installation of a new force main.
77-year-old dies in South Hero from fatal crash
SOUTH HERO – A crash Wednesday night, July 17 in South Hero resulted in the death of a 77-year-old man from South Carolina. Vermont State Police were dispatched to U.S. Route 2 after a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder was found with heavy damage. Troopers later determined that the driver, Robert Goddard, 77, of Little River, S.C., was traveling north on U.S. Route 2 when his vehicle left the roadway and collided with a cement culvert located near Lombard Lane.
It's a newsy, meat-and-potatoes week in Wilmington food and restaurants
Welcome to the weekly Port City Foodies newsletter brought to you by me, StarNews reporter Allison Ballard. Writing about restaurant openings and closings is a part of my job covering the Wilmington-area food scene. In recent years, I’ve noticed there are fewer of the area’s classic seafood restaurants. Turns out, others have noticed, too -- including some of the longtime restaurateurs in the home base of coastal North Carolina’s signature style of seafood. You can read more below.
‘Across the Spider-Verse,’ Stomp, ‘Rudolph’ part of Wilson Center’s new series
WILMINGTON — The lineup for the new series launching at CFCC’s arts and humanities venue has been announced. Wilson Center’s new Family Series includes a six-show lineup from fall 2024 through spring 2025. Music, acrobats, dance and more are featured for all audience ages. Tickets are on...
DA will not charge officers in Todd shooting death
NEW HANOVER COUNTY — The district attorney’s office announced Friday it would not be seeking criminal charges against three sheriff’s office deputies who opened fire at a resistant suspect in June. Steven Ryan Todd, 34, was fatally shot in the early hours of June 14 after attempting...
Li’l Friday: Carole King Musical, Sean Patton, Ben Folds
SOUTHEASTERN N.C. — Li’l Friday is a weekly roundup of events in art, music, theater, comedy, pop-up markets and more. All events featured were scheduled as of Thursday; however, it’s wise to check in ahead of attending any one. Inclement weather, changes in schedules and unforeseen circumstances may shift for organizers at the last minute.
How to tell if ground insects are becoming a pest to lawns in Wilmington
This question came to us this week - “How do you know if pearl bugs are present under a lawn?” The inquirer was actually referring to an insect pest of warm-season turfgrasses, the type we grow here in southeastern North Carolina, called ground pearls (Margarodes spp.). Our brilliant Consumer Horticulture Program Assistant, Miles Buddy, offered this advice: “Ground pearls are a type of scale insect that live underground and attach themselves to roots, feeding on plant juices. The pattern of dieback in turf is often roughly circular and often most obvious during periods of drought. Small, irregular patches will yellow and die by fall. The infested patches grow slowly with each growing season as the insects spread outward. Centipedegrass is most severely affected, but zoysia, St. Augustine, and bermudagrass are also susceptible.
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...
Michael Joseph Grady, 76
SOUTHPORT — Michael Joseph “Mike” Grady, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, at the age of 76 in Southport, NC. Born in Dobbs Ferry, New York and later settled in Montgomery County, Maryland. Mike led a life marked by dedication, intelligence, and a heartwarming sense of humor.
Robert Gene McQuery, 94
WILMINGTON — Robert Gene McQuery, age 94, of Wilmington, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. He was born in Sigma, VA on June 21, 1929 to Clarence and Maggie McQuery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Don McQuery and...
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.
Wilmington restaurant known for signature wings and nachos closes
A restaurant that offered wings, nachos and wraps with a healthier approach is closed. On social media, owner Ryan Trotter announced that Point Break restaurant would close as of July 19 “to start our new chapter.” He thanked his customers and said he has a heavy heart about closing the fast-casual eatery at 7134 Market St., near the Publix grocery store in Ogden.
NCDOT closes turn lane on N. College Road
WILMINGTON — A turn lane along a busy corridor in Wilmington will permanently close early next week, according to the N.C. Department of Transportation. Starting Monday, crews will shutter the left lane turning onto Spring View Drive from North College Road. Motorists are urged to use caution through the work zone.
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