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Baby alligator found in Sunset Beach neighborhood
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Sunset Beach Police want residents and visitors to know there is no problem too big- or small for them to handle. Officers were called to a home on Dogwood Drive on Monday for a baby alligator that was a little too close for comfort for a woman and her granddaughter who are visiting Sunset Beach for the week.
First Alert Forecast: higher storm chances to gradually cut heat
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Your First Alert Forecast for this evening features a risk of scattered showers and a few storms. As rain chances continue to be high to close the week, expect daily temperatures to sink farther back toward or into the 80s. NOAA will release its drought report at 8:30 a.m Thursday.; it will already likely reflect some relief. Like last week, downpours could cause localized flooding at times and we could see one or two severe storms. There will be plenty of dry time as well. Shower and storm chance should gradually ease as we head into the new week. The friendlier atmosphere for storms in the Cape Fear Region will, thankfully, not translate to the tropics, as new development remains unlikely anywhere in the Atlantic Basin for the rest of the week.
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.
CFCC says there have been 'no changes' to the marine tech program; faculty and staff have concerns
Some students and alumni of Cape Fear Community College’s marine technology program say they continue to be left in the dark about their program’s future after the non-renewal of 19-year veteran instructor and program leader Jason Rogers; students, staff, and alums recently rallied to protest the lack of information given by CFCC.
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.
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...
City Leaders Vote Down $16M Bid, Declare Parking Deck Surplus
The Wilmington City Council voted on Tuesday to turn down a $16 million bid for a city-owned office building and two downtown parking decks, as they wait for updated property appraisals. City leaders, however, declared one of the properties – a parking deck at 114 N. Second St. – as...
Maritime Museum program focuses on America’s founding
July 4, 2026, will mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. An upcoming program at the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport will demonstrate how North Carolina will join the country in commemorating this historic event and how local communities can take part.
City to explore selling Second Street parking deck after declaring it surplus property
WILMINGTON — Downtown visitors could see higher prices or lose a parking option at a city-owned lot pending the sale of the property, now considered surplus. At the Wilmington City Council meeting on Tuesday, city staff made a presentation on a bid to purchase four city-owned properties, including two parking decks at 115 Market St. and 114 N. Second St., the old United Bank building at 115 N. Third St., and a former administrative building at 210 Chestnut St.
For this Wilmington weekend, you've got a friend
It's the Port City Life newsletter, and it's a not John Staton person bringing it to you. A well-deserved vacation for John means you get a weekly dive into local arts and culture from me, Owen Hassell (imagine me doing that in an Al Franken voice). Of course, the scene...
Annual 4th of July Golf Cart Parade in Sunset Beach
The Sea Trail Property Owners Association (STPOA) celebrated their 15th annual 4th of July Golf Cart Parade. Norm and Tommie Christenbury were honored as the Grand Marshals. A record-breaking 54 entries participated this year, including families on bikes and ATVs.
Sunset River Gallery to host Summer Art Market July 20-21
Sunset River Gallery in Calabash will host its first Summer Art Market on Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Catering to summer visitors as well as the gallery’s regular clientele, the event is showcasing 100+ artists who currently exhibit at the eclectic art hub, with 15 being on hand for the weekend.
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.
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