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Suspect flees with cash register in armed robbery at Robeson Co. store
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — Officers are investigating an armed robbery Thursday at the L&M convenience store in the Fairmont area of Robeson County. Fairmont Police Chief Jon Edwards said a man came into the store, pointed a handgun at employees and demanded money. Edwards said the man became...
After court hearing, Wilmington Water Tours can stay on the Riverwalk
It’s an unusual sight for 70 people to gather in a court hallway on the fourth floor. Normally the space is reserved for small groups of attorneys, clients, and family members to have furtive conversations outside the courtroom. But Wednesday morning, the room was packed, the AC system struggling...
WHAT’S HAPPENING: July 5th-7th
WHAT’S HAPPENING (WWAY) — The 4th of July weekend is here and that means many things will be happening in the Cape Fear. In North Topsail Beach, its the 14th Annual Ocean City Jazz Festival. The festival aims to bring eyes to the genre with multiple musicians, DJ’s and drink tasting events. A variety of food trucks will also be available. Its happening from Friday through Sunday at 2649 Island Drive. Information about tickets and times can be found here.
Fundraiser set for restoration of Carolina Beach hermit mural
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Local groups are partnering to hold a fundraiser to restore the hermit mural “School of Common Sense” at The Last Resort from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13. You will be able to meet the artist, and there will be...
Searches underway for missing swimmers at NC beaches
A search for a missing swimmer is underway at Kure Beach.An eyewitness shared video with ABC11 as the search took place on the North Carolina coast.The video showed a Coast Guard vessel on the water.Lifeguards cleared the ocean during that search for a 22-year-old man who disappeared about noon Thursday. He disappeared near the 100 Block of Atlantic Ave, close to the Kure Beach Pier, WWAY reported.Carolina Beach Police, the Coast Guard and other agencies were helping with the search, which continued into the evening.ABC11 has also learned that a water rescue was happening at North Topsail Beach, where crews...
Crews on the scene of possible drowning in Kure Beach
KURE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Kure Beach Ocean Rescue is on the scene of a possible drowning near the Kure Beach Pier on Thursday afternoon, July 4. Per the sheriff’s office, they have a boat and drone out on the scene, and the Wilmington Police Department and Coast Guard responded with boats as well.
Sheetz to open first Wilmington-area location next week with freebies
A Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain will open its first location in the Wilmington area next week. Sheetz announced it would hold a grand opening for local residents to celebrate the opening of the store's first location in the area. Here's what you need to know. Where is the store?
Clayton welcomes guitar, art shop
CLAYTON — Angel and Celeste Bravo, the owners of Grit & Chime, followed their passions to launch a one-of-a-kind store. He loves guitars. She’s an artist. So early on, they both carved out space in their garage for their passions. “Back in Idaho in 2020, I turned half our garage into a studio,” Angel said. “And then she had the […] The post Clayton welcomes guitar, art shop first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Surry County Schools makes leadership transitions
Undoubtedly to the chagrin of many young people getting ready to enjoy the Independence Day parade or perhaps scoot out of their parent’s view to light a firecracker or three, area school leaders are deep into preparations for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. As is customary this time of year, Surry County Schools released a list of changes in administration for several local schools. According to the school district, when school resumes in the Fall, students and staff members at five schools in the Surry...
Columbus Teenager Drowns in Nags Head Beach Incident Despite Rescue Efforts
An 18-year-old man from Columbus, Ohio, drowned while swimming at Gull Street Public Beach Access in Nags Head, authorities confirmed. The incident, which took place on Wednesday, involved three swimmers struggling in the ocean waters. Officials with Nags Head Fire and Rescue, alongside Nags Head Police Department, responded to the scene following a distress call at approximately 2:51 p.m.
Woman Charged In Smithfield Crash That Killed Husband
SMITHFIELD – A Smithfield woman was arrested following an early morning car crash that claimed the life of her husband. The State Highway Patrol said it happened at 1:20am today (Thursday) on Cleveland Road near Pine Nut Lane outside of Smithfield. Trooper D. Waterman reported a 2020 Dodge Charger...
Pfizer anticipates 'transition plan' in Sanford following failed clinical trial
Pfizer Inc. expects to inform employees of a “transition plan” at a facility in Sanford, the company said Wednesday, weeks after a clinical trial failed for a muscular dystrophy treatment that was being developed by the global drugmaker. WRAL previously reported that the company was contemplating the elimination...
Thomasville picks Bradley George to take over storied football program
Thomasville High School found its next head football coach from inside the program. Bradley George will take over for the retired Kevin Gillespie. Gillespie confirmed the selection to HighSchoolOT today. George has recently served in the program as a wide receivers coach, according to his LinkedIn profile. At the same...
N.C. A&T's new Chancellor, Dr. James Martin, is slated to get to work next month
There was big news for the Aggies in the month of June. The Aggies' Dr Harold Martin has retired as the Chancellor of N.C. A&T State University and the Aggies have found their replacement, ironically the Aggies won't have to change many name plates though. North Carolina A&T's next chancellor...
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