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Cape Fear Rum Cake brings a taste of the islands to Wilmington
Danny Alvarez and Angela Piccinin have been putting smiles on faces in Wilmington since 2014 when they took over Cape Fear Rum Cake. It was originally opened in 2010 by Kris Bell and Richard Roehl, who were friends of Angela’s parents. They had started the rum cake business with a family recipe after leaving the corporate world. The company is named after the river basin that flows through Wilmington. It...
Look for festive fun with these July food-and-drink events at Wilmington-area restaurants
It's a red (wine), white (buttercream) and (True) blue month of food and wine happenings in the Wilmington area. Here's a look at some of what July has in store at local restaurants, breweries and bars. July 1: There's one more night of a pride-themed pop-up in the former home...
Wilmington dad becomes lottery winner after 'Father’s Day gift'
William Bon Viso, who usually receives scratch-offs as a Father’s Day gift from his aunt, has won a $250,000 prize, according to a news release from the North Carolina Education Lottery. But this year instead of any scratch-offs, he received $20 cash. “I kept the tradition and bought them...
Port City Foodies Newsletter: Summer fun and best picks
Welcome to the weekly Port City Foodies newsletter brought to you by me, StarNews reporter Allison Ballard. It’s no secret that there are some great eateries in the Wilmington area. But I don’t think the local food scene always gets its fair share of national attention. That’s been changing lately. Wilmington’s own Dean Neff was one of five finalists for what is arguably the biggest culinary honor in the country. Some of our other favorite eateries have been getting their own kind of spotlight, too. Check it out below.
How did this 'Enchanted' garden in Wilmington get its name?
How did this historic Southern garden filled with beautiful plants, some more than 100 years old, get to be named Airlie Gardens?. The history of Airlie Gardens dates back to the early 1700s, but the gardens that are at Airlie now was the vision of Sarah and Pembroke Jones. In...
With Wilmington under heat and drought conditions, here's how to manage your lawn
These hot summer days with low rainfall are showing up in drought-stressed turfgrass. We anticipate the drought levels to increase statewide in the coming weeks and the result will likely be more brown lawns, even in the warm-season grasses we see in this area. According to N.C. State University’s Dr. Grady Miller, “heat...
‘Shining Stars Talent Show’ showcases performers of all abilities
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — On Saturday, a talent show for people of all ages and abilities was held in Wilmington. The Shining Stars Talent Show at Freedom Baptist Church gives those with intellectual or developmental disabilities the chance to showcase their talent. WWAY’s own Hannah Patrick returned this to...
Free and relaxing in North Carolina's hidden gems
From often-overlooked roadside attractions to quirky museums to undiscovered natural wonders, “Local Hidden Gems” showcases some of the unique and unexpected treasures that make America special – highlighting the charm, surprise and delight. Local hidden gems: New Hanover County Arboretum. North Carolina's beaches can get crowded with...
The Dive: Shibumi Supremacy
Just off Access 29 in Wrightsville Beach, Sandra Parker and her sisters hid from the smoldering sun. Years back, Parker’s husband had injured his head on a broken metal rod from a beach canopy, so when they noticed a new flapping blue fabric in Emerald Isle in 2020, they figured they’d give the Shibumi Shade a try.
Cape Fear Foodie: Hot Dog Road Trip Roll Call
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – It’s that time of the year again, summer is officially here, so let’s hit the road and eat some hot dogs. This is my third year in a row traveling throughout Southeastern North Carolina to try the area’s best hot dogs. This time I am handing the road map over to you for nominations.
Around Town With Rhonda Bellamy
Around Town with Rhonda Bellamy is a five-minute interview feature that airs on HQR News (91.3fm and 98.9fm) on Fridays at 9:01am and 3:01pm; and Saturdays and Sundays at 7:01am and 2:01pm and Sundays at 6:01pm. It will also air on Classical HQR (92.7fm, 96.7FM and 102.3fm) on Fridays at 12:01pm, 5:01pm; and Saturdays and Sundays at 11:01am.Ms. Bellamy welcomes guests from all over the Cape Fear Region, talking about arts, culture, community and more.Those interested in submitting an idea for future consideration should email aroundtown@whqr.org.Rhonda Bellamy is currently the Executive Director of the Arts Council of Wilmington and NHC. Bellamy has served on a variety of arts-related boards, including Cameron Art Museum, the Black Arts Alliance, Inc. and the North Carolina Black Film Festival, both of which she co-founded. In addition to her work in the arts, she has more than 20 years of experience in broadcast news. She previously served as news director for Cumulus Media’s five station radio cluster in Wilmington, as well as hosted a daily talk show. Bellamy has also authored and edited three books. She has been honored as Women of the Year-New Hanover Human Relations Commission, YWCA Woman of Achievement in the Arts, and was named one of the 50 Most Influential Arts Leaders (Stars News).
Thanks to a Hoggard High student, you can now find beach toy libraries at Carolina Beach
When thinking about an idea for his Eagle Scout project, Hoggard High School junior Jake Allen knew he wanted to bring something unique to the Wilmington area that would positively impact the community. Allen found out about beach toy libraries after seeing one online that was built at a beach...
Coming Of Age In Baja In The 1960s - Earl Vincent de Berge's Bestselling Biography, A Finger Of Land On An Old Man's Hand, Is Both Compelling And Profound
'A Finger of Land' by Earl Vincent de Berge is not just a memoir; it is instead a masterful retelling of a journey that unravels the depths of self-discovery and the intricate tapestry of human connection with nature and God. WILMINGTON, NC, June 30, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Coming-of-age stories provide...
Much like the vision of its owner Sally Guare Hunsinger, Shish Interiors blends form and beauty to create practical homes that meld perfectly with the busy lives we live
Sally Guare Hunsinger of Shish Interiors is a curator of beauty, form and function, and the stunning result of her curiosity and travels to find the items that fit our homes and our lives are generously displayed at her Centreville store. Throughout the showroom there are farm inspired tables, vintage...
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