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‘Those ballots will be counted’: BOE vows to avoid a repeat of last year’s Election Night More than 12,000 voters have cast early ballots in New Hanover County, a steep increase from the last municipal elections in 2023.

‘Those ballots will be counted’: BOE vows to avoid a repeat of last year’s Election Night #NCnews

Carolina Beach warns of potential closures and flooding due to king tides The Town of Carolina Beach is advising residents to watch for flooding during the week because of higher-than-normal tides.

Carolina Beach warns of potential closures and flooding due to king tides #NCnews

Two Pender County deputies arrested, charged in separate domestic incidents Two Pender County deputies have resigned following their arrests in separate domestic incidents.

Two Pender County deputies arrested, charged in separate domestic incidents #NCnews

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crews to close road in Southport for utility repairs Drivers are advised to use alternate routes or stay cautious while driving through the area.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crews to close road in Southport for utility repairs #NCnews

Trump administration to cover half of November SNAP benefits, local pantries prepare for continued demand Local food pantries are seeing increased demand as the government shutdown leaves SNAP benefits uncertain for millions of families across the country.

Trump administration to cover half of November SNAP benefits, local pantries prepare for continued demand #NCnews

CFCC food pantry is holding a Thanksgiving Food Drive Cape Fear Community College’s (CFCC) student food pantry is currently holding a Thanksgiving Food Drive.

CFCC food pantry is holding a Thanksgiving Food Drive #NCnews

Southport Cares releases update on funds raised for victims of mass shooting As of Monday, Nov. 3, Southport Cares states they have taken in $242,237.26 in donations since the mass shooting.

Southport Cares releases update on funds raised for victims of mass shooting #NCnews

What to know before you vote: Election official shares tips ahead of Election Day Daley noted one of the primary problems voters had during Early Voting, was showing up to the wrong polling location.

What to know before you vote: Election official shares tips ahead of Election Day #NCnews

Seven new ambulances join Brunswick County EMS fleet Brunswick County Emergency Medical Services (BCEMS) has announced additions to its emergency vehicle fleet.

Seven new ambulances join Brunswick County EMS fleet #NCnews

Crimes of the Cape Fear: Who killed Michael Whaley? It was a chilly Wednesday night in February, 1998. Michael Whaley and his family had grilled out for dinner at home in Castle Hayne. After dinner, with his wife busy doing laundry, Michael went outside to put the grill away. Someone shot and killed him minutes later.

Crimes of the Cape Fear: Who killed Michael Whaley? #NCnews

State leaders launch new mental health program for people returning from incarceration FACT will have teams in four counties across the state including right here in New Hanover County.

State leaders launch new mental health program for people returning from incarceration #NCnews

NC officials release update on SNAP lawsuit following judges order to Trump administration The USDA said on Monday that it would pay partial payments to all SNAP recipients.

NC officials release update on SNAP lawsuit following judges order to Trump administration #NCnews

Gun found on North Brunswick High School campus According to BCS, a report was submitted through the school’s established reporting process.

Gun found on North Brunswick High School campus #NCnews

Wilmington Target fined for price scanning errors After failing two inspections, authorities fined Target $1,140.

Wilmington Target fined for price scanning errors #NCnews

Fire Marshal warns NC residents of dangers of carbon monoxide during November November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, and the Office of the North Carolina State Fire Marshal is warning residents about the colorless, odorless, and deadly gas.

Fire Marshal warns NC residents of dangers of carbon monoxide during November #NCnews

K9 Mylo makes debut at Carolina Beach Police Department The Carolina Beach Police Department (CBPD) has announced the newest member to its department.

K9 Mylo makes debut at Carolina Beach Police Department #NCnews

USACE outlines Carolina Beach nourishment project set for November The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) provided an update on the Carolina Beach nourishment project, set to begin in November.

USACE outlines Carolina Beach nourishment project set for November #NCnews

Boil water advisory issued for Myrtle Grove residents A precautionary boil water advisory has been issued for residents in the Myrtle Grove area.

Boil water advisory issued for Myrtle Grove residents #NCnews

Local business marks 20 years by planting 25 trees in Olsen Park The trees to be planted include nine Southern live oaks, eight longleaf pines, and eight eastern red cedars.

Local business marks 20 years by planting 25 trees in Olsen Park #Community

Man wanted on felonies arrested after ignoring Wilmington traffic stop A man wanted on multiple outstanding felonies was arrested by Wilmington police on Sunday.

Man wanted on felonies arrested after ignoring Wilmington traffic stop #NCnews

NCHSAA releases brackets for men’s high school soccer playoffs The North Carolina High School Athletic Association has released the brackets for the men’s high school soccer playoffs, which begin this week.

NCHSAA releases brackets for men’s high school soccer playoffs #NCnews

Bolivia Fire Department investigating early morning house fire BFD officials said that the fire engulfed most of the structure and was coming out through the roof.

Bolivia Fire Department investigating early morning house fire #NCnews

Wallace police searching for suspect in shooting The Wallace Police Department is searching for a suspect allegedly involved in a shooting that left one person injured.

Wallace police searching for suspect in shooting #NCnews

New Hanover Co. hosting events in observance of 1898 Wilmington Massacre and Coup d’etat New Hanover County is hosting events throughout November to commemorate the 127th anniversary of the 1898 Wilmington Massacre and Coup d’état.

New Hanover Co. hosting events in observance of 1898 Wilmington Massacre and Coup d’etat #Community

Red Cross hosting blood drives in the Cape Fear area this fall You can make an appointment online or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Red Cross hosting blood drives in the Cape Fear area this fall #NCnews

NCDMV driver’s license tests halted due to software issue NCDOT officials say a computer software issue from the software vendor caused the issue.

NCDMV driver’s license tests halted due to software issue #NCnews

Pender Co. Schools hosting county-wide food drive throughout November Collection bins will be located at all PCS schools throughout November.

Pender Co. Schools hosting county-wide food drive throughout November #NCnews

Sunset Beach asking for community input on improving N.C. 904 Corridor The study aims to improve traffic, safety, walking and biking amenities, and long-term growth in the area.

Sunset Beach asking for community input on improving N.C. 904 Corridor #Community

CFCC inviting public to annual production of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ The production will be accompanied by Vince Guaraldi’s jazz score and feature original artwork created by CFCC’s Graphic Design students.

CFCC inviting public to annual production of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ #Community

INTERVIEW: Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade honoring veterans this weekend Si Cantwell, an event organizer with the parade, was in the studio to talk more about the event.

INTERVIEW: Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade honoring veterans this weekend #Community