Shake Shack to open first Wilmington location Shake Shack announced it will open its first Wilmington location at 915 Military Cutoff Road.

Shake Shack to open first Wilmington location #NCnews

North Carolina Aquariums lead statewide nature documentation event The North Carolina Aquariums will lead the state’s participation in the City Nature Challenge from April 24-27.

North Carolina Aquariums lead statewide nature documentation event #NCnews

Holden Beach welcomes new police chief The Town of Holden Beach has hired Steve Barger as its new police chief. He brings public safety leadership experience to the town

Holden Beach welcomes new police chief #NCnews

Special Olympics New Hanover County to hold Spring Games this week Special Olympics New Hanover County will host its Spring Games this week at Ashley High School.

Special Olympics New Hanover County to hold Spring Games this week #NCnews

Thousands of pills collected at Dosher Memorial Hospital during take-back event Dosher Memorial Hospital collected more than 10,000 narcotic pills and over 1,300 milliliters of narcotic liquids during its 30th semiannual Operation Medicine Cabinet.

Thousands of pills collected at Dosher Memorial Hospital during take-back event #NCnews

Mark your calendars: UNCW spring commencement dates announced The University of North Carolina Wilmington has announced its 2026 spring Commencement ceremony date.

Mark your calendars: UNCW spring commencement dates announced #NCnews

Detours ahead: Surf City stormwater project starts Monday Town staff are warning drivers about upcoming traffic pattern changes and detours in Surf City due to a stormwater project.

Detours ahead: Surf City stormwater project starts Monday #NCnews

Free disaster preparedness event coming to New Hanover County in May The New Hanover Disaster Coalition will host its 2026 Disaster Preparedness Expo.

Free disaster preparedness event coming to New Hanover County in May #Community

Teacher at Leland Middle School arrested for drug possession A teacher in Brunswick County was arrested Monday on a drug-related charge.

Teacher at Leland Middle School arrested for drug possession #NCnews

ZZ Top coming to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater Iconic rock band ZZ Top is coming to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington this September.

ZZ Top coming to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater #NCnews

Pender Co. commissioners address property taxes, development concerns at April meeting The Pender County Board of Commissioners discussed property tax assessments, the resignation of the county’s attorney and more at its meeting on Monday.

Pender Co. commissioners address property taxes, development concerns at April meeting #NCnews

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Stein announcing recommended budget for 2026-2027 Governor Josh Stein is holding a press conference to announce his recommended budget for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year.

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Stein announcing recommended budget for 2026-2027 #NCnews

Bob Dylan coming to Live Oak Bank Pavilion Iconic American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan is coming to Live Oak Bank Pavilion in Wilmington this summer.

Bob Dylan coming to Live Oak Bank Pavilion #Community

The right way to talk to kids about tough topics Being a parent comes with a lot of ups and downs, and with every age comes a new set of challenges without a handbook to guide you.

The right way to talk to kids about tough topics #NCnews

Andy Warhol’s ‘Silver Clouds’ exhibit to land at Cameron Art Museum Cameron Art Museum is inviting the public to view a new exhibit featuring pieces by art icon Andy Warhol.

Andy Warhol’s ‘Silver Clouds’ exhibit to land at Cameron Art Museum #NCnews

Man arrested after discharging weapon on Noland Drive, prompting school lockdown The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest Monday after a man discharged a weapon inside a home on Noland Drive near Wilmington Christian Academy.

Man arrested after discharging weapon on Noland Drive, prompting school lockdown #NCnews

Carolina Beach man sentenced for child exploitation charges A Carolina Beach man was convicted on multiple charges related to child sexual exploitation on Monday.

Carolina Beach man sentenced for child exploitation charges #NCnews

Coastal Therapeutic Riding Program continues mission after losing three therapy horses New Hanover County program searches for new horses with right temperament to serve dozens of families

Coastal Therapeutic Riding Program continues mission after losing three therapy horses #Community

Three-day Veterans Benefits Live to be held in Wilmington Compensation and pension examiners will be at the event to offer in-person support to veterans and help them get access to their earned benefits as soon as possible.

Three-day Veterans Benefits Live to be held in Wilmington #Community

Ben & Jerry’s replaces Coldstone at Mayfaire Ben & Jerry’s will open its first Wilmington location at Mayfaire this Wednesday.

Ben & Jerry’s replaces Coldstone at Mayfaire #NCnews

Wawa announces opening date for first store in Wilmington #NCnews

WECT meteorologist completes Boston Marathon WECT is recognizing meteorologist Colin Hackman for completing the 2026 Boston Marathon on Monday, April 20.

WECT meteorologist completes Boston Marathon #NCnews

New video shows chaos on Front Street night Marine was killed in downtown stabbing Two stabbings happened minutes apart, within a block of each other, early Easter morning.

New video shows chaos on Front Street night Marine was killed in downtown stabbing #NCnews

The Oak Ridge Boys to perform at the Wilson Center The Oak Ridge Boys, a popular country gospel group, are scheduled to come to Wilmington this summer on their Celebrating Route 66 tour.

The Oak Ridge Boys to perform at the Wilson Center #NCnews

OpiAID founder David Reeser dies at 46 David Reeser passed away Friday, April 17 after an eight-month battle with a rare cancer.

OpiAID founder David Reeser dies at 46 #NCnews

Wilmington Christian Academy lockdown lifted after gunfire in nearby neighborhood Wilmington Christian Academy was placed in secure mode Monday after shots were fired in a nearby neighborhood, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.

Wilmington Christian Academy lockdown lifted after gunfire in nearby neighborhood #NCnews

Beat Parkinson’s Today to host 5K run and walk in May Beat Parkinson’s Today will host a 5K run and walk this May, starting at The Pointe at Barclay.

Beat Parkinson’s Today to host 5K run and walk in May #NCnews

Hampstead man accused of providing fentanyl that killed 18-year-old woman A Hampstead man was arrested in March following the death of an 18-year-old woman from a suspected fentanyl overdose, according to the Pender County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO).

Hampstead man accused of providing fentanyl that killed 18-year-old woman #NCnews

Carolina Beach slashes downtown boardwalk property price by $3 million The properties are located around the events stage at the Carolina Beach boardwalk, an area currently used for amusements and parking during the summer months.

Carolina Beach slashes downtown boardwalk property price by $3 million #NCnews

Topsail Island’s Ocean Fest wins two awards for environmental impact Ocean Fest received two awards from the Southeast Festivals and Events Association, the Pender County Tourism Development Authority announced Monday.

Topsail Island’s Ocean Fest wins two awards for environmental impact #NCnews