North Carolina is debating its long-standing ban on hardened structures like seawalls as coastal erosion threatens homes and infrastructure. A new draft report from a state science panel advises a ...

A new commercial project called Shaw Point is proposed for Rocky Point, North Carolina. The project plans include a sit-down restaurant and retail space at N.C. 210 and Shaw Highway. This development ...

Fireworks light up the sky tonight as America celebrates its 250th birthday. Here’s where to catch July 4 displays across the ...

Explore the Wilmington area's deep Revolutionary War roots and the historic sites that shaped American independence.

Hoggard’s #19 Brielle Archer and Laney's #15 Stella Pepperas fight for the ball as Hoggard took on Laney at Scott Braswell Stadium, March 30, 202 in Wilmington, N.C.

Southport hosted the week-long N.C. 4th of July Festival to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. The festival featured traditional events like a parade, fireworks, and a naturalization ceremony ...

The Fourth of July is almost upon us. America's Independence Day, a federal holiday, is associated with barbecues, gatherings ...

John Hood looks back at 40 years of columns, sharing insights on education reform and political accountability.

See the festive atmosphere of the 2026 N.C. Fourth of July Festival Parade that brings thousands of patriotic spectators to ...

Newly released 911 audio captures the panic and urgency during the fatal shooting of Emir Moore at a Wilmington bar.

A Brunswick County lottery player just got a big "payday." William Everett of Southport played a $30 Cash Payday ticket and ...

The grass doesn't grow where it should, and most everything he plants eventually dies. Still, here's why Gareth McGrath loves ...