Wilmington, NC Sees Moderate Air Quality
Weather report shows acceptable air quality, with some concerns for sensitive individuals
New Hanover School Board Rejects Black History Month Resolution
Record-Setting Great White Shark Spotted Off North Carolina Coast
Lifestyle
Wilmington community remembers Jim Patsalos, founder of beloved Jimbo's diner
Patsalos, the longtime co-owner of Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House, was remembered for his hard work and generosity.

Museum of Coastal Carolina Hosts Sesame Street Planetarium Show
Preschool day event features activities, storytime, and a new planetarium show with Elmo and Big Bird.
Downtown Wilmington Businesses Brave Snow-Covered Sidewalks
Shops and restaurants remain open despite challenging winter conditions for customers
Crime
North Carolina Executive Pleads Guilty to Rigging $8M in Military Contracts
Thomas C. Rollins faces up to 10 years in prison for coordinating bids with competitors to eliminate competition

North Carolina Company President Pleads Guilty to $8.5M Military Contract Bid-Rigging Scheme
Thomas C. Rollins admitted to conspiring with others to rig bids for maintenance, repair, and operations contracts affecting U.S. military installations.
Boat Owner Faces Felony Littering Charges After Vessel Runs Aground
The abandoned boat washed ashore at Freeman Park in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.
Sports
UNCW Seahawks Face Charleston Cougars in CAA Title Showdown
The 2026 Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) Men's Basketball Championship game is poised to be a thrilling contest between the UNC Wilmington (UNCW) Seahawks and the College of Charleston Cougars.

Madison Durr Transfers to UNC-Wilmington
College basketball player switches schools ahead of new season
Sonny Jurgensen, Beloved Washington Football Icon, Dies at 91
The Hall of Fame quarterback was a beloved figure in the nation's capital for over four decades as a player and broadcaster.
Entertainment
Local artist organizes Keith Haring tribute gallery for Valentine's Day
The 'I Heart ILM' pop-up exhibition will feature work from around 40 artists honoring the iconic artist's cultural impact.

Mamma Mia! relaunches its 25th anniversary tour in Wilmington
The hit musical returns to the stage with new lead actors and a large ensemble, bringing ABBA favorites to local audiences.
3 Essential Stoner Metal Albums to Discover
Dive into the groovy, heavy, and influential world of stoner metal with these standout records.
Health
Isosceles Pharmaceuticals Advances Anti-Inflammatory Drug Candidate to Phase I Trial
Novel intravenous therapy IPI201 accepted for first-in-human clinical evaluation

Wilmington Mother Searches for Kidney Donor to Care for Medically Fragile Daughter
DonKiya Robinson Dailey is one of nearly 30,000 North Carolinians living with kidney failure, but only a quarter received a transplant in 2024.
Novant Renames Neuroscience Institute After Michael Jordan's Mom
The $10 million donation from Michael Jordan honors his mother's commitment to accessible healthcare.