Wilmington Breaks Ground on $5.7 Million Streetscape Project
The city's infrastructure project will add sidewalks, upgrade crosswalks, and improve ADA accessibility along Dawson and Wooster Streets.
R.J. Decker Star Bevin Bru Stopped Watching Grey's Anatomy Because of Scott Speedman
Novant Health Hosts Hiring Event at New Medical Center
Crime
Wilmington Man Charged with 72 Counts Including Rape and Voyeurism
Authorities say Michael Trey was arrested in Florida on a fugitive warrant and extradited back to North Carolina.

Brunswick County Authorities Seek Missing 89-Year-Old Woman
Marcia Yarbrough Craig was last seen leaving her home late Sunday night.
Wilmington Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for 2023 Stabbing
Terry Earl Hooper Jr. pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Daniel Webb-Sholar.
Lifestyle
Hooley Under the Bridge Returns for 9th Year at Waterline Brewing
Annual Irish music and dance festival brings community spirit to Wilmington

Restoration Work Resumes on Kenan Fountain in Downtown Wilmington
The city says the project is expected to be completed by the end of April.
Coastal BUDS Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day
Event features live music, food, games, and more to support people with Down syndrome.
Weather
Wilmington Townhouse Fire Displaces Five, Kills One Pet
Blaze contained to single unit, no injuries reported but a bearded dragon perished.

Daily Forecast for Wilmington, North Carolina
10-day outlook with highs, lows, and precipitation chances
Three Empty Train Cars Derail in Wilmington
Incident disrupts traffic but causes no injuries or spills, prompting investigation into cause
Politics
New Hanover County Democrats Call for Candidate to Withdraw Over Relationship with Sex Offender
Party leadership says Rick Southerland failed to disclose information about his living situation with a registered sex offender.

Unofficial results for 2026 Primary Election in southeastern North Carolina
Breakdown of winners across federal, state, and local races in the region
Protesters Gather at 1898 Memorial Park to Oppose U.S. Strikes on Iran
Wilmington residents rally against recent military actions and other administration policies.
Entertainment
Wilmington Artist Milton Gore Jr. to Receive Celestial Visionary Award
The award honors Gore's outstanding contributions to the local arts community.

Jake Worthington Kicks Off 'Intent to Tonk' Tour, BMLG Rebrands as Blue Highway Records
Country music news roundup includes tour dates, label changes, and new museum exhibit
Jake Worthington Announces Intent to Tonk Tour, BMLG Rebrands as Blue Highway Records
Country music news roundup includes tour dates, label changes, and new museum exhibit