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WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – Carolina Beach has begun construction of a one-way traffic pattern on a busy stretch of Canal Drive. The change affects Canal Drive between Harper Avenue and Cape Fear Boulevard, adjacent to the boardwalk. The project currently serves as a temporary test to address pedestrian safety concerns, but officials say the change
BRUNSWICK CO., N.C. (WECT) – When a fire breaks out, it’s a firefighter’s job to step in to help, but just like anything else in this world, even taking off to save lives costs money. Fire officials in Brunswick County say they need more of it. “Fire funding has been a hot topic for the
WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WECT) – The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has announced that 16-year-old Kira Ramsey has been located. Kira Ramsey (Columbus County Sheriff's Office) Copyright 2025 WECT. All rights reserved.
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The winner whose photo is featured on the cover of the 2026 Collector’s Calendar is Jeannie Ulrich from Lake Waccamaw, NC. Ulrich’s winning photo is titled “Lake Waccamaw Snowy Sunset” and shows a snow-covered pier on Lake Waccamaw at sunset. Cover contest winner of the 2026 Collector’s Calendar. (WECT) To find
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – What’s the holiday season without some beautiful lights on display? This December, the public will have a chance to admire holiday lights and take a stroll through history with the Bellamy Mansion Museum’s Night of Lights. Gareth Evans, the executive director of Bellamy Mansion Museum, joined WECT in the studio on
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The City of Wilmington is reminding residents to leave feedback on a proposal for the Greater Downtown Wilmington Plan. Officials say the plan encompasses 18 neighborhoods surrounding the downtown Wilmington area and is intended to inform decisions regarding future development, economic investment and community needs. To learn more about the proposal
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – The UNCW Board of Trustees will be reviewing several topics at its next meeting, including proposed work on UNCW facilities and a possible tuition increase. TUITION The UNCW Board of Trustees will review and vote on proposed tuition adjustments on Friday, Dec. 12. According to a presentation, the university is asking
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) – The Annie Catherine Pridgen Community Development Foundation is inviting community members to join it for National Wreaths Across America Day. The foundation said it will honor soldiers who have died by laying Christmas wreaths on their graves. The observance will be held at noon on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – A woman is being held on a $1 million secured bond after an investigation into alleged child abuse led to her arrest. According to arrest warrants, Shanequa Vereen was arrested Monday, Dec. 1, and charged with felony child abuse resulting in serious bodily injury. The Wilmington Police Department (WPD) said someone
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – Hundreds of adopted Angel Tree gifts still need to be returned by Dec. 10 to help Cape Fear Children. Every year, the Salvation Army does the Angel Tree Program. The program allows people to buy Christmas gifts for children in need. Major Ken Morris with the Salvation Army says that this