SHALLOTTE, N.C. (WECT) - Three men are in custody after an incident at the Walmart in Shallotte around 7p.m. Friday.A Walmart employee stopped a Shallotte Police Sergeant and said a female wanted to … [Read more...] about Immigration Authorities issue detainer for three men arrested at Shallotte Walmart for sexual assault, obtaining property by false pretense
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Community hosts walkathon in honor of Laney High School student
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - People from across the community showed up Saturday for a walkathon at Laney High School to honor a student who passed away earlier this month.The Walk-a-Thon raised money … [Read more...] about Community hosts walkathon in honor of Laney High School student
Search for Pender County man continues nearly 3 years after disappearance
PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Almost three years after Robert Bonham first went missing, his family and community continue to search for a sign of where he may be.A rally to find Bonham Saturday … [Read more...] about Search for Pender County man continues nearly 3 years after disappearance
North Carolina treasurer Folwell running for governor in 2024
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell announced on Saturday he will run for governor in 2024, a bid that will likely require him besting Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson to earn the … [Read more...] about North Carolina treasurer Folwell running for governor in 2024
Be The Match event aiming to raise awareness and find donors for blood cancer patients needing stem cell transplants
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Battling cancer is no easy feat, and sometimes finding treatment is an even harder battle.For some blood cancers, there aren’t many treatment options, to begin with, and it’s … [Read more...] about Be The Match event aiming to raise awareness and find donors for blood cancer patients needing stem cell transplants
18 local breweries compete in Cape Fear Craft Bear Week’s Ultimate Brewing Championship
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Craft Beer Week is officially underway, with 18 local breweries entering Ultimate Brewing Championship at the Hannah Block Community Arts Center on Friday … [Read more...] about 18 local breweries compete in Cape Fear Craft Bear Week’s Ultimate Brewing Championship
Brunswick Co. to host virtual workshop for non-profits seeking support for local projects
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Brunswick County is hosting a virtual workshop on Friday, March 31, for non-profits to learn how to request support for eligible projects through the County’s … [Read more...] about Brunswick Co. to host virtual workshop for non-profits seeking support for local projects
Registration now open for 33rd annual River to Sea Bike Ride
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The 33rd Annual River to Sea Bike Ride will take place on Saturday, May 6, starting at the intersection of Princess St and 2nd St.The 20-mile bike ride will travel from … [Read more...] about Registration now open for 33rd annual River to Sea Bike Ride
More people visiting NC beach towns amid record warm weather
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - As more people start to head down to the beaches during the first weekend of spring, local business owners are preparing for busy days well ahead of tourist season. … [Read more...] about More people visiting NC beach towns amid record warm weather
NCDEQ awarding grant funds to Burgaw and Ocean Isle Beach for technical assistance
BURGAW, N.C. (WECT) - Burgaw and Ocean Isle Beach are two of 15 communities receiving part of a $1.1 million grant from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal … [Read more...] about NCDEQ awarding grant funds to Burgaw and Ocean Isle Beach for technical assistance