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Monthly Archives: January, 2017
Saffo touts traffic projects, says Wilmington will remain a ‘tree city’ during State of the City address
Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo said the city would continue to address “the most important issue for our citizens” by focusing on transportation, citing projects...
Town to survey residents on curbside recycling
During its annual retreat meeting, the Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen asked staff to create a survey to ask residents if the town should...
Angler takes Wrightsville Beach dogfish tourney with 9.9 pound catch
By Johanna Ferebee
Contributing Writer
Under clear skies and a fifty degree chill on Saturday, more than one hundred fishermen huddled together in Wrightsville Beach on...
Shag dancers come to WB to preserve traditions, support cancer patients
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By Taylor Doss
Intern
Shag dancers from all over the southeast are in Wrightsville Beach this weekend, helping to support a locally-born cancer foundation while dancing...
Board members view new parking technology
During its annual retreat meeting, the Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen got a look at new parking meter technology that could offer visitors more...
Food Network star Giada De Laurentiis tours GLOW ahead of Landfall fundraiser
Food Network chef Giada De Laurentiis toured the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW), telling stories of how she got started as a chef...
April finish for water tower renovations
For the first time since 2006, the town’s south end water tower will undergo renovations, as crews will repaint and repair the tower over...
Cold Stroke Classic
Paddlers prepare to start Coastal Urge’s ninth annual Cold Stroke Classic at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort’s soundside beach Saturday, Jan. 21.~ Allison Potter
PHOTOS: Board sees WB Park plan
During its annual retreat meeting, the Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen looked at an updated conceptual redesign of Wrightsville Beach Park.
Landscape architect Scott Stewart...
National Park Service’s grant sends students to Alaska
By Elly Colwell
Contributing Writer
Ten Wilmington high-school students are preparing for a three-week Alaskan wilderness adventure as part of a program that introduces outdoor excursions...