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Person hospitalized after e-bike, car collision in Wilmington
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Person hospitalized after e-bike, car collision in Wilmington
The Wilmington Police Department (WPD) is investigating the incident. The intersection remains closed while the investigation takes place.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/23/person-hospitalized-after-e-bike-car-collision-wilmington/
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Brunswick County prepares for weekend winter weather
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Brunswick County prepares for weekend winter weather
Brunswick County officials activated enhanced monitoring Thursday as forecasters predict freezing rain and dangerous cold temperatures this weekend.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/23/brunswick-county-prepares-weekend-winter-weather/
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Student loan borrowers urged to act while wage garnishments suspended
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Student loan borrowers urged to act while wage garnishments suspended
With wage garnishments currently suspended, thereâs a window of opportunity to get aheadâbefore debt collection efforts intensify.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/student-loan-borrowers-urged-act-while-wage-garnishments-suspended/
about 2 hours ago
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We The People: Thalian Hall and Thalian Association continue to be cast in U.S. history
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We The People: Thalian Hall and Thalian Association continue to be cast in U.S. history
Thalian Hall sits center stage downtown as one of the oldest active theaters in America and Thalian Association is possibly the oldest theatre company still in existence in the country.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/23/we-people-thalian-hall-thalian-association-continue-be-cast-us-history/
about 2 hours ago
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Local plumbing services surge in demand as sub-freezing temperatures approach
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Local plumbing services surge in demand as sub-freezing temperatures approach
The plumbing supply store has seen a dramatic increase in sales of pipe connectors this week. Items that plumbers might normally purchase a few times per year are now being bought by the dozens as professionals gear up to help customers protect their pipes from freeze damage.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/local-plumbing-services-surge-demand-sub-freezing-temperatures-approach/
about 3 hours ago
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WECT INVESTIGATES: How Whiteville plans to address financial issues
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WECT INVESTIGATES: How Whiteville plans to address financial issues
The cityâs recent audit found a $700,000 budget deficit from last year and a $1.9 million reporting error.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/wect-investigates-how-whiteville-plans-address-financial-issues/
about 4 hours ago
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Whiteville native MacKenzie Gore being traded to the Rangers from Nationals for prospects, AP source says
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Whiteville native MacKenzie Gore being traded to the Rangers from Nationals for prospects, AP source says
A person with knowledge of the trade tells The Associated Press that All-Star left-hander MacKenzie Gore is headed to the Texas Rangers in a trade that sends five prospects back to the Washington Nationals.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/whiteville-native-mackenzie-gore-being-traded-rangers-nationals-prospects-ap-source-says/
about 5 hours ago
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Wilmington Municipal Golf Course to cover greens ahead of freezing temperatures
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Wilmington Municipal Golf Course to cover greens ahead of freezing temperatures
The Wilmington Municipal Golf Course will cover its ultra-dwarf greens beginning Friday due to forecasted freezing temperatures this weekend.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/wilmington-municipal-golf-course-cover-greens-ahead-freezing-temperatures/
about 6 hours ago
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Columbus County man arrested in connection to August shooting
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Columbus County man arrested in connection to August shooting
A Columbus County man was arrested Wednesday in connection with a shooting that happened in Columbus County last year.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/columbus-county-man-arrested-connection-august-shooting/
about 6 hours ago
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Pender County reminds property owners to list taxable items by next month
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Pender County reminds property owners to list taxable items by next month
Pender County property owners have until Feb. 2 to list all taxable personal property and real estate changes with the tax assessorâs office.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/pender-county-reminds-property-owners-list-taxable-items-by-next-month/
about 6 hours ago
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Four arrested in Brunswick County cocaine trafficking investigation
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Four arrested in Brunswick County cocaine trafficking investigation
Four men have been arrested during an investigation into the distribution of cocaine in Brunswick County.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/four-arrested-brunswick-county-cocaine-trafficking-investigation/
about 6 hours ago
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Teen killed in drive-by shooting in Chadbourn
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Teen killed in drive-by shooting in Chadbourn
16-year-old girl was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting Thursday morning, according to the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/teen-killed-drive-by-shooting-chadbourn/
about 7 hours ago
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North Carolina braces for winter storm with ice, freezing rain expected in Southeastern NC
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North Carolina braces for winter storm with ice, freezing rain expected in Southeastern NC
Gov. Josh Stein held a briefing to provide updates as a winter storm approaches North Carolina.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/north-carolina-braces-winter-storm-with-ice-freezing-rain-expected-southeastern-nc/
about 8 hours ago
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Columbus County issues boil water advisory after emergency repairs
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Columbus County issues boil water advisory after emergency repairs
Anyone who experiences water quality issues, such as discolored water, can contact the after-hours number at 910-770-2158 to report concerns.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/columbus-county-issues-boil-water-advisory-after-emergency-repairs/
about 8 hours ago
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NC Ferry Division hosting career fair in Southport
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NC Ferry Division hosting career fair in Southport
At the event, applications will be accepted for temporary and seasonal employment at all experience levels for the upcoming summer season.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/nc-ferry-division-hosting-career-fair-southport/
about 9 hours ago
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Last nightâs winning Powerball ticket bought at Eastern Carolina store
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Last nightâs winning Powerball ticket bought at Eastern Carolina store
The ticket is worth $209.3 million and was bought at a store in Roanoke Rapids.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/last-nights-winning-powerball-ticket-bought-eastern-carolina-store/
about 10 hours ago
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Brunswick County Sheriffâs Office K9s to receive body armor donation
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Brunswick County Sheriffâs Office K9s to receive body armor donation
K9s Black, Jax, Pepper and Ronin will receive bullet and stab protective vests from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/brunswick-county-sheriffs-office-k9s-receive-body-armor-donation/
about 10 hours ago
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N.C. Fourth of July Festival to host Red, White & Blue Shrimparoo fundraiser
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N.C. Fourth of July Festival to host Red, White & Blue Shrimparoo fundraiser
The event will feature shrimp prepared in various ways, chicken, barbecue pork and sides.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/nc-fourth-july-festival-host-red-white-blue-shrimparoo-fundraiser/
about 11 hours ago
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Wilmington Terminal Railroad among 14 recipients of $16.3 million award
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Wilmington Terminal Railroad among 14 recipients of $16.3 million award
The NCDOT is investing the funds to improve freight rail infrastructure that will upgrade more than 95 miles of railroad track and improve eight railroad bridges and culverts in the state.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/wilmington-terminal-railroad-among-14-recipients-163-million-award/
about 11 hours ago
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NCDOT preparing for weekend winter weather in SENC
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NCDOT preparing for weekend winter weather in SENC
NCDOT Division 3 maintenance engineers will provide an update on snow and ice preparations in the area.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/ncdot-preparing-weekend-winter-weather-senc/
about 12 hours ago
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Father arrested in toddlerâs 2023 overdose death
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Father arrested in toddlerâs 2023 overdose death
EPD said officials determined the child died from the toxic effects of fentanyl and cocaine.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/father-arrested-toddlers-2023-overdose-death/
about 12 hours ago
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Lane closure on Oleander Drive due to water main repair
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Lane closure on Oleander Drive due to water main repair
The closure is expected to last for around 8 hours.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/lane-closure-oleander-drive-due-water-main-repair/
about 14 hours ago
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CFCC hosting FAFSA completion support event
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CFCC hosting FAFSA completion support event
Trained financial aid staff will be on-site to answer questions, provide resources and help attendees complete the FAFSA form.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/cfcc-hosting-fafsa-completion-support-event/
about 14 hours ago
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Bladen County residents oppose East Arcadia School closure plan
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Bladen County residents oppose East Arcadia School closure plan
Parents and community members voiced overwhelming opposition to a proposal to close East Arcadia School and consolidate it with Clarkton School of Discovery.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/bladen-county-residents-oppose-east-arcadia-school-closure-plan/
about 16 hours ago
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Wilmington Minority Chamber of Commerce announces official launch
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Wilmington Minority Chamber of Commerce announces official launch
The organization says it was created to provide growth opportunities, networking and advocacy for underrepresented business owners in the region.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/wilmington-minority-chamber-commerce-announces-official-launch/
1 day ago
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash damages traffic signal at N. 3rd and N. Front intersection
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash damages traffic signal at N. 3rd and N. Front intersection
The signals are completely out of service, according to the Wilmington Police Department.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/traffic-alert-crash-damages-traffic-signal-n-3rd-n-front-intersection/
1 day ago
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The Warming Shelter Wilmington reopens ahead of extreme cold weather
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The Warming Shelter Wilmington reopens ahead of extreme cold weather
The Warming Shelter in Wilmington will reopen Saturday, Jan. 24, for a planned seven-night operation due to extreme cold temperatures and predicted freezing rain.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/warming-shelter-wilmington-reopens-ahead-extreme-cold-weather/
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Stuck on the screen: 46% of Americans say theyâre addicted to their phones, new study finds
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Stuck on the screen: 46% of Americans say theyâre addicted to their phones, new study finds
According to the study, 41% of people said they feel anxiety when their phone battery gets low and nearly 85% check their phone within 10 minutes of waking up.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/stuck-screen-americans-check-phones-nearly-200-times-daily-new-study-finds/
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Carolina Beach doubles merit raises to address employee retention challenges
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Carolina Beach doubles merit raises to address employee retention challenges
The town council recently voted to double merit raises from 2% to 4% as part of efforts to retain staff. For Town Manager Bruce Oakley is also working to enhance employee benefits after hearing feedback from workers.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/carolina-beach-doubles-merit-raises-address-employee-retention-challenges/
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North Carolina faces severe mental health provider shortage in rural areas
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North Carolina faces severe mental health provider shortage in rural areas
According to recent data, 40% of the U.S. population lives in a mental health professional shortage area.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/north-carolina-faces-severe-mental-health-provider-shortage-rural-areas/
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WECT INVESTIGATES: Family dismisses lawsuit against New Hanover Co. Schools over student athlete eligibility
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WECT INVESTIGATES: Family dismisses lawsuit against New Hanover Co. Schools over student athlete eligibility
The lawsuit was initially filed in October after the family sought to restore its son Jordan Tunâs athletic eligibility at Laney High School.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/wect-investigates-family-dismisses-lawsuit-against-new-hanover-co-schools-over-student-athlete-eligibility/
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Road closure begins next week for Leland roundabout construction project
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Road closure begins next week for Leland roundabout construction project
An intersection in Leland is getting major upgrades.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/road-closure-begins-next-week-leland-roundabout-construction-project/
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âOperation Weedus Deletusâ: Columbus County drug bust nets 62 pounds of marijuana
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âOperation Weedus Deletusâ: Columbus County drug bust nets 62 pounds of marijuana
A multi-agency drug investigation resulted in the seizure of approximately 62 pounds of marijuana and the arrest of one person following the interception of illegal packages in Columbus County.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/operation-weedus-deletus-columbus-county-drug-bust-nets-62-pounds-marijuana/
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North Carolina declares state of emergency ahead of winter storm
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North Carolina declares state of emergency ahead of winter storm
Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency Wednesday as North Carolina prepares for a major winter storm expected to hit Saturday morning.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/north-carolina-declares-state-emergency-ahead-winter-storm/
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Bladenboro mayor releases statement after open container citation
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Bladenboro mayor releases statement after open container citation
In a statement through the Johnson & Johnson Attorneys At Law, PLLC firm, Hales said he was involved in a single-vehicle accident while delivering dinner to the Annual Bladenboro Fire Department Appreciation Dinner.Â
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/bladenboro-mayor-releases-statement-after-open-container-citation/
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NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher relocates two sand tiger sharks to larger habitats
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NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher relocates two sand tiger sharks to larger habitats
Four aquariums worked together to relocate two sand tiger sharks from the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher to larger habitats at other North Carolina facilities.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/nc-aquarium-fort-fisher-relocates-two-sand-tiger-sharks-larger-habitats/
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Wilmington chef earns 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist recognition
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Wilmington chef earns 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist recognition
A Wilmington chef has been named a semifinalist for one of the culinary industryâs most prestigious awards.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/wilmington-chef-earns-2026-james-beard-award-semifinalist-recognition/
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NC Attorney General warns of fake DMV text scam
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NC Attorney General warns of fake DMV text scam
The messages threaten license suspension, fines and other penalties, and claim the recipient has an unpaid traffic ticket.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/nc-attorney-general-warns-fake-dmv-text-scam/
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School districts monitoring winter weather impacts in southeastern NC
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School districts monitoring winter weather impacts in southeastern NC
Schools across southeastern North Carolina are monitoring conditions in anticipation of winter weather expected to affect the area.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/school-districts-monitoring-winter-weather-impacts-southeastern-nc/
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Supply man arrested on child sex crime charges
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Supply man arrested on child sex crime charges
Bellamy is being held at the Brunswick County Detention Facilit without bond.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/supply-man-arrested-child-sex-crime-charges/
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Study finds racial disparities in stroke treatment timing
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Study finds racial disparities in stroke treatment timing
Asian, Black and Hispanic patients arrive at hospitals later than white patients, research shows.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/study-finds-racial-disparities-stroke-treatment-timing/
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State sees first child under 5 years old die from flu this season
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State sees first child under 5 years old die from flu this season
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services says there are 42 more deaths across the state, compared to a week ago.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/state-sees-first-child-under-5-years-old-die-flu-this-season/
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Brunswick County secures 380-acre site for raw water reservoir project
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Brunswick County secures 380-acre site for raw water reservoir project
The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners has approved the purchase of an $8.7 million property that will be the future site of a raw water reservoir.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/brunswick-county-secures-380-acre-site-raw-water-reservoir-project/
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Laney High School names former New Hanover defensive coordinator as new football coach
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Laney High School names former New Hanover defensive coordinator as new football coach
Houser replaces Steve Brooks, who stepped down in November. This marks Laneyâs third head coach in the past three years.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/laney-high-school-names-former-new-hanover-defensive-coordinator-new-football-coach/
1 day ago
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Columbus County extends QRV contract for Nakina Fire and Rescue
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Columbus County extends QRV contract for Nakina Fire and Rescue
Nakina Fire and Rescue (NFR) has provided an update on the emergency medical services coverage within the Nakina Rescue response district.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/columbus-county-extends-qrv-contract-nakina-fire-rescue/
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Police investigating shooting of teen in Wilmington
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Police investigating shooting of teen in Wilmington
WPD officers found a 17-year-old male victim inside a home and determined the shooting occurred in the backyard after an altercation involving multiple juveniles.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/police-investigate-shooting-teen-wilmington/
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SCC launches training academy to address child care worker crisis
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SCC launches training academy to address child care worker crisis
The academy is designed to create certified childcare workers who meet the needs of childcare providers in Columbus County.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/scc-launches-training-academy-address-child-care-worker-crisis/
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Skywatch Bird Rescue seeks urgent donations for winter weather preparations
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Skywatch Bird Rescue seeks urgent donations for winter weather preparations
Organizers at the wildlife rehabilitation facility say they house exotic, domestic, and migratory birds that are not equipped for the stateâs winter weather.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/skywatch-bird-rescue-seeks-urgent-donations-winter-weather-preparations/
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WECT provides the latest updates on this weekendâs potential winter weather
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WECT provides the latest updates on this weekendâs potential winter weather
A wintry storm system is expected to move across the Carolinas this weekend with subfreezing temperatures to follow.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/wect-provides-latest-updates-this-weekends-potential-winter-weather/
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Portion of Market Street closed for water main repair
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Portion of Market Street closed for water main repair
The closure is expected to last for around 6 hours.
https://www.wect.com/2026/01/21/portion-market-street-closed-water-main-repair/
1 day ago
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