President Trump’s new executive order could halt progress on North Carolina’s planned offshore wind farms. Plus, New Hanover nears naming a permanent school superintendent.
Johanna F. Still
Johanna F. Still is a health care reporter for The Assembly. She previously worked for the Greater Wilmington Business Journal, where she reported on economic development. She is also a photographer, and was the assistant editor of Port City Daily.
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The Dive: ShotSpotter in the Crosshairs
Wilmington welcomes its first snow day in years. Plus, ShotSpotter spurs debates across the state that haven’t reached Wilmington.
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The Company Behind ShotSpotter Says It Curbs Gun Violence. Some Cities Fear It’s An Empty Promise.
Several North Carolina cities have ended ties with the company that uses technology to track gun violence.
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The Dive: Late to the Party
Wilmington prepares to pilot a social drinking district. Plus, Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams announces his retirement.
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The Dive: Throwing Shade
An appeals court upholds Pender’s denial of a massive solar farm. Plus, reflections on New Hanover’s new DA.
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The Dive: New Developments
The anti-overdevelopment movement evolved and mobilized this year.
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The Dive: Pies in the Sky
The endowment makes big ideas more realistic. Plus, the latest on the federal probe in Columbus County.
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The Dive: An Oversight Fight
New Hanover County hired a law firm to review its elections office—against the office’s will.
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The Dive: Farewell to the Longtime Home of Wilmington’s Black Press
Crews demolished the home of one of the state’s oldest Black newspapers. Plus, Moms for Liberty’s spotty election performance.
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Moms for Liberty’s Local Election Scorecard
The “parental rights” group’s North Carolina chapters endorsed seven school board candidates this election cycle. Only two won.