The gubernatorial hopeful has drawn criticism for his hands-off approach to overseeing the New Hanover Community Endowment. Plus, Venus flytraps get a new license plate.
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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Josh Stein Draws Heat for Hands-Off Approach To Region’s Largest Endowment
Josh Stein has kept his distance since approving the sale of a county-owned hospital to Novant Health. A grassroots group is begging him to step in.
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The Dive: Invasive and Delicious
A dive into lionfish spearfishing. Plus, the effort to divert port container traffic away from trucks and an exodus at the endowment.
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The Dive: A Once-A-Millennium Storm
A 1,000-year storm surprises the region. Plus, a local school board candidate’s ties to an insurrectionist.
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The Dive: Gunning for Your Boss’ Job
Politics swirl around the DA race in New Hanover and Pender County.
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The Dive: Rising Tides, Shrinking Coast
A synopsis of WHQR’s latest series on the impact of seal level rise.
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The Dive: USA v. George Taylor
A look at George Taylor’s murky financial past. Plus, why Columbus County has no public pools.
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Entrepreneur With Murky Financial Past Faces IRS
Before he pleaded guilty to tax evasion, Wilmington businessman George Taylor had twice declared personal bankruptcy.
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The Dive: Meet the Next CEO of the New Hanover Endowment
A former GOP star nabs the region’s top philanthropic job. Plus, the ferry fight continues.
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The Docket: Another Shot at Innocence
Four men convicted of murdering NBA star Chris Paul’s grandfather are back in court.