The county is facing yet another eight-figure budget gap at the sheriff’s office. Plus, an in-depth look at the newcomers school controversy.
Wilmington
The Dive: Deflated Hope
A group comes out against the endowment seeking state intervention, plus, Leland backs off on its tax increase plans.
The Dive: Azalea Fest Mum
The Azalea Festival kicks off with a controversy, plus, a lawsuit over a tourist tax.
The Dive: Divided United
The imminent collapse of Port City United raises questions about the effectiveness of New Hanover County’s attempt to curb violence.
The Dive: Shrimpin’ Ain’t Easy
North Carolina shrimpers face a financial crisis, plus, whose responsibility is it to cover the school funding gap?
Shrimpin’ Ain’t Easy
Shrimpers are fleeing the industry as cheap imports flood the domestic market. They’re fighting for relief before it’s too late.
The Dive: Caution, Merge Ahead
Red tape abounds in upcoming “merger process” for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement, plus, a look at how development is changing rural Columbus County.
The Dive: A School Bellwether in Tuesday’s Primary Election
Why Michele Morrow did well in New Hanover County, low turnout in the Cape Fear, and the growth of unaffiliated voter.
The Dive: Life’s a Beach
Higher parking rates are coming to local beach towns, and slower-paced commercial development in Pender concerns leaders.
The Dive: Sour in Southport
An ethics debate ruffles Southport leaders, plus, a look at truth said in jest about the area’s housing affordability issues.