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Former Wrightsville Beach Police Chief Sues Town, Alleging Wrongful Termination Over Developer Pressure
Ex-Chief David Squires claims he was fired after refusing to interfere with parking enforcement actions involving a prominent local developer, and is now seeking compensatory damages from the Town of Wrightsville Beach.
Wilmington Passes $350M Budget with Tax Rate Increase in Split 4-3 Vote
The City of Wilmington approved its FY2027 budget Tuesday, raising the property tax rate by 4.9 cents per $100 of assessed value — about $18 more per year for a median homeowner.
Battleship North Carolina to Light Up Red, White & Blue for Juneteenth
The historic Battleship North Carolina will illuminate the Cape Fear River waterfront in a special patriotic lighting ceremony to commemorate Juneteenth, marking the end of slavery in the United States.
Former Wrightsville Beach Police Chief Sues Town, Alleges Wrongful Termination Over Developer Pressure
Ex-Chief David Squires claims he was fired after refusing to intervene in parking enforcement involving a prominent local developer, and is now seeking compensatory damages.
Battleship North Carolina to Light Up for Juneteenth Celebration
The iconic Battleship North Carolina will be illuminated in red, white, and blue to honor Juneteenth — a national holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
Wilmington Passes $350M Budget with Tax Rate Increase in 4-3 Vote
The City of Wilmington approved its fiscal year 2027 budget Tuesday, including a 4.9-cent tax rate hike that will cost the average homeowner about $18 more per month.
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