Wednesday, March 18, 2026

ICYMI – State agency may slow development growth, plus new school, noise ordinance, and more

Many residents have seen the seemingly abandoned sailboat, slowing sinking off of Highway 74. Here’s the story behind it.

Sinking sailboat off Highway 74 being removed by owner following criminal citation

Publix argued in court that Harris Teeter wanted to prevent any new grocery stores from opening on Pleasure Island. Whether or not that was really HT’s goal remains unclear, but as of this week, Harris Teeter has yet to break ground while Publix is opening its doors.

Carolina Beach’s new Publix ready to open, still no progress on promised Harris Teeter

Redistricting is often a complicated – and contentious issue — for parents and school officials alike. In Brunswick County, the situation may be further complicated by the need for a new school.

‘A new school may be needed’: Three years after $152 million bond, Brunswick Schools enrollment swelling

The state says Brunswick County has allowed development to overshoot the county’s ability to provide wastewater treatment. County officials say the situation is temporary, although plans for a wastewater expansion (which aren’t yet fully financed) are still at least two years away.

Breaking: DEQ imposes sewer moratorium in Brunswick County, will slow development

There’s been plenty of noise about Wilmington’s proposed new ordinance — but what does it actually say? We took a close look at the new law itself.

A closer look at Wilmington’s new draft noise ordinance: exceptions, enforcement, and appeals

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