We kick off this week with a truism: people can’t help themselves when it comes to social media. For law enforcement, that makes it surprisingly easy to keep tabs on gangs, activists, and protest groups. But Facebook cuts both ways, and more than a few law enforcement officers have found themselves disciplined, suspended, or fired over Facebook posts.
We take an in-depth look at a policy presentation, designed to help North Carolina sheriffs balance the First Amendment with keeping their officers out of trouble.
We also check in the with the Cape Fear Crossing, the $1 billion project that, despite a lack of funding, continues to move forward.
The second half of this week’s podcast is dedicated to Carolina Beach, starting with this week’s decision by Town Council to grant the developer of a long-planned Harris Teeter a one-year extension. During the meeting, the developer – which is currently involved in litigation against the town – essentially threatened to take the appeal to the courts if it wasn’t approved. Not surprisingly, the decision frustrated some residents. We get into it.
Lastly, we address those alligator rumors, and one resident’s fear that late-night visitors to the town’s newly-opened Island Greenway could be “eaten” by an alligator if the park isn’t closed at night.
If you missed any of these stories, you can catch up below. Then take a deeper dive with our weekly podcast.
Wilmington police want $41K to create protest response unit armed with gas grenades
NCDOT can’t stop development in Cape Fear Crossing’s path. That could mean demolishing homes later
Carolina Beach Town Council approves Harris Teeter extension despite years of inactivity
No plans to limit Island Greenway hours after resident voices safety, alligator attack concerns
