Local Government

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Information employers across SE North Carolina News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via…

The following event is scheduled to take place in Southeast North Carolina this week.

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07).

A recent alert has been issued regarding an increase in fraudulent text messages.

The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a Budget Work Session on June 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The session will focus on budget priorities for the Fiscal…

New Hanover County has once again achieved the highest bond rating possible from two leading financial services firms.

New Hanover County is inviting residents to apply for various board and committee positions.

The following events are scheduled to take place in Southeast North Carolina this week.

The following events are scheduled to take place in Southeast North Carolina this month.

Families in New Hanover County are being encouraged to explore the eligibility requirements for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

Each year, the Art in the Arboretum event provides artists with a platform to display their creations in one of Wilmington’s prominent juried art shows.

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 8.5% of income in Pender County, providing an average of $4,218 per capita to residents.

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located across SE North Carolina News publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S.…

State Sen. Michael V. Lee sponsored a bill that passed both the House and Senate allocating funds for state departments and transportation for 2025-27.

State Rep. Carson Smith sponsored a bill that passed both the North Carolina House and Senate to recodify and standardize death benefit plans for public employees.

This week, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced a grant of $3.2 million to aid in the reconstruction efforts of North Carolina’s Seventh Congressional District.

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill, with Congressman David Rouzer expressing his support for the legislation, which aligns with President Trump’s America First Agenda.…

In recent tweets dated May 21-22 by Rep. David Rouzer from North Carolina’s Seventh District discusses significant legislative efforts including President Trump’s tax bill aimed at protecting taxpayers while also…

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 13.4% of income in Brunswick County, providing an average of $7,800 per capita to residents.

In 2024, 98.1% of H-1B petitions filed by Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employers across SE North Carolina News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship…

The following events are scheduled to take place in Southeast North Carolina this week.

New Hanover County Commissioner Dane Scalise has been appointed to a four-year term on the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) Board of Trustees.

Congressman David Rouzer marked National Police Week and Military Appreciation Month through tweets appreciating public service members from his district between May 12-15, highlighting individual contributions of local law enforcement…

New Hanover County Commissioner Rob Zapple has been appointed to the North Carolina Residential Code Council.