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News from March 2024

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across New Hanover County in week ending Feb. 24

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 1, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout New Hanover County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Brunswick County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Feb. 24

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 1, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Brunswick County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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# WFD Hiring for 2025 Recruit Academy

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 1, 2024

The Wilmington Fire Department has officially opened applications for the 2025 Recruit Academy, marking the beginning of the recruitment period that will run until April 18, 2024. Fire Chief Steve Mason expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming academy, stating, “As a fire chief, the recruit academy is an exciting opportunity for me to see the future of our organization begin their careers.” He emphasized the importance of new recruits in bringing fresh talents, perspectives, and experiences to strengthen the department.Chief Mason highlighted the honor and privilege of...

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Rouzer Legislation Empowers States to Secure Southern Border Amid Barrier Disputes

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 1, 2024

Congressman David Rouzer has introduced legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives to empower states to secure the southern border where President Biden has failed to do so. The bill, known as H.R. 7479 or the CONTAINER Act, would give border states the authority to place temporary barriers on federal land to protect against illegal immigration and drug trafficking.Rouzer emphasized the need for stronger border security measures, stating, "No community is immune to the drugs, sex trafficking and crime these policies are incentivizing while enriching the cartels....

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Budd, Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Provide Relief for American Farmers

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 1, 2024

Senator Budd and Senator Tillis have introduced the Supporting Farm Operations Act, a bill aimed at providing relief for American farmers by reverting the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) to the December 2023 rate through the end of the 2025 growing season. The legislation has garnered support from a number of other senators including Pete Ricketts, Roger Marshall, John Cornyn, and others.Senator Budd expressed his support for the bill, stating, “I am proud to join with Senator Tillis to introduce legislation that would offer desperately needed relief to North Carolina’s...

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Wilmington City Council Meeting Agenda for March 5, 2024

By SE North Carolina News | Mar 1, 2024

The upcoming Wilmington City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. inside Council Chambers at City Hall promises to be an eventful one. Among the items on the agenda are significant topics that will shape the future of the city.One of the highlights of the meeting will be the presentation of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award to Sonya Patrick. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions and commitment to the community, and Sonya Patrick's dedication will be celebrated during the meeting.Another key agenda item is a...