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Critical race theory and how it is affecting Wilmington

Andrew Lemon and Brenna Flanagan • July 11, 2021

Over the past year, a new term has entered the political lexicon in the United States. Critical race theory, an theory in legal academia analyzing race as it relates to the framework of society, has taken...

Wilmington could see more offshore wind farms after recent executive order

Andrew Lemon, Interim News Editor • June 10, 2021

The order lays out targets for electricity production through offshore wind farms, calling for 2.8 gigawatts of offshore wind energy (approximately enough to power 2 million homes for a year) produced yearly by 2030, rising to eight gigawatts by 2040.

How will Apple’s North Carolina campus impact Wilmington?

Andrew Lemon, Interim News Editor • May 17, 2021

Near the end of April, it was announced that Apple will begin construction of a campus located on the Raleigh side of Research Triangle Park. Construction costs alone are expected to reach $1 billion,...

Governor Cooper lifts mandates capacity limits, physical distancing and mask wearing

Andrew Lemon, Interim News Editor • May 14, 2021

Gov. Roy Cooper announced on Friday that North Carolina is lifting coronavirus (COVID-19) mandates on capacity limitations, physical distancing and most mandatory mask requirements, citing recent guidance...

Wilmington City Council gives more time for redesign of WAVE Transit, anticipates great year for film production

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • May 7, 2021

During this week's City Council meeting, members passed a resolution recommending the delay of the WAVE transportation redesign, and heard updates about the film industry in Wilmington. Council members...

North Carolina bill targets trans youth in sports

Andrew Lemon, Assistant News Editor • May 6, 2021

House Bill 358, also called the “Save Women’s Sports Act,” which is making its way through the North Carolina House of Representatives, would require public schools and universities to explicitly...

North Carolina gains one new house seat

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • May 6, 2021

This additional seat will bring the total of North Carolina’s congressional districts to 14. Currently, North Carolina's representation in the House is held by eight Republicans and five Democrats. As of yet, there is not any indication on where the 14th district will be located, and that will be determined once the state legislature redraws the district lines.

Cooper lifts outdoor mask requirements

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • April 29, 2021

During a press conference on Wednesday, Governor Roy Cooper outlined the states latest coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions and plans for the summer. The ease of current restrictions are set to start on April 30 at 5 p.m., and expire on June 1.

Wilmington City Council aims for 100% clean energy by 2050

Andrew Lemon, Assistant News Editor • April 22, 2021

These goals arose from recommendations made by the previously established Clean Energy Task Force, which was brought together last year to explore options that the city can take in furthering clean energy policy in the future.

Plant-based COVID-19 vaccine trial process underway in Wilmington

Andrew Lemon, Assistant News Editor • April 22, 2021

The vaccine is set to undergo trials from TMA and in conjunction with Drs. Bart Williams and Will Jones of Wrightsville Family Practice, utilizing particles from plants that have a similar structure to that of the coronavirus.

UNCW receives funding for community COVID-19 virus relief

Veronica Wernicke, News Editor • April 21, 2021

UNC Wilmington’s (UNCW) center for healthy communities recently received a $330,000 grant to help vulnerable communities affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “The continued support...

North Carolina could be the next state to legalize cannabis

Andrew Lemon, Assistant News Editor • April 12, 2021

This recent slate of cannabis legislation comes off the back of neighboring Virginia, which passed a bill for the substance's legalization to begin in July. 37 other states have already passed laws to legalize cannabis for medicinal use, with 15 states having legalized the substance for recreational purposes.