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Citing studies that “paint a grim picture” for firefighters nationwide, the Wilmington Fire Department wants to provide consistent, accessible, mental health care tailored to the unique and challenging needs of first responders. Last budget cycle, a similar WFD request was denied and it’s not clear how it will fare this year — although the city says it has established a working group to address concerns.
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A nationwide study was conducted to see how the healthcare system works for citizens based on race. In North Carolina, healthcare and health outcomes are generally worse for people of color.
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After trashing a proposal for a 70% property tax hike, Leland town council decided to explore cheaper options. The new budget proposal, which they reviewed last night, only needs a 17% tax hike — but has significant revisions.
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A WHQR listener emailed the newsroom to ask about why there are so few DMV License Plate Agencies to serve the significant population of the Cape Fear region. WHQR’s News Director Ben Schachtman sat down with reporter Camille Mojica to see what she found out for our latest ‘Ask a Journalist’ segment.
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County Manager Chris Coudriet announced the museum late last year with much fanfare, but few financial details and no guarantees. According to New Hanover County, conversations with Michael Jordan’s family were “collaborative and productive,” but ultimately they decided not to move forward with plans for a museum honoring the basketball legend.
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It's Day Two of the removal hearing for Pender County Clerk of Court Elizabeth Craver, who has been suspended from her position following a criminal indictment. WHQR's rural reporter Nikolai Mather is covering the trial in Burgaw. Here's his update.
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Pender County Clerk of Court Elizabeth Craver, one the most powerful elected figures in the county, was suspended from office after being indicted on three criminal counts in February. Now, a judge will decide whether she can remain in office.
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Facing serious budget problems and potential position reductions and layoffs, board members discussed asking both New Hanover County and the New Hanover Community Endowment for additional support. One board member also raised concerns that some employees had already been notified their position was being cut — even though Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust and other top administrators have denied this was happening.
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In the wake of a shooting at a downtown Wilmington nightclub this weekend, City Councilmember Luke Waddell is calling on city staff to compile crime data on establishments he feels are a "catalyst" for violent incidents.
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New Hanover County is considering spending Opioid settlement funds to pay for the treatment of a select few residents through a program called Recovery Unplugged, located outside of North Carolina.
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The economic incentive package is expected to generate 1,500 jobs and upward of $2 million in annual tax revenue for the county.
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During a rally outside Leland town hall on Saturday, political group Better Government 4 Leland criticized the town council's proposed budgets.