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Your local NPR and Classical Music station in Wilmington, NC, the greater Cape Fear Region. 🌊 🎧 🎙Broadcasting news at 91.3 FM and Classical on 92.7 FM. Find us online at WHQR.org
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City Council passed a camping ordinance that has sparked debates about homelessness throughout the community over the past couple of months.
Wilmington City Council passes contentious camping ordinance in split vote
City Council passed a camping ordinance that has sparked debates about homelessness throughout the community over the past couple of months.
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After fourteen years with the county’s election office, including over eight years as director, Rae Hunter-Havens announced her retirement last night. Her departure comes after several clashes between the elections office and the county government.
New Hanover County elections director resigns abruptly, citing health reasons
After fourteen years with the county’s election office, including over eight years as director, Rae Hunter-Havens announced her retirement last night. While Hunter-Havens’ departure was abrupt, citing...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 3d
This weekend, a local nonprofit will hold its fifth annual molestation survivor walk. WHQR’s Aaleah McConnell sits down with Tracy Harrison of Keep Your Hands Off Me, Inc. to discuss the importance of having a supportive community.
Wilmington nonprofit will host walk to raise awareness for CSA survivors
This weekend, a local nonprofit will hold its fifth annual molestation survivor walk. WHQR’s Aaleah McConnell sits down with Tracy Harrison of Keep Your Hands Off Me, Inc. to discuss the importance of...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 4d
As kids settle back into school, adults consider ways to keep them engaged after the bell rings. There is one program that helps the youth connect to their community in a positive way.
WPD's decades-long program hopes to be a slam dunk in curbing youth violence
As kids settle back into school, adults consider ways to keep them engaged after the bell rings. There is one program that helps the youth connect to their community in a positive way.
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 4d
The newly opened One Banana ripening facility in Wilmington will bring in fruit from the tropics to sell to regional grocers. It's a tricky logistical process to make sure bananas are as ripe as customers want them (which is, admittedly, a matter of some debate).
A look at the complex, intercontinental journey that delivers ripe bananas to Wilmington-area shoppers
The newly opened One Banana ripening facility in Wilmington will bring in fruit from the tropics to sell to regional grocers. It's a tricky logistical process to make sure bananas are as ripe as custo...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 4d
Questions: Wait, the city hired a chief of staff? Is that a new position? Whose idea was this, and what does the new hire do? How much are they paid — and where is the money coming from after June’s tight budget negotiations?
Ask a Journalist: A few questions about the City of Wilmington’s new Chief of Staff position
Questions: Wait, the city hired a chief of staff? Is that a new position? Whose idea was this, and what does the new hire do? How much are they paid — and where is the money coming from after June’s t...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 8d
Next week, the Wilmington City Council will vote on a resolution dedicating $1 million toward acquiring land for future parks and recreation use. The city will also seek grant funding from The Endowment — as well as matching funds from the county, a request which caught some commissioners off guard.
Eyeing an unnamed property, Wilmington proposes green space preservation partnership with county, Endowment
Next week, the Wilmington City Council will vote on a resolution dedicating $1 million toward acquiring land for future parks and recreation use. The city will also seek grant funding from The Endowme...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 8d
The primary suspect for Southport's mass shooting made his first court appearance on Monday. But there's a long road ahead for state officials trying to secure justice for the victims. WHQR news director Ben Schachtman and Brunswick County reporter Nikolai Mather break down what to expect.
The legal road ahead for the Southport shooting suspect
The primary suspect for Southport's mass shooting made his first court appearance on Monday. But there's a long road ahead for state officials trying to secure justice for the victims. WHQR news direc...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 9d
On Wednesday, October 8, WECT, WHQR, and Port City Daily will jointly host a forum for candidates for the Wilmington city council and mayoral races. The event will be held at WHQR's station and will be open to the public and livestreamed.
WECT, WHQR, and Port City Daily hosting municipal election forum on October 8
On Wednesday, October 8, WECT, WHQR, and Port City Daily will jointly host a forum for candidates for the Wilmington city council and mayoral races. The event will be held at WHQR's station and will b...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 9d
The North Carolina ACLU filed suit against New Hanover County Clerk of Court Jan Kennedy, claiming it was the only county in the state that had not responded to public records request the organization had made over the last two years.
North Carolina ACLU sues New Hanover County Clerk of Court over public records
The North Carolina ACLU filed suit against New Hanover County Clerk of Court Jan Kennedy, claiming it was the only county in the state that had not responded to public records request the organization...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 10d
Saturday night's shooting killed three and wounded five during a live concert at American Fish Company in Southport. Now, the City of Southport has released the identities of those killed.
Authorities confirm identities of deceased shooting victims
Saturday night's shooting killed three and wounded five during a live concert at American Fish Company in Southport. Now, the City of Southport has released the identities of those killed.
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 10d
The man accused of opening fire on American Fish Company this past Saturday identifies as many things: a Marine veteran, an outdoorsman, and a writer. WHQR news director Ben Schachtman and Brunswick County reporter Nikolai Mather break down the latest details on Nigel Edge.
Who is Southport shooting suspect Nigel Edge?
The man accused of opening fire on American Fish Company this past Saturday identifies as many things: a Marine veteran, an outdoorsman, and a writer. WHQR news director Ben Schachtman and Brunswick C...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 12d
Governor Stein traveled to Southport on Monday in the wake of a mass shooting that killed three and injured five. Stein told residents the state shares in their grief but also took the opportunity to advocate for reforms to the mental healthcare system and suggested the possibility of red flag laws.
Governor Stein visits Southport after deadly shooting, promotes mental healthcare reform
Governor Josh Stein traveled to Southport on Monday in the wake of a mass shooting that killed three and injured five. Stein told residents the state shares in their grief, but also took the opportuni...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 13d
Local law enforcement held a press conference Sunday following Saturday night's deadly shooting at American Fish Company. Oak Island Police Chief Charlie Morris said he was "familiar" with suspect Nigel Max Edge, who brought multiple civil suits against the department.
District Attorney doesn't rule out death penalty following Southport mass shooting
Local law enforcement held a press conference Sunday following Saturday night's deadly shooting at American Fish Company. Oak Island Police Chief Charlie Morris said he was "familiar" with suspect Nig...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 13d
The shooting took place at around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday night. Police are still actively investigating. This is a developing story, and we’ll have more information as it becomes available.
Shooting in Southport kills three, injures eight
The City of Southport reported an active shooter situation just before 10 p.m. on Saturday night.
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 15d
All this week, WHQR has been airing episodes of our series, “CAFO Country,” taking a look at concentrated animal feeding operations. WHQR’s Ben Schachtman sat down with environmental journalist David Boraks, who reported and produced the series, to recap the big takeaways.
CAFO Country: A conversation with journalist David Boraks
All this week, WHQR has been airing episodes of our series, “CAFO Country,” taking a look at concentrated animal feeding operations. WHQR’s Ben Schachtman sat down with environmental journalist David ...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 15d
After the storm flooded much of southern Brunswick, public officials were able to rebuild most of the infrastructure damaged in the storm. Now, the question is how to prepare for even stronger storms.
One year after PTC 8, Brunswick County is trying to build back better
After the storm flooded much of southern Brunswick, public officials were able to rebuild most of the infrastructure damaged in the storm. Now, the question is how to prepare for even stronger storms.
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 15d
The growth of concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs, has changed the landscape of eastern North Carolina in recent decades. Big companies now depend on North Carolina farmers to supply the hogs, chickens, and turkeys that wind up on grocery store shelves. But what about the farmers?
CAFO Country: Down on the farm, a different view of CAFOs' impacts
The growth of concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs, has changed the landscape of eastern North Carolina in recent decades. Big companies now depend on North Carolina farmers to supply the ...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 15d
A contentious ordinance banning public camping on Wilmington city property passed, with some new changes, after a four-to-three vote last night. Council members Salette Andrews, Clifford Barnett, and Kevin Spears voted against it.
City Council passes amended camping ordinance, still one majority vote left to go
A contentious ordinance banning public camping on Wilmington city property passed, with some new changes, after a four-to-three vote last night. Council members Salette Andrews, Clifford Barnett, and ...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 15d
Earlier this year, Barnhart challenged the book Blended in the district, leading to some tough questions about the intersecting roles of parent and elected official, as well as how to handle books in 'grey' areas of appropriateness.
A conversation about book challenges with New Hanover County school board member Josie Barnhart
On today's show, a slightly overdue conversation with Josie Barnhart, Republican vice-chair of the New Hanover County Board of Education, and a mother of three. Earlier this year, Barnhart challenged ...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 17d
Brunswick County Schools announced Tuesday night that Harry E. Lemon, Jr., who worked as an educator in Brunswick County for three decades, passed away.
Former West Brunswick High School principal, school board member dies
Brunswick County Schools announced Tuesday night that Harry E. Lemon, Jr., who worked as an educator in Brunswick County for three decades, passed away.
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 17d
In part three of our series, “CAFO Country,” reporter David Boraks tours the front lines where neighbors worry about air and water quality. And he hears from industry officials who argue that North Carolina has some of the strictest rules in the country.
CAFO Country: A visit to the biggest U.S. hog-producing county
This week, WHQR is exploring the growth and impact of concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs, in our series "CAFO Country." As we reported, eastern North Carolina is a national leader for ho...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 17d
In past years, getting a Covid vaccine has been a fairly simple procedure — even for people who wanted to get a flu shot at the same time. But conflicting guidance from federal agencies has left providers and the public confused, potentially restricting access to vaccination.
In Cape Fear and across NC, fall Covid-19 vaccination rollout confusing for providers, public alike
In past years, getting a Covid vaccine has been a fairly simple procedure — even for people who wanted to get a flu shot at the same time. But conflicting guidance from federal agencies has left provi...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 18d
In 2007, North Carolina permanently banned new or expanded ‘lagoon and spray’ hog farms. Meanwhile, the poultry industry has exploded, prompting new concerns about poultry waste. David Boraks has more in the second instalment of our series CAFO Country.
CAFO Country: As hog and poultry operations spread, so do concerns
In 2007, North Carolina permanently banned new or expanded hog farms that collect waste in lagoons and spray it on fields as fertilizer. The idea was to shift to cleaner disposal methods at these conc...
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WHQR Public Media @whqr.bsky.social · 19d
On Monday morning, UNCW announced it would “temporarily discontinue use of campus spirit rocks and pause freedom of expression events,” citing tensions on campus and online threats last week. Officials did not give a timeline for when it would ‘unpause’ freedom of expression events.
UNCW ‘temporarily discontinues’ Spirit Rocks, pauses ‘freedom of expression’ events
On Monday morning, UNCW announced it would “temporarily discontinue use of campus spirit rocks and pause freedom of expression events,” citing tensions on campus and online threats last week. Official...
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