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First Alert Weather Team to program your weather radio for free

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Wednesday, March 6th, 2013, 2:02pm

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – It's national severe weather awareness week, and the First Alert Weather Team wants to help people in the area prepare ahead of the storm.

The First Alert Weather Team will be at the Walgreens on Grandiflora Drive in Leland Wednesday, 4-7 p.m. to program weather radios for free.

The First Alert Weather Team always stresses the need for a NOAA Weather Radio to stay alert for any kind of weather. And we're making sure your radio is programmed correctly.

Don't have a NOAA Weather Radio? No problem. Midland All-Hazards NOAA Weather Radios will be on hand for purchase from Walgreens. After you purchase your radio, stop by our programming station before you head out the door, and you're all set for whatever weather comes your way.

Be sure to keep an eye out for more Weather Radio Wednesdays later in the spring.

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Discover the best of Brunswick County

Submitted by Heather Setzler, Executive Producer, Theater/Arts Reporter
Tuesday, March 5th, 2013, 10:05am
Discover the best of Brunswick County

SOUTHPORT, NC (WECT) - Organizers of an event in Brunswick County are showing off the best local products and services.

The 3rd Annual Coastal Consumer Showcase will take place on Thursday, March 7 from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Saint James Community Center.

There will be samples of a variety of products and services offered by area businesses. Admission is free.

There will be food and wine samples and a raffle. One raffle ticket will be given to all those who attend and register, and there will be additional tickets for sale. 

For more information, call the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce at (910) 457-6964 or email info@southport-oakisland.com.

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Spring Fling Tennis tournament schedule posted

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Monday, February 25th, 2013, 4:21pm
Spring Fling Tennis tournament schedule posted

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The 2013 Spring Fling Tennis Tournament in Brunswick County is just around the corner.

According to Brunswick County Parks and Recreation, the adult tournament will be held Saturday, April 6 at Ocean Isle Beach Park, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date 4/7/13).

The youth tournament will take place Saturday, April 20, also at Ocean Isle Beach Park.

Age Groups and fees vary.  Contact Ruthie McHugh at 910-253-2583 to register.

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4 Brunswick Co. Papa John’s participating in fundraiser for nonprofit group

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Thursday, February 21st, 2013, 9:00am
4 Brunswick Co. Papa John’s participating in fundraiser for nonprofit group

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Several area Papa John’s will soon be participating in a fundraiser to benefit Communities in Schools in Brunswick County, which is a nonprofit organization that encourages students in the community to stay in school. 

According to a news release from a CIS spokesperson, on the first Wednesday of each month, Papa John’s locations in Leland, Shallotte, Southport and Sunset Beach will donate 25 percent of the day’s sales of certain pizza specials to support programs and services that CIS provides.

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Leland’s Little Learners Program back in time for spring

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Wednesday, February 20th, 2013, 2:12pm
Leland’s Little Learners Program back in time for spring

LELAND, NC (WECT) -The Leland’s Little Learners preschool reading program will return this spring, according to a news release from the Town of Leland Parks & Recreation Department.

The weekly educational program for children ages 3-5 will meet each Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Classroom Annex next to the Leland Town Hall beginning soon.

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Community Leaders Institute to take place Fri, Sat

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Tuesday, February 19th, 2013, 12:57pm
Community Leaders Institute to take place Fri, Sat

BOLTON, NC (WECT) – Several entities are joining efforts to host a Community Leaders Institute at Southeastern Community College later this week.

According to a press release, the institute will focus on:

  • Role of the federal , state and local governments
  • Youth issues and challenges
  • Economic development
  • Transportation
  • Housing and community development
  • Health issues

The Town of Bolton in conjunction with the Medical University of South Carolina, the Department of Energy, and the Town of Navassa are among the groups hosting the event.

The institute will be held Friday, February 22 and Saturday, February 23. Everyone is invited to attend. There is no cost and meals will be provided.

For more information please contact Jackie Hampton Bolton Town Clerk at 910-655-8945.

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Kiwanis Club of North Brunswick hosts 'The Chili Bowl'

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Monday, February 18th, 2013, 2:59pm
Kiwanis Club of North Brunswick hosts 'The Chili Bowl'

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Get your appetite ready, the newly chartered Kiwanis Club of North Brunswick is hosting its first fundraiser for 2013 – the Chili Bowl.

This chili cook-off and bowling event will take place Saturday, March 9, noon to 2 p.m. at Thunder Alley in the Village at Magnolia Greens.

Tickets are $10 and include one game of bowling, shoe rental, $3 of arcade tokens, chili tasting and voting. Tickets can be purchased at the door the day of the event with cash only. Proceeds will benefit local children’s programs in northern Brunswick County.

According to the club, teams will be comprised of local schools and various community organizations.

The cook-off will be judged in three categories: People Choice Award, People Choice for Best Theme and Spirit, and Judges Choice Award.

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