Cooper Govoreau
MULTI-MEDIA JOURNALIST
Wilmington, NC
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Cooper joined the WECT team in May 2022 as a reporter.
Originally from Mebane, North Carolina by way of Olathe, Kansas, Cooper attended Appalachian State University. He graduated in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. At Appalachian State, Cooper interned at 107.5WKZL on the Nationally Syndicated Jared and Katie in the Morning Show and reported for AppTV and 90.5 WASU FM.
Cooper's love for local news and telling stories has led him to Wilmington. Here he hopes to connect with the community and tell the stories of Wilmington and surrounding areas.
Outside of news, Cooper spends his free time walking his dog Millie and watching any and all sports!
If you think you have a good story idea for Cooper, email him at cooper.govoreau@wect.com, Twitter @coopergWECT or Cooper Govoreau WECT on Facebook
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The Department of Health and Human Services has reported cases in 24 of the 100 counties in North Carolina, now including Bladen County.
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School buses were packed with school supplies donated by the community this weekend.
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A trip that took almost 3 months, across 48 states and more than 15,000 miles is now complete.
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With back-to-school preparation on the front of most parents minds’, any free supplies are welcome.
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Running errands in the summer with little ones can add stress to parents.
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Cars lined up to get free backpacks for the upcoming school year Saturday morning.
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The repeat damage from storms over the past few years has added up on these communities. The aid is much needed and damage is frightening according to Eastern North Carolina’s Red Cross Executive Director James Jarvis.
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Volunteers from around the community pitched in to help teach the children, ages 3 and up, with Down syndrome how to swim. Not only did they teach them how to swim, they taught them important water safety tips throughout the week.
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While they were given awards for being heroes, the two don’t see themselves as anything more than just helpful citizens.
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Superintendent Deanne Meadows says they have been closing more schools recently with the hopes of building a newer space for students.
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Got 'Em On King Mackerel Classic is about more than just fishing
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For the first time at a local museum, young artists can put their work on display
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Coast Guard Sector North Carolina welcomes the public to check out patrol boats and learn about boating safety for their 232nd birthday
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If you log the 135 minutes per week, you can win a $135 prize and automatically get a free two week pass to any of the Southeastern NC YMCA locations.
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From miniature horses, to BMX stunt riders, New Hanover County Sheriff's Office offers resources to youth.
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New Bellamy Mansion exhibit shines a light on black architects in history
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Oak Island VFW's Pancake breakfast to raise funds for injured navy veteran
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A court ruling from late April was put into motion earlier this week, allowing any North Carolina citizen on probation, parole, or post-release supervision to register to vote, which has not been available prior.
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If you’ve driven from Wilmington to Leland recently, you may have noticed gas prices are much different despite the stations being a few miles apart.
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When he returned for work early the next morning, he saw the graffiti on the walls and contacted the owner.
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From July 25-July 27, agencies from all across the state will participate in training to prevent these tragic massacres and educate officers on how to deescalate these situations.
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'All Things Groovy' Hippie Fest was held near downtown Wilmington on July 24.
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Local farmers market vendors are still adjusting to rising business expenses
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Tree House Recovery CEO Justin McMillen says Tree House Recovery’s biopsychosocial approach, coupled with different methods of training, has worked in their 10 years of operation.
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The sessions were designed to lead regulators, wind developers, and other stakeholders in responsible offshore wind development.
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For those who can’t make it to see the work in person, there is a silent auction online where 100% of the proceeds on these auctions will go directly to Eden Village.
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The donation-based food pantry in Wilmington has been serving those in need for more than 30 years, with the same goal to serve those who are hungry in the Wilmington area through distribution of emergency food.
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Unique find for local organization in Southeastern NC's backyard
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Event to honor fallen firefighter held in downtown Wilmington.
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While many other film studios are popping up around the southeast, production companies are still lining up to secure their spot in Wilmington.
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North Carolina's top placement for best business state is sign of things to come for local officials.
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Voyage of Wilmington creating pathways to success for the youth of Southeastern North Carolina.
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Bumble Bee Foods Smoked Clams ordered for Voluntary recall after FDA tests for levels of PFAS
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Wilmington gets nod from Yelp in recent article of top 10 Small Town Foodie destinations
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Wilmington Church lends helping hand to North Carolina-based "Feed the Hunger"
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Navassa locals celebrate their unique history with one-of-a-kind festival
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"Communities should matter. That's what should matter. These kids should matter"
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Early Saturday morning shots rang out on the 300 block of N. Carolina Beach Avenue.
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“Oak Island has 65 public beach accesses in roughly a 9 to 10 mile stretch of beach, more than any other coastal town in the Carolinas. Of those 65, only about 24 of them are designated for emergency vehicle access.”
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Southport welcomes 9/11 Mobile Museum to 4th of July Festival
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“It’s left some businesses struggling this summer,” Daphane Cole, owner of New Elements Gallery, said. “(It’s) cutting down on foot traffic and sales.”
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Wilmington Police Department hosts Demo Day for the public
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6 New police chiefs in Brunswick county towns push for collaboration
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Wilmington residents reflect on Juneteenth at “Speak Ya Mind” celebration
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Leland Fire Department opens long-awaited new station
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Organization helps drivers out by cutting gas prices in half at local gas station
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Heat wave moving into southeastern North Carolina, officials offer ways to keep cool
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King Tide rolls into southeastern North Carolina beaches
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