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TRAFFIC ALERT: NC 20 reopens in Bladen Co.
A portion of NC 20 in Bladen County has reopened after being closed for more than an hour due to a wreck.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Paving work to begin on Adams St.
Crews with the City of Wilmington will begin paving Adams St. on Monday, July 22.
NCDOT to hold public meeting on proposal to extend Independence Blvd.
Independence Blvd. would be extended by 1.7 miles from Randall Parkway to U.S. 74 (Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway).
TRAFFIC ALERT: Section of U.S. 701 in Whiteville to close for sewer main work
The city of Whiteville will temporarily close the southbound lanes of U.S. 701 at the intersection with Washington Street beginning Tuesday night.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Lanes reopen after damaged power pole, dangling traffic lights create delays at N. College, MLK Blvd.
By 7:30 p.m., traffic signal repair work was done and normal traffic flow had resumed.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closures on Village Road in Leland set for Monday
The road work will not impact Fourth of July holiday weekend traffic.
Public meeting about Brunswick Co. intersection scheduled for July 8
Community members can drop in any time to learn more about the proposal, ask questions and talk with state Department of Transportation representatives.
Man dies in Pender County car accident
A Rocky Point man is dead after he was in a single car accident on U.S. 117 heading towards Burgaw Saturday afternoon.
Crews complete sinkhole repair on South Front Street in Wilmington
Crews with the North Carolina Department of Transportation completed sinkhole repairs on South Front Street Thursday morning.
New traffic lights on Eastwood Rd activated
The new traffic lights along Military Cutoff Rd. were activated Wednesday after flashing for a week.
Military Cutoff extension project closes Torchwood Blvd for several weeks
The DOT confirms Torchwood Boulevard will be closed for two months as crews continue work on the Military Cutoff extension project.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closure planned on Front Street due to crane work
A portion of North Front Street will be closed to traffic Monday, June 24, and Tuesday, June 25.
‘It’s pretty simple actually’: Wrightsville Beach native presents idea for town’s drawbridge
Harry Stovall says his idea would allow north and southbound waterway traffic that can't pass under the bridge to use Mason and Masonboro inlets, limiting drawbridge openings to emergency and barge traffic.
Nightly closures on Isabel Holmes Bridge to begin tonight
Nightly closures will begin Thursday, June 20, for the Isabel Holmes Bridge as preservation repairs get under way.
TRAFFIC ALERT: CFPUA repairs to affect traffic on Independence Blvd.
Starting at 9 a.m., westbound traffic on Independence Blvd. between South 17th Street and Carolina Beach Road will be reduced to one lane.
Survey reveals Wilmington citizens concerned about traffic, rebuilding after hurricane
Traffic remains a concern for Wilmington residents but according to a citizen survey taken this year, satisfaction with city services is higher than regional and national averages.
Kure Beach leaders consider adding crosswalks at beach access points
Kure Beach town leaders discussed adding crosswalks at beach access points at Monday night's town council meeting.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Cape Fear Memorial, Isabel Holmes bridges scheduled to open today
Both the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge and the Isabel Holmes Bridge are scheduled to open for a ship Monday, June 17.
TRAFFIC ALERT: ‘Significant’ delays expected as crews begin paving East Oak Island Drive Monday morning
Oak Island officials announced that the paving of East Oak Island Drive is expected to begin Monday morning.
Section of NC 210 closing for culvert installation
Beginning June 17, a portion of the road will close about a mile south of U.S. 701 northeast of Elizabethtown.
City of Wilmington crews working on Cedar Ave.
Crews with the City of Wilmington are making asphalt repairs and paving along Cedar Avenue this week.
Section of Chestnut St. reopens after lengthy closure
A section of Chestnut Street has reopened after a lengthy delay due to work on an apartment building.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Northbound lanes of U.S. 17 reopened following wreck
Northbound lanes on U.S. 17 are blocked near the I-140 exit after a wreck Friday morning.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wreck at MLK Parkway and Market St. backing up traffic
A wreck at the intersection at MLK Parkway and Market St. is backing up traffic in the area Thursday morning.
Repair work closes bridge in Brunswick Co. for a week
The bridge is over Middle Swamp less than a mile south of its intersection with US 17 Business in Bolivia.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Intersection of Fourth and Grace to close for brick work
The intersection of Fourth and Grace streets will be closed beginning at 7 a.m. Monday while crews begin brick installation.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Fire hydrant replacement to force lane closure on Wrightsville Avenue
Crews with CFPUA will close a westbound lane in the 2700 block of Wrightsville Avenue Thursday morning while crews replace a fire hydrant that was struck by a vehicle.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Overnight lane closures planned for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge this week
Work will take place from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting on Wednesday, May 29.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Sewer work to force lane shift on South Kerr Ave. Wednesday
Sewer work will force a lane shift on South Kerr Avenue beginning Wednesday morning, according to CFPUA.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Bridges to open for tug and barge tonight
According to the bridge tender, the Isabel Holmes is scheduled to open at approximately 2 p.m. with the Cape Fear Memorial following shortly afterward.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Bridge openings could impact evening traffic
Both the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge and Isabel Holmes bridges are expected to open Monday evening.
The Coast Guard promotes safe boating practices ahead of Memorial Day weekend
It's National Safe Boating Week and the Coast Guard wants you to keep some things in mind while out on the water this holiday weekend.
What you need to know ahead of one of the busiest travel weekends of the year
Millions of Americans will be traveling for Memorial Day weekend. Here are the things you need to know before hitting the road.
NCDOT hosts public meeting to discuss potential replacement options for Wrightsville Beach drawbridge
The N.C. Department of Transportation recently conducted a feasibility study looking at replacing the Heide Trask Drawbridge, the only bridge in and out of Wrightsville Beach.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Westbound lane of Oleander Drive reopens after completion of emergency repairs
Westbound traffic has been reduced to a single lane Tuesday on Oleander Drive near where it connects with Wooster and Dawson streets while Cape Fear Public Utility Authority crews work to repair a water main break.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Maintenance scheduled for Wrightsville Beach drawbridge
An inspection of the Wrightsville Beach drawbridge will cause lane closures Wednesday, May 22.
Overturned vehicle on U.S. 17 near Surf City slows southbound traffic
An overturned vehicle near Surf City is slowing southbound traffic on U.S. 17 Friday afternoon.
Public meeting scheduled for revised 74/76 upgrade
The meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. in the East Columbus High School gymnasium at 32 Gator Road in Lake Waccamaw.
While it’s still years away, some in Wrightsville Beach ponder pros and cons of new drawbridge
The N.C. Department of Transportation recently conducted a feasibility study looking at replacing the Heide Trask Drawbridge, the only bridge in and out of Wrightsville Beach.
Public meeting set for proposal to change Brunswick Co. intersection to interchange
The proposed project would affect the intersection of Ocean Highway and Southport-Supply Road Southeast.
Southport-Fort Fisher ferry trips canceled due to ramp repairs
All trips after 1:45 p.m. are canceled Saturday due to ramp repairs.
Why does it feel different driving over the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge?
Drivers crossing the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge are turning to social media, posting they are having more trouble than normal maintaining control while crossing the bridge.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Repair work to force lane closure on Wrightsville Beach drawbridge
The lane closure will start at 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 7 and is scheduled to reopen at 5 a.m. Wednesday, May 8.
TRAFFIC ALERT: CFPUA inspections could cause lane closures on Monday
The work is expected to continue through the end of May.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wreck on Carolina Beach Road causes backup near Codington Elementary
The wreck, which took place at the intersection of Echo Farms Blvd., is blocking a southbound lane.
Nearly 700 people attend Cape Fear Crossing open house, public hearing
North Brunswick High School’s gymnasium was nearly filled with Brunswick County residents, North Carolina Department of Transportation employees and local law enforcement for the second of two open house/public hearing meetings about a proposed NCDOT project.
Man dies after hit-and-run in Brunswick Co.; SHP asking for help identifying driver
A hit and run crash left a Calabash man dead Tuesday, and the State Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help in identifying a driver involved in the collision.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Emergency sewer repairs close section of South Front Street in Wilmington
A section of South Front Street in Wilmington is closed so crews from CFPUA can perform emergency sewer repairs.
Cape Fear Crossing project causes conflict between DOT, residents
As southeastern North Carolina’s population grows, the NC Department of Transportation is mapping out different plans to add a bridge to relieve traffic congestion in our area.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Road to close in Surf City for sewer work
The N.C. Department of Transportation will close a portion of Little Kinston Road while sewer work is completed.
Leland pushes harder for NCDOT to reconsider Cape Fear Crossing plans ahead of public hearings
Residents and elected leaders in Leland are hoping to make an impression on the North Carolina Department of Transportation and others on the committee in charge of the Cape Fear Crossing project, either through a stack of letters or a packed public hearing.
Sewer, water system repair work could cause intermittent road closures in Wrightsville Beach
Major repairs in the East and West Salisbury Street area are scheduled to begin Thursday.
Troopers ID motorcyclist killed after chase, crash in New Hanover County
The N.C. State Highway Patrol has identified a motorcyclist killed after crashing during a chase with troopers last week.
TRAFFIC ALERT: South 16th Street closed after tractor-trailer takes down power lines
The intersection of 16th and Marstellar streets in Wilmington is closed after a tractor-trailer broke a power pole and knocked down power lines Tuesday afternoon.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Burnett Blvd. intersection to close for CFPUA work
The intersection of Burnett and Central boulevards will be closed Wednesday, April 24.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Emergency repairs affecting portion of Wrightsville Ave.
Emergency repairs are affecting traffic flow Tuesday on a portion of Wrightsville Ave.
The best and worst days to fill up your tank to save money and time
GasBuddy released a survey that found the best and worst days of the week in each state to fill up.
NCDOT hosting open houses, public hearings about proposed Cape Fear Crossing
Hoggard High is hosting the first event April 29, and North Brunswick High is hosting the second one April 30.
HAPPENING TODAY: Live fire training in Leland to cause road closures and smoke advisory
A portion of Village Road will close for the training from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 20.
CFPUA: Boil advisory lifted for Wrightsville Ave., which has reopened to traffic
Wrightsville Ave. between Independence Blvd. and Dawson St. has reopened to traffic after crews with the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority made emergency repairs to a water main.
‘It’s going to be a thorn for us’: residents react to Market Street project forcing nightly lane closures until late 2022
A Market Street widening project by the N.C. Department of Transportation will require nightly lane closures until late 2022 to accommodate the construction.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closures scheduled on I-40
Wilmington drivers, be aware!