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Morgan's campaign ads accuse Lee of using his political position to influence land-use applications for real estate clients he served as an attorney. Lee calls the ads "false and defamatory." Morgan stands by the ads, saying she's willing to defend them in the courts.
WHQR‘s Rachel Keith and WECT’s Michael Praats with the latest: The abrupt dismissal of a long time CFCC board member, a multi-million dollar real estate deal, and lots of questions.
The county is facing blowback from the removal of CFCC Trustee Jimmy Hopkins. Now Hopkins says he hopes the county commission will do the “right thing” but if the matter needs to go to court he seems prepared to take it there.
The first of 3 Town Halls starts this Wednesday with WHQR's own Benjamin N. Schachtman co-moderating with WECT News and Port City Daily. Learn more about the candidates before you vote!!
WHQR's Front Street Blues is gearing up for another hour of Saturday night shenanigans with music from Muddy Waters, Dave Weld & The Imperial Flames, Billie Holiday, John Nemeth, N.C.'s The Mighty Fairlanes, Clarence Spady, The Markey Blue & Ric Latina Project, Altered Five Blues Band, Breezy Rodio, Billy Price, and Michael Rubin. FSB's producer & host is Lan Nichols. Tune in at 11:00 pm EST via 91.3fm or listen at whqr.org on any device from anywhere on Planet Earth. Thank you!
More intense hurricanes. Floods. Rising sea levels. Extreme heat. All symptoms of climate change in the Carolinas and around the globe. It's not a question of when they might affect us, but by how much.
WFAE climate reporter David Boraks hosts this one-hour special report that examines how climate change affects the Carolinas and how we're responding. We hear from scientists, farmers, policymakers and other experts, as well as from activists concerned with the inequities of climate change. And we'l...
On this episode, two interwoven stories revolving around the potential purchase of the former Bank of America building in downtown Wilmington by New Hanover County on behalf of Cape Fear Community College — and the abrupt removal of trustee Jimmy Hopkins from his longtime post on the CFCC Board.
The candidates for New Hanover County’s Board of Commissioners faced tough questions about the housing crisis at a forum held Wednesday night. Reporter Kelly Kenoyer moderated, and News Director Ben Schachtman interviewed her about it afterwards.
"From Storms to Sunshine" is today's theme, starting with some gentle rainstorms from THE FANTASTICKS, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN and FORREST GUMP, then work up to "Twister" from THE WIZARD OF OZ. Then look ahead to sunny skies, featuring two selections from O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU? -- "You Are My Sunshine" and "Keep on the Sunny Side". Then music from the films SUNSHINE and LA LA LAND.
You'll also hear "Let the Sunshine In" from HAIR and "Tomorrow" from ANNIE.
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Follow live updates from our sister station WUNC’s staff as Ian moves toward South and North Carolina.
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For more than ten years Jimmy Hopkins has served on the Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees, but on Monday his decade-long tenure came to an abrupt halt.
UNCW Theatre kicks off its 2022-2023 season with Diane Samuel’s "Kindertransport"
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WHQR's own Kelly Kenoyer moderated a candidate forum for the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners last night. Thank you to Cape Fear Housing Coalition for planning the event and generating such thoughtful questions related to the housing crisis!
CoastLine: Gender expansiveness in kids, how it's different from transgender, and why that matters
Research confirms that it’s not only trans kids, but also gender-expansive kids, at increased risk of suicidal behavior and other risk factors for su***de. So why has this part of the rainbow become an argument to either prove transgender doesn't exist or that gender-expansive must be trans? It's ...
When New Hanover County voters head to the polls in November, they'll see a 1/4-cent sales tax on their ballots. The county is hoping to educate people on what the tax would mean for the region's transportation projects before they vote.
On Monday, New Hanover County commissioners will consider a request from CFCC Board Chair Bill Cherry, asking the county to purchase the former Bank of America building in downtown Wilmington for $11,875,000. The building would be used to expand CFCC’s nursing and allied health programs. County staff estimate at least $14.8 million would be needed to renovate the building.
On Monday, New Hanover County commissioners will consider a request from CFCC Board Chair Bill Cherry, asking the county to purchase the former Bank of America building in downtown Wilmington for $11,875,000. The building would be used to expand CFCC’s nursing and allied health programs. County st...
Schools throughout the Cape Fear region will be closed Friday, Sept. 30 as forecasters expect significant rain and flooding due to Hurricane Ian.
Pender, New Hanover, and Brunswick County schools will all close Friday ahead of the hurricane.
We've got 2 tickets to give away! Post a comment below if you're interested....first person who does gets them!!! Find out more: https://bit.ly/3DZUckJ
The WHQR staff and friends had a fantastic Sunset Cruise last night. A gorgeous evening. Thank you Wilmington Water Tours!!
Timed as it is with the 2022 midterms, the records demands are placing a heavy strain on elections offices, especially in smaller counties in North Carolina with barebones operations of five or fewer full-time staff members.
State and local election officials consumed with preparing for a midterm just seven weeks away must contend with persistent — yet baseless — claims from 2020.
On this episode, we're joined by WHQR's own Rachel Keith to unpack her most recent investigative series looking at issues at Cape Fear Community College — and at the administration of President Jim Morton.
After years of planning, and numerous iterations, New Hanover County’s ambitious and controversial proposal to redevelop the downtown Wilmington library block as part of a public-private partnership has apparently reached the end of the road. When the proposal went in front of the Local Government Commission, it died for lack of a second vote to consider the project. Now, the county says it will go it alone.
On this episode: after years of planning, and numerous iterations, New Hanover County’s ambitious and controversial proposal to redevelop the downtown Wilmington library block as part of a public-private partnership has apparently reached the end of the road. When the proposal went in front of the...
At Thursday evening’s Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees meeting, members unanimously approved the state budget worth $59.6 million — and the overall CFCC budget at $111.7 million. The college is receiving $12.6 million from the county and has an institutional budget of $39.4 million.
Happening TONIGHT for Fourth Friday Art Walk, come up to the 3rd floor to see art by @abbyspangelperryart and Andy Wood. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3C6Jesz
In case you missed Rachel Keith discussing her CFCC reporting on WECT News yesterday, you can watch it here: https://bit.ly/3R8i2xN
Great investigative journalism!
Rachel Keith, a reporter with WHQR Public Media, joined WECT’s Jon Evans to discuss her three-part series of investigative reports into allegations made against leadership at Cape Fear Community College.
"It is spectacular. You have to see it in a theater to experience the enormity of it."
Christy Lemire, FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles) .....see it in Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. next week! https://bit.ly/3Ssc2B1
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Chemours held a public information session at the Leland Arts Center this week for residents to learn about the company’s proposed expansion. Over a hundred protesters gathered outside.
WHQR's Rachel Keith will be on WECT News today at 5:30 to discuss her investigative reporting on CFCC. Check it out!
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We hope you'll drop by WHQR to meet the artists and enjoy great art, wine, and snacks!
Abby Spangel Perry Art Coastal Plain Conservation Group @coastalplainconservationgroup @abbyspangelperryart
At Tuesday’s New Hanover County school board town hall about 50 residents showed up to speak on or listen to a variety of topics such as issues with transportation, staff morale, and racism.
After a heated discussion, City of Wilmington council members voted Tuesday to take down the "Black Lives Do Matter: End Racism Now" sign by December 27. Councilmembers Clifford Barnett and Kevin Spears dissented.
After a heated discussion, City of Wilmington council members voted Tuesday to take down the "Black Lives Do Matter: End Racism Now" sign by December 27. Councilmembers Clifford Barnett and Kevin Spears dissented. WHQR’s Grace Vitaglione has more.
WHQR's Kelly Kenoyer will moderate this event on housing issues next week! Find out more: https://fb.me/e/1OX8Sa5QE
The resignation of two high-profile program directors, both alleging serious issues at CFCC, continues to paint a picture of a toxic workplace at the college. Meanwhile, CFCC continues to ignore requests for comment — and to block requests for documents some experts say should be public.
Two directors of CFCC’s prized programs recently resigned last spring: Chip Munna, program director over emergency medical services (EMS), and Carolyn McCormick, program director over nursing.
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It's your last chance to see art by Abby Spangel Perry Art and Andy Wood of Coastal Plain Conservation Group. Be sure to drop by the station this Friday evening from 6-9pm for the closing reception!
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Lead vocals from Mariah Carey's secret grunge album have been discovered — and she hinted that it's finally being released.
Carey has shared that recordings of the alternative album with her lead vocals have been found. And she hinted that the elusive project will finally be released.
The Cucalorus Film Foundation, a Wilmington-based non-profit, recently received two major award grants https://bit.ly/3qTjb1n
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Political polling is a snapshot in time. What do the ever-changing results really tell us? Do we in the news media utilize them well?
A conversation about the challenges of political polling in the age of social media and Trump.
Over the last four months, Cape Fear Community College has removed several key employees charged with overseeing the college’s full-time equivalency reporting — essentially, the enrollment levels that translate into how much state funding the college receives.
Over the last four months, Cape Fear Community College has removed several key employees charged with overseeing the college’s full-time equivalency reporting — essentially, the enrollment levels that translate into how much state funding the college receives.
On Monday, New Hanover County Government, NC Commissioners received an update on the accomplishments of Port City United, the county’s recently created department focusing on community violence.
This morning, New Hanover County Commissioners received an update on the accomplishments of Port City United.
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On Monday, January 10th, host Ben Steelman of the Star News sat down (virtually) with author Bland Simpson to discuss his new book, North Carolina: Land of Water, Land of Sky.
On Monday, December 13th, host Ben Steelman of the Star News sat down (virtually) with author Emily Colin to discuss her new book, Siege of the Seven Sins.
Get your questions answered by newsroom staff! Station Manager Kurt Wilson will be joined by News Director and Newsroom host Ben Schachtman and reporters and hosts Rachel Keith and Kelly Kenoyer.
On Monday, November 8th, host Ben Steelman of the Star News will sit down (virtually) with author Heather Frese to discuss her new book, The Baddest Girl on the Planet. ABOUT THE BOOK Evie Austin, native of Hatteras Island, NC, and baddest girl on the planet, has not lived her life in a straight line. There have been several detours—career snafus, bad romantic choices, a loved but unplanned child—not to mention her ill-advised lifelong obsession with boxer Mike Tyson. This is the story of what the baddest girl on the planet must find in herself when a bag of pastries, a new lover, or quick trip to Vegas won’t fix anything, and when something more than casual haplessness is required. The Baddest Girl on the Planet is inventive, sharp, witty, and poignant. Readers will want to jump in and advise this baddest girl on the planet—or at least just give her a shake or a hug—at every fascinating turn.
Ben Steelman talks with Lee Zacharias about her new novel.
WHQR Presents Prologue with Ben Steelman and author Ann B. Ross.
Ever wonder how guests are chosen, why certain stories are covered, how they do that? What ethical challenges are faced in these interesting times? Who covers what? The questions are up to you. Station Manager Kurt Wilson moderates the discussion with CoastLine host Rachel Lewis Hilburn and Newsroom host and News Managing Editor Ben Schachtman and HQR Reporters.
Join us for a discussion of "Surviving Savannah!"
Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts
307 N Front StCFCC's Wilma W. Daniels Gallery
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Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts
307 N Front St