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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Sunday February 15th

February 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Brunswick County Detailed Forecast Sunday Rain, with thunderstorms also possible after 4pm. High near 63. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 6 to 11 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 17 […]

Legal Beef: Can Stores Detain You For Suspected Shoplifting?

February 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Legal Beef: Can Stores Detain You For Suspected Shoplifting. * Always Remember to Consult with an Attorney for Legal Advice

IRS Urges Taxpayers to Skip Phone Lines During Presidents Day Week

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Agency directs filers to IRS.gov for faster, 24/7 self‑service tools as call volumes surge. The IRS is urging taxpayers to skip long phone waits during the busy Presidents Day week and instead use IRS.gov for […]

Brunswick County Board of Elections announces Feb. 17 meeting

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will hold a regular and absentee meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17, in the Commissioners’ Chambers of the David R. Sandifer Building at 30 Government Center Drive […]

Giant White Shark “Contender” Pings Off Cape Fear

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Largest male white shark ever tagged in the Western North Atlantic tracked near Wilmington By BCNews Staff Writer Wilmington, NC — Contender, the largest male white shark ever tagged by OCEARCH in the Western North […]

Nakina Middle School Welcomes New Media Coordinator

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Mr. John Gore brings academic expertise, cultural insight, and a passion for literacy to the Mustang community By BCNews Staff Writer Nakina Middle School is celebrating the arrival of its new Media Coordinator, Mr. John […]

Red Cross Warns of Severe Blood Shortage; Winter Weather Deepens Impact Across Carolinas

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Hospitals report rising demand as supply drops 35% nationwide The American Red Cross is urging immediate donor action as the nation faces a severe blood and platelet shortage, with the available supply dropping by roughly […]

Brunswick County Waters Could See Big Impacts from Statewide Fisheries Lawsuit

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Raleigh trial raises major questions for local shrimpers, small‑boat fishermen, and recreational anglers By BCNews Staff Writer Raleigh, NC — A high‑stakes fisheries lawsuit underway in the state capital could bring significant changes to Brunswick […]

Columbus County Man Charged in Multi‑Count Financial Fraud Case

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

21‑year‑old faces felony accusations involving credit card misuse Columbus County, NC — A 21‑year‑old man has been charged with multiple felony offenses following an arrest by the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office on February 12, 2026. […]

Free Health Fair Coming to Riegelwood

February 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Event offers free screenings, education, vendors, and giveaways during American Heart Month By BCNews Staff Writer RIEGELWOOD, NC — A free community health fair is coming to Riegelwood as part of American Heart Month, offering […]