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Zac Brown tribute band headlines concert series

Submitted by Robert Demetrious on Sunday, June 9th, 8:50 pm
Zac Brown tribute band headlines concert series

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – The Downtown Sundown Concert Series is in full-swing as summer heats up. The concert series has a full lineup of performers throughout the summer.

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Cape Fear River Watch to host LakeFest at Greenfield Lake

Submitted by Iisha Scott, Weather Anchor/ Web Producer
Friday, May 3rd, 2013, 11:42am
Cape Fear River Watch to host LakeFest at Greenfield Lake

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - The Cape Fear River Watch presents the 2013 LakeFest, which will take place Saturday, May 4 at Greenfield Lake.

The event starts at 10 a.m. and will feature interactive activities for kids and adults plus a chance to see alligators, turtles, snakes and other reptiles up close and personal. Other activities include face painting, arts & crafts, nature tours and paddle boats, according to organizers.

Admission is free.

For more information, contact Jennifer Cole at (910) 762-5606.

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Battleship NC takes green initiative strides

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013, 7:02am
Battleship NC takes green initiative strides

News Release From the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA:

WILMINGTON, NC – Earlier this year, the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA took significant steps to become more energy efficient and environmentally conscious.

In February 2013, Moran Environmental Recovery based in Wilmington, NC, removed over 15,000 gallons of WWII-era bunker fuel from eight separate port side bow tanks. More than 225,000 gallons of similar fuel oil remains onboard in various internal storage tanks.  Removal of fuel oil is part of a long-term hull repair strategy and is critical to both the renovation of the Battleship and protection of the environment.

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Plants added to Ann Street in streetside rain garden

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013, 10:56am
Plants added to Ann Street in streetside rain garden

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Nearly 30 plants will be added Wednesday afternoon in a new streetside rain garden on Ann Street, near the intersection of Ann and Ninth.

After school students and staff from the MLK Community Center and neighborhood residents will join NC State University staff in the planting process.

According to a news release, the rain garden will temporarily hold and filter stormwater runoff to remove pollutants and reduce flooding in Burnt Mill Creek.

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Recycle your electronics at eWaste event

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Monday, April 22nd, 2013, 5:22am
Recycle your electronics at eWaste event

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Your Computer Friends is hosting another electronics recycling event.

You can drop off printers, phones, batteries, computers, cables, fax machines, copiers and stereos free of charge. However, there is a $10 charge for televisions and CRT monitors.

You can drop off your items at 3816 Oleander Dr. on the corner of 39th Street. The event will run from April 22 until April 26 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The business has collected over 6.5 tons of eWaste recycled by people in Wilmington and the surrounding areas.

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Bellamy Mansion Museum hosting Earth Day event

Submitted by Ashlea Kosikowski, WECT News
Thursday, April 18th, 2013, 5:47pm
Bellamy Mansion Museum hosting Earth Day event

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – You can celebrate Earth Day this year by going back in time!

The Bellamy Mansion Museum, at 503 Market Street in Wilmington, is hosting an Earth Day event on Sunday, April 21.

Tours of the mansion will be hosted by guides dressed in 19th century costumes.

According to a Facebook event page, the mansion will have several activities for kids, including tree planting, crafting and feeding live chickens.

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NHC recognized for energy efficient courthouse

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Friday, April 5th, 2013, 12:46pm
NHC recognized for energy efficient courthouse

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – New Hanover County was recently recognized on a national level for its energy efficient courthouse.

According to a spokesperson for the county, the National Association of Counties (NACo) released a report that established its rankings for "Energy Efficient County Buildings: Realizing Money and Energy-Saving Opportunities."

The rankings were calculated by the energy use intensity of the buildings.

"I'm proud that New Hanover County's judicial building is among the top 10 energy efficient courthouses," said NHC Manager Chris Coudriet." Our participation and this achievement is representative of our sustainable management and good governance of the public's resources."

New Hanover County joined NACo’s Courthouse Energy Program in 2006. New Hanover County currently has 22 buildings in the Portfolio Management System.

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