Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
Good morning, Leland.
🎭 Culture
Organized by Brunswick County Intercultural Festival and Brunswick Arts Council, the 19th annual event will happen Saturday, Oct.
10 at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, offering live music, cultural exhibits, ethnic food vendors, and a Passport to Culture for children; the festival (free admission) celebrates local heritage and diversity.
🎓 Education
Cape Fear Community College is launching its largest workforce expansion ever by adding 73 new faculty and staff positions and converting 11 grant-funded roles into full-time jobs.
The college will offer 19 new Continuing Education and Career and Technical Education programs between now and spring to support growing enrollment.
🌲 Environment
State wildlife officials warned that black bears are foraging more heavily and may visit neighborhoods as they fatten up for winter.
Residents should secure attractants (like bird seed and garbage) and check crawlspaces and porches to help keep bears away.
🏛️ Government
The N.C. State Ports Authority has suspended its $1.35 billion Wilmington Harbor deepening project due to environmental concerns plus potential PFAS impacts, and will review further studies before planning next steps along the Cape Fear River channel.
Officials said the pause will allow a more thoughtful approach to impact assessment.
NC Ports Authority asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to pause review of the Wilmington Harbor expansion due to PFAS and environmental concerns, and said further research will guide the project’s next steps.
The request aims to ensure scientific evaluation before moving forward.
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