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4 days ago | starnewsonline.com | Savanna Tenenoff

Trey'Quan Jenkins accepted a plea deal for second-degree murder charge in the 2022 shooting death of TyShaun Delts. Jenkins will serve 25-30 years in prison, rather than the maximum sentence of life without parole. The plea agreement dismissed other charges against Jenkins, including possession of a firearm by a felon. A Wilmington man will serve between 20-30 years in prison instead of life without parole for a 2022 shooting death.

4 days ago | starnewsonline.com | Savanna Tenenoff

Another week of tragedy, filming and paid parking discussions have washed over Brunswick County. With growth on the front burner for local governments, infrastructure needs, road improvements and revenue sources are on agendas for most Brunswick towns. June started off cloudy and rainy and has transitioned into sunny and hot. However, for some, this blue-skied week was filled with gloom.

5 days ago | starnewsonline.com | Savanna Tenenoff

Brunswick County, NC, encompasses 847 square miles and is one of the fastest-growing counties in the state. The county contains 19 municipalities, ranging in size from small towns like Caswell Beach to larger ones like Leland. Residents can determine specific boundaries within the county using the Brunswick County GIS map available on the county website. With a land area of more than 800 square miles, Brunswick County stands as one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina.

6 days ago | starnewsonline.com | Allison Ballard

Several Wilmington restaurants offer unique dining experiences. These include themed nights, special menus, and extended happy hours. Participating restaurants include Caprice Bistro, manna, Beat Street, Far From France, CAM Café, and South Front Tavern. There are a lot of ways restaurants offer something special to bring people in – lunch specials, oyster deals and happy hour menus. There are a few eateries that have planned unique evenings and menu additions in recent weeks and months.

1 month ago | starnewsonline.com

NC's rankings in different data points run from the seventh best state overall for economy to 32nd for infrastructure.