A lofty effort that might have seemed intangible just got some real dollars attached to it: This month, the Wilmington East Wind Energy Area attracted leasing bids from two companies, totaling $315 million.   The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) May 11 offshore wind auction drew a sizable (but not earth-shattering) showing for the nearly 110,000 acre ...

Fermental is one of Wilmington’s more unique watering holes – a bit quirky, but home to many loyal patrons who appreciate its laid-back atmosphere, live entertainment and wide selection of beer, wine and snacks.   “We’re a little weird,” said Steve Gibbs, who co-owns the shop with his wife, Kristen. “We’re not the typical ba ...

From offering high-end custom woodworking to a popular scrap bin, Anchor Hardwoods caters to a wide spectrum of clientele.   A staple in the community for about three decades, the Wilmington custom woodworking shop also features a retail component – a unique feature that lures patrons of all skill levels.   “It’s kind of a novel niche that w ...

A new economic development report has provided New Hanover County and other stakeholders with a guiding vision to steer future retention, expansion and attraction efforts in the region.   The first formal economic development report issued in an eight-year period, Greenfield Development’s extensive analysis is a refresh and update of the county’s first-e ...

Pet food delivery has become a modern-day luxury, one that’s made internet companies such as Chewy a pet-household name. In addition to national firms, local businesses are also allowing pet owners to enjoy gourmet pet foods and wellness products delivered to their doorsteps.   Seasoned pet parents Dave and Betsy Head of Family Dog Naturals, at 1120 E. Cutlar ...

Sophomore air carrier Avelo announced Thursday that it will begin offering three new routes at Wilmington International Airport (ILM), starting June 30. The announcement means the airport has finally nabbed its first low-cost carrier and brings two new destinations to ILM that aren’t already serviced. “Low fares have arrived,” said ILM director Jeff Bo ...

In celebration of Earth Day, Wilmington-based Atlantic Packaging has officially launched A New Earth Project, an initiative that seeks to eliminate plastic pollution from oceans, lakes and rivers through sustainable packaging. The launch of the project includes the release of the new documentary series Journey to a New Earth and the introduction of a catalog of recyclab ...

A local auto dealership is expanding with the addition of two lines of upscale vehicles.   “We are ecstatic to add Lotus and BMW Motorcycles to Jaguar, Land Rover and Audi here in our hometown,” officials at Jaguar Land Rover Cape Fear and Audi Cape Fear stated Thursday in a news release. “Construction on the new building located beside our Ja ...

Five years after the front-page discovery of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances present in alarming amounts in the Wilmington region’s public water supply, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority will have an enhanced system in place capable of filtering them out, nearly to the point of non-detection.   In June, Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) will enga ...

To many fans of live, alternative rock music in Wilmington, Beau Gunn is the music man. In the 14 years (and counting) of his career, he has become the force behind The Penguin, the managing hand of Local Daily Media and the impresario bringing live talent to the Hugh Morton Amphitheater at Greenfield Lake.   It’s not everyone who can find work that matches hi ...