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WPD Lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Sunday, June 19th, 2011, 12:38pm

WPD Lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) — Wilmington Police Lieutenant Thomas Witkowski was among the 246 law enforcement officers who graduated last week from the prestigious FBI National Academy Program at Quantico, Virginia.

The program offers a rigorous 10-week curriculum that reportedly includes advanced investigative, management and fitness training. Officers are selected to attend the National Academy based on proven records of professional success within their agencies.

Witkowski is a 21-year veteran of the WPD. He has commanded the Narcotics Enforcement Unit, been the Division III Patrol Lieutenant and is currently a Lieutenant in the Criminal Investigations Division.

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Happy Father's Day!

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Sunday, June 19th, 2011, 7:11am

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) — Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads in Wilmington!

How are you celebrating today? If you have father’s day pictures that you’d like to share, send them to pics@wect.com.

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UNCW economist speaks to Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Saturday, June 18th, 2011, 2:18pm

UNCW economist speaks to Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) — Dr. William Hall, Senior Economist in the H. Davis and Diane Swain Center for Business & Economic Services at the Cameron School of Business at UNCW, spoke to members of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce recently.

Hall reportedly spoke about the Brunswick County Economic Outlook, according to Karen Sphar, the Chamber’s Executive Vice President.

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Like us on Facebook; follow us on Twitter

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Saturday, June 18th, 2011, 12:22pm

Like us on Facebook; follow us on Twitter

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) — All 14 of our WECT Communities websites are now on two popular social media sites.

Like WECT South College on Facebook and you’ll always know what’s going on at UNC-Wilmington and the surrounding neighborhoods.

If you’re more of a Twitter fan, follow @WECTCommunities to quickly access stories about your area.

We’re always looking for story ideas! So if you know of an event or story that we should cover, feel free to write on our Facebook wall or send us a direct message anytime.

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Guns vs. Hoses...who will win?

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Saturday, June 18th, 2011, 11:48am

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) — The third annual Guns and Hoses charity softball game between the Wilmington Police Department and the Wilmington Fire Department will be held Saturday, June 18 at 5 p.m.

The show down will take place at Buck Hardee Field in Legion Stadium. Who do you think will win?

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NHC commissioners will likely give schools $600,000

Submitted by WECT Web Staff

Friday, June 17th, 2011, 5:14pm

NHC commissioners will likely give schools $600,000

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Commissioners in New Hanover County will likely approve giving the school system another $600,000 for its operations budget, according to Chairman Jonathan Barfield.

The school board originally asked for $1 million, but said any extra money would be appreciated.

School Board Chair Don Hayes says the extra money will keep many programs from being cut.

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Boy Scout raising money for flag pole at CFCI

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Friday, June 17th, 2011, 11:03am

Boy Scout raising money for flag pole at CFCI

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) — A local Boy Scout is looking to raise approximately $2,000 to purchase and install a flag pole at the new location of the Cape Fear Center for Inquiry (CFCI).

Forrest Graham, an alumni of CFCI and current student at Hoggard High, is looking to obtain the rank of Eagle Scout as a part of Troop 215. He hopes to do so by leading the fundraising effort for the school.

Currently there is no flag pole in the budget or building plan for the new building at 2525 Wonder Way in Wilmington.

In addition to seeking donations, Forrest is planning a yard sale and a car wash. He hopes to have the flagpole in place by the time the school opens in the fall.

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