Al Sharp is Project Director for FOCUS, a community-based planning consortium. FOCUS empowers local planning groups, businesses, and civic organizations through data gathering and public input, helping them to zero in on new oppor
Our region is like a puzzle. We need to connect many different pieces to ultimately realize the bigger, better picture for the future. Have you ever tried to put together a 1,000-piece big box puzz ...
Good things are happening all around our region. It’s true. Some initiatives are more familiar than others, but in addition to the City of Wilmington’s comprehensive plan and New Hanover C ...
In previous Insights, I’ve talked about the importance of regional planning as a critical element for the next 25 years. To ground this policy orientation, FOCUS has been actively seeking public ...
Remember the Magic 8-Ball toy? Ask it a question, give it a shake, and wait for the reply to appear from the murky depths. It seems like we’ve all been asking the Magic 8-Ball a common question ...
Our Cape Fear Region is in an enviable position. We’re not only experiencing a steady recovery from the 2008 recession, but according to recent trends and predictions, we should anticipate yet a ...
LINC Inc. Welcomes Four New Board Members
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Aug 4, 2026
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Novant Health Acquires Wilmington Surgical Associates
Cierra Noffke
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Aug 4, 2026
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Legal Aid Of North Carolina To Relocate Wilmington Office
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Aug 3, 2026
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Wellness Destination Slated For Former Lowe's Foods Site
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Aug 4, 2026
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DiSisto Tapped As Executive Director Of BCC Foundation
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Aug 4, 2026
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Some locally owned convenience stores in Wilmington have morphed into food and beverage destinations, including Bevvy Mart and Front Street...
The Busy Bloom is a flower shop with a spin – a creative experience shop located in Wilmington’s Cargo District, one of the owners said....
After working as an instructor for others, he opted to work for himself and is the owner of Fred Astaire Dance Studios locations in Wilmingt...
The 2026 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.
