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 ...
7-Eleven Planned At Carolina Beach Road Intersection
Emma Dill
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Aug 25, 2026
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Hilliard Joins Live Oak Bank
Staff Reports
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Aug 25, 2026
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As It Vies To Build Hospital Here, Atrium Health Buys 65 Acres In New Hanover County
Cierra Noffke
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Aug 24, 2026
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Becker Morgan Group Ranks On Top Architecture Firms List
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Aug 25, 2026
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Heart Association Recognizes Local Novant Health Facilities
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Aug 25, 2026
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Community college has emerged as a popular option for students looking to save money on education or enter the workforce quickly....
Transformational growth of career and technical education (CTE) opportunities and student participation in those opportunities is occurring...
The mayor said town officials expect to go before the N.C. Local Government Commission in September for financing approval for the land purc...
The 2026 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.
