Matt Hilliard is the Commercial Banker for Southern Bank and grew up in Wilmington, NC. As the son of a small business owner, Matt is driven to doing business right the first time and delivering superior customer service. His care
When something goes wrong in business banking, it rarely happens in isolation — and it rarely happens slowly. A delayed payment, a suspicious transaction, or a breakdown in approv ...
For Wilmington businesses, growth brings opportunity, but it also introduces new financial risks — especially when it comes to payment and cash-flow fraud. As companies expand th ...
As Wilmington’s business community continues to evolve, many owners are rethinking what they need from a long-term financial partner. While speed and technology remain important, they are no sub ...
Wilmington’s growth has been a magnet for new opportunity — and new risk. Local companies are navigating a threat landscape that impacts nearly every part of their operations. That’s ...
In Lawsuit, Luxury Homebuilder Accuses Defendants Of Defamation
Cece Nunn
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Jun 5, 2026
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Endowment Appoints New Community Advisory Council Members
Staff Reports
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Jun 3, 2026
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From A Grocery Store To Convention Center Growth, Officials Talk Downtown Priorities
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Jun 3, 2026
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Endowment Fields Questions On School Bond, Food Co-op Funding At Public Meeting
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Jun 4, 2026
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Amid Recent Sales, Independence Mall Owner Talks Real Estate Strategy
Emma Dill
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Jun 4, 2026
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"We underwent a strategic plan in 2021. Jean was an integral part of that. The organization was transitioning from a founder-led organizati...
In December, the Surf City Town Council approved the rezoning of approximately 46.4 acres along N.C. 50 to allow a mixed-use development....
A stretch of ocean off the coast of Brunswick County made national news earlier this year when the Trump administration announced plans to p...
The 2026 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.
