Michael Olender is the state director of AARP North Carolina. He was appointed this position after serving as Associate State Director for AARP in the Charlotte region and managing the work of AARP in communities across the state.
We’ve talked a lot in this column about ways to prevent scammers from stealing your hard earned income and savings. But as we look at savings, it is important to note that savings rates, especia ...
To help protect yourself and your hard-earned money and savings from fraud and scams, the AARP Fraud Watch Network provides tips each month to help you spot and avoid the most common swindles. As the ...
The summer may be winding down, but when it comes to fraud and scams, things are still red hot. Here are some tips from the AARP Fraud Watch Network can help you steer clear of fraud. ALWAYS ...
Warm weather is here which means door-to-door sales crews are here, too. But what they’re selling isn’t always legit. Be cautious anytime a stranger comes knocking, especially if the visit ...
Coastal Land Trust Strikes Deal To Preserve More Than 3,200 Acres Of Sledge Forest
Cierra Noffke
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Jun 25, 2026
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Refinery Project Eyeing Brunswick County Could Bring $500M Investment, 300 Jobs
Emma Dill
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Jun 26, 2026
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Tech Wilmington: Upcoming Events Calendar
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Jun 24, 2026
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As Local Firms Exit State Incentive Deals, 2 Remain Active
Emma Dill
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Jun 25, 2026
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Brunswick Realtors: Home Sales Hit New High In May
Staff Reports
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Jun 26, 2026
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This spring and summer have been a rough time for the city of Southport’s Parks & Recreation Department....
Cybercrime hit home locally when two cyberattacks on the town of Carolina Beach resulted in the theft of nearly $500,000 in December....
Officials said that the N.C. Fourth of July Festival is an annual fundraising miracle that can’t be taken for granted because there’s no fin...
The 2026 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.
