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The Curse of Oak Island: Why some tourists are confusing North Carolina for Nova Scotia

The Curse of Oak Island: Why some tourists are confusing North Carolina for Nova Scotia

At least once or twice each month, some confused viewer from across the country sends their fan mail to the town of Oak Island.

“We get a wide range of comments that you would normally expect for any type of popular television mystery show,” said Michael Emory, communication manager for the town.

“Unfortunately, they're just a little bit misdirected.”

Learn about local history and lure:Catch up with Wilmington history with this guide to all Cape Fear Unearthed episodes

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Who is Lilly Gaddis? 'Trad wife' fired after using racial sl

A self-proclaimed "trad wife" has been fired from her job after she casually said the “N-word” during a cooking video on TikTok.

Lilly Gaddis used the racist slur and also referred to "dumb whores,” “immigrants fresh off the boat ... Read more

Two Brunswick polling places have been relocated

The Brunswick County Board of Elections announced the relocation of two polling places for the upcoming Nov. 4 election day. (Port City Daily/Courtesy Brunswick County).

BRUNSWICK COUNTY — The Brunswick County Board of Elections announ ... Read more

PHOTOS | Hurricane Hazel the worst-of-the-worst

1 of 7 Hurricane Hazel’s Destruction Aftermath of Hurricane Hazel, North Carolina 1954 PHOTO: Bettmann

2 of 7 Hurricane Hazel’s Destruction Airplane hangars for private planes at Raleigh Municipal Airport after being hit by Hurricane ... Read more

‘Trad-Wife’ TikToker Axed From Job After Casually Saying N-Word

Published Jun 11, 2024 11:18PM

The white trad-wife TikToker who casually dropped the n-word in a cooking video that went viral Monday is already paying for her ignorance, with her employer, Rophe of the Carolinas, announcing it had let her go with immediate effect on Tuesday.

The woman at the center of the controversy, Lilly Gaddis, referred to her friends’ husbands as “broke ass n***s” in the clip—dropping the racial slur in a slight southern drawl so naturally, many speculated she must use it in casual conversation.

Gaddis, whose TikTok ac ... Read more

$80 round trip flights out of ILG: Here are the cheapest fli

Now that summer is in full swing, it may be time for an impromptu vacation.

While there have been route changes afoot out of the Wilmington Airport, Avelo Airlines is still offering round-trip service to six southern destinations all sum ... Read more

North Carolina misses out at national James Beard culinary a

North Carolina’s culinary scene was shut out at the James Beard Awards Monday night.

Chefs and restaurants from North Carolina who were finalists in three categories went 0 for 3 at the James Beard Foundation awards, missing out on the ... Read more

One Sweet Beach

× Expand The newly renovated Oak Island Pier (Photo courtesy Town of Oak Island)

With 10 miles of beach and public access at nearly every block, it’s easy to find a place to sprawl and enjoy the view most any time of year at Oak Islan ... Read more