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Cape Fear Museum Historian appointed to state board by Governor Cooper

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Dr. Jan Davidson, Historian for the Cape Fear Museum, was appointed by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to serve on the North Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board. Davidson has worked as the Cape Fear Museum Historia...

New Hanover County excels in CRS review with perfect correctness rate

New Hanover County, NC – Following its annual FEMA National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System (CRS) verification visit, New Hanover County has achieved a 100 percent correctness rate on its construction certificate review and maint...

Health and Human Services ready to assist community with Medicaid expansion rollout

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Medicaid expansion will officially take effect on December 1, allowing more North Carolina residents, ages 19 through 64, access to health-related coverage for doctor visits, yearly check-ups, emergency care, mental heal...

Non-County Agency Funding applications open November 27

New Hanover County, NC – New Hanover County’s Non-County Agency Funding online application portal for the 2024-25 fiscal year will open on November 27. All application packets must be submitted by January 8, 2024 to be considered.

The c...

New customer convenience center set to open at New Hanover County Landfill on November 27

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Visitors to the New Hanover County Landfill will soon have a larger and more efficient site to dispose of trash and other waste materials.

Starting Monday, November 27, the new customer convenience center at the landfill ...

Public Notice: Agenda Review for November 16 Canceled

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners Agenda Review meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the New Hanover County Government Center in Conference Rooms 138-1...

Board of Commissioners requests EPA oversight on Chemours' GenX importation

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners has submitted a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan concerning the proposed importation of GenX waste material by Chemours to the Fayettevill...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• New Hanover County Adult Care Home Community Adviso...

Health and Human Services offering drive-thru flu vaccine on November 7

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County Health and Human Services will be hosting a drive-thru flu vaccine event on Election Day to provide residents a streamlined opportunity to protect themselves from illness as colder weather begins.

Inter...

Application portal open for mental health care providers fellows program

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County is now accepting applications for a fellows program providing financial assistance to students enrolled at in-state colleges and universities seeking a career in the mental health field, aimin...

Community support for veterans requested as part of Operation Green Light

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – For the second consecutive year, New Hanover County will participate in Operation Green Light, a national initiative recognizing the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Community members are encoura...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• New Hanover Coun...

Public Notice: NHC-City of Wilmington Community Relations Advisory Committee meeting on Nov. 8

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County-City of Wilmington Community Relations Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at 5 p.m., for a joint meeting with the New Hanover...

Starting Thursday, Health and Human Services will offer updated COVID vaccine

Calendar of events set to commemorate 125th anniversary of 1898 Wilmington Massacre and Coup d’état

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As the 125th anniversary of the 1898 Wilmington Massacre and Coup d’état approaches, the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity is collaborating with numerous community partners for events...

Commissioners approve nearly $3 million in funding for Workforce Housing

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – During its meeting on Monday, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to fund four programs that will serve 274 households as part of the 2023 Workforce Housing Services Program.

Approximatel...

New Hanover County receives two national recognitions for continued fiscal responsibility

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has recognized New Hanover County for its excellence in budgeting and financial reporting with a pair of awards.

Earlier this year, the GFOA honored the county with a Dis...

Airlie Gardens debuts renovated Guest Services Center

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Guests visiting Airlie Gardens will now receive enhanced service thanks to the newly renovated Guest Services Center. 

The improvements include upgrades to the ticket purchasing area and education center, allowin...

Kate Baillon named director of the Cape Fear Museum

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The Cape Fear Museum of History and Science will have a familiar face overseeing its operations moving forward. Kate Baillon has been selected to serve as the museum’s director, effective October 17, after serv...

New Hanover County represented on Governor’s Hispanic/Latino Affairs Advisory Council

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Mari McKenzie, an Outreach Coordinator with the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity, has been selected to serve on Governor Roy Cooper’s Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs.

Established in 2017, the Governor’s...

New Hanover County reports successful Project Grace bond sale

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – On Tuesday, New Hanover County successfully sold limited obligation bonds that will generate approximately $56.5 million in proceeds to fund the Project Grace initiative, which includes the construction of a new Public L...

Important voter information as registration deadline approaches

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC?– Residents of New Hanover County interested in participating in the upcoming 2023 election will need to register to vote by Friday, October 13. Voters who miss the registration deadline but would still like to register an...

New Hanover County Fire Rescue to Participate in Fire Prevention Week

New Hanover County Fire Rescue to participate in Fire Prevention Week  

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As part of its ongoing community outreach, New Hanover County Fire Rescue (NHCFR) will participate in Fire Prevention Week from October 8-14. This ann...

Public Notice: October 12 Agenda Review canceled

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners Agenda Review meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the New Hanover County Government Center in Conference Rooms 138-13...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

This notice has been updated as of October 16 to reflect additional appointment opportunities for the New Hanover County Commission for African American History, Heritage, and Culture and the New Hanover County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council.

To provide...

Local Government Commission approves financing plan for Project Grace

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – At its October 3 meeting in Boone, N.C., the Local Government Commission reviewed and approved New Hanover County’s financial proposal for debt issuance of $57 million to fund the construction of a purpose-built, state-of-the-art ...

WISEWOMAN health program set to relaunch starting October 4

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Female residents of New Hanover County who meet certain eligibility requirements can receive health screenings, intervention, counseling and referral services as part of the WISEWOMAN program.

An acronym for Well-Integrat...

New Hanover County’s Triple-A bond rating reaffirmed ahead of proposed Project Grace financing

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As New Hanover County seeks debt issuance of $57 million to finance Project Grace, Moody’s Investor Services (Moody’s) and Standard & Poor’s (S&P) have again confirmed the county&...

Senior Resource Center seeking volunteer drivers for Home Delivered Meals Program

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Residents seeking an opportunity to give back to the community can volunteer for meal delivery service to homebound seniors here in New Hanover County.  

The Senior Resource Center’s Nutrition Program s...

Veteran Services relocating offices, will resume in-person services on October 9

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – To better assist residents in the community who served in the Armed Forces, New Hanover County Veterans Services will be relocating to the Health and Human Services Annex at 1507 Greenfield Street in October. 

“We are very...

New Hanover County Health and Human Services to host drive-thru flu vaccines

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County Health and Human Services will bring flu vaccines directly to you in your car as part of a drive-thru vaccination clinic. Individuals interested in receiving a flu vaccine from the comfort of their veh...

Volunteers needed to help with income tax assistance programs

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County is seeking volunteers for two programs to assist residents with their 2023 tax filing. 

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA) and AARP Tax Aide program are seeking adult volunteers...

Cape Fear Latinos Festival rescheduled for September 30

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Due to the threat of inclement weather, the second annual Cape Fear Latinos Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 30. The event will start with a parade at 1:30 p.m. in Downtown Wilmington leading to Live...

Public Notice: Health and Human Services Board Meeting for Sept. 19 Canceled

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the Health and Human Services Board Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 8:00AMOnce in the Multipurpose Room of the Health and Human Services building has been canceled. 

Public Notice: Surplus property for sale to non-profits then general public

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – At its September 18, 2023 meeting, the New Hanover County’s Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution declaring certain personal property surplus to the County’s operations.  

Non-profit organizations will have an opport...

Public Notice: Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors meeting rescheduled

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors is rescheduling its regular October board meeting due to scheduling conflicts and lack of a quorum. The meeting will be changed from October 4, ...

Public Notice: NHC-City of Wilmington Community Relations Advisory Committee meeting on Sept. 26

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County-City of Wilmington Community Relations Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2023.

A subcommittee meeting to review recent special events and discuss up...

Collaboration brings Cape Fear Latinos Festival to Live Oak Pavilion on September 23

UPDATE: The Cape Fear Latinos Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 30. Click here for more information.

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Following a large turnout last year, officials with New Hanover County and the City of Wilmington ha...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

This notice has been updated as of September 8 to reflect additional appointment opportunities for the New Hanover County Commission for African American History, Heritage, and Culture.

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county governm...

New Hanover County announces delayed opening due to Hurricane Idalia

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC — August 30, 2023 — New Hanover County will delay opening county offices and attractions until 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 31, in response to expected impacts from Hurricane Idalia. Essential emergency services will continue to o...

Public Notice of Closed Session following August 31 Agenda Review

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a Closed Session Meeting pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) to consult with the county attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privil...

Public Notice: Board of Commissioners to hold Public Hearing on September 5

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on September 5, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. to hear comments from the public on the joint application with the City of Wilmington to the Edward Byrne Memoria...

New Hanover County recognized at N.C. Association of County Commissioners event

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – During the N.C. Association of County Commissioners’ 116th annual conference last week, New Hanover County was honored with an Excellence in Innovation Award for the Building Safety Process Improvement plan imp...

West Nile Virus detected in mosquitoes during testing

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Following recent testing of mosquitoes trapped by New Hanover County Public Health’s vector control team, a confirmation of West Nile Virus (WNV) has been found in some of the samples collected. At this time, o...

Public Notice of NHC Commission for Women monthly meeting reschedule

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Commission for Women will change the monthly meeting from Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 4:00pm, to Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 4:00pm. The meeting will be held at the New Hanov...

New Hanover County resiliency work highlighted in national publication

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The work being done by the New Hanover County Resiliency Task Force has been highlighted in a national publication.

“Building Resilience to Trauma: The Trauma Community Resiliency” by Elaine Miller-Karas looks at initiatives across...

Information on Connected to Education, Employment & Entrepreneurship Program now available

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The latest piece of the New Hanover County Commissioners’ Community Building Plan is ready to help adults and families get the support they need to meet career goals and create solid financial footing for the f...

Suleyman honored by NC Coastal Federation with Pelican Award

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Joe Suleyman, New Hanover County’s Recycling and Solid Waste Director, was recognized by the North Carolina Coastal Federation earlier this month with a Pelican Award, highlighting his ongoing commitment to env...

Public Notice: Joint Special Meeting with New Hanover County Planning Board

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a Joint Meeting with the New Hanover County Planning Board on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at the New...

As new school year begins, COVID-19 protocols remain crucial

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – While the Federal Public Health Emergency declaration for COVID-19 ended in May, continuing to practice healthy habits in defense of COVID and other respiratory illness remains critical as the 2023-24 school year gets set to begin...

Public Notice: New Hanover County/City of Wilmington Community Relations Advisory Committee Meeting

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County/ City of Wilmington Community Relations Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 15th at 4:30 p.m. to finalize plans for the upcoming Listening Session fo...

Health and Human Services hosting Pre-K Health Fair on August 17

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – To help families prepare for the start of the 2023-24 school year, New Hanover County Health and Human Services will host a Pre-K Health Fair from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 17 at the Health and Human Servic...

Public Notice: New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee to meet Friday, August 11

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee will meet on Friday, August 11, at 9:30 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the non-county agency funding process for fiscal year 23-24...

Registration open for August 22 listening session for caretakers of special education students

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Parents and guardians of children who receive special education and related services from New Hanover County Schools are invited to take part in a listening session from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 22 in the multip...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

This notice has been updated as of August 9 to reflect additional appointment opportunities for the Non-County Agency Funding Committee.To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioner...

Project Grace Update: Revised development agreement includes $4.6 million in cost savings

Update: The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the updated development agreement at its August 7 meeting.

The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will be considering an amended development agreement with Cape Fear Development for the county-...

WIC offers in-person consultations to provide nutritional, health guidance for young children

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As National Breastfeeding Month begins, the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) team with New Hanover County Health and Human Services is working to share information on the nutritional advantages of breastfeeding for newborn childr...

Equity Award recipients announced, tickets now available for third annual gala

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Nine community members have been selected as honorees for the third annual Equity Awards Gala, hosted by the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity. This annual event recognizes individuals in New Hanover Coun...

National Association of Counties adopts resolution offered by New Hanover County Commissioners

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As part of the 2023 National Association of Counties Conference held July 21-24 in Austin, Texas, members of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners presented a policy resolution to support the enforcement of PFAS ...

Property tax bills arriving soon, flexible payment options offered

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The New Hanover County Tax Department has begun mailing real estate tax bills and property owners should receive their bill by the middle of August. Property taxes are due on September 1, 2023, but can be paid without in...

New Hanover County earns 11 Achievement Awards from National Association of Counties

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – For the eighth consecutive year, New Hanover County has received recognition from the National Association of Counties (NACo) earning 11 Achievement Awards in 2023 for programs and initiatives that highlight the county&a...

New Hanover County Equity and Inclusion Summit set for September 14-15

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Registration is now open for the second annual New Hanover County Equity and Inclusion Summit.

The event, which will take place September 14-15, will be held at Cape Fear Community College’s Union Station (502 N...

New Hanover County Commissioners adopt new five-year strategic plan

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – During Monday’s meeting, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a new five-year strategic plan that will help guide the county through Fiscal Years 2024-28.

This marks the third strate...

Proposals now being accepted for workforce housing funding

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County is now accepting proposals from for-profit and non-profit developers and agencies to provide financial assistance for projects that improve the stock of workforce housing in the community. The Request ...

Limberger selected to serve as New Hanover County Permitting Director

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – JD Limberger, a longtime New Hanover County employee, will transition into a new role for the organization, serving as the county’s Permitting Director starting August 8. He takes over for Nicholas Gadzekpo fol...

Health and Human Services Board to meet July 18 at Government Center; Subcommittee meeting to follow

The New Hanover County Health and Human Services Board will be holding their regular meeting on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 8:00 AM in Multipurpose Rooms 136 and 137 of the New Hanover County Government Center at 230 Government Center Drive, Wilmington, NC...

Airlie Gardens hosting ninth annual Family Fun Night on July 15

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. – Airlie Gardens is excited to host its ninth annual Family Fun Night from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday, July 15.

This special after-hours event is for the young and young-at-heart, featuring live music by The Broccoli Brothers C...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• New Hanover County Adult Home Care Community Adviso...

Williston Legacy Graduation will stream live online via WECT on July 1

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – On Saturday, July 1, members of the Williston Senior High School classes of 1969 and 1970 will have the chance to participate in a Legacy Graduation Ceremony with their classmates, a moment that was denied to them more t...

International consulate representatives coming to provide assistance for citizens

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – A partnership between the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity and Cape Fear Latinos will bring representatives from several Latin American consulates to the county to help expedite requests related to passports or vi...

Wanda Copley presented Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – During Monday’s meeting of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, longtime County Attorney Wanda Copley was recognized with The Order of The Long Leaf Pine Award. Granted by the Office of the Governor t...

Nominations being accepted for third annual New Hanover County Equity Awards

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The nomination portal is now open for the third annual Equity Awards, presented by the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity and the Carousel Center. These yearly awards honor and celebrate individuals in New...

New Hanover County Mobile Dental Unit holds Open House at new summer location

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – This summer, the New Hanover County Health and Human Services Mobile Dental Unit will be set up at the HHS Annex (1507 Greenfield Street, Wilmington) to provide low or no-cost dental services for eligible children. To ki...

Joint Special Meeting with the New Hanover County Airport Authority

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC –  Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a Joint Meeting with the Airport Authority on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. in the second floor conference room of the...

Board of Elections Regular Meeting Notice- June 2023

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC- The New Hanover County Board of Elections will be holding a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 5:15 PM in the Longleaf Room at the Board of Elections Office, located at 1241A Military Cutoff Road, Wilmi...

Commissioners adopt budget with half-cent property tax reduction for Fiscal Year 2023-24

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – For the third straight fiscal year, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners adopted a budget lowering the property tax rate for residents. The framework for Fiscal Year 2023-24 (FY 23-24), which was approved at Mon...

Tim Lowe selected to lead New Hanover County Engineering

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – A familiar face will be guiding New Hanover County Engineering starting Tuesday, June 13. Tim Lowe, the current Chief Project Engineer for Stormwater Services with the county, has been chosen to take over as County Engin...

Health and Human Services teaming up with community partners to increase access to Economic Services

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Beginning June 13, New Hanover County Health and Human Services will hold mobile outreach visits in the community during the second full week of each month to help individuals and families connect with financial assistan...

Third annual “Read across the County” centers on music as universal language

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The connectivity, power and inclusivity of music for all is the central theme for books selected as part of the third annual “Read across the County” initiative.

The yearly program from the New Hanover...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• New Hanover County Adult Home Care Community Adviso...

New Hanover County again earns Triple-A bond rating from Moody’s and S&P

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Moody’s Investor Services (Moody’s) and Standard & Poor’s (S&P), the nation’s top bond rating agencies, have both assigned New Hanover County a Triple-A bond rating on its general obligation bonds, the highest rat...

New Hanover County celebrates 11 employees with Hall of Honor award

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – A total of 11 New Hanover County employees were recognized with the organization’s highest distinction as Hall of Honor awardees during the county’s Stellar Awards Banquet on Wednesday night.

Each of t...

Additional $75 million from hospital partnership proceeds distributed

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – An additional $75 million from the sale of New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) has been distributed equally between the New Hanover Community Endowment and the NHRMC Foundation, as outlined in the asset purchase ...

Josh Smith named as Chief Communications Officer for New Hanover County

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Josh Smith has been selected to serve as New Hanover County’s Chief Communications Officer beginning Tuesday, July 11.

Smith comes to New Hanover County Government after serving as the Chief Communications Officer for New Hanover C...

Register of Deeds’ downtown office now an official passport acceptance facility

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – International travelers can now apply for a new passport through the New Hanover County Register of Deeds.

Appointments, which must be made through this portal, are available from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday a...

New Hanover County Fire Rescue continues monitoring mulch fire off North Kerr Avenue

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County Fire Rescue is continuing to work in conjunction with the North Carolina Forest Service and the property owner to address an ongoing fire in the 2800 block of North Kerr Avenue.

The fire, which sparked ...

Senior Resource Center hosting Health and Resource Fair on May 17

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – In celebration of Older Americans Month, the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center will host more than 40 vendors specifically focused on the health and well-being of adults 55 and over at a Health and Resource Fair ...

Animal awareness, safe practices encouraged following positive rabies test

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As the summer weather warms up and activities move outdoors, residents are reminded to be mindful as they enjoy nature and encouraged not to engage with wildlife, particularly if it looks sick or is acting erratically.

Early this w...

As Public Health Emergency ends, local COVID-19 dashboard will sunset

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The federal Public Health Emergency declaration related to the COVID-19 pandemic is set expire on Thursday, May 11, which will also bring an end to the collection of certain COVID-related data by the Centers for Disease ...

Project Grace Update: New Development Agreement Proposed

[Update: The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the development agreement at its May 15 meeting] 

A new development agreement for the redevelopment of the county-owned block in Downtown Wilmington bounded by Chestnut, Grace, Second and No...

Public Notice of Change of Time for May 11 Agenda Review

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners Agenda Review meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2023 will begin at 3:00 p.m. instead of 4:00 p.m. The location will remain at the New Hanover County Government Center in Confe...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• Airlie Gardens Foundation Board of Directors
• Cape Fe...

Health and Human Services offering vaccines related to international travel

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Individuals interested in being vaccinated prior to international travel can now receive the services they need locally as part of the New Hanover County Health and Human Services International Travel Clinic.

The clinic, ...

Strawfield Drive road closure starting May 1 for stormwater pipe replacement

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Beginning Monday, May 1, 2023, Strawfield Drive between Nettle Circle and Twin Leaf Road will be closed for approximately two weeks as crews from New Hanover County Stormwater Services repair a drainage outfall adjacent t...

Gattison promoted to Director of Port City United

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Rashad Gattison will transition to director of Port City United (PCU) beginning May 2.

Gattison, who was hired as the PCU Connect Supervisor in March 2022, has served as interim director of PCU since February of this year...

New Hanover County holds ribbon cutting for new Government Center

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – After years of hard work and planning, Tuesday was an opportunity for celebration as officials with New Hanover County cut the ribbon on the recently opened Government Center complex.

The new building officially opened to...

Historical marker celebrating local civil rights leader to be unveiled on May 1

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The life and work of Dr. Hubert Eaton, a local civil rights champion and community leader, will be commemorated with the installation of a North Carolina Civil Rights Trail marker in front of the Historic Downtown Courth...

New Hanover County following new COVID-19 vaccine guidelines

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The US Food & Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have authorized changes to the administration of COVID-19 vaccines and boosters to ensure continued public protection from severe illne...

Public Notice of Budget Work Session on April 27

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a Budget Work Session on April 27, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. to discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The meeting will be held at the New Hanover County Government ...

Airlie Gardens announces lineup for summer concerts

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Airlie Gardens is excited to announce its slate of musical performers for the 2023 Summer Concert Series powered by REV Federal Credit Union. The concert season will run select Fridays from June 2 through September 1.

&am...

Scalise appointed to serve as New Hanover County Commissioner

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – On Monday, Dane Scalise was unanimously approved by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners to serve as a County Commissioner through the 2024 election cycle.

Scalise was selected and unanimously recommended by the ...

Public Notice: Agenda Review for April 13 Canceled

Notice is hereby given that the Agenda Review meeting of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. in Conference Room 138 of the New Hanover County Government Center has been canceled.

Public Notice: Health and Human Services Board to meet April 18; Subcommittee meeting to follow

The New Hanover County Health and Human Services Board will be holding its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 8:00 AM in Multipurpose Room 115A of the Health and Human Services building at 1650 Greenfield Street in Wilmington. In-person seatin...

Arboretum earns national recognition from American Public Gardens Association

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The New Hanover County Arboretum and N.C. Cooperative Extension has been honored by the American Public Gardens Association’s Awards Committee with the 2023 Sustainability Award. The award will be presented in ...

Awardees of County’s Nonprofit Capacity Building grants announced

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Twenty-four local nonprofit organizations have been awarded grants through New Hanover County’s newly-established Nonprofit Capacity Building Grant Program.

These grants are part of the county’s commun...

Public Notice: April 3 Board of Commissioners meeting to stream live on YouTube

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The April 3 meeting of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will stream live on the county’s YouTube channel starting at 4 p.m. The meeting is being held at the New Hanover County Historic Courthouse (...

Jessica Loeper named newest Assistant County Manager

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Jessica Loeper has been selected to serve as Assistant County Manager for New Hanover County beginning Tuesday, April 4. Loeper has been the county’s Chief Communications Officer since 2019 and has worked for N...

Workforce Housing Advisory Committee April 5 meeting canceled, rescheduled for April 12

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the Joint New Hanover County/City of Wilmington Workforce Housing Advisory Committee regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. has been canceled.

The Workforce Housin...

Plant an Azalea Week launch event scheduled for April 4

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – To kick off Plant an Azalea Week, New Hanover County Parks & Gardens and The Parks Conservancy of New Hanover County are partnering with The Cape Fear Garden Club, Inc.’s Civic Improvements Committee for an official planting o...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

This notice has been updated as of April 14, 2023 to reflect additional appointment opportunities for the Tourism Development Authority.

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioner...

Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors to meet April 5

The New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors regularly monthly meeting will occur in room 138 of the New Hanover County Government Center at 230 Government Center Drive the first Wednesday of every month on the following dat...

Tree Planting Dedication & Community Gathering in Memory of Commissioner Hays

New Hanover County will host a tree planting dedication and community gathering at Airlie Gardens on Wednesday, April 5 at 1 p.m., to celebrate the life of Commissioner Deb Hays and honor her service to the citizens of New Hanover County.

“This w...

New materials now able to be recycled in New Hanover County, City of Wilmington

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – A new partnership between New Hanover County Recycling and Solid Waste and the Foodservice Packaging Institute will enable county residents to recycle single use paper products often associated with packaging used in the foodservi...

New Government Center Complex opens for business Monday, April 3

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Starting Monday, April 3, individuals needing to conduct business with New Hanover County Government will be able to utilize the newly constructed Government Center complex adjacent to the former facility at 230 Governme...

Public Notice: Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors meeting March 30

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting March 30, 2023 at 2 p.m. in conference room 119 of the New Hanover County Government Center at 230 G...

County mourns sudden passing of Commissioner Deb Hays

New Hanover County is saddened to share that Commissioner Deb Hays passed away suddenly on March 25.

“This is a shock for all of us and is a tremendous loss for this board and all of New Hanover County,” said Board of Commissioners Chai...

Public Notice: New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee to meet Saturday, March 25

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee will meet on Saturday, March 25, at 10 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the non-county agency funding for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The meeting will be held in the Harre...

Revised Public Notice of Budget Work Session

Notice is hereby given that the March 30, 2023 Budget Work Session of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners to discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 will not be streamed live, due to an equipment move. The meeting’s recordi...

Artists invited to apply for 2023 Airlie art exhibit – Turtley Awesome

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Airlie Gardens is looking for artists, or teams of artists, to decorate, paint, and adorn one of ten oversized fiberglass turtles for the gardens’ newest art exhibit, Turtley Awesome.

The artist-designed turtles will be placed thro...

Public Notice: New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee to meet March 23-24

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee will meet on Thursday, March 23, at 9 a.m. and if needed on Friday, March 24, 2023, at 9 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the non-county agency funding for Fiscal Yea...

Surplus property from Government Center for sale to nonprofits then general public

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC - The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution at its meeting on Monday, November 14, 2022, declaring certain personal property at the county’s Government Center offices surplus to the county&rsqu...

COVID-19 vaccine distribution shifting to Health and Human Services Clinic

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Starting Monday, March 20, the Pandemic Operations Team will be moving its COVID-19 vaccine services to the general clinic located in the New Hanover County Health and Human Services building at 1650 Greenfield Street. C...

Public Notice of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a Closed Session Meeting pursuant to NC General Statute 143-318.11(a)(5) to instruct the public body’s staff concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf ...

Smith appointed by Commissioners to serve as New Hanover County Attorney

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Jordan Smith was appointed by the Board of Commissioners during Monday’s meeting to serve as the new Attorney for New Hanover County.

Smith will take over from Wanda Copley, who is retiring after 39 years of ser...

Public Notice of Strategic Planning Work Session

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a Strategic Planning Work Session on March 14, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. to discuss the development of a new five-year strategic plan. The meeting will be held at the New Hanover...

Community input encouraged for Northchase Library planning

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As plans take shape for a New Hanover County Public Library branch in the Northchase area, residents are being asked to provide feedback that will be used to ensure the facility meets community needs.

A survey is now open...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• New Hanover County Commission for Women
• New Hanover ...

Social Services helping connect families with resources as emergency allotments come to end

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) benefits were temporarily increased with additional financial resources, known as emergency allotments, provided to individuals and f...

Public Notice: New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee to meet March 2-3

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee will meet on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at 9 a.m. and if needed, on Friday, March 3, 2023, at 9 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the non-county agency funding for Fisca...

Public Notice of Budget Work Sessions

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold Budget Work Sessions on March 2, 16, and 30, 2023 at 3 p.m. to discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The meetings will be held at the New Hanover County Gov...

Campbell named Health Director for New Hanover County

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Jon Campbell has been selected to serve as Health Director for New Hanover County beginning Tuesday, February, 21.

Campbell, who has filled the role of Interim Health Director since mid-January, came to New Hanover County...

Community encouraged to take survey, share priorities for New Hanover County’s Strategic Plan

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Feedback from the community is now being collected as part of the development process for New Hanover County’s next five-year Strategic Plan.

Through March 6, residents are invited to complete an online survey, ...

Public Notice: New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee to meet February 21-22

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee will meet on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 9 a.m. and if needed, on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 9 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the non-county agency funding...

2023 State of the County Address to be held March 6

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Chair Bill Rivenbark, on behalf of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, will hold the 2023 State of the County address on Monday, March 6 at 4 p.m.

The address will take place at the beginning of the Commissione...

Public Notice: City of Wilmington/New Hanover County Joint Subcommittee to meet on February 20

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County/City of Wilmington Joint Subcommittee (Elected Officials) and Staff Committee on Opioid Settlement Proceeds will meet on Monday, February 20, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. in the City of Wilmington - City Attorney&am...

Public Notice: Board of Commissioners to hold Special Meeting on February 17

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 8:15 a.m. at the New Hanover County Government Center in the Harrell Conference Room,...

Collins appointed to serve as New Hanover County Register of Deeds

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Morghan Collins will serve as New Hanover County’s Register of Deeds until the 2024 election cycle, following unanimous approval by the Board of Commissioners at Monday’s meeting.

Collins was nominated...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

NEW HANOVER COUNTY – To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following: 

• New Hanover County Special Boa...

Public Notice: Board of Commissioners to hold Closed Session on February 2

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC - Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners will hold a closed session meeting pursuant to G.S.143-318.11(a)(5) to instruct the public body’s staff concerning the position to be taken by or ...

Public Notice: New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee to meet February 9

NEW HANOVER COUNTY – Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County Non-County Agency Funding Committee will meet on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at 9 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the non-county agency funding for Fiscal Year 2...

Free tax preparation and filing starts Feb. 1 in New Hanover County

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Beginning February 1, residents can receive free tax preparation and filing by trained, IRS-certified volunteers through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and AARP Tax Aide programs. These programs will be avail...

New Hanover County sees progress, successes at end of five-year strategic plan

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – At Monday’s meeting, the Board of Commissioners received a report out of the county's 2018-2023 Strategic Plan, which has helped to guide the work of the county’s 2,000 employees over the pas...

New Hanover County CDC Community Level Returns to Low

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County is back in the Low CDC COVID Community Level after case rates and healthcare impacts have improved this week. While we are now at a low community level, it’s important to stay prepared for ch...

Public Notice: January 19 Board of Commissioners Agenda Review Canceled

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC - Notice is hereby given that the Agenda Review Meeting of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners scheduled for Thursday January 19, 2023 at 4 p.m. in the Harrell Conference Room of the New Hanover County Government Center ha...

New Hanover County joins partners in dedication ceremony for The Healing Place

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – On Tuesday, officials with New Hanover County, Trillium Health Resources and The Healing Place came together with other community partners to hold a dedication and ribbon cutting for The Healing Place of New Hanover Coun...

Energy bill assistance available for New Hanover County residents

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County Health and Human Services is administering the federally-funded Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) for qualified households through March 31, or until funds are exhausted. The program provides a one-ti...

Port City United hosting Fresh Chance Friday with employment and expungement resources

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – To help area residents in their search for career opportunities and help those who may need record expungements, Port City United will host Fresh Chance Friday on January 27 from 2-5 p.m. at the MLK Center (401 S 8th Street, Wilmi...

Public Notice: Health and Human Services Board to meet January 17; Subcommittee meeting to follow

NEW HANOVER COUNTY – The New Hanover County Health and Human Services Board will be holding their regular meeting on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 8 a.m. in Multipurpose Room 115A of Health and Human Services 1650 Greenfield Street, Wil...

TreeFest set for January 20-21 at Independence Mall

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The 25th annual TreeFest will be held Friday, January 20 and Saturday, January 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., or while supplies last, at Independence Mall inside the JC Penney corridor.

Ho...

New Hanover County CDC Community Level Increases to High

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Following a review of the latest COVID-19 data for New Hanover County, the CDC Community Level has increased to High.?The majority of the state is now at a high community level, indicating COVID-19 is widely circulating.  ...

Public Notice: City of Wilmington/New Hanover County Joint Subcommittee to meet on January 10

Notice is hereby given that the New Hanover County/ City of Wilmington Joint Subcommittee (Elected Officials) and Staff Committee on Opioid Settlement Proceeds will meet on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. in the City of Wilmington - City Attorney’...

Barfield selected to N.C. Institute of Political Leadership Board of Directors

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – New Hanover County Commissioner Jonathan Barfield Jr., has been appointed to serve on the North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership’s Board of Directors for a three-year term. 

Barfield, who was ...

Yearly tree recycling program for New Hanover County residents begins Dec. 26

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – To help New Hanover County residents after the holiday season who do not have residential trash and yard waste pick up from the City of Wilmington, the county’s Recycling and Solid Waste Department is ...

New Hanover County launches modern, customer-friendly website

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Finding information online about the programs, departments and services within New Hanover County Government just got easier.

On Wednesday, the county officially launched its newly redesigned website at NHCgov.com. This mo...

Updated COVID-19 boosters available for everyone 6 months and older at Pandemic Operations Center

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have expanded the eligibility for the updated bivalent COVID-19 vaccine formulas from Pfizer and Moderna to include everyone six months...

Nonprofits encouraged to apply for the county’s Capacity Building Grants, take part in info sessions

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – As part of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners ongoing community building and investment efforts, local nonprofit organizations with a focus on preventing violence and providing wrap-around services can apply f...

New Hanover County seeking applicants for boards and committees

To provide opportunities for citizens to participate in county government, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested citizens to apply for appointment to the following:

• New Hanover County Commission on African American History, He...

New Hanover County Public Health Department awarded reaccreditation designation

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC – Following a rigorous review by the North Carolina Local Health Department Accreditation Board, New Hanover County Health and Human Services’ Public Health Department has been awarded Reaccreditation De...