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Southport Cares Provides Update on Funds Raised for Southport Shooting Victims

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Southport Cares, a local non-profit has an update on efforts to support those impacts by the mass shooting event from the end of September. As of Monday, the organization collected $242,237.26 in donations. They’ve sent out $232,595.82 in checks to support 34 families, wounded patrons and impacted employees. Approximately $5,095 has been used to support the activities and needs of the private survivors group. 100% of the d…Southport, North Carolina · Southport See the Story

Election 2025: Meet Southport Mayoral Candidate Rich Alt

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Add Your PhotosSOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — The 2025 municipal election is underway, and Southport voters will soon decide who will serve as the city’s next mayor and alderman. To help voters learn more about where each candidate stands on key local issues, WWAY sent a questionnaire to all Southport alderman and mayoral candidates. The questions cover topics such as growth and development, public safety, housing, and transparency in government. Not ev…Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

American Fish Company reopens a month after Southport mass shooting

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — If you’re looking to grab a good meal or a drink, a place that’s special to the Southport community is finally back open after a terrible mass shooting. The American Fish Company has confirmed with WWAY that the restaurant has reopened its doors for business. The establishment had been closed since three people were killed and six others wounded by a gunman shooting from a boat on the dock on September 27. American Fish …Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Southport unveils festive lineup for WINTERFEST 2025

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SOUHTPORT, NC (WWAY) — The city of Southport released details on the weeklong WINTERFEST 2025 celebration. The event from December 5th to the 13th brings back traditions and introduces new event. People of all ages are invited to share in the magic, music and merriment in Southport. From December 5th through the 13th, the city will hold their fifth annual Storefront Showcase Decorating contest. People can cast their votes and winners will be ann…Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Southport firefighters go pink, donate $10K for breast cancer awareness

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Members of the Southport Fire Department donated $10,000 to the Dosher Memorial Foundation. The donation is in support of the fundraising efforts for the new mammography scanner. The Fire Department annually supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October by donning pink shirts and badges. The department also reminds everyone to schedule their annual breast exams. Fire Chief Charles Drew says early detection is key. “Ear…Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Southport community explores next steps after deadly shooting

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — After the tragic shooting in Southport that left three dead and multiple people injured the community is wondering whether there should be a permanent memorial. Music, raffles and cold drinks at a fundraising event over the weekend at the yacht basin in Southport. Southport resident Ron Rico attended. “I think this is a great event that kind of culminates all the efforts over the last couple of weeks,” Rico said. …Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Letter to the editor: Trump cuts hurt veterans

First published in the Brunswick Beacon, 10.09.25On Sept. 29, a gunman firing from a boat on the ICW in Brunswick County murdered three and wounded eight at a packed waterfront bar in Southport. The next morning, another gunman murdered four and injured eight at a Mormon church in Michigan. Both suspects were 40-year-old Marine veterans who served in Iraq and at NC’s Camp Lejeune.Dr. Harold Kudler, a retired Veterans’ Administration (VA) special…Donald Trump · Southport Read Article

Southport Strong fundraiser brings hundreds together in support

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — On Saturday in Southport the community rallied together for the Southport Strong Community Relief Fundraiser. hundreds of community members came together in the Yacht Basin to help support those affected by last month’s shooting at American Fish Company. At the event, there was live music, raffles, cold drinks and Southport strong t-shirts. All of the proceeds went to Southport Cares, a non-profit that will distribute…Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Bridge on Long Beach Road construction complete

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — A portion of N.C. 133 (Long Beach Road) in Brunswick County will reopen early next week with a newly constructed bridge open to traffic. The NCDOT says that N.C. 133 is expected to reopen Oct. 20, weather permitting. The new bridge over N.C. 211, along with other improvements to N.C. 133, is designed to increase connectivity and help relieve congestion in the growing area. This work is part of the larger, ongoing N.C. 211 …Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Southport mayoral race heats up over alleyway ownership dispute | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - Just weeks before Election Day, a dispute over an alleyway has become a prominent issue in Southport’s mayoral race, with tensions ...Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article