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Don't miss the first annual "Cougar Pride" golf tournament

Don't miss the first annual "Cougar Pride" golf tournament

Don't miss the first annual "Cougar Pride" golf tournament at Carolina National Golf Club this Saturday, May 18.

This mega-tournament will equally benefit the South Brunswick High School Athletic Booster Club, Band Booster Club, and scholarships given our by the Parent Action Committee.

For more information about the tournament and registration form visit: http://www.brunswick.k12.nc.us/education/school/school.php?sectionid=12

For additional information contact Steffany Gamsby, SBHS women's golf coach at sgamsby@bcswan.net.

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Movie filmed on location brings perks to Wilmington business

Gayleane White, co-owner of Two Fat Ladies, says when the restaurant gets back to business, loyal customers will notice several changes that were done by the film crew.

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Film and TV crews in New Hanover County and surrounding areas have been pretty common for the past couple of years. A lot of filming takes place at Screen Gems Studios, but a lot is also done on location.

Along with the bragging rights of a town or business getting to say Safe Haven or Iron Man 3 shot nearby, crews sometimes leave things better than what they were before filming.

Filming for the movie Tammy, which stars Melissa McCarthy, has wrapped up shooting at the restaurant Two Fat Ladies Over a Simmering Pot on Dawson Street in Wilmington. Workers with Acme Cleaning Service spent part of the day at the restaurant restoring the place to normal Wednesday.

"We normally clean a set before they film and after they film," said Pam McGeehan, owner of Acme Cleaning Service. "We clean up any messes that were made. So people can get ready to bring furniture back in and get back to normal business."

10-foot wave rattles ferry passengers

A 10-foot wave gave passengers on the Fort Fisher/Southport ferry quite a scare Tuesday evening. (Source: Brittany P.Capps)

SOUTHPORT, NC (WECT) – A 10-foot wave gave passengers on the Fort Fisher/Southport ferry quite a scare Tuesday evening.

According to NCDOT Communications Officer Steve Abbott, a container ship passed by the ferry around 6:30 p.m., causing the wave.

The captain of the ferry turned into the wave so it would hit the bow, which is standard operating procedure.

Some passengers suffered minor injuries and six vehicles had minor damage. Abbott said the ferry made its way to Fort Fisher and everyone was able to drive away.

However, some passengers are still shaken up from the experience.  Brittany Capps was riding the ferry with her fiance.  She was scared for her life when the wave hit.

WEATHER: Warm and sunny

Sunny and mild conditions will be the norm for the next couple of days as Bermuda high pressure sets up shop over the western Atlantic.

Expect to see high temperatures today moving into the mid 80s as a more summer like pattern emerges. 

Plenty of Atlantic and Gulf moisture streams into the region on the west side of the high pressure giving us enough moisture to touch off a sea breeze induced shower or thunderstorm each afternoon as we go through the weekend.

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Donate blood soon in Brunswick Co.

Donate blood soon in Brunswick Co.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – You can give the gift of blood soon in Brunswick County -- Brunswick Community College will be hosting a blood drive, according to event organizers.

You can donate Tuesday, June 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The college is located at 150 College Road NE in Supply.

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Forum on business in Brunswick County happening soon

Forum on business in Brunswick County happening soon

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – A public forum will take place soon for Brunswick County businessmen and women are asked to share their opinions on how the county can become a better place to do business, according to an event organizer.

Participants will also share issues and challenges they have faced and offer potential solutions.

South Brunswick Interchurch Council to host annual spring concert

 South Brunswick Interchurch Council to host annual spring concert

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The South Brunswick Interchurch Council will host the 10th annual spring concert this Sunday.

The event is free, but a love offering will be taken and attendees are requested to bring non-perishable food items for the South Brunswick Interchurch Council food pantry.

The concert will take place May 19, 3-5 p.m. at Calabash Presbyterian Church located on Old Georgetown Road.

The event will feature church choirs, church group and area talent. Refreshments will be served.

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