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Rabies clinic to be held at several locations in Brunswick Co.

Rabies clinic to be held at several locations in Brunswick Co.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Animal Protective Services in Brunswick County is hosting a rabies clinic this weekend at several locations.

According to officials, the clinic will take place Saturday, April 20. The cost is $6.

Locations and times are as follows:

  • Brunswick Animal Hospital, Supply - 8 am - Noon
  • Brunswick Forest Vet. Hospital, Leland - 8 am - Noon
  • Capeside Animal Hospital, Leland - 8 am – Noon
  • Four Paws Animal Hospital, Southport - 8 am - Noon
  • Leland Veterinarian Hospital, Leland - 8 am – 1 pm
  • Oak Island Animal Hospital, Oak Island - 8 am – Noon
  • Seaside Animal Care – Calabash - 8 am – Noon
  • Animal Shelter, Supply - 9 am – Noon
    (1 yr vaccines only)

For more information contact Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204 or 754-9261.

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Students to interact in upcoming STEM Speaks event

Students to interact in upcoming STEM Speaks event

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Engineers and scientist from local industries will visit with students Thursday in at O’Dell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick County Community College.

Students from all five Brunswick County high schools, BCC and UNCW will be at the event to learn more about the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.

There will be presentations, interactive sessions and lunch at the event, which takes place Thursday, April 18 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

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Electric tram offers fun tours in Southport

Electric tram offers fun tours in Southport

SOUTHPORT, NC (WECT) - The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Southport Fun Tours recently.

Southport Fun Tours is a fun-filled ride through Southport's historic waterfront district aboard a state-of-the art electric tram.

Passengers enjoy panoramic views of the Cape Fear River inlet, learn about Southport's intriguing history and culture, and hear stories of pirates, wars and hurricanes.

See inside the Law Enforcmenet and Detention Centers

See inside the Law Enforcmenet and Detention Centers

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The Brunswick County Sheriff’s office will offer tours of the Law Enforcement Center and Detention Center April 17.

They will also give tours of the Animal Protective Services Facility in Supply.

The tours begin at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at each facility.

For more information contact the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office at 910-253-2777.

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Don't miss the sweet sounds of All-County Honors Chorus

Don't miss the sweet sounds of All-County Honors Chorus

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) - Don't miss the sweet sounds of Brunswick County's Honors Chorus.  This year 300 chorus students from the elementary, middle, and high-school levels will participate and showcase their talents.

The concert will be held at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 16 at Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College.

There is no admission charge; however, those attending are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for local food pantries.

Please come and support our talented student singers!

Rabies clinic to be held at several locations in Brunswick Co.

Rabies clinic to be held at several locations in Brunswick Co.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Pet owners, mark your calendars! Animal Protective Services in Brunswick County is hosting a rabies clinic later this month at several locations.

According to officials, the clinic will take place Saturday, April 20. The cost is $6.

Locations and times are as follows:

  • Brunswick Animal Hospital, Supply - 8 am - Noon
  • Brunswick Forest Vet. Hospital, Leland - 8 am - Noon
  • Capeside Animal Hospital, Leland - 8 am – Noon
  • Four Paws Animal Hospital, Southport - 8 am - Noon
  • Leland Veterinarian Hospital, Leland - 8 am – 1 pm
  • Oak Island Animal Hospital, Oak Island - 8 am – Noon
  • Seaside Animal Care – Calabash - 8 am – Noon
  • Animal Shelter, Supply - 9 am – Noon
    (1 yr vaccines only)

For more information contact Animal Protective Services at 910-754-8204 or 754-9261.

Copyright 2013 WECT. All rights reserved.

Coast Guard Auxiliary to offer boat safety course

Coast Guard Auxiliary to offer boat safety course

SOUTHPORT, NC (WECT) - According to a new release, The Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering a safe Boating Course on Saturday, April 20, May 18, June 22, July 20 and September 14. 

In addition to these classes, a special class for paddle sports will be held on June 1. All classes will be held at the Progress Energy Media Center on River Road in Southport.