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Northampton Celebrates 53 New U.S. Citizens on 4th of July

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Northampton Celebrates 53 New U.S. Citizens on 4th of July

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NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) - Dozens of new U.S. citizens were naturalized Friday in a ceremony in Northampton. Celebrate National Barbecued Spareribs Day at these local spots 22News had the opportunity to speak with a few of our country's newest citizens on this symbolic day. What better day to become a U.S. Citizen than on the 4th of July, the birthday of the United States of America. The Center of New Americans held its 17th annual July 4…See the Story

Thousands attend North Carolina Fourth of July Festival Parade in Southport

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Thousands attend North Carolina Fourth of July Festival Parade in Southport

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Thousands of people packed the streets of Southport on Friday for the North Carolina Fourth of July Festival. The festival is one of the oldest patriotic festivals in the country, celebrating Independence Day with a full week of events. The annual parade on Friday brought out families, community groups and patriotic pride. “We lived here for 53 years, coming for 53 years, all of our family here with us, it’s a family affai…Read Article

'THANK THE LORD:' Southport man saves beloved dog from jaws of alligator

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'THANK THE LORD:' Southport man saves beloved dog from jaws of alligator

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It's no secret many would do anything to protect their pets. For one man, that meant fighting off an alligator.Read Article

Southport releases July 4th traffic and parade plans

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — The City of Southport is urging residents and visitors to plan ahead for road closures, detours and traffic pattern changes tied to the NC 4th of July festival. As thousands are expected to visit for the parade and fireworks, the Southport Police Department has announced a series of traffic control measures to keep vehicles moving and the streets safe. Post-Fireworks Traffic Plan Following the fireworks show on Friday, Nor…Parade · Southport Read Article

Southport kicks off 40th Annual Fourth of July Festivities

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — The City of Southport kicked off its 40th annual Fourth of July celebration this weekend, beginning with the longtime favorite Firefighter Freedom Competition and a traveling 9/11 exhibit. Fire departments from across Brunswick County — including Southport, Bolivia, and St. James — competed in five team challenges Saturday as part of the Firefighter Freedom Competition and Apparatus Expo, which has been a staple of the cit…Southport, North Carolina · Southport See the Story

History with 'Hud': How the Southport weather tower helped save lives during storms

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SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — It’s been more than five years since an important piece of Southport’s history was sent tumbling to the ground by an early morning thunderstorm. On February 7, 2020, the waterfront weather tower was destroyed by strong winds (a nearby unofficial measurement of nearly 85 mph was observed), after standing in the same spot on the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn since 1901 – before the city even had a hospital. It was one of many …Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Dawkins homers as Loggerheads beat Hooligans 14-11

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SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WWAY) — The Loggerheads picked up their second straight win against the same opponent after defeating the Laurinburg Highland Hooligans 14-11 on Tuesday. Up 1-0 in the 1st, A.J. Seymour grounded to center to send Rocco Tenuta home to double Oak Island’s lead. When the score was 2-1 in the 2nd, Justin Dawkins smashed a two-run homer over the wall in right field. In the following frame, Patrick Boldt added an RBI single. Cat…Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Controversial Southport development clears key hurdle

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Southport’s Board of Aldermen unanimously approved rezoning for part of the 1,000-home Waterway Community project, backed by East West Partners and Bald Head Island Limited. The development, previously called Project Indigo, has faced public resistance but now moves forward in one of the nation’s fastest-growing counties.Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Proposed archery zone open for public comment

An archer takes aim. Photo: Trista Talton The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public input on the proposed establishment of an archery zone within a new addition to the Green Swamp Game Land. Public comments will be accepted during a meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay St. In archery zones on game lands, hunters are limited to using archery equipment and falconry. The arc…Archery · Southport Read Article

Loggerheads crush Shallywags 19-4 in seven innings

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SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WWAY) — After splitting their first two meetings this season, the Loggerheads beat the Shallywags 19-4 in seven innings on Sunday. In the 4th, Banks Hartman hit a 2 RBI double to left to give Oak Island a 4-1 lead. That was followed by a Sean Rabe knock to add what would end up being the game winning run. The Loggerheads have won four of their last five games. Their next meeting with the Shallywags will be on July 2 in Shallotte…Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

Southport’s Fourth of July fireworks show on track despite tariff concerns

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BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — City officials said their vendor, Munnerlyn Pyrotechnics, agreed to honor a price quote issued shortly after last year’s event. That means the city will not see increased costs from tariffs recently imposed on imported fireworks. The city said the show will be extended by two minutes this year to honor Charlie Perry for his longtime support of the North Carolina Fourth of July Festival. Although this year’s show is …Southport, North Carolina · Southport Read Article

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