NC Coast Summary

In Wilmington, the Collier Companies have closed on a $6.2 million deal for a 10.23-acre riverfront property. This acquisition will pave the way for a new housing community along River Road, adding 292 residential units to the area.

Meanwhile, American Distillation, Inc., a chemical processing firm in Navassa, has pleaded guilty to discharging pollutants, including tert-Butyl alcohol, into the Cape Fear River, raising environmental concerns in the region.

Additionally, Wilmington city officials have announced a new beautification pilot program, which will replace the current median on Fifth Avenue with community-focused enhancements. In a move to protect natural resources, New Hanover County has agreed to purchase and preserve 28 acres of land, further contributing to environmental conservation efforts along the coast.