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Spring forward tonight; daylight saving time starts

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer

Saturday, March 9th, 2013, 1:00pm

Spring forward tonight; daylight saving time starts

SOUTHEASTERN NC (WECT) – Don’t forget that daylight saving time starts this weekend, which means that, sadly, we’ll all lose an hour of sleep.

But on the bright side, we’ll have a little bit more time to enjoy the sunshine every day as summer approaches.

Don’t forget before you go to bed tonight to set all of your clocks, watches, microwaves and ovens ahead one hour. Most smart phones will adjust on their own at 2 a.m. on Sunday, so you don’t have to worry about them.

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Pender Co. offering Christmas tree disposal through Jan. 13

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Thursday, December 29th, 2011, 5:27pm

Pender Co. offering Christmas tree disposal through Jan. 13

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Pender County is offering Christmas tree disposal through Friday, Jan. 13.

Convenience site users wishing to get rid of their trees may do so at the Burgaw, Rocky Point and Hampstead sites, according to Pender County Utilities Administrative Assistant Melinda Knoerzer.

Residents must display a Pender County Solid Waste Sticker to dispose of trees at these sites.

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Pender Co. Housing Dept. accepting bids for building maintenance

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011, 6:29pm

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The Pender County Housing Department is accepting bids for a contractor to provide building maintenance services for the Country Court Apartment Complex in Currie.

According to the county’s website, the contractor will be required to provide on-call emergency maintenance services for residents as well as perform regular maintenance for the project.

The contractor would also reportedly have to commit to being on-site one day per week during normal business hours and must provide his/her own tools and equipment.

To view the job description, click here.

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Fall back tonight, daylight saving time ends

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Saturday, November 5th, 2011, 3:45pm

Fall back tonight, daylight saving time ends

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Daylight saving time ends this weekend, which means we all will have an extra hour of sleep!

Don’t forget before you go to bed tonight to set all of your clocks, watches, microwaves and ovens back one hour. Most smart phones will adjust on their own at 2 a.m. on Sunday, so you don’t have to worry about them.

[Check out this video by Ellen DeGeneres to help people remember the difference between falling back and springing forward.]

As you change your clocks, the local fire departments are reminding folks to also change the batteries in all smoke alarms.

David Hines, with the Wilmington Fire Department, provided the following tips to help ensure your family receives a life-saving warning if a fire starts in your home:

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Four County EMC preparing for power outages

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011, 5:24pm

Four County EMC preparing for power outages

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) — Four County Electric Membership Corporation has crews on standby and ready to restore power in the event Hurricane Irene causes outages.

According to Gay Johnson with the company, personnel are stocking up on supplies and checking equipment. Officials remind residents to never touch a fallen power line.

If outages affect your area and you are a member of Four County, report your outage to 1-888-368-7289.

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Register by 5 p.m. today for free vegetable, herb growing course

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Monday, April 4th, 2011, 12:31pm

Register by 5 p.m. today for free vegetable, herb growing course

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Today is the final day to register for a free class about growing vegetables and herbs.

Participants will reportedly learn the basics of growing vegetables and herbs, with a special emphasis on the challenges and opportunities of gardening near the coast, during a class on Wednesday, April 6 from 10-11:30 a.m. at Poplar Grove Plantation.

Space is limited and registration is required no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, April 4. Call 910-259-1235 to register.

Pender County Extension Horticulture Agent, Charlotte Glen, is expected to cover the following topics:

Which vegetables and herbs you can grow and when to plant them
Growing vegetables and herbs in containers and raised beds
Fertilizers, pest problems and other essential

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Opening day of Poplar Grove Plantation's Farmers Market will be Wednesday

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Monday, April 4th, 2011, 12:22pm

Opening day of Poplar Grove Plantation's Farmers Market will be Wednesday

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Opening day for Poplar Grove's Farmers Market has officially been announced.

From 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6 residents are invited to Poplar Grove Plantation, located at 10200 U.S. Hwy 17, to celebrate with a Wool N' Wood Show in the Cultural Arts Center.

Admission to the festivities is free and will include all local food, plants and crafts. Music is reportedly going to be provided by Cindy Rhodes.

The Cape Fear Rug Hookers, Cape Fear Woodcarvers and Wilmington Area Woodturners are all expected to show off their craftsmanship in displays and live demonstrations during the day.