Accreditation, Awards, and Awareness

Good Morning, Leland, Town Creek, Navassa and more! Happy Hump Day!

In today’s LLLLeland:

• Leland Police Department Seeks Accreditation

• Brunswick County to Consider Four New Developments

• More than $8k in Grants Awarded by Brunswick County Community Foundation

• Missing Teen Found Safe

THE NEWS

Leland Police Department Seeks Accreditation

The Leland Police Department will participate in an on-site assessment by the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) program on August 6, 2025, as part of its effort to achieve official accreditation. This process is designed to verify that the department meets established professional standards for law enforcement agencies.

The NCLEA assessment will evaluate key operational areas such as policies and procedures, administration, training, support services, safety practices, facilities management, and recordkeeping. Meeting these standards is essential to providing high-quality, accountable public safety services.

Agency staff and members of the public are encouraged to submit comments regarding the department’s compliance with NCLEA standards. All feedback must be submitted by August 5, 2025, and will be reviewed by the assessment team.

To learn more about NCLEA standards, visit the North Carolina Department of Justice website and search under Law Enforcement Training. (Town of Leland Website)

How to Submit Comments:

• Email: Send to [email protected] with "Leland Police" in the subject line

• Mail:

  North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA)
  ATTN: NCLEA Program Manager
  PO Drawer 149
  Raleigh, NC 27602

Brunswick County to Consider Four New Developments

The Brunswick County Planning Board is reviewing proposals that could add approximately 2,200 single-family homes across unincorporated parts of the county, reflecting continued rapid growth in North Carolina’s fastest-growing county.

Development Breakdown:

Hooper Road (Near Northwest/Leland):

Largest proposal with 1,676 homes on 594 acres, revised from a previous plan of 1,722 units. Concerns remain about traffic congestion and limited emergency access. Projected to generate 14,500 daily vehicle trips. Open and recreational space has been expanded, and a phased build-out is planned.

Folly Hills (Near Bolivia):

A 204-home development on 146 acres with low-density zoning. The plan includes significant buffers, stormwater infrastructure, and over 94 acres of open space. Expected to add nearly 2,000 daily trips. Road improvements and driveway connections are included in the proposal.

Sailors Haven (Near Sunset Beach):

Proposed 299-home development on 117 acres. While the zoning allows for higher density, the plan seeks just 2.5 units per acre. It includes 36.7 acres of open space, stormwater systems, and road improvements. Drainage concerns have been raised due to the site’s location in Carolina Bay.

Oxpen Oaks (Near Holden Beach/Shallotte):

The smallest project, proposing 15 homes on 6.67 acres. The plan exceeds open space requirements and includes buffers and protections for nearby wetlands. No traffic impact study is required due to its small size.

If approved, these developments could significantly expand housing capacity in Brunswick County, though some projects have raised concerns about infrastructure, traffic, and emergency access. The planning board will make final decisions unless any proposals are appealed to the county commissioners. (Port City Daily)

More than $8k in Grants Awarded by Brunswick County Community Foundation

The Brunswick County Community Foundation (BCCF) has awarded $8,660 in grants to nine local organizations supporting the community. The funds, sourced from BCCF’s community grantmaking fund and the U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament Fund, aim to drive positive change through local philanthropy.

Grant recipients include:

• Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity – $1,000 for Highland Hills

• Brunswick County Literacy Council – $1,000 for a financial wellness program

• Brunswick Family Assistance Agency – $1,000 for operating support

• The Carousel Center – $1,000 for child-abuse victim services

• Diaper Bank of NC – $1,000 for low-income family support

• Going Beyond the Pink – $1,000 for breast cancer patient care bags

• Prevent Blindness NC – $660 for vision screening in Brunswick County

• South Brunswick Interchurch Council – $1,000 for food assistance

• Suds of Love Truck – $1,000 for general operations

BCCF’s board of advisors annually awards grants to nonprofits, schools, churches, and local governments to strengthen the community. (WWAY)

Missing Teen Found Safe

According to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Department, missing teen Lexica Blankenship has been located and is safe.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Music Bingo at Local’s Tavern

Every Wednesday at Local’s Tavern Sherri so Very hosts music trivia starting at 630pm. They are located at 1107 New Pointe Blvd. (The strip in front of the Leland Wal-Mart).

Tater Pop at Brunswick Beer XChange

Join Tater Pop at BBX tonight at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm as they play their funky tunes! BBX is located at 113 Village Road in Leland.

Wilmington Bombers Australian Rules Football Club Practice Tonight

Interested in learning about Australian Rules Football? They practice Wednesday nights at Robert Strange Park in Wilmington (401 8th Street) from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Follow them on Facebook!

Do you have an event? Reach out to us! [email protected]

WEATHER

Wednesday

87 🌡️ 77 | ☁️ | 35% | 🌬️ SSW 11 mph | Humidity 79%

Thursday

87 🌡️ 77 | ⛈️ | 45% | 🌬️ SW 13 mph | Humidity 70%

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