Blood Drive and Beach Warning

Good Morning, Leland, Town Creek, Navassa and more! Did the storms last night wake you up?

In today’s LLLLeland:

• Belville Mayor Passes, Window for Filing Extended

• Blood Drive for Sickle Cell Disease

• Swim Advisories for Two Beach Access Points Issued

THE NEWS

Belville Mayor Passes, Window for Filing Extended

The Town of Belville has announced the passing of longtime Mayor Michael Allen, who died overnight at the age of 76. Allen served the town for over 15 years, including seven terms as mayor, and was instrumental in revitalizing downtown Belville and shaping its long-term growth. Town officials expressed gratitude for his dedication and service. Charles Bost has been appointed acting mayor. Funeral arrangements will be announced soon. (WWAY)

Following the death of incumbent Mayor Mike Allen, the Brunswick County Board of Elections has voted to reopen the candidate filing period for the Town of Belville mayoral race. Allen, one of two candidates, passed away before ballots were printed. Per state law, the filing period must reopen for five days. It will run from 8:30 a.m. on July 31 to 5 p.m. on August 6. Interested candidates must submit a Notice of Candidacy and a $15 filing fee. A daily updated list of candidates will be posted during the filing period. (WECT)

Blood Drive for Sickle Cell Disease

A Red Cross Blood Drive focused on supporting individuals with sickle cell anemia will take place on August 8 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. at Independence Mall, in the Aveda Institute Wilmington (Dillard’s Wing). Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, the event accepts walk-ins, but online registration is also available.

Swim Advisories for Two Beach Access Points Issued

Pending swim advisories have been issued for two Brunswick County beaches due to elevated bacteria levels. Affected areas include the public beach access sites at First and Chadbourn Streets in Ocean Isle Beach and SE 58th Street and E. Beach Drive in Oak Island. Initial tests detected enterococci levels of 306 at Ocean Isle and 124 at Oak Island. Enterococci can cause various infections, including UTIs and wound infections. Additional water samples have been collected, and further testing will determine next steps. (WECT)

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

National IPA Day at Brunswick Beer XChange Tomorrow

Brunswick Beer XChange (113 Village Rd, Leland, NC) will celebrate National IPA Day on Friday, August 1. The event features the release of a special IPA brewed in collaboration with Wrightsville Beach Brewery, along with all-day specials on IPA drafts and packaged beer. Carolina Hibachi will make its first appearance at BBX from 5–8 p.m., and live music by Tom Graney will run from 6–9 p.m.

Retro Roots Market Tomorrow

The Retro Roots Market, hosted by Coastal Pop Ups, is set for Friday, August 1 from 5–9 p.m. at Leland Brewing Company (2115 Ale Avenue, Leland, NC). This vintage-inspired event will feature retro home décor, plants, local vendors, live music, coffee, and craft beer. Guests are invited to enjoy a relaxed evening of shopping and good vibes under the summer sky.

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WEATHER

Wednesday

89 🌡️ 76 | ☀️ | 40% | 🌬️ SW 8 mph | Humidity 77%

Thursday

91 🌡️ 72 | ⛅ | 55% | 🌬️ W 6 mph | Humidity 78%

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