Pollen and PFAS

Good Monday Morning, Leland, Winnabow, Belville and more! The last full week of March is here!

In today’s LLLLeland:

• Break Out the Allergy Meds!

• More Discussion About What’s In the Water

• Missing Leland Woman

THE NEWS

Allergy Season Is Upon Us!

Pollen has arrived to the Cape Fear region. A local doctor recommends taking your allergy medication before the pollen arrives. Read the whole story on WECT’s website.

Human Rights Organization

An international advocacy group, EarthRights, has joined local residents in Brunswick County to push for improved access to clean water for African American and low-income communities. Residents, particularly those in unincorporated areas like Navassa, Winnabow, and Supply, have long been reliant on unsafe well water for daily needs, often having to choose between buying bottled water or medication. Despite repeated requests to the county over the past two decades, many have not received access to municipal water lines. EarthRights, in partnership with the Brunswick County NAACP, has urged the county to prioritize these water extensions, especially given recent federal budget cuts that have reduced funding opportunities. The county’s classification as a relatively prosperous Tier 3 area limits its eligibility for state grants, further complicating efforts to address the issue.

Despite the county’s active involvement in 19 ongoing water and wastewater-related projects, local advocates and residents argue that the county has sufficient resources to address the water crisis without relying solely on grants. The county’s water fund, which generates significant revenue from development, could potentially be used to fund water infrastructure projects. However, critics contend that the county has been mismanaging funds, pointing to the increasing cost of water installation fees that many residents cannot afford. Local leaders like former commissioner Charles Warren and advocacy groups like Clean Cape Fear argue that Brunswick’s wealth and the growing water crisis in marginalized communities demand a more immediate and comprehensive response from local officials.

Read more at Port City Daily.

Missing Leland Woman

Angela Patrick was reported missing on Friday. She is 59 years old, 5 feet - 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 175 pounds. She has shoulder length brown hair and hazel eyes.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Leland Business Alliance Meeting at Leland Brewing Company on Tuesday

Come out for an exclusive meet and greet at the Leland Brewing taproom, where you can connect with fellow professionals and grow your network! Hosted by the Leland Business Alliance, this event promises a night filled with great beer and even better conversation. It starts at 5:30pm and goes until 7:30pm. Leland Brewing Company is located at 2115 Ale Avenue, Leland.

Trivia Fun

Tonight at the Gio Fund Event Center, starting at 6:30pm will be “Name That Tune” with Kim trivia. Bar opens at 5pm. The Gio Fund Event Center is located at 117 Village Road, Unit E, Leland.

Local’s Tavern is hosting trivia night with Sherri starting at 6:30pm. Local’s Tavern is located at 1107 New Point Blvd, Leland.

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

WEATHER

Monday

73 🌡️ 53 | 🌧️ | 40% | 🌬️ SW 18 mph

Tuesday

73 🌡️ 53 | ☀️ | 0% | 🌬️ WNW 13 mph

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