Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInSUPPLY (WECT) - The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is investigating a deadly shooting in Supply deputies responded to the incident on Oakland Street in Supply on Sunday BCSO stated that 26-year-old Tristian Stone Kelly was killed in the incident One other victim is being treated for injuries at a local hospital “The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office extends its condolences to the family of the deceased and asks the public to respect the privacy of those affected,” BCSO said in a Facebook post “There is no suspect at large and there is no danger to the public,” said the sheriff’s office spokesperson and details will be added as they become available Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInBOILING SPRING LAKES (WECT) - Brunswick County Schools (BCS) have announced event cancellations for Saturday BCS shared the following events have been cancelled: (This story has been updated to add new information.) FOR MORE UPDATES ON THE WILDFIRE, GO TO THIS STORY A small woods fire that began around Barclay Road in Boiling Spring Lakes on Friday First responders worked throughout Friday night to battle the blaze high winds Saturday ignited hot spots and the fire escaped containment lines Sunday has provided some relief thanks to rain in the morning and less wind A state of emergency remains in Brunswick County Forest Service works to strengthen containment lines it has also started an investigation on the cause of the wildfire “We’re taking advantage of the rain that came in this morning to really work the dry areas around the fire The dozer crews are steadily churning up the soil and reinforcing single fire lines to multiple lines in hopes of stopping or slowing the spread of the fire,” says Operations Section Chief Jonathan Ambrose in a news release from the N.C On Saturday morning the wildfire grew due to spotting over containment lines the fire remains at 10 percent containment Percent containment represents sections of fire line that pose no escape risk without further action from firefighters No homes have been destroyed as a result of the wildfire Flying drones within a TFR designated area is unlawful Flying a drone near or around a wildfire compromises the safety of pilots and interferes with firefighting efforts The public is reminded to keep drones away from wildfires The American Red Cross shelter at South Brunswick High School has closed American Red Cross’ sheltering team remains on standby in the event an additional shelter is needed due to the wildfire according to a news release from Brunswick County Donations keep coming | 4:40 p.m.Several places have come together to provide food and drink donations to people battling the wildfire at least according to a post from the Brunswick County Government Facebook page Recognizing the generosity of community members all needs are met for our public safety teams based in Boiling Spring Lakes and we cannot accept any more food or drink donations." More than 200 personnel representing several fire departments across at least five counties have been fighting the blaze that started on Friday it has burned around 1,500 acres and is 10 percent contained N.C. Forest Service: Fire 10 percent contained | 1:20 p.m.The N.C Forest Service Incident Management Team assumed command of the wildfire at noon on Sunday as the blaze is at 10 percent containment firefighters continue fighting the wildfire and are closely monitoring the fire perimeter for spot fires the wildfire grew due to spotting over containment lines No homes have been destroyed as a result of this wildfire Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte said early Sunday it was around 1,700 acres A cold front passing through the area overnight and this morning provided scattered showers and roughly six-tenths of accumulated rainfall over the fire area active fire was seen in the tree canopy during the early morning hours smoldering organic soil also has potential to hold fire below the soil surface causing difficulties in extinguishing Flame potential or reburn in pockets of unburned fuel cannot be ruled out firefighter crews continued water handling and dozer operations to create additional fire line and reinforce existing fire line Forest Service aviation fleet supplied water drops on the fire Though fire lines have been placed around the entirety of the fire erratic winds and regionally dry conditions have made containment of the fire difficult A Code Orange air quality alert has been issued for Brunswick County. Information on current air quality data for North Carolina is available at https://www.airnow.gov/ All roads in and around Boiling Spring Lakes remain open Motorists are encouraged to use extreme caution when traveling around the area as smoky conditions persist and may linger for days around the area of the fire Wildland fire engines and large equipment continue to be on roads in the fire area and traveling to and from assignments Use caution while traveling the N.C 87 corridor around Boiling Spring Lakes All mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders have been lifted The emergency shelter located at South Brunswick High School remains open and available for use According to a Facebook post from Brunswick County Schools all activities are schedules as planned for the week of May 5 It will send out its normal Friday night call on Sunday at 5 p.m is already a day off for students on the traditional calendar while Brunswick County Early College will run on a normal schedule Rain has now stopped | 9:50 a.m.While all roads opened and evacuations have been lifted officials are still warning that the fire is active and residents should remain vigilant Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte was back at the incident command center early Sunday morning and he noted that when it comes to the fire's containment level While Sunday morning's rainfall slowed the fire's progression some He noted that while the communications tower near Boiling Spring Lakes was in danger Saturday night located just outside Boiling Spring Lakes' city limits But crews were able to protect homes and businesses with a chicken coop remaining as the only structure lost No injuries had been reported as of Sunday morning Forte said the rain allowed local fire crews a chance to rest for a bit He said firefighters from Sampson and Duplin counties were on scene Sunday to provide some relief for local crews A total of 248 personnel were on the scene Friday and 274 were there Saturday Forest Service was creating a plan of action for Sunday "We'll have to see what happens once things dry out," Forte said The latest: Track the Brunswick wildfire Roads open, evacuation orders lifted | 8:15 a.m.The Brunswick County Sheriff's Office released an update on the wildfire in Boiling Spring Lakes and all evacuation orders have been lifted The announcement noted that it remains "a working fire," and crews are still on the scene "Smoke may still be visible and air quality may be affected in some areas -- please continue to use caution," the update stated It also encouraged residents to stay informed by following the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office mobile app and the county's official social media channels for updates "A sincere thank you to all the firefighters and emergency personnel who have worked around the clock to contain the fire and keep our community safe," the release stated A line of storms has reached Southeastern North Carolina bringing rain and the chance of some relief to battle the wildfire is expected to remain until at least 8 a.m with rain chances hovering at 48 percent or better into early afternoon about 800 acres has burned in the Boiling Spring Lakes area At least one church and a business will not be open Sunday due to the wildfire First Baptist Church in Boiling Spring Lakes said it would cancel services Sunday "While we won't be gathering in our usual place we remain united in spirit," the Facebook post reads "If you are able and feel led to worship tomorrow has shared that they will be having a special time of prayer for our BSL community during their service." The Communities in Schools of Brunswick County thrift shop at 3000 George II Highway in Boiling Spring Lakes will remain closed until further notice The other three county thrift shops will remain open: Southport (1635 N Shallotte (4501 Main St.) and Sunset Beach (1780 Chandlers Lane) The shops are open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m Brunswick County released an update on the wildfire affecting Boiling Spring Lakes and the surrounding areas “The NC Forest Service continues to respond to the incident through the night with area firefighters and estimates an update on the containment by Sunday morning,” the news release stated “There are still no reports of damages to or loss of any residences at this time.” and the status is subject to change based on future conditions “Ground and aerial firefighting crews will remain on the scene until the fire is controlled,” the release said A Code Red Air Quality Alert remains in effect for Brunswick County through midnight Saturday which means that everyone may experience health effect from prolonged exposure Effects may be more serious for older adults The community is advised to limit prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors “Smoky conditions are likely for the next several days for our area,” the release stated It also noted that law enforcement has issued both mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders for areas affected by the wildfire Those with a mandatory or voluntary evacuation order will be notified by law enforcement personnel going door-to-door and via phone and text notifications sent to those in affected areas “Anyone in a voluntary evacuation area should be prepared in the event a mandatory evacuation is issued for your area,” the release said It also urged residents who are not under an evacuation order to keep windows and doors closed and all pets inside due to smoky conditions Evacuees in need of shelter may go to South Brunswick High School 87 remained closed from Danford Road to East Boiling Spring Lakes Road according to Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte who was stationed in the command center in Boiling Spring Lakes said that conditions have been difficult for firefighters due to the fire's behavior "It's going against everything a fire's supposed to do," he said Forte said no homes had been lost and no injuries had been reported but that has been the only structure lost to the blaze He praised the firefighters for their dedication and hard work and the command center's got it down to a science," he said Forte said fire crews had a plan to dig "massive trenches" and force the fire toward a 4,500-acre tract to burn itself out Forte said they were not able to implement that plan because the fire changed direction He noted a blaze flared up near Danford Road and while rain fell in Southport and some areas of the county he said the area where the fire is burning hasn't received any Forte noted the area is projected to receive rain around 4 a.m "But it doesn't look like it's going to be enough to really help us," he said Forte said the American Red Cross shelter at South Brunswick High School housed four people and three dogs The Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department has announced additional evacuations and Drayton roads should evacuate now and follow the instructions of emergency personnel Just before 9 p.m., some light rain fell in the Boiling Spring Lakes area. While it was short lived and certainly far from enough to provide relief from the wildfire, it might be a prelude to forecasted showers by 3-4 a.m. Sunday The Southport Police Department posted a video on its Facebook page on current conditions in Boiling Spring Lakes with the fire near a cell tower off N.C The wildfire has now burned approximately 800 acres in Boiling Spring Lakes according to a Facebook post from the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office Some smoke from the wildfire can be seen as far north as the New Hanover/Pender county line Boiling Spring Lakes Commissioner Justin Lovin said he had recently spoken with Brunswick County Sheriff Brian Chism who is coordinating fire response efforts in the incident command center Lovin said he last heard that the wildfire was heading north toward unincorporated areas of Brunswick County Lovin said the areas of Old Mill Creek Road and Mill Creek Road were under mandatory evacuation orders He added all mandatory evacuation orders for the city of Boiling Spring Lakes remained in effect Living Word Full Gospel Fellowship in Winnabow opened its facility as a shelter shortly after news of a wildfire came out in Boiling Spring Lakes And as the blaze continues Saturday, it is now taking donations of drinks such as Gatorade and Propel and snacks to then take to first responders to help. The church's address is 1029 George II Highway in Winnabow. The Walmart in Leland also has a place for donations, which will then go to Living Word. Rain in forecast by early Sunday | 5:20 p.m.Relief could be on the way to contain and extinguish the wildfire. Moving into Saturday night, the National Weather Service forecasts a 60% chance of precipitation in Boiling Spring Lakes, amounting between half and three quarters of an inch. South wind is expected around nine miles per hour, with the possibility for gusts as high as 17 mph. High winds are forecasted to continue Sunday, with a south wind forecasted between seven to 11 mph during the day, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Precipitation is more likely moving into Sunday, with a 90% chance of rainfall during the day, amounting between a half and three quarters of an inch. Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte is currently at the incident command center in Boiling Spring Lakes. He said the fire has escaped its containment lines and is burning in both the city of Boiling Spring Lakes and unincorporated areas of Brunswick County. Forte said the winds are gusting at 25 miles per hour, which is making it difficult for firefighters battling the blaze. "You start to make a little headway, and then it starts swirling," he said. He said the N.C. Forest Service is leading the firefighting efforts, and they are putting together a plan to dig "massive trenches" around a 4500-acre tract of wooded land to drive the fire into that controlled area and let it burn itself out. "God bless these men and women," Forte said of the first responders. He reported that at this time, no homes have been damaged, and no injuries have been reported. He said five blocks of Boiling Spring Lakes are under mandatory evacuation orders. He noted that on many of those streets, there are only a handful of homes. However, he said voluntary evacuation orders were issued for nearly 200 people living near the blaze. Forte praised the response efforts, noting that crews from New Hanover, Pender, Horry (South Carolina), and Bladen counties were all on the scene. You will also start receiving the Star's free morning newsletter, First Up, soon. Crandall University logo is seen in this undated handout. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO MONCTON - A religious studies professor who in 2023 was fired from a faith-based university for alleged sexual harassment has filed a lawsuit against the New Brunswick institution, claiming wrongful dismissal, defamation and privacy breaches. MONCTON - A religious studies professor who in 2023 was fired from a faith-based university for alleged sexual harassment has filed a lawsuit against the New Brunswick institution, claiming wrongful dismissal, defamation and privacy breaches. In a statement of claim, John G. Stackhouse alleges Crandall University in Moncton conducted a fundamentally flawed investigation that resulted in the public disclosure of allegations that damaged his reputation and that of his wife, Sarah-Jane Britton — a former student at the school. The investigation, conducted by the law firm Pink Larken, started in April 2023 after the university learned of anonymous social media posts accusing an unnamed school employee of inappropriate behaviour in 2020 and 2021. In a summary of his findings, investigator Joel Michaud alleged that Stackhouse’s behaviour in the classroom included making sexist remarks and comments about people’s looks. In Michaud’s opinion, that behaviour constituted sexual harassment and bordered on abuse of authority. As well, a review of dozens of emails found that Stackhouse engaged in “inappropriate banter” with an unnamed female student for seven months. The report quotes a response from Stackhouse acknowledging the emails were “inappropriate, unhealthy and unbecoming of a professor .... It cannot be defended.”  The claim goes on to say Michaud’s report wrongly alleges that like the other unnamed student, Britton was “sexually groomed” by the tenured professor while she was a student. Michaud concluded the emails represented “a classic case of grooming.” “He was in a position of responsibility as a professor and also as an employer of (the student) and, in the view of the investigator, engaged in behaviour that constitutes sexual harassment,” Michaud’s summary says. Stackhouse was placed on paid leave in July 2023. After the investigator presented his findings to the university’s board of governors in November 2023, Stackhouse was dismissed. The liberal arts university, founded in 1949 by the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada, has more than 1,400 students whose education is “firmly rooted in the Christian faith.” Stackhouse’s statement of claim, which includes Britton as a plaintiff, was filed in February 2024. It says the professor “did not engage in any behaviour that constitutes just cause” for dismissal. As well, the document says he was never subjected to disciplinary action. The claim says Michaud’s report wrongly alleges that when Britton was a student at the university, she was “sexually groomed” by the tenured professor. In an affidavit filed last month with the Court of King’s Bench, Stackhouse confirmed that in the fall of 2022, he disclosed to the university that he was in a new relationship with a “former, mature part-time student,” later identified as Britton. At the time, the professor was in the process of getting a divorce from his first wife. The document says Stackhouse and Britton had not started dating when she was enrolled as a student. And it says rumours about their relationship started circulating at the university in January 2023. “Some students even complained to the administration, suggesting I was unfit to teach due to my relationship with a younger woman, although Ms. Britton was a divorced businesswoman and mother of four,” the affidavit says. Stackhouse and Britton were married in the summer of 2023. The professor’s affidavit says no formal complaints were filed against him under the school’s harassment policies. He alleges a faculty colleague was behind the anonymous social media posts that prompted the school’s administration to launch a “media-driven campaign” and investigation “seemingly designed to appease complainants and protect Crandall University’s image.” The affidavit states that shortly after Stackhouse was fired on Nov. 22, 2023, the university posted a statement on its website confirming his termination and sharing a summary of Michaud’s findings, which included personal details and confidential information about an employment matter.  “The publication (of the findings) … exposed Dr. Stackhouse and Britton to contempt, ridicule and hatred and was deliberately calculated to lower (their) reputation in the estimation of right-thinking persons.”  “The malicious, high-handed and arrogant conduct of Crandall University warrants an award of punitive or exemplary damages to ensure that Crandall University is appropriately punished for its conduct.”  Stackhouse has since been unable to find new work as a professor, author, speaker or consultant, his statement of claim says. “The conduct of Crandall University was intended to cause harm to Dr. Stackhouse,” the claim says, adding that, as a professor, he was earning $126,860 annually.  In a statement of defence, the university alleges Stackhouse acknowledged that he needed to change the way he communicated with students in the classroom. The statement says the professor’s demeanour in class created an unwelcoming environment for certain female students. The statement says that in March 2023, the university received complaints about inappropriate comments in the classroom that included comments that were offensive to female students. “Dr. Stackhouse ought to have known that his antics and sense of humour were unwelcome and unappreciated,” the statement says. The statement of defence, filed on March 1, 2024, provides more details about the unnamed student who Stackhouse is accused of sexually grooming. It alleges the professor sent the student 78 emails, many of which included sexual connotations and described sexual fantasies. As well, the statement says that Michaud’s investigation concluded that Crandall, as a Christian university, should be concerned by the fact that one of its professors had started a romantic relationship with someone who had recently been a student and while still legally married to someone else. “Crandall maintains that it had just and sufficient cause to terminate Dr. Stackhouse’s employment, especially given its mission and values as a Christian-based university,” the statement of defence says. As for assertions that Stackhouse and Britton were defamed, the university says it did not post anything on its website that was not true. “Crandall submits that the post (on the website) made by Crandall was necessary and in the public interest,” the statement says. “It was important to share certain aspects of the (Michaud) report to ensure students and former students felt that their concerns were heard … and that Crandall was taking action.” None of the allegations in the documents has been tested in court. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 5, 2025. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account. Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account The bid to revitalize an uptown landmark is gaining ground just months after it was removed from the real estate market says a leasing officer tasked with reducing the vacancies in Brunswick Square Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada Create an account or sign in to keep reading Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience Don't have an account? Create Account associate vice president with Cushman & Wakefield Atlantic only began recently working with Ravelin Properties there’s already been interest expressed from both retail businesses and others to locate in the once-bustling location “We were approached as new members of the Cushman & Wakefield Atlantic team to take on the listing of the retail and office component of Brunswick Square and I was pretty excited about it,” said Turner “I see tons of potential so we talked about what approach we were going to take to re-energize the leasing activity has restructured and rebranded to Ravelin Properties and they have also restructured internally to lower their overhead so they are able to be more aggressive in offering competitive rents and deals and they’re keen to work with tenants.” A clear and concise roundup to start your weekday morning By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc The next issue of Morning Email Telegraph-Journal will soon be in your inbox Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The blog post has served as a “catalyst” to get the message out and spark interest in having businesses consider locating in the uptown centre, said Turner. “We’re trying to remind people how strategically positioned it is, the pedestrian traffic, daily tourists, locals just navigating their way around, workers who work in the nearby office towers and it’s a bit of a captive audience there that we feel is underserved,” she said. Turner added the timing to revitalize Brunswick Square is good with current major developments in the uptown that place the shopping centre in an even more strategic location. She pointed to the development at 99 King St. and the Fundy Quay  development as providing not only a “renewed energy” in the uptown but also more residents who will be calling those developments home in the future, residents who will need places to shop. While it’s still “the early days” of looking for new tenants there have been some successes, Turner said. Dots Event Planning has secured a lease on the pedway level and will soon open a vibrant storefront, including with a children’s entertainment centre featuring arcade-style games, ride-on plush toys, and a birthday party room. “We also have toured some of the office space and we do have a tenant that is very close to signing on the atrium level,” she said. “It’s not official so I can’t disclose who that is, but it should be coming out very soon.” Turner said there are “a lot of vacancies” in the building and she’s hoping to see it return to it’s previous state, which included myriad businesses ranging from clothing, book, music and other retailers. That incarnation of Brunswick Square, she said, met a “perfect storm” of varying factors. Cindy Alcorn, manager of Cricket Cove, a yarn and knitting store that has called Brunswick Square home for about 15 years, said she’s happy to hear there’s now a more concerted effort to bring the shopping centre back to life. She recalled, fondly, how busy the site was years ago and the camaraderie among the many merchants that once operated in the building. “Brunswick Square, I’ve said for years, when we were full, we were like a family,” said Alcorn. “The merchants looked out for one another. The merchants were concerned about what was happening in people’s lives. They were very helpful and it was more than just a job, it was a community.” Like Turner, Alcorn said people need to embrace the uniqueness Brunswick Square offers as it play a major role in Saint John’s pedway system. She pointed to the fact people can travel from the waterfront straight through to the market without ever having to step outside. On days of inclement weather, she said, that’s important. And in the heart of that pedway, she said, is Brunswick Square. “When Brunswick Square was full…. Oh, I’d love to see that again,” she said. “We’ve been through thick and thin. We’ve seen multiple changes. It was just a hub and a busy time here and now…. I want to see it busy again. I’ve said for years I’d love to see an uptown medical clinic here on the third floor. If they wanted to put a grocery store down on the first floor… There’s a lot of things that they could do to make it a going centre again.” transmission or republication strictly prohibited This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account SOUTH BRUNSWICK – After eight years as the superintendent of schools and 34 years in education Scott Feder has announced his retirement from the district effective Sept Feder said he provided the Board of Education with his notice of retirement from New Jersey and the South Brunswick School District on Thursday night "It is time for my next phase of life with my amazing wife and to move closer to our two girls in New England," Feder said Feder said he has worked 34 years in education including 14 in South Brunswick where he worked for six years as a teacher and assistant principal and then after a 20-year break returned as school superintendent eight years ago He formerly served as schools superintendent in Millstone and Rumson More: These are the Central Jersey school superintendent salaries by district, NJ's 10 most paid "The truth is that South Brunswick has meant more to me than only being a place of work was married at B'nai Tikvah (SB adjacent) met lifelong friends and the school community has become a part of my everyday life," his statement says Feder said he will continue working in the district through the summer "It is my plan to perform regular daily operations and preparations for the new school year while simultaneously working with the Board of Education and district staff towards a successful and smooth transition to the next superintendent," he said Feder said it is a bittersweet time because he loves South Brunswick and the families who make it an exceptional place to live and learn "There is still much to be done and I plan to remain thoroughly engaged in the work over the next few months," he said thanking the community for the support he has received over the past eight years "Please know that I wish you the absolute best in all you hope for your children to achieve I will be leaving this district in good hands knowing home much the South Brunswick staff cares about the students and this community," his statement says Feder is the second superintendent of schools in Middlesex County to announced plans to leave the position in recent weeks Last month-Old Bridge Superintendent of Schools David Cittadino announced he is leaving at the end of the school to take the superintendent position in Wayne Suzanne Russell is a breaking news reporter for MyCentralJersey.com covering crime please subscribe or activate your digital account today and total redevelopment of an old business and overgrown lot Market 42 in Brunswick is set to open Friday This is a story we've covered for the last three years RELATED: Brunswick's Market 42, bringing Vegas flair, nears completion The Pearl Road destination in Brunswick is said to have something for everyone The doors of Market 42 will open to customers from across Northeast Ohio While there have admittedly been some delays along the way the owner and vendors say it will be worth the wait Brunswick's Highly Anticipated Market 42 is ready for the masses and is officially entering its era of operation Video game machine area for the kids," Grant Aungst Brunswick Community and Economic Development Director "The buzz has been building for a long time," Pete Cooper Pete Cooper's Goldberry Roasting Company started with humble beginnings at home He was just roasting coffee for himself in his basement for a long time and in 2008 we opened our first shop," Cooper said Market 42 now marks their third coffee shop after success in Cooper's hometown of Ashland and then at Oberlin College but the ecosystem operation with other vendors at Market 42 sealed the deal We can kind of all feed off of each other a little bit," Cooper said Lifelong Brunswick resident Patti Carter says she's been longing for something like this in her community It's where she says she can take her husband and grandchildren to hang out year-round We're going over there to get some muffins in a little bit and the coffee We're just so excited it's here," Carter said Aungst says the walkability and a newly developed community behind the property are the perfect complement and so you have people who are making their living here experiencing the community and raising their families here," Aungst said He's now eager for the economic boost for the long term and is celebrating Kyriazis "Thank you for staying with us the whole three years—and I appreciate the support," Kyriazis said Every vendor booth is occupied at Market 42 A ribbon cutting is planned with city and state officials at 4:30 p.m For the full list of vendors and ways to apply, click here (This story has been updated with the most current information.) What started as a 5-acre woods fire in Boiling Spring Lakes on Friday grew into a wildfire that had burned more than 1,000 acres by Sunday morning and some were forced to evacuate as Brunswick County declared a state of emergency crews battled high winds and dry conditions “Though fire lines have been placed around the entirety of the fire erratic winds and regionally dry conditions have made containment of the fire difficult,” stated a May 4 news release from the N.C The fire resulted in evacuations and road closures.The blaze closed roads and resulted in mandatory evacuations for residents in Boiling Spring Lakes and some unincorporated areas of Brunswick County The American Red Cross opened a shelter for those displaced during the evacuations and several churches offered their spaces as shelters Roads reopened and evacuees were permitted to return to their homes early on May 4 chairman of the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners was at the incident command center in Boiling Spring Lakes on Friday and throughout much of the weekend the only structure lost was a chicken coop He praised the local first responders for their response to the incident and the command center’s got it down to a science,” Forte said Sunday Forest Service is now handling the response.The N.C Forest Service Incident Management Team took command of the fire at noon on Sunday Forest Service firefighters were on the scene with the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office leading the incident command center and Sampson counties all responded to the incident firefighters observed active fire in the tree canopy in the early morning of May 4 smoldering organic soil also has the potential to hold fire below the soil surface causing difficulties in extinguishing,” the N.C Forest Service noted its news release Sunday “Flame potential or reburn in pockets of unburned fuel cannot be ruled out.” Firefighters began gaining some control of the blaze on Sunday "Percent containment represents sections of the fire line that pose no escape risk without further action from firefighters," the release stated Forest Service's Facebook page on the morning of Monday operations section chief trainee David Poole said firefighting efforts on Monday would focus on using heavy equipment to "mop up" existing fire lines to extinguish smoldering pockets of vegetation that may still be capable of spreading fire Poole noted they would also be using fire department resources to maintain structure protection in some areas of the wildfire Firefighters continue to reinforce containment lines utilizing dozer and full track equipment to break through organic soils around thick vegetation Firefighters are utilizing Type 6 engines to spray water on smoldering areas where the fire imprint backs up to homes Structural firefighters are also offering structure protection assistance as needed The current fire is at 10 percent containment and 1,369 acres The acreage is a change from previous reporting due to more accurate mapping of the fire perimeter How's the weather and air quality?A stray storm may move over the area Monday afternoon There is a chance of 20-25 mph southerly gusts midday Monday A cold front moving toward the coast Monday night is forecast to stall over or near the area through at least mid-week Sunday's precipitation moderated fire behavior for the time being The fire continues to creep and smolder in areas that are still holding heat Firefighters remain vigilant in attacking smoldering areas around the fire These areas will increase in fire behavior intensity as the day progresses Smoke may be visible around the vicinity of the fire A Code Orange air quality alert has been issued for Brunswick County through midnight Monday the cause of the fire is under investigation CARTERET — After suffering its first setback of the season in a heartbreaking one-run,10-inning loss at South Brunswick Thursday night the East Brunswick High School softball team reacted nonchalantly on its bus ride home They appeared unfazed and unbothered,” coach Kevin Brady said ‘Should they be angrier?’ But you know what I preach that there’s always another opportunity and they seemed to take that to heart.” Taking the field with a blemish on its record for the time Saturday rallying for two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to edge Spotswood 5-4 at the Carteret Conquers Cancer event at the Carteret Civic Center Eva Munoz’s one-out grounder plated Makenna Gay to improve East Brunswick’s record to 13-1 and make a winner out of Bella Stagliano struck out 10 without walking a batter against one of the GMC’s most dangerous lineups “I know a majority of the girls on (Spotswood) they’re very good and I pay them respect,” Stagliano said “I just need to trust myself and trust my coaches and trust my catcher I think it helps me overcome facing batters and going against good hitters Even when they hit a good ball I just go on to the next play.” More: Softball Player of the Week: J.F. Kennedy’s Lorelei Lorentzen wins honors for Week 4 More: Softball roundup: Daily May results, links for Skyland Conference, GMC, area Union County East Brunswick managed to withstand another assault from Spotswood’ s Gabrielle Hill Hill had a hand in three of the Chargers runs staking them to a 1-0 lead with a solo home run in the third an RBI single to plate Delanie DiStefano in the fifth and giving Spotswood (6-9) a brief lead in the top of the seventh by igniting a two-out rally with a double later scoring on a single to right by Juliana Ziegler But the Bears’ resiliency has been a trademark of its splendid campaign and their ability to respond was a key factor in Saturday’s outcome East Brunswick answered Hill’s solo shot by scoring twice in the bottom of the third and scored on Christina Lee’s first of three singles Spotswood knotted the score in the top of the fifth inning on Hill’s run-scoring single after DiStefano successfully bunted with two strikes but the Bears responded once again as Rachel Gerould stroked a lead-off triple and scored on D’Liah Kercado’s single up the middle there are kids who seek the big at-bat,” said Brady the outs get harder to make when you know it’s closing up the game Getting that third out is a mental and physical challenge that the special ones always get.” Spotswood tied the score in the sixth as Reese Cunningham doubled and scored on a single by freshman pinch-hitter Gabby Sannwaldt Gay then crossed the plate with the winning run on another grounder by Munoz Spotswood received an impressive pitching performance from senior Lily Cunningham who has taken over in the circle for All-Area selection Ava Mormile Mormile is sidelined indefinitely with a foot injury Though these teams are no longer competing in the same division the victory had special meaning for the Bears who had lost six in a row to their nemesis and hadn’t defeated the Chargers since 2021 The Bears (14-1) had a much easier time in its second game of the day striking for seven runs in the first inning against their injury-depleted in-town rival Lee continued her scorching day by going 5-for-5 with two doubles and three RBIs to finish the afternoon with hits in eight consecutive at-bats The freshman improved her record to 4-0 with a three-hitter striking out nine of the first 10 batters she faced and hitting the other She wound up striking out 10 without issuing a walk East Brunswick got contributions from up and down its roster as Emma Turzani doubled twice and Hailey Brenes contributed a double and a triple East Brunswick Magnet (4-10) played the game without its regular battery of pitcher Bella Serronico and catcher Makayla Caban Serronico was struck in the face by a line drive while playing third base in the Tigers’ early game against Carteret while Caban has an injured thumb and was limited to serving as designated player Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions Search autocomplete is currently not responding BOILING SPRING LAKES, N.C. – The American RedCross shelter at South Brunswick High School (280 Cougar Rd American RedCross’ sheltering team remains on standby in the event an ad.. – Brunswick County Chairman Mike Forte has declared a state of emergency effective Friday BOLIVIA, N.C. – Looking for a new job opportunity? Come to the Brunswick County Job Fair on Friday, May 9, 2025 to meet with our team members and learn more about what job openings are available w.. Developments in the case will be added to that page as they become available the North Carolina Court of Appeals issued a decision in the election protest brought by state supreme court candidate Jefferson Griffin The North Carolina State Board of Elections has issued a statement regarding the decision: ?? NC SBE... we are in urgent need of additional polling places to ensure every citizen can easily exercise their right to vote We are reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying suitable locations that meet our specif.. Brunswick County Board of Elections Recognized for Excellence in Election Administration with National Clearinghouse Award One of 32 Programs Honored by the U.S Election Assistance Commission for Innovation Notify Me allows you to subscribe to an unlimited number of email lists. 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Come by the ReadyBrunswick Preparedness Expo on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 to meet with our team members and other local organizations to learn more ab.. – Brunswick County’s Risk Management and Parks and Recreation departments are partnering to offer First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Training in 2025 This new training program is designed to provide residents with the knowledge an.. Notice is hereby given that the Brunswick County Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on May 12 in the Commissioners Chambers of the David R Sandifer Administration Building located at 30 Government Center Drive NE at the Brunswic.. Notice is hereby given that the Brunswick County Planning Board will hold a public hearing on May 12 Sandifer Administration Building located at 30 Government Center Drive at the Brunswick C.. Posted 5.01.2025System Pressure Advisory Rescinded - Broadway St - NavassaBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 4/29/2025 in Navassa Brunswick County Public Utilities water users located at:  Posted 4.25.2025System Pressure Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 4/24/2025 Brunswick County Public Utilities water users located at: Posted 4.23.2025System Pressure Advisory- RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 4/22/2025 Posted 4.24.2025System Pressure Advisory Navassa - RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 4/23/2025 04/16/2025System Pressure Advisory RESCINDED - SouthportBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 04/15/25 Posted 04.16.2025Scheduled Water Outage RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 04/15/25 Posted 04.03.2025Scheduled Water Outage Advisory RESCINDED- NavassaBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 04/2/25 Posted 04.05.2025Scheduled Water Outage Advisory RESCINDED- Navassa  Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 04/04/25 Posted 04.01.2025Scheduled Water Outage Advisory RESCINDED- NavassaBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 03/31/25 Posted 3.27.2025System Pressure Advisory - Shallotte RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 3/26/2025 NOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED WASTEWATER Brunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater from damage to the collection system from construction activities near 6680 New Penny Ln Posted 3.14.2025System Pressure Advisory Rescinded- SouthportBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 3/12/2025 Posted 3.10.2025Brunswick County Public Utilities has received questions from some customers related to the odor of their water Brunswick County is currently working to flush parts of the system to help dissipate any remaining odor issues Brunswick County Public Utilities will be conducting smoke testing of the sanitary sewer collections system in Brunswick Plantation on Wednesday Please be aware that you may see smoke emitting from the groun.. PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED WASTEWATER Brunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater near 320 George II Highway SE in Winnabow The force main leak was reported at approximately.. POSTED 2.27.2025SYSTEM PRESSURE ADVISORY RESCINDEDBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 2/25/2025 Posted 02.27.2025System Pressure Advisory RESCINDEDBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 2/25/2025  are hereby notified that it is .. Posted 2.15.2025Scheduled Water Outage- RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 2/14/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at Royster Rd Posted 02.13.2025Scheduled Water Outage- RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 2/10/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at (1002 to 1017) Lake Shore Dr and 1402 Myrtle Ave.. Posted 2.8.2025System Pressure Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 2/7/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at the address below are hereby notified that it is n.. Posted 2.4.2025System Pressure Advisory - RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 2/3/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at the address below are hereby notified that it is.. Posted 1.29.2025System Pressure Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 1/28/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at the address below are hereby notified that it is.. Posted 1.27.2025System Pressure Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 1/23/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities at West Brunswick High School located at the address below .. PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater near 50 College Road NE in Bolivia The force main leak was reported at approximately 9:0.. PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater near 3872 Bancroft Drive in St The force main leak was discovered at approximatel.. Posted 1.21.2025FREEZE WARNING: 1/21/2025TAKE MEASURES TO PROTECT IRRIGATION AND WATER SYSTEMS This notice is to all water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities Customers are advised to take precautions to protect their household and irrigation wa.. Posted 1.21.2025System Pressure Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 1/20/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities at West Brunswick High School located at the address below .. Posted 1.11.2025System Pressure Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 1/10/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Southport located at the address below are hereby notifi.. Posted 1.6.2025Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 1/4/2025 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Shallotte located at the addresses below are hereby notified that it is no.. Posted 12.13.2024Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 12/11/2024 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Southport located at the addresses below are hereby notified that it i.. Posted 12.6.2024Brunswick County Public Utilities will be conducting smoke testing of the sanitary sewer collections system in The Village of Calabash on Friday Please be aware that you may see smoke emitting from the ground Posted 12.05.24Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 12/04/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located in Leland (H2GO water customers not affected) Posted 11.22.2024On Oct. 26, 2024, the Brunswick County Public Utilities Department began its annual disinfection changeover and flushing program Public Utilities crews have worked to flush water mains and distribute chlorine throu.. Posted 11.16.2024Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 11/15/2024 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Carolina Shores on Lakeview Ct are hereby notified that it is no longe.. Posted 11.8.2024Advisory RescindedBased on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 11/7/2024 the water customers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in the Ocean Isle Beach area along Beach Dr and at the addresses listed be.. and other utilities that purchase water from Brunswick County Public Utilities employees flush the water mains by opening fire hydrants and allowin.. Posted 11.04.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 10/30/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located in the Dutchman Acres Community of Southport at the addresses below are hereby not.. Advisory Rescinded Posted 10.08.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 10/7/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Shallotte located at: Posted 10.07.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 10/3/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Ocean Isle Beach located at:  Posted 10.03.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 10/2/24 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at 201 to 314 River Drive in Southport are hereby notified that it is no longer neces.. Posted 10.02.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 10/1/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Ocean Isle Beach located at Abbington Pl (all addresses) Posted 09.30.2024Brunswick County Public Utilities will be conducting smoke testing of the sanitary sewer collections system in Southport beginning Tuesday Please be aware that you may see smoke emitt.. Posted 09.20.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 9/19/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Southport located on Jericho Rd (all addresses) are hereby notified that it is no longer.. Posted 09.19.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 9/18/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Southport located at the following addresses:  the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in St James located on the following streets:  the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Boiling Spring Lakes located at the following addresses:  Posted 09.11.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 9/9/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Sunset Beach located at: Posted 08.29.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 8/27/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at: Posted 08.29.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 8/22/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located from 4598 through 4718 Main St and 107 through 135 Shallotte Ave in Shallotte are h.. the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities  located at 4812 Posted 08.10.2024PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE- TREATED & PARTIALLY TREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a bypass of both treated (disinfected) and partially treated wastewater at the West Brunswick Regional Water Reclamation Fac.. PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater near 6610 Dunrobin Point Southwest in Ocean Isle Beach The service line leak was discovered at approxi.. PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE- UNTREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater at the Sea Trail Wastewater Treatment Facility located at 1395 Angels Trace SW in Sunset Beach PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE- PARTIALLY TREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of partially treated wastewater (not disinfected) at the West Brunswick Regional Water Reclamation Facility located at 235 Grey Water Road in S.. PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED WASTEWATERBrunswick County Public Utilities had a discharge of untreated wastewater near 573 Ocean Isle Beach Road in Ocean Isle Beach The force main leak was discovered at approximately.. Posted 07.30.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 7/29/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at the Waterway Landing Condominiums in Sunset Beach (1135 Park Road Advisory RescindedPosted 07.26.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 7.25.2024 Brunswick County Public Utilities water users located at 4764 Brunswick County Public Utilities water users located at 5211 Advisory RescindedPosted 05.31.24Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 5/30/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at Highway 87 (George II Hwy) : 48 NOTICE OF WWTP BYPASS- CHLORINATED WASTEWATERPosted 07.19.2024Brunswick County Public Utilities had a bypass of treated chlorinated wastewater at the Shallotte Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) located at 349 Forest Street Extension in S.. Posted 06.24.2024The system has fully resumed normal operation We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this period Based on the findings of the laboratory analys.. Advisory RescindedPosted 06.12.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 6/11/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities in Winnabow located at: Advisory RescindedPosted 06.10.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 6/8/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at 1820 to 2029 Whispering Pines Street in Ocean Isle Beach are he.. Advisory RescindedPosted 06.10.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 6/6/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located in Shallotte at  Advisory RescindedPosted 06.01.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 5/31/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at all addresses on Windsong Dr Advisory RescindedPosted 05.31.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 5/30/2024 the water consumers of Brunswick County Public Utilities located at all addresses Lightwood Ln 414 Advisory RescindedPosted 05.30.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 5/29/2024 Posted 05.28.2024Due to fire hydrant repair work the water consumers of Brunswick County located at 253 to 283 Smith Ave and all addresses on Arnold St and Northside Dr in Shallotte will be out of service on 5/30/2024 from approximately 8:00 am to 2:00 p.. Advisory RescindedPosted 05.10.2024Based on the findings of the laboratory analysis of water samples collected on 5/9/2024 Brunswick County Public Utilities water users located at 101 N Shore Drive and all addresses on 27th Street in Sunset Beach are her.. Brunswick County Government30 Government Center Drive NEBolivia Phone: 800-442-7033Contact Us A Daily News Service of the North Carolina Coastal Federation More Articles More Articles More Articles More Articles More Articles 05/05/2025 by Fire crews from multiple agencies continued Monday to battle a 1,500-acre wildfire in coastal Brunswick County The fire that began Friday afternoon and spread Saturday as it skipped over containment lines in the area of Boiling Spring Lakes had been contained by 10% by Monday morning, according to the North Carolina Forest Service Containment refers to sections of fire line that do not pose a risk of spreading without the need additional firefighting measures Brunswick County and Boiling Spring Lakes have declared states of emergency “We’re taking advantage of the rain that came in this morning to really work the dry areas around the fire,” Forest Service Operations Section Chief Jonathan Ambrose said in a Sunday release “The dozer crews are steadily churning up the soil and reinforcing single fire lines to multiple lines in hopes of stopping or slowing the spread of the fire.” No homes have been destroyed in the wildlife and the American Red Cross shelter set up a local high school had closed The wildfire prompted the call for a temporary flight restriction on aircraft from the ground up to and including 3,000 feet until further notice The North Carolina coast is spectacular! When you purchase a North Carolina Coastal Federation license plate, you help keep our coast healthy and beautiful, and support the nonprofit journalism you’re reading now. Learn more near or around a wildlife is illegal because the unmanned craft interfere with firefighting efforts food and drink donations were no longer needed as of Sunday in Boiling Spring Lakes A burn ban remained in effect Monday for unincorporated areas of the county. Burning within 100 feet of a structure is prohibited in those areas. Residents in municipalities should contact their city or town office to inquire about burn bans in their area Motorists are asked to use caution if traveling the N.C. Highway 87 corridor and other roads in the Boiling Spring Lakes area as fire engines and large equipment remain in the area. Updates of area road closures are available online  A Code Orange air quality alert has been issued for the country through midnight Monday. Air quality updates for the county are available at airnow.gov Closures and shelter information will be provided on Brunswick County’s website as information becomes available The cause of the fire remained under investigation Monday The story was compiled by staff members of Coastal Review Winner of seven North Carolina Press Association awards in 2024. © 2025 North Carolina Coastal Federation. All rights reserved.↑ (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- On Friday, May 16, 2025, the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra presents Our City Come celebrate the rich musical tapestry of our area at this full orchestral concert highlighting local cultures The American experience is reflected in Aaron Copland's iconic “Appalachian Spring.”  “Under the Night Sky in the Philippines Our lively Hispanic scene is the focus of the wildly popular flamboyant composition “Danzón number 2” by Arturo Márquez a pair of hand drums with an amazing range percussive effects highlights the richness of the Asian culture in Eric Watson’s “Dialogue for Tabla and Orchestra.”  An enriching event not to be missed There is a $5 discount for ticket purchaces online.  Online Tickets are $15 Students. $20 Seniors, and $25 Adults.  To purchase tickets, click here Nicholas Music Center is located at 85 George Street in New Brunswick In order to present classical music in a different and exciting way that expands and explodes the conventions of the genre, the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra offers a new vision It’s called "Reframing Classical Music." Our goal is to redefine the "norms" of classical chamber music They begin by programming their concerts around a specific theme or idea The New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra performs music that matters whether it was written in the Middle Ages or sometime next year in the heart of Old Europe or the new conservatories of East Asia Since its founding a over half century ago the group has evolved into a professional ensemble of 16 to 26 musicians that tackles some of the biggest assignments possible for chamber orchestras Its repertoire runs the gamut from Handel’s “Messiah” and Copland’s “Appalachian Spring” to John Adams' "Shaker Loops" or Mohammed Fairouz’ “Named Angels”  Under the direction of their Artistic Director the orchestra’s focus is on balance: presenting the full-spectrum of classical music from timeless masterworks to works by living composers In collaboration with the Composers Guild of New Jersey they anticipate the world premiere of a major new work every year along with a smaller piece by an emerging composer The New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra likes a challenge exciting music that stretches performers and surprises audiences In recent seasons the ensemble has tackled Sebastian Currier’s “Next Atlantis” for string orchestra and the recorded sounds of post-Katrina New Orleans Arvo Pärt’s haunting “Fratres” and Astor Piazzola’s rollicking new classic “Four Seasons of Buenos Aires” Pieces that are vital and relevant that connect with our audience The orchestra is a mobile ensemble as comfortable at a local church as in the historic State Theatre or the intimate Crossroads stage.  Throughout the year, or principle players from into chamber groups to perform breakout recitals at Rutgers’ Zimmerli Art Museum The Tavern at East Jersey Old Towne Village and other alternative spaces in New Brunswick  The orchestra calls this initiative “Reframing Classical Music” because it seeks a deeper connection to the visual and plastic arts And the NBCO has had thrilling collaborations in recent seasons with nearby dance troupes and choral groups A burn ban is in effect on Saturday for unincorporated areas of Brunswick County as authorities on the coast continue battling a massive wildfire at Boiling Spring Lake all burning within 100 feet of any structure is prohibited within unincorporated areas The town of Leeland also issued a burn ban within town limits The Brunswick County Sheriff's Office said nearly 800 acres have burned and the North Carolina Forest Service lists the fire as is 0% contained and we are grateful for the dedication of every agency involved," said the sheriff's office on Facebook which started on Friday in the area of West Boiling Spring Road and Sunset Road in Brunswick County has grown exponentially in the last 24 hours In an update Friday night Brunswick County officials said the fire was as big as 200 acres and was considered “100% contained," but dry air and brisk winds helped rekindle the fire One family said they were forced to evacuated Friday night and their hopes of returning Saturday were dashed as the fire picked back up "We were really hoping to get home tonight it might make sense to continue to have a slumber party over at some family's house," said Nick and Rocky Losasso Brunswick County and Boiling Spring Lakes both declared a state of emergency due to the fire and the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office said evacuations are in place for some areas Authorities are investigating how the fire started A shooting in Brunswick County has left one dead and another with injuries The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a death and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to seriously injure incident that occurred late Sunday night is being treated for injuries at a local hospital according to a news release from the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office there is no suspect at large and no danger to the public This is an active and ongoing investigation STAY CONNECTED: Keep up with the area’s latest Brunswick County news by signing up  for the Brunswick Today newsletter and following us on Facebook and Instagram Savanna Tenenoff covers Brunswick County for the StarNews. Reach her at stenenoff@gannett.com As newer commercial businesses come into Brunswick County existing strip malls with vacancies are trying to compete Several new strip malls have been built in Brunswick County over the past five years existing strip malls are fighting to stay relevant Both beach and some inland towns in Brunswick have a variety of shopping centers and small strip malls scattered throughout Wilson Glasgow is a leasing agent for Aston Properties out of Charlotte which has a few storefronts ready to be leased in the Shallotte Crossing Shopping Center Some strip malls have "anchor tenants," Glasgow explained Anchor tenants are big-box grocery or retail stores that bring a lot of foot traffic Belk and Home Depot are the two big anchor stores for Shallotte Crossing Shopping Center Stuart Davidson is a leasing agent through Mark Properties for both Twin Creek Plaza in Shallotte and Live Oak Village near Southport LoopNet.com states Twin Creek Plaza was built in 1984 Simple maintenance and routine work to keep the facilities intact and functional is important "Everything doesn't have to be a 2017 shopping center Just because it's an older center doesn't mean it looks old or is run down," he added More on retail development: The latest on Biscuitville, Walmart, Dollar Tree and other Brunswick projects there are some commercial spaces that have been empty for years Lowes Foods and CVS used to be the main anchors of Live Oak Village a new Lowes Foods was built across the street in 2020 as an anchor to a larger shopping center CVS also relocated to its own building in the same area A few years after Lowes Foods left Live Oak Village Owners will sometimes cold call local businesses and local brokers to see if business owners are interested in relocating or opening a new storefront When it comes to having a lot of vacancies both Glasgow and Davidson said it is up to the property owners to continue seeking tenants or sell the entire property New shopping centers are being built all over the county Leland currently has seven major grocery stores Aldi and a Walmart Supercenter are all located along U.S The town also has a Piggly Wiggly and two Food Lion locations Site plans for the Savannah Branch Town Center shopping center headed by Branch Properties and Columbia Properties include a new Publix grocery store along U.S would be roughly 17 acres and have 10 storefronts and two outparcels The website indicates plans for a Grand Nails salon and an EmergeOrtho clinic A Publix and a Walmart are being built in Carolina Shores along U.S Both grocery store chain plans include additional commercial space and large parking lots Shopping centers and grocery stores in St. James and Boiling Spring Lakes are also in the early phases of discussion and planning More development news: More than 100 restaurants and bars opened in the Wilmington area in 2024. See the list. Over 100 acres of commercial space in Boiling Spring Lakes is up for grabs along N.C 87 while less than 15 acres of commercial property in St 211 is being proposed for commercial development James is looking at a development called Harbor & Canal which would feature a grocery store and other retail space The approximate 14-acre commercial area is expected to be built between the town hall complex and Generations Church alongside N.C Nine commercial outparcels are outlined in the conceptual master plan The outparcels range from 1.35 acres to 2.25 acres and line N.C A popular anchor in a strip mall could cause higher lease prices compared to shopping centers that do not have a "big anchor," Glasgow said 1,600 square feet could cost $25 a square foot This price would be the yearly cost to rent the space out The Marketplace at Waterford in Leland also has several 1,800-square-foot vacant spaces leasing for $32 per square foot per year where the newer Lowes Food near Southport is located prices outparcel lots at $1,005,882.35 an acre As Brunswick County continues to see rapid residential growth people can expect to see more commercial development as well "The population growth certainly correlates with more retail development and commercial development as a whole," Glasgow said The month of May has already brought whales and more transportation fees to Brunswick County residents Good morning and happy May Brunswick County residents Brunswick County reporter Savanna Tenenoff here to give you the latest news on your favorite growing county as the push for slower You read that first paragraph correct. A whale surprised some local students off the Brunswick County coast last week. Read more about the once-in-a-lifetime experience Let's start kick off the recap with roundabouts. Did you know there are over 15 roundabouts in Leland After a recent move from Southport to Leland and sometimes sitting at a roundabout for five minutes I have come to the realization that they can cause anger Speaking of roundabouts, a miniature golf proposal has been pulled after going three rounds with one Brunswick beach town. Read why the applicant withdrew let's get into the latest growth in Brunswick Here we grow againLike other Brunswick towns on the water, the small fishing village of Varnamtown has felt growing pains of rapid development. The town recently decided to add paid parking to help ease the pain. Here's more details on when the paid parking starts and where Medical care and accessibility have been large concerns for residents and appointments are having to be made months in advance Novant Health is building a new medical facility in Leland. Take a look at the recent groundbreaking celebration For frequent ferry riders, keep an eye on rates as the Fort Fisher-Southport ferry fee could be going up. Gareth's got the scoop a new round of municipal and county meetings and next fiscal year budgets are being discussed Many Brunswick County residents know Howie Franklin the man who runs the Cape Fear Regional Jetport Let’s get socialFor more news about what’s happening in Brunswick County, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BrunswickToday Want your friends to be in the know? Forward this newsletter to them A wildfire in Brunswick County that started on Friday forced law enforcement officials to close roads and issue mandatory evacuations due to heavy smoke and fire danger SundayWhile a wildfire in Boiling Spring Lakes forced law enforcement officials to close some roads Much-needed rain helped firefighters battling the blaze but the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office noted the incident remains a working fire the Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department directed motorists to use East Boiling Spring Lakes Road to access Pine Lake Drive Queens can be utilized to access Nassau and Crystal (Roads) to get to Drayton toward Spring Lake," the post stated in Wilmington say interviews and deliveries only The store looks to reopen at the location in June Signs on the doors to the former Big Lots at 6832 Market St The Big Lots store on 6832 Market Street in Wilmington at Ogden Plaza seen here just before it closed A store closing banner on the Big Lots location in Southport on Thursday Big Lots at Long Leaf Mall at 4310 Shipyard Blvd NC (WWAY) — An application has been submitted for a highway historical marker to remember the lives lost in a 1960 plane crash in Brunswick County killing 29 passengers and five crew members Linda Bufano lost both of her parents in the crash and has been working to ensure the event is not forgotten The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources received an application for the marker and it’s set to be discussed at their meeting on May 20th Video Central|Live Stream (This story has been updated to reflect the most current information.) FOR THE LATEST ON THE WILDFIRE, GO TO THIS STORY FOR UPDATES A wildfire in Brunswick County that began with five acres on Friday a forest fire broke out in Boiling Spring Lakes between West Boiling Springs and Barclay roads It led to a state of emergency declaration for Brunswick County Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte is currently at the incident command center in Boiling Spring Lakes He said the fire has escaped its containment lines and is burning in both the city of Boiling Spring Lakes and unincorporated areas of Brunswick County Forte said the winds are gusting at 25 miles per hour which is making it difficult for firefighters battling the blaze Forest Service is leading the firefighting efforts and they are putting together a plan to dig "massive trenches" around a 4500-acre tract of wooded land to drive the fire into that controlled area and let it burn itself out "God bless these men and women," Forte said of the first responders He said five blocks of Boiling Spring Lakes are under mandatory evacuation orders he said voluntary evacuation orders were issued for nearly 200 people living near the blaze the wildfire in Boiling Spring Lakes has grown to 650 acres Firefighters are continuing to battle the blaze The Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department announced that Pine Lake and Drayton roads are closed to westbound traffic and those evacuating should head eastbound to Funston Road Josh Stein said he is "closely monitoring" the wildfire and reiterated a state of emergency is in place in the city "Please make sure to turn on emergency alerts and listen for evacuation orders," the post stated the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office reported ongoing dangerous conditions in Boiling Spring Lakes in a Facebook post The Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department provided updated directives in a Facebook post Saturday afternoon alerting of several mandatory evacuations including Barclay Road Bordeaux and all areas north of Drayton and Robin an updated post from the department alerts residents that Pine Lake and Drayton are closed for westbound traffic and that residents should evacuate eastbound to Funston Those in need of shelter are directed to South Brunswick High School Effective at 5 p.m., Brunswick County has issued a burn ban for all unincorporated areas due to dangerous conditions and impacts from the Boiling Spring Lakes wildfire. The county has advised additional updates will be provided through its webpage. 87 shut down again | 9 a.m.Not long after reopening N.C a portion of the highway has been shut down again according to the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office The section closed is between Danford and East Boiling Spring roads the wildfire is 100 percent contained but not out Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte said a wildfire in Boiling Spring Lakes remained an active incident multiple departments and law enforcement agencies remained on the scene through the night to control the blaze and protect nearby homes and businesses Brunswick County Commissioner Mike Forte said the fire was 100 percent contained He explained crews had equipment and firefighters staged around the blaze to keep it from spreading But he noted the wind was continuing to create issue with smaller fires popping up around the perimeter Forte said they were "making progress," and he did report that N.C and they were able to open another road -- North Lake -- which has been detoured since Hurricane Florence An air quality alert has been issued for much of the area due to the blaze the North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources has issued a code red air quality action day for fine particulates and the agency has issued a code orange air quality action day for New Hanover County For more information about these alerts and air quality, visit www.ncair.org/airaware/forecast The latest: Track wildfires in NC and across the country the wildfire is estimated to be 150-200 acres and is considered 100% contained and this status is subject to change based on future conditions There are no reports of damages to or loss of any residences as of Friday night Firefighting crews will remain on the scene throughout Friday night and into Saturday until the fire is controlled The mandatory evacuation has been lifted for most areas except for the following roads Residents are urged to remain alert and follow local law enforcement for any updates or changes to mandatory evacuation areas BordeauxPine Lake Black HawkHuntersBarclayBluebirdGaragePine Lake Road will be accessible with controlled access to allow traffic to return to residences no longer under a mandatory evacuation Residents returning home should keep windows and doors closed and all pets inside Conditions will remain smoky in the area for the next few days Individuals who need a place to shelter due to a mandatory evacuation or who are affected by the fire can visit the shelter at South Brunswick High School According to the Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department's Facebook page Greenmoss and Drayton roads have been asked to evacuate and follow the instructions of emergency personnel Brunswick County has declared a state of emergency and the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office are assisting the N.C and the City of Boiling Spring Lakes in response to the fire," the release stated and Horry (South Carolina) counties were also on scene providing aid The news release from Brunswick County advised community members to check the websites for both Brunswick County and the city of Boiling Spring Lakes for updates and encouraged residents to sign up for emergency alerts from Brunswick County at brunswickcountync.gov/email Brunswick County Schools also announced some cancellations due to the fire Both the Brunswick County Middle School Robotics Competition at Town Creek Middle School and the Bolivia Elementary School book fair More people evacuated as wildfire grows | 6 p.m.Boiling Spring Lakes Mayor Jeff Winecoff declared a state of emergency in the city due to the wildfire They included residents along Pine Lake Road and Bordeaux Lane Brunswick County announced it has opened a shelter for residents who have been issued a mandatory evacuation order or are affected by the fire The shelter is at South Brunswick High School the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office announced in a Facebook post that N.C and traffic is being diverted down Danford Road from U.S Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use caution Firefighters battle wind and dry conditions | 2 p.m.Boiling Spring Lakes Mayor Jeff Winecoff at 2 p.m said the fire is about 15% contained with no reported deaths or injuries the North Carolina Forest Service website stated the fire stretched 10 acres noting high winds are making fire containment challenging the North Carolina Forest Service's wildfire public viewer noted the fire had grown encompassing 108 acres and was at 0% containment Trenches have been made to protect residential structures emergency medical services and the North Carolina Forest Service are on site "Everybody's on site working their tails off trying to keep this maintained," the mayor said One nonresidential structure caught fire but has been put out First Baptist Church of Boiling Spring Lakes has opened its doors for evacuees Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInWILMINGTON (WECT) - According to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office all roads are back open and all evacuation orders have been lifted due to the fire in Boiling Spring Lakes The American Red Cross was helping people who were forced to leave their homes fire officials say the fire is only 10% contained but no longer poses a threat to neighbors The North Carolina Forest Service Incident Management Team will continue to monitor the fire The 10-acre wildfire broke out earlier today by West Boiling Springs Road and Barclay Road Boiling Spring Lakes town officials told WHQR that at least ten different emergency management departments are on the scene Boiling Spring Lakes town officials told WHQR firefighters from Brunswick Pender and New Hanover counties as well as the North Carolina Forest Service had the blaze partly contained the fire is threatening nearby neighborhoods prompting evacuations to First Baptist Church near the BSL fire station Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Rescue stated that as of 3 p.m. The department stated that several firefighters were treated on scene for smoke and heat related illness There have been no injuries or deaths reported This is a developing story. Visit the Boiling Spring Lakes town website for updates the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office announced that Highway 87 would be shut down through Boiling Spring Lakes Traffic is now being diverted down Danford Road from Highway 17 BCSO is asking motorists to avoid the area and use caution A routine bottlenose dolphin survey turned into a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Brunswick Community College students Bethany Berry and Vannessa Herold the dean of arts and sciences at Brunswick Community College documented a rare and unexpected sighting of a humpback whale at the mouth of the Cape Fear River near Bald Head Island during a recent 2025 Saturday field trip “There was so much life in the area — baitfish dozens of dolphins — and then we saw it,” said Jones “A humpback whale surfaced just beyond Jaybird Shoal.”  The students was participating in a collaborative research course with the University of North Carolina Wilmington ― HON-191: Research & Discovery part of the Community College Undergraduate Research Experience a Brunswick Community College-UNCW partnership The sighting marks the first humpback whale that Jones has recorded in the Cape Fear River since April 2021 A follow-up trip of the recent 2025 trip confirmed the whale had remained in the area and was accompanied by a large pod of bottlenose dolphins and a dense school of menhaden Sailing: What a Pender couple saw navigating a 6,300-mile boat cruise full of adventures Stay informed: Accessing local journalism is even easier with the StarNews app The surveys are part of a larger Community Collaborative Research Grant project titled “Bottlenose Dolphin Distribution, Abundance and Health along the Brunswick County Coast/Cape Fear River Region.” The North Carolina Sea Grant sponsors the research, which gives students firsthand experience in marine science while contributing to vital regional data collection.  Cheryl M. Whitaker covers community news for the StarNews. Reach her at cheryl.whitaker@starnewsonline.com. the North Carolina Forest Service said the fire was over 650 acres state lawmakers might finally green-light a new rail trail This thing could be a game-changer for both fun and your wallet and Androscoggin rivers with a sweet stretch of trail that’s perfect for biking or just breaking in your new Brooks sneakers lawmakers on the transportation committee gave a big ol’ thumbs-up The ball’s now in the court of the full state Legislature and the fate of this trail is literally hanging by a thread To swap out the old Lower Road railroad tracks tracks that haven’t been used since the '80s the rail’s still got some life left in it for the future The newspaper is reporting that advocates of this project have been trying to get this moving since 2008 and now thanks to recent action in the Legislature the Merrymeeting Trail is closer to reality than ever But don’t break out the champagne, errr Allen's, just yet because there’s still a major fundraising uphill battle ahead. And, of course, not everyone’s on board. The Kennebec Journal says some folks think passing this bill could block trains from coming back to the area and killing the economic boost they bring and there’s still a wild card with all this they could totally derail (pun intended) the whole trail plan So are we really that much closer to a much longer 'Kennebec River Rail Trail' Most people would agree that 'yes' though there are still some decent-sized hurdles that need clearing Gallery Credit: Jordan Verge Gallery Credit: Lori Voornas After nearly 20 years of talking about it, state lawmakers might finally green-light a new rail trail.\nRead More But don’t break out the champagne, errr Allen's, just yet because there’s still a major fundraising uphill battle ahead. And, of course, not everyone’s on board. The Kennebec Journal says some folks think passing this bill could block trains from coming back to the area and killing the economic boost they bring This small Brunswick fishing town on the Lockwood Folly River has followed suit with other Brunswick beach towns by resorting to paid parking More on Varnamtown: Former Brunswick town mayor, and one of the state's longest serving, has died "Varnamtown’s boat ramp was originally built for our small fishing community to provide access for our fishermen that make their living on the water," said town clerk Sandi Parrish She noted the town only has one ramp and dock that was constructed for smaller vessels traffic revolving around Varnamtown's boat ramp increased because of the free parking Parrish said complaints from citizens and business owners pushed the town to find a solution "With larger boats and a growing number of boaters using our ramp it has led to problems with constant damages to the floating dock and the ramp," Parrish said "It has also led to problems with traffic backing up down the road blocking the local fish houses and several roads and driveways." On April 17, the town of Varnamtown announced on Facebook that it will implement paid parking starting May 5 and ending Oct The town will be using SurfCAST by OTTO Connect for its paid parking services Only boat ramp use parking will be pay to park Daily parking passes for truck and trailers will be $40 and cars will be $20 "The parking lot at the corner of Fisherman Road and Old River Road will be designated for Varnamtown property owners only," the town's Facebook post states The parking lot across the road from 32 Fisherman Road will be a visitor paid parking lot the announcement states cars hauling trailers can only turn around in town parking lots not business parking lots nor private driveways Where does the money go?Income collected from paid parking will be used to help with maintenance on the parking lots and boat ramp Property owners are allowed one free permit per season for each parcel they own The parking lot located at the corner of Fisherman Road and Old River Road is designated for Varnamtown residents EAST BRUNSWICK – Township police are investigating a pedestrian crash that left a 63-year-old South River man dead Wednesday morning to Route 18 northbound near Arthur Street where the pedestrian was critically injured and pronounced dead at the scene The driver of the vehicle was uninjured and remained at the scene of the crash Patrolman David Methner of the East Brunswick Police Department's Traffic Safety Section is conducting the crash investigation The cause of the crash remains under investigation and no further information is being released at this time Anyone who may have witnessed or has information is asked to contact the East Brunswick Police Department Traffic Safety Section at 732-390-6969. Anonymous tips can be provided by calling the Confidential Tip Line at (732) 4EB-TIPS or emailing tips@ebpd.net Susan Loyer covers Middlesex County and more for MyCentralJersey.com please subscribe or activate your digital account today (WECT) - According to Megan Kascsak with Brunswick County the fire is 100% contained as of Friday night Brunswick County says the first is estimated to be 150-200 acres While the fire is considered to be contained Fire crews will remain on scene throughout the night and tomorrow Previous Coverage: Crews are responding to a fire in Boiling Spring Lakes according to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Rescue says the fire began on W Crews arrived at a scene of heavy fire and wind Mutual aid was immediately requested along with the NC Forest Service 87 is shut down through Boiling Spring Lakes Traffic is now being diverted down Danford Road from U.S Drivers are advised to avoid the area and use caution the City of Boiling Spring Lakes shared that Mayor Jef Winecoff has declared a State of Emergency for the city Pine Lake Road and Bordeaux Road are under a mandatory evacuation Other areas around the city are under a voluntary evacuation The Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department announced that residents in the areas of Nassau South Brunswick County High School will be open as a shelter for those who have to evacuate The address to the high school is 280 Cougar Rd Domestic animals must be in a crate or kennel in the shelter The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office will provide crates for those who need it Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Rescue says several firefighters have been treated for smoke/heat-related illness the Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department told our crew on the scene that the fire was mostly contained but then wind sparked it back up and shifted it back towards the highway BSL Fire Rescue reports that outbuildings were claimed by the fire The City of Boiling Spring Lakes posted on Facebook that the area of W & Barclay Rd is also impacted by the fire Cape Fear Regional Jetport said in a statement to WECT that low-flying aircrafts are being utilized to put out the fire The Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department says to refrain from flying drones in the area BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Forest Service reports that the Sunset Road Fire in Boiling Spring Lakes has burned approximately 1,500 acres and is currently 10% contained the wildfire grew Saturday morning due to spotting over containment lines closely monitoring the fire perimeter for additional spot fires Forest Service Incident Management Team has assumed command of the Sunset Road Fire.The agency reports that wildland fire engines and large equipment continue to operate on roads in and around the fire zone Motorists are asked to use caution when traveling along the NC Highway 87 corridor near Boiling Spring Lakes No homes have been reported destroyed as a result of the wildfire A cold front moved through the area overnight producing scattered showers and approximately six-tenths of an inch of rainfall over the fire zone the Forest Service reported active fire in the tree canopy during early morning hours smoldering organic soil may continue to hold fire below the surface The potential for flame resurgence or reburn in unburned fuel pockets remains firefighter crews focused on water handling and dozer operations to construct and reinforce fire lines Forest Service aviation fleet conducted water drops over the fire Although fire lines now surround the full perimeter of the fire the Forest Service says erratic winds and dry regional conditions have made containment difficult The current 10% containment reflects fire lines where no further firefighter action is needed to hold the fire A Code Orange air quality alert is in effect for Brunswick County through midnight Sunday. Current air quality conditions for North Carolina can be found at AirNow.gov all roads in and around Boiling Spring Lakes have been reopened though officials caution that smoky conditions may persist for several days The emergency shelter at South Brunswick High School remains open.All mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders have been lifted For additional updates on closures and shelter status, residents can visit the Brunswick County website at brunswickcountync.gov After fully containing the wildfire late Friday night county authorities are now saying the blaze has broken containment lines The North Carolina Forest Service says the blaze has now grown to 650 acres BCSO has ordered evacuations for Pine Lake Cherry and Bordeaux as well as all areas north of Drayton and Robin A mandatory evacuation order is still in place for Black Hawk The American Red Cross has set up a shelter at South Brunswick High School Brunswick County has issued a burn ban for unincorporated areas of Brunswick County beginning at 5 p.m All burning within 100 feet of any structure in these areas is prohibited County officials say the burn ban will be lifted once conditions improve Brunswick County has also issued a state of emergency Authorities are also asking news outlets and the general public not to use drones in the area; according to the North Carolina Forest Service drone incursions forced the grounding of firefighting aircraft for 45 minutes as the fire continued to spread on Friday This is a developing story. For updates, including important information on shelters and evacuations, visit the Brunswick County website or the BCSO Facebook page NC (WWAY) — Boiling Spring Lakes Police Department is wanting more people to evacuate due to the wildfire in Boiling Spring Lakes Officials say residents in the area of Nassau Follow the instruction of emergency personnel Anyone who lives North or East of Nassau Road in Boiling Spring Lakes and is evacuating must use East Boiling spring lake to Funston Road The American Red Cross has opened the South Brunswick High School Auxiliary Gym as a shelter due to the Boiling Spring Lakes fire Any domestic animals must be in a kennel or crate (kennels will be available from the sheriff’s department) Brunswick County Chairman Mike Forte has declared a state of emergency effective Friday due to the wildfire that currently exists in the Boiling Spring Lakes community and surrounding environs