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Troubled teen? The WPD wants you to get back the control

Submitted by Lindsay Curtin, Reporter
Thursday, June 13th, 2013, 8:42am

WILMINGTON,NC (WECT) - An out of control teenager can be a nightmare for a family, especially when parents do not know their rights and their children's rights. So, the Wilmington Police Department is inviting parents, guardians, youth leaders and educators to their free 'Family and Juvenile Intervention Seminar.'

"You do have rights to discipline your children-- there are resources you can use when your child is out of control. By out of control, meaning, you have a child that doesn't listen-- that's rebellious--that doesn't believe you can put them on restriction," said Linda Rawley with the Wilmington Police Department.

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Happy Mother's Day from WECT!

Submitted by Iisha Scott, Weather Anchor/ Web Producer
Sunday, May 12th, 2013, 7:00am
Happy Mother's Day from WECT!
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New breed of neighborhood pet store coming to Wilmington

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 8:50am
New breed of neighborhood pet store coming to Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - A man who has lived in the Wilmington area for more than 20 years is opening a small business that caters to pet needs.

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington opens May 11, offering full-service grooming, and a wide selection of pet foods and supplies.

Erskine Smith is the franchise owner of the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Wilmington store. He is also the proud parent of Rigby, a Jack Russell Terrier, and two rescued cats.

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Learn more about water sports and wildlife

Submitted by Debra Worley, Digital Content Director
Thursday, April 11th, 2013, 2:21pm
Learn more about water sports and wildlife

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Learn more about wildlife at Smith Creek Park this weekend during a free family event hosted by New Hanover County Parks and Gardens.

Environmental educators will take participants on a walking trip around the park from 8-9:30 a.m. to discover the many bird species that inhabit the freshwater lake and surrounding area.

There will be a kayak demonstration afterwards from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Paricipants will be given the opportunity to try out a variety of non-motorized water craft including kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards.

This event will take place Saturday, April 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Smith Creek Park on Shenandoah Street in Wilmington.

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Walk to defeat ALS

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning
Thursday, April 11th, 2013, 10:29am
Walk to defeat ALS

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Dozens of teams are getting ready for the 2013 Walk to Defeat ALS.

This year's event is taking place on Saturday April 20. Regsistration is at 9 a.m., with opening ceremonies at 9:45 a.m. The walk starts at 10 a.m. at UNCW's Greene Track & Field.

Finding a cure for this disease is a personal mission for my family. My brother Keith was diagnosed 4 years ago. ALS has robbed him of so many things. He can no longer move his arms or legs and barely moves one hand. Keith has recently started having trouble talking and just breathing is now difficult. it's like he is trapped inside his body, his mind is completely intact.

If you would like to help find a cure you can organize a walk team, walk with my family's team The Mad Chefs or you can make a donation, just click here.

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Benefit concert to honor Kimberly Batchelor

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013, 10:53am
Benefit concert to honor Kimberly Batchelor

PENDER COUNTY (WECT)- Sloop Point Fire and Rescue is once again reaching out to the community to honor Kimberly Batchelor and help raise money for her final expenses.

Kimberly died on March 7, 2013 from a rare form of cancer.

A concert that was planned before she died will still take place.

The concert is Thursday April 4, 2013 at Scotts Hill Baptist Church. Tickets are $10. Doors open at 5:00pm.

The Hoppers Southern Gospel Family Group and  Wilmington Celebration Choir will perform.

For more stories on Kimberly Batchelor click here.

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Search for four legged family member

Submitted by Kim Kopka Ratcliff, News Anchor, Carolina in the Morning
Monday, April 1st, 2013, 12:32pm
Search for four legged family member

ROCKY POINT,NC (WECT)- A woman in Rocky Point is doing everything she can to find her missing dog "Homer."

Homer was last seen in the Shaw Highway/Highway 210 area of Rocky Point.

"There have been numerous sightings in the area and two trail cam photos taken of him since he went missing 1/1/13. He was wearing a black collar, with ID and rabies tags, and he is microchipped," said Susan Walsh, Homer's owner.

There is also a reward! Please call 910-233-7407 if you can help find Homer.

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