Posts by Frank Williams
Brunswick County issues State of Emergency, voluntary evacuation; shelters to open
BOLIVIA, N.C. — Brunswick County has declared a State of Emergency, which will take effect at 6 a.m. Friday. In conjunction, Brunswick County has also issued a voluntary evacuation as of 8 a.m. for residents in unincorporated low-lying and flood-prone areas. Shelters will open at 8 a.m. at West Brunswick High School (550 Whiteville Rd.,…
Read MoreBrunswick County Schools CLOSED Friday, October 7
In order for individuals to make appropriate plans in advance of the potential impacts from Hurricane Matthew and in order to allow emergency management officials the ability to open any needed shelters, Brunswick County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Friday, October 7. Essential personnel should communicate with their immediate supervisor for…
Read MoreHurricane Matthew’s Track Shifts East, But Brunswick County Not Out of the Woods Yet
The latest forecast cone for Hurricane Matthew has shifted to the east, and it appears less likely that Brunswick County will see a landfalling hurricane. However, this does not mean we will not be impacted by Matthew, nor can we rule out a direct hit. Citizens should continue to make preparations. As Governor Pat McCrory…
Read MoreBrunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams named Chair of NCACC General Government Steering Committee
Brunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams has been appointed Chairman of the N.C. Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) General Government Steering Committee by NCACC President Fred McClure. The General Government Steering Committee studies issues dealing with the general relationship between counties and the state and federal governments, including reviewing proposed legislative goals. “Actions taken by the…
Read MoreTRAFFIC ALERT: Diverging Diamond Interchange on N.C. 133 Closing This Weekend, Weather Permitting
To stripe and install weather resistant markers for the Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) on N.C. 133, the Department of Transportation will close N.C. 133/Village Road/River Road between the interchange ramps for U.S. 17/74/76 near Belville/Leland this weekend, weather permitting. The closure starts at 5 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1 and is expected to end by…
Read MoreComments on the Compass Pointe Intersection
As you may know, there has been much discussion about potential changes and improvements at the entrance to Compass Pointe on Highway 74/76 in the wake of the tragic accident which claimed the life of Lindsey Benton. For more information, click here for an article that appeared in the Star-News. I have received numerous emails…
Read MoreTRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure with Detour on SR 1430 (Cedar Hill Road) South of Royster Road in the Navassa area
The North Carolina Department of Transportation will close approximately one half mile of SR 1430 (Cedar Hill Road) in both directions immediately South of Royster Road NE beginning Monday, September 19, 2016 at 9:00 am until Thursday, September 14, 2017, weather permitting. A structure is to be constructed over Cartwheel Branch in addition to various…
Read MoreStay Up to Date on Brunswick County Road and Traffic Conditions during Hermine
There are a number of ways you can get updates on road flooding in and near Brunswick County: Facebook: Leland NC Traffic Reports Facebook Group (established by concerned citizens) Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Brunswick County Emergency Services Twitter: Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Brunswick County Emergency Services NCDOT Southern Coast Telephone: 511 Information Line
Read MoreDuke Energy update on Hermine as it tracks toward the Carolinas
As Tropical Storm Hermine nears the Florida coast, Duke Energy is prepared there and planning for potential severe weather impacts in the Carolinas beginning as early as Friday. Duke Energy and its staff of meteorologists are closely monitoring weather conditions, activating their storm center and making preparations with crews and equipment to respond as quickly…
Read MoreBrunswick County Commissioners achieve recognition from NCACC for dedication to professional development
Brunswick County Commissioner J. Martin Cooke, Jr. was recently recognized by the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners for meeting the requirements for the Mentor level in the Local Elected Leaders Academy (LELA), and Commissioners Pat Sykes and Frank Williams were recognized for meeting the requirements for the Master level in LELA. A Master has…
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