Ava Brendgord is a Multi-Media Journalist at WECT. With a passion for storytelling and local news, she covers a diverse range of topics including construction and real estate, public security, and arts and entertainment, while also engaging with regional interests and social issues. Ava has been featured in various outlets, including Onward State, KPLC-TV, and WHQR Public Radio.
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Ava Brendgord's coverage focuses on local news, with an emphasis on government announcements and events in the Wilmington area. She has a diverse range of themes covered including government & politics, family & relationships, health & wellbeing, and crime.
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By: Anaiya Cromartie, Ava Brendgord
According to the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office, Mark Thomas Paz and several co-workers at the Walmart in Monkey Junction were trying to stop a man from stealing from the store when that man pulled a gun and shot Paz, killing him.
Today we honor those who have fought for our country's freedom. (WECT) By Ava Brendgord Published: Nov. 11, 2024 at 10:31 PM CET
The system is meant to be less intrusive than traditional metal detectors, as students can walk through without taking off their backpacks.
By: Ava Brendgord
At Liberty Connections takes veterans on a retreat at Willett’s Horse Farm, pairing each person up with a horse.
After hours of ballot reviews, vote counting, and canvassing we have the official results. (wect) By Ava Brendgord Published: Nov. 16, 2024 at 2:14 AM CET
The ballot count in two highly contested races in New Hanover County is not over yet. (wect) By Ava Brendgord Published: Nov. 18, 2024 at 11:32 PM CET
G. Michael Cogdell requested the recount after the results show he is just 22 votes behind Mark Gillespie.
By: Ava Brendgord
Friends and family are remembering Paul Teal as a powerhouse on stage and a force on the screen.
By: Ava Brendgord
After nearly seven hours of counting votes, the New Hanover County Board of Elections said the recount will continue on Thursday.
By: Ava Brendgord
With forever chemical-free gear now out for sale, the WFD is using it for their recruits.
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