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Wilmington’s First Community Care Cruiser Takes to the Streets

“Keep your eyes peeled for the big, purple bus – it’s like a big, purple hug.”

He Had a 1 to 2% Chance of Survival. But the ICU Team Would Not Give Up.

At 77, Nick Rizos was a local legend in Kernersville. The patriarch of a close-knit Greek family had immigrated to the U.S in his 20s seeking greater opportunities. He opened his first Olympic Family Restaurant in Kernersville in 1979. Rizos cooked, managed the business and loved talking with customers, especially about sports. He was an inspiration to his daughter Zoe, who worked in his diners growing up and now owns two restaurants of her own.

Her Job: Reaching Out to Victims of Community Violence

With foundation support, New Hanover Regional Medical Center takes on new battle.

She ROCKS Supports Local Fund for Gynecologic Cancer

She ROCKS Gynecologic Oncology Patient Fund will support the financial, emotional and medical needs of patients with gynecologic cancer.

Stargell Foundation Advances Dialysis Care

The Willie Stargell Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Foundation in support of continued dialysis care for those battling kidney disease.