Brunswick County is witnessing remarkable growth, with its population surging 24% from 2020 to 2024.

 

To meet rising healthcare demands, Novant Health is launching extensive plans to expand medical access throughout the area.

 

A proposed Novant Health Leland Medical Center near Compass Pointe on U.S. 74/76 will bring a 20-bed hospital, featuring a round-the-clock emergency department, advanced imaging, observation beds, and multiple procedure rooms.

 

Further south, a freestanding emergency department is set for Carolina Shores along U.S. 17, aiming to reduce emergency response times across the county’s wide geography.

 

Bolivia’s Brunswick Medical Center will soon boast an expanded MRI facility and a new cardiac catheterization lab, allowing locals access to specialized cardiac care close to home.

 

Meanwhile, a new surgical center in Leland is under construction, doubling Brunswick County’s surgical capacity as rapid growth continues.

Brunswick County is bracing for a severe winter storm this weekend, with forecasts calling for freezing rain and dangerously low temperatures.

 

The National Weather Service expects light rain Friday, shifting to a wintry mix on Saturday, especially for inland communities.

 

Along the coast, residents should prepare for prolonged cold rain through Sunday.

 

County officials have moved to Level 3 – Enhanced Monitoring, coordinating with local partners to safeguard the public.

 

Warming shelters are open, with Brunswick Christian Recovery Centers helping men and women (910.287.4357), and Brunswick Partnership for Housing assisting families, seniors, and those with health challenges (910.946.1499).

 

Animal Protective Services is offering crates, bedding, and straw to help pet owners keep animals safe; call 910.754.8204 by Friday, Jan. 23.

 

Residents are urged to stay updated, check fire safety devices, protect water pipes, and promptly report outages for everyone’s safety.