Tolls or Not for New Cape Fear Bridge | Wilmington News

The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement is heating up — with two pricey options under consideration, both over a billion dollars, and the big debate isn’t about design, but tolls. Locals are furious that they’d be asked to pay extra just to cross their own communities, especially since they already pay taxes for infrastructure. The DOT needs nearly $800 million more to fund the project, but residents argue this vital link shouldn’t come with a price tag on top of what they’re already paying. Officials say they’re listening and aim to pick a final plan by year’s end — and you still have until October 15th to weigh in. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wect.com/2026/09/16/thats-harmful-residents-oppose-toll-funding-option-cape-fear-memorial-bridge-project/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/216d658dc7523539 Report issues to [email protected].