Brunswick County's Board of Commissioners received significant news during their recent meeting on April 21, 2025, as Mayor Nancy Cook of Bolivia presented a resolution supporting the placement of a historical marker for National Airlines Flight 2511, which tragically crashed in the area in 1960.

Mayor Cook expressed gratitude to the commissioners for their prior resolution endorsing the historical marker, which has galvanized the Town of Bolivia to take similar action. The town's board of aldermen has officially passed a resolution, now submitted to the North Carolina Historical Marker Program, to recognize the crash site. This event, which resulted in the loss of 34 lives, is noted as one of the first instances of a bomb downing a commercial airline in the United States.

The resolution highlights the historical significance of the crash, which garnered national and international media attention at the time. It acknowledges the contributions of the local community in supporting the families affected by the tragedy and emphasizes the importance of memorializing this event in North Carolina's history.

The formal hearing for the historical marker is scheduled for May 20, 2025, marking a crucial step in honoring the memory of those lost and recognizing the impact of this event on the community. The collaborative efforts between Brunswick County and the Town of Bolivia reflect a commitment to preserving local history and acknowledging significant events that have shaped the region.