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On Thursday night you knew we would catch up with MJ at UNCW's Trask Coliseum. Not, Michael Jordan. Instead, Magic Johnson made a special appearance in Wilmington. That's not all we had on Thursday. Check it out! Full story...

It's not everyday that magic comes to the Port City. After months of anticipation, thousands came out to UNCW's Trask Coliseum Thursday night to hear a basketball legend speak. Full story...

Tickets to hear Magic Johnson speak at UNCW went quickly this morning. But there is still a chance for you to get them. Full story...

A downtown parking space was turned into a park of its own today. Park(ing) Day is an annual event that raises awareness the need for green space in cities. Full story...

A UNCW student is beating the odds one day at a time. Now, thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, paying for his freshman year of college is one less thing to worry about. Full story...

For years, University of North Carolina Wilmington has been a key part of the community in the Port City. Today the university released a new study that puts a 10-figure price tag on just how big its impact is each school year. Full story...

As you saw FIRST ON 3 last night, basketball great Earvin "Magic" Johnson will be the first speaker at UNCW's new Wilma Daniels Distinguished Lecture Promoting Diversity & Tolerance. Full story...

WWAY has learned Basketball Hall of Famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson will be a guest speaker at the University of North Carolina Wilmington this fall. Full story...

Voters won't be able to cast ballots on the UNCW campus during this year's early voting period, despite the urging of some students and faculty, election candidates and voter advocacy groups. Full story...

Week one of the high school football season is complete... Check here for scores from around the state. We've also provided a link to WWAY's 5th Quarter.... Plus there's more from Friday night, including sports news from UNCW ! Full story...

On Tuesday we checked in with the lone NFL player who calls Bladen County home. Desmond Bryant is entering his fourth season in the NFL.... On Tuesday we also previewed the upcoming season for Hoggard Vikings football... Plus more! Full story...

The National Weather Service is clearing the air about yesterday's funnel cloud over Wilmington. UNCW alerted students by issuing a tornado warning, even though one was never issued by the NWS. The storm cell caused a lot of ruckus in Wilmington monday, but with the wild weather there was some confusion. Full story...

The dream season for Wilmington Post 10 ended on Monday afternoon. Scott Sandlin's squad had hopes of being the first Post 10 team to go the American Legion World Series since 1970.... Johnny Pesky died on Monday. WWAY 5th Quarter co-host Trot Nixon was extremely close to the Boston Red Sox legend... Plus more! Full story...

The National Weather Service has confirmed that at least one funnel cloud was spotted near UNCW and Wrightsville Beach. The funnel clouds, though an alarming sight, did not produce any tornadoes. In response, UNCW sent out a tornado warning alert that has students and the National Weather Service wondering if it was warranted. Full story...

On Wednesday night two of the Post 10 baseball players showed off their singing skills for us. They say their "chants" were an integral part of their recent state title.... We also provided an update on the Burgaw Dixie Belles state champion softball team. Unfortunately the local squad didn't get the outcome they were hoping for on Wednesday... Plus more! Full story...