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Throwback Thursday: Easter egg hunts, Ukrainian traditions, and beach crowds

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Throwback Thursday: 1989 tourism boom, port protests, and basketball hooky in Wilmington

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Campfireball: Where the audience becomes the performer

As Easter nears, rescue group encourages responsible rabbit adoption

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Donna Gregory’s Extraordinary People: Cape Fear gymnast balances training, school and sacrifice

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Food and drink festival set for next weekend at Riverfront Park

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Throwback Thursday: 1985 ACC championship watch party, Joe Namath on stage, and a Belville dispute

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Island Men Mac & Cheese Festival returns to Carolina Beach this weekend

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Wilmington leaders in DC advocating for housing, infrastructure funding

The 25th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade kicked off on Saturday in downtown Wilmington. Hundreds of people lining the streets dawning their best green attire. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Wilmington’s 25th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Saturday

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Throwback Thursday: 1988 bridge dedication, St. Patrick’s preparations, and Fort Fisher otters

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Documentary screening in Wilmington to highlight perimenopause awareness

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Actress Elaine Hendrix talks upcoming role as 2026 Azalea Festival queen

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Throwback Thursday: 1984 UNCW politics, Azalea queen, and a famous delivery dog

Cape Fear Hooley Returns Under The Bridge This Weekend

Cape Fear Hooley returns under the bridge this weekend

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Junior League of Wilmington to host 72nd annual Bargain Sale

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Donna Gregory’s Extraordinary People: A Mission of Warmth and Dignity in Wilmington

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Happening this Weekend: Carolina Beach Wing Crawl expands to 11 restaurants

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‘Air Angels: Flight Helene’ brings volunteer rescue missions to TV audiences this weekend

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WHAT’S HAPPENING: Valentine’s Day Weekend

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Snow day draws sledders to Ann Street in downtown Wilmington

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Donna Gregory’s Extraordinary People: The historian behind Wilmington’s WWII Heritage City honor

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Pizza Putt returns to Children’s Museum of Wilmington for one-night fundraising event

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Encore makes comeback with new issue, community celebration

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Wilmington-made horror film “The Confession” heads to streaming platforms

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Donna Gregory’s Extraordinary People: Gwen Whitley Reflects on Nearly 18 Years of Service

Santa offers holiday cheer and naughty-or-nice advice on WWAY

Dog In Care

Wilmington dog daycare offers holiday travel tips for pets

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Wilmington Voices to hold two free holiday concerts next week

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Longtime touring artist performs free show at Cape Fear Rescue Mission

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Wilmington Choral Society marks 75 years with anniversary concert

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Barks, Bow Ties & Brews: dog-friendly fundraiser comes to Wilmington this weekend

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Cape Fear Kite Festival takes flight for its 19th year on Pleasure Island

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25th Annual Festival Latino returns to Ogden Park this weekend

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Amuzu Theatre brings holiday magic back to Southport with annual Christmas show

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Wilmington event highlights immigrant stories through film and discussion

Buzz is building ahead of Wilmington’s first Honey Show

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WWAY’s Matt Bennett joins Mustaches for Kids Wilmington to help reach $1M goal

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Children’s Museum of Wilmington launches first Eek! Week Festival

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‘Teacher of the Month’ recognized for building connections beyond the classroom

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Lip Sync for the Cure returns to Wilmington to support children with cancer

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Backyard BBQ Cook-Off brings food, music, and charity to Fort Fisher this weekend

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Wilmington festivals combine food, fun, and fundraising for local kids

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Toys for Tots kicks off early across Cape Fear as volunteers seek gifts for kids in need

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Simpsons writer Bill Oakley hosts unique charity dinner in Carolina Beach this weekend

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Hanover Kennel Club hosting annual AKC Dog Shows in Wilmington this weekend

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London filmmaker’s documentary aims to protect NC’s iconic Venus flytrap

WHAT’S HAPPENING: October 4th and 5th

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Free classical concerts coming to Wilmington and Southport this month

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‘Teacher of the Month’ returns home to make an impact on local students

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