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Although the fire did not destroy the exterior of the structure, the building's interior, including furniture, photographs, and historical documents were all lost in the fire. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Oak Island Masonic Lodge reopens after November fire

Nate Mauldin,

June 9, 2024

The sunflower maze off Blue Clay Rd. is the largest in New Hanover County, and will last for two and a half weeks until another sunflower maze will open, lasting until mid-July. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Trask Family Farms' Sunflower Maze now open

Nate Mauldin,

June 9, 2024

The first ever Funky Flowers Fest was held on Sunday. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

First ever Funky Flowers Fest held at Waterline Brewing

Nate Mauldin,

June 9, 2024

The 2024 Hurricane Expo was held at the Leland Cultural Arts Center on Saturday. (Photo: WWAY)

Leland Cultural Arts Center hosts 2024 Hurricane Expo

WWAY News,

June 9, 2024

A view of Sunset Terrace where a family member said the teens' vehicle lost control and careened into a ditch before flipping several times. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

New details on fatal crash involving four Whiteville High School athletes

Nate Mauldin,

June 8, 2024

Starting next week, a project to replace trees along a portion of one of Wilmington's busiest streets will begin, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

City of Wilmington to remove several trees along Market St., work begins Monday

Emily Andrews,

June 7, 2024

The Historic Wilmington Foundation is undergoing a leadership change, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Historic Wilmington Foundation Executive Director Travis Gilbert resigns, Interim steps in

Emily Andrews,

June 7, 2024

A house in Surf City caught fire overnight leaving one family without a home. The fire broke out at the home in the 11-hundred block of S. Topsail Dr. around 8:30 Wednesday night, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Surf City house fire displaces residents

Emily Andrews,

June 6, 2024

A new exhibit in a Topsail Island museum is shining a spotlight on African American heritage, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Topsail Island museum features exhibit on African American heritage

Emily Andrews,

June 6, 2024

In addition to being instrumental in the tar and turpentine trade along the Black River, the home also served as a backdrop for several films in the 1990s. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Good bones: Historic Pender County home faces uncertain future

Nate Mauldin,

June 5, 2024

Southportweb

Southport Board of Aldermen discuss budget gap, water and sewer merger

Nate Mauldin,

June 5, 2024

President Joe Biden has proclaimed June as Pride Month. It's a time for the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate its diversity and accomplishments, (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY News).

New Hanover County Schools responds after posting then deleting Pride Month Facebook post

Emily Andrews,

June 5, 2024

Thursday marks 80 years since the D-Day Normandy Landings, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

WWII historian shares stories about Wilmington's connection to D-Day, 80 years later

Emily Andrews,

June 5, 2024

Penderweb

Pender County experiencing lengthy delays in family court proceedings

Nate Mauldin,

June 4, 2024

As the weather continues to warm and schools let out for the summer, families across the region will be returning to pools and beaches. Health experts are hoping to help you stay safe this year. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Health expert shares safety tips for returning to the beach or pool

Nate Mauldin,

June 4, 2024

June 13 marks one year since a wildfire tore through nearly 16,000 acres of the Green Swamp Preserve. WWAY took a tour of that land on Tuesday, to see what the Green Swamp looks like now. Vegetation that was once covered in ash, is now showing signs of healthy new growth, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Green Swamp Wildfire: one year following the flames

Emily Andrews,

June 4, 2024

One organization in Brunswick County is finding creative ways to supply students with food outside of the classroom, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Brunswick Family Assistance "Summer Foods Program" returns, supplies students with meals

Emily Andrews,

June 4, 2024

With summer on the horizon, beach towns are preparing for the busy months ahead. Part of those preparations is making sure there is more than enough staffing of first responders, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Carolina Beach talks summer safety measures in a busy beach town

Emily Andrews,

June 3, 2024

The proposal would dissolve the Shiloh-Columbia Volunteer Fire Department. The redistricting resolution comes after the county filed a lawsuit against the volunteer fire department last year. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Pender County Board of Commissioners considers new fire district

Nate Mauldin,

June 3, 2024

The town of Carolina Beach held a celebration for the recently renovated municipal town marina, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Carolina Beach holds christening ceremony for newly renovated marina

Emily Andrews,

June 3, 2024

On Sunday, hundreds attended Pride Fest 2024 at Hi Wire Brewing. The festival is among the first Pride Month events in Wilmington this year. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Hi-Wire Brewing begins Pride Month with 2024 Pride Fest

Nate Mauldin,

June 2, 2024

The Pender County Humane Society hosted it's inaugural Brunch Fundraiser on Sunday. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Pender County Humane Society hosts inaugural Brunch Fundraiser

Nate Mauldin,

June 2, 2024

Participants represent a wide range of industries from handcrafted goods to solar energy. One table in particular hosted three entrepreneurs, all from the same family. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

CFCC Hosts 2nd Annual Small Biz Summit

Nate Mauldin,

June 1, 2024

Volunteers sand wooden boards used to build beds. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Wilmington nonprofit builds beds for children in need

Nate Mauldin,

June 1, 2024