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The festival will close at Cameron Art Museum on Sunday at 2 p.m. with an awards ceremony and a showing of the film “Arts, Beats, and Lyrics." (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

NC Black Film Festival wraps up with closing film and awards ceremony

Nate Mauldin,

May 19, 2024

The film industry invests millions of dollars in North Carolina annually and film projects also help local business owners, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'The Summer I Turned Pretty' filming in Wilmington, local florist featured

Emily Andrews,

May 17, 2024

Why did the turtle cross the road? Well, to get to the other side but traffic sometimes makes that a big task for a little critter, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Helping a turtle safely cross the road

Emily Andrews,

May 17, 2024

James B. Dudley academy in Wilmington opened its doors four years ago. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

James B. Dudley Academy in need of funding to continue instruction

Nate Mauldin,

May 17, 2024

Each year, the festival attracts thousands of people eager to enjoy Greek cuisine and culture. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

36th annual Greek Festival kicks off in Wilmington

Nate Mauldin,

May 17, 2024

New Hanover County Schools received millions of dollars in COVID-19 relief funding but that money is about to dry up and the start of the new fiscal year is approaching, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County Schools budget breakdown: pre-COVID-19 relief funds

Emily Andrews,

May 16, 2024

The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornados touched down in Columbus and Bladen Counties Tuesday night. On Wednesday, WWAY spoke to one man whose property was damaged during the storm, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Whiteville resident recalls events from Tuesday night's tornado

Emily Andrews,

May 15, 2024

It is National Hospital Week and hospitals across the Cape Fear are celebrating staff in special ways, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus Regional Healthcare System honors employees during National Hospital Week

Emily Andrews,

May 15, 2024

New Hanover County School Board leaders are trying to figure out how to cover a multi-million-dollar shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County School Board continues to discuss upcoming fiscal year budget

Emily Andrews,

May 14, 2024

On Tuesday, the company hosted a tour in three North Carolina cities, starting in Wilmington to talk about their expansion plans. (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY)

Convenience store chain Wawa bringing ten locations to the Cape Fear

Emily Andrews,

May 14, 2024

The ice cream shop will debut the 'Sharky's Sandbar,’ a graham cracker infused ice cream with a cinnamon honey ribbon and crushed vanilla cupcake goldfish grahams. (Courtesy: Wilmington Sharks)

Boombalatti's collaborates with the Wilmington Sharks for new ice cream flavor

WWAY News,

May 14, 2024

Olivia Stetler and Zipporah Tunnage's 1898 massacre and coup project. (Courtesy: New Hanover County Schools)

Two Holly Shelter Middle students win state history prize for 1898 coup and massacre project

WWAY News,

May 14, 2024

The second primary will decide the Republican candidates for lieutenant governor and state auditor. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Voters head to the polls for second Republican primary

Nate Mauldin,

May 14, 2024

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Pet Pals: Adult Hound mix looking for forever home

WWAY News,

May 14, 2024

In order to vote, you must have a valid ID. The North Carolina DMV, however, is still experiencing production delays, (Photo: WWAY News).

NCDMV statewide license delay continues, relief is in the near future

Emily Andrews,

May 13, 2024

The owners of a historic home in Wilmington are taking action after learning they're at risk of losing part of their property so the city can install sidewalks, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Continuing coverage: Wilmington historic home takes action in response to proposed sidewalks

Emily Andrews,

May 13, 2024

May is National Foster Care Month, recognizing the important role of foster parents to children in need. (Photo: Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

New Hanover County in need of foster parents

Nate Mauldin,

May 13, 2024

The famers’ market is held every Monday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. next to the Wrightsville Beach Town Hall off Causeway Drive. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market returns for the season

Nate Mauldin,

May 13, 2024

The foundation’s first ever fundraising event will be held at End of Days Distillery at 1815 Castle Street in Wilmington on May 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

A lasting legacy: Kids on Carousels Foundation to host first fundraising event

Nate Mauldin,

May 12, 2024

The 19th century home hosted a Victorian fashion tour where guests were guided through the home as they learn about its extensive collection of archival garments. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Latimer House hosts historical fashion tour

Nate Mauldin,

May 12, 2024

Taking a closer look at one Seahawk leaving the nest. This UNCW graduate said the challenges she faced led her to this very moment. WWAY spoke to her just ahead of her steps across the stage, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

First-generation, international, and COVID-19 graduate says goodbye and gives thanks to UNCW

Emily Andrews,

May 10, 2024

Several universities are celebrating its graduates this week. Friday is the start of UNCW's 75th spring commencement, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

UNCW holds 75th spring commencement Friday and Saturday

Emily Andrews,

May 10, 2024

A Cape Fear area preschool is equipping students with tools to succeed in a second language, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington Bilingual Preschool sets up students for success with a second language

Emily Andrews,

May 9, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper was in the Cape Fear area on Thursday to celebrate teacher appreciation week, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Gov. Cooper visits a New Hanover County school for teacher appreciation week

Emily Andrews,

May 9, 2024