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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

In an unexpected move, the New Hanover County Board of Education voted 4-3 to adopt a temporary addition to Policy 7300. (Photo:CBS Newspath)

New Hanover County Schools adopts policy restricting what teachers can display in classrooms

Nate Mauldin,

May 8, 2024

Ana White speaks with a colleague. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

From battling cancer to healing others: Local nurse's inspirational journey

Nate Mauldin,

May 8, 2024

There’s good news for drivers who use the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. The State Department of Transportation said the bridge restoration project is ahead of schedule, (Photo: WWAY News).

City and county leaders respond to the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge nearing completion

Emily Andrews,

May 7, 2024

The owner of an historic home in Wilmington plans to speak to city council, at Tuesday night's meeting, about losing part of his property so the city can install sidewalks, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Conversation continues as home on Wrightsville Avenue fears future sidewalks

Emily Andrews,

May 7, 2024

The study is currently in its beginning stages, and will examine the impact of air traffic noise at ILM to the surrounding area. (Photo:Nate Mauldin)

ILM seeks noise study feedback

Nate Mauldin,

May 6, 2024

A string of car break-ins happened at a Wilmington apartment complex over the weekend, but the break-ins only affected two types of cars. (Photo:Nate Mauldin)

Several vehicles broken into at Avalon Apartments

Nate Mauldin,

May 6, 2024

A Brunswick County truck driver received a national award for his local work. The driver has spent the last 30 years of his career working for NFI Industries in Wilmington, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

81-year-old Brunswick County truck driver receives national award

Emily Andrews,

May 6, 2024

The dogs were trapped until an unknown good samaritan opened the door to release two of the dogs; but with one still left inside, Cook took it a step further. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Oak Island man rescues dog from burning home

Nate Mauldin,

May 5, 2024

Family members grieving the loss of a loved one share their story, and write messages on a red dress, a widely recognized symbol of the movement. (Photo:WWAY)

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Conference hosts survivors panel at UNCW

Nate Mauldin,

May 5, 2024

A house fire broke out at 319 NE 54th St. in Oak Island Saturday afternoon. According to the Oak Island Fire Department, the call came in at 2:09 p.m. (Courtesy: Oak Island Fire Department)

Crews respond to house fire in Oak Island

Nate Mauldin,

May 4, 2024