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Wilmington nonprofit Coastal Brining Up Down Syndrome (BUDS) a held a celebration at Highwater Brewing on Saturday in anticipation of World Down Syndrome Day. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Coastal BUDS hosts celebration ahead of World Down Syndrome Day

Nate Mauldin,

March 9, 2024

A baby boy, likely days old, was surrendered to a firefighter and certified emergency medical technician at the Ogden Volunteer Fire Station, (Photo: Pixabay).

Baby surrendered to New Hanover County Firefighter: A look into NC's Safe Surrender Law

Emily Andrews,

March 8, 2024

It was a night like any other for three grace street businesses. But shortly before eight last night, the front facade of the building that houses Tacobaby, Rumcow, and Kat 5 Kava collapsed unexpectedly. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

What's next after Grace Street building facade collapses

Nate Mauldin,

March 8, 2024

An event at the Country Club of Landfall in New Hanover County featured a celebrity chef. It helped celebrate three area organizations, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Culinary event brings Chef Bobby Flay to the Cape Fear

Emily Andrews,

March 8, 2024

A lawsuit filed against Cape Fear Community college has been dismissed. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Lawsuit against CFCC dropped in court: Plaintiff and former student responds

Nate Mauldin,

March 8, 2024

The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office is getting creative with ways to interact with even the youngest of community members, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

New Hanover County Sheriff's Office hosts "Popcorn in the Park" event

Emily Andrews,

March 7, 2024

There’s a Cape Fear connection to Haiti. The Executive Director of the non-profit organization Haiti Awake just returned to Wilmington from Haiti, (Photo: Courtesy of Haiti Awake).

Cape Fear connection to Haiti speaks out about her recent encounter

Emily Andrews,

March 7, 2024

Pender County experienced a lengthy delay in releasing their election results on Tuesday. The county blames malfunctioning computers and printers for the delay. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Pender County Board of Elections issues statement on results delay

Nate Mauldin,

March 6, 2024

A New Hanover County program is assisting area community members in lightening the load for the price of produce, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Fresh produce giveaway takes places at New Hanover County Senior Resource Center

Emily Andrews,

March 6, 2024

There are plenty of restaurants in the Port City known for great food. But RX Chicken and Oysters, at the corner of Castle and 5th streets, takes a unique approach when it comes to serving up seafood, (Photo: Courtesy of RX Chicken & Oysters).

Wilmington seafood restaurant, Rx Chicken & Oysters, dives for fresh dinners

Emily Andrews,

March 6, 2024

Bald Head Island residents have approved two bond issues to help renourish and upgrade the island’s beaches. (Photo:WWAY)

Bald Head Island bonds move forward following referendum vote

Nate Mauldin,

March 6, 2024

We have reaction from one Brunswick County School Board Chairman, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

A look into one Brunswick County race and polling station

Emily Andrews,

March 5, 2024

It’s Super Tuesday and we’re heading to Brunswick County to check on voter turnout, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

A closer look at voting taking place in Brunswick County

Emily Andrews,

March 5, 2024

A possible property tax hike in Leland is expected to generate a lot of public comment at Thursday's town council meeting, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Leland tries to find a balance between residents and resources

Emily Andrews,

March 4, 2024

It is Read Across America Week and a start to National Reading Month, which extends through March, (Photo: Courtesy of Kathy Butler).

WWAY helps Williams Township Elementary celebrate Read Across America Week

Emily Andrews,

March 4, 2024

Early Saturday morning at around 2:30 a.m. the driver of a silver Chevrolet Tahoe careened into a home on Old Mill Road in Castle Hayne. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

'My kid could have been killed': SUV wrecks into Castle Hayne home

Nate Mauldin,

March 4, 2024

The North Carolina Rice Festival took place at the historic site of Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson on Saturday. The festival celebrates the significance of rice to the Cape Fear and the history of the Gullah Geechee people. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

NC Rice Festival celebrates the culture and history of rice in the Cape Fear

Nate Mauldin,

March 3, 2024

Paid parking resumed in Carolina and Wrightsville Beaches on March 1 and will run until Oct. 31st. (Photo:WWAY News)

Paid parking resumes in Carolina and Wrightsville Beaches

Nate Mauldin,

March 3, 2024

Executive Director of Operation Pretty Things Missy Bennett walks the runway in a custom gown. The skirt is comprised of newspaper headlines and articles relating to domestic violence. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

NC Azalea Festival Spring Fashion Show takes center stage

Nate Mauldin,

March 2, 2024

Brunswick County Schools hosted a pop-up Prom Closet at South Brunswick High School on Saturday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Brunswick County Schools hosts free Prom Closet for all students

Nate Mauldin,

March 2, 2024

Preparations are underway in advance of next year’s 100th anniversary of Wilmington’s Greenfield Park, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Greenfield Park set to undergo extensive work in Wilmington

Emily Andrews,

March 1, 2024

Families of children with Down syndrome in New Hanover County are raising concern over Special Olympics guidelines, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

New Hanover County families question eligibility requirements for local and state Special Olympics

Emily Andrews,

March 1, 2024

The North Carolina Guardian Ad Litem Program held an open house at their Wilmington office on Friday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

NC Guardian Ad Litem Program in need of volunteers

Nate Mauldin,

March 1, 2024

Friday marks Global Day of Unplugging, encouraging people worldwide to disconnect from their electronic devices and dedicate time to activities they love. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Global Day of Unplugging encourages people to put down the phone

Nate Mauldin,

March 1, 2024