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On Saturday a training session was held for those interested in assisting others navigate addiction, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Training session on navigating addiction held in Southport

Emily Andrews,

January 20, 2024

Many homeowners are looking into solar panels to go green and hopefully have lower energy bills. But this isn't always the result, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Solar panels: the dos and don'ts

Emily Andrews,

January 19, 2024

The Army Corps of Engineers began its Coastal Storm Risk Management Project on Friday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

Work begins on Wrightsville Beach renourishment project

Nate Mauldin,

January 19, 2024

Southeastern Community College is celebrating its 60th birthday and it may get a unique present soon, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Southeastern Community College eligible for $1 million Aspen Prize, campus expansion underway

Emily Andrews,

January 18, 2024

Lifesaving blood donations are needed more than ever. Leaving some folks wanting to act but finding out they are unable to, (Photo: Public Domain Pictures).

Blood donation restrictions

Emily Andrews,

January 17, 2024

He was once an abandoned baby, now he's an advocate for North Carolina's Safe Surrender Law, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Leland man abandoned as baby shares his story

Emily Andrews,

January 17, 2024

Luis Lopez has worked for Brunswick County Schools for the past 14 years as a head custodian, operations delivery driver, groundskeeper, and now as the district's Migrant Education Program recruiter. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Former custodian now helping migrant students at Brunswick County Schools

Nate Mauldin,

January 17, 2024

The Wilmington Central Rotary Club raised more than $20,000 at its annual Miracles of Rotary Lock Up event and it’s helping local causes, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

New Hanover County Sheriff's Office receives funds for bomb detection dog

Emily Andrews,

January 16, 2024

January is the start of controlled burn season in our area which lasts through August, (Photo: WWAY News).

Benefits behind controlled burns

Emily Andrews,

January 16, 2024

Some of the coldest air the Cape Fear has seen in more than a year will be moving in this week, (Photo: WWAY News).

Preparations for colder temperatures in the week ahead

Emily Andrews,

January 15, 2024

Downtown Wilmington hosts its 22nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Downtown Wilmington hosts 22nd annual MLK Day Parade

Nate Mauldin,

January 15, 2024

MLK Community Center holds "Fun Day" in honor of Martin Luther King. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

MLK Community Center holds Fun Day in honor of Martin Luther King

Nate Mauldin,

January 13, 2024

In Wilmington on Saturday morning, two local organizations joined forces to clean up Cape Fear waterways, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington organizations join forces to keep Cape Fear waters clean

Emily Andrews,

January 13, 2024

A 5-year-old boy was found walking along Hwy. 17 in Pender County on Thursday, (Photo: WWAY News).

5-year-old student leaves school, found walking along Hwy. 17 Thursday in Hampstead

Emily Andrews,

January 12, 2024

A Safe Place spreads awareness about Human Trafficking Prevention Month. (Photo:WWAY News)

A Safe Place spreads awareness about Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Nate Mauldin,

January 12, 2024

Construction is officially underway on the new MLK Community Center after a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington MLK Community Center holds groundbreaking for expansion and renovation project

Emily Andrews,

January 11, 2024

A campaign by local law enforcement is ensuring safety on the roadways, (Photo: WWAY News).

Wilmington Police Department encourages motorcycle, dirt bike, and ATV safety

Emily Andrews,

January 10, 2024

In Columbus County on Monday an SUV crashed into a government building, (Photo: Courtesy of Melanie Thompson).

Car crashes into Whiteville Post Office on Monday

Emily Andrews,

January 10, 2024

Local vodka distiller launches new tequila brand despite 19,000 stolen bottles

Nate Mauldin,

January 10, 2024

Health professionals are seeing a rise in cases of the flu in North Carolina right now, (Photo: WWAY News).

Flu cases on the rise in North Carolina

Emily Andrews,

January 9, 2024

Teachers across the state are implementing new policies after the passing of Senate Bill 49 or the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights.” (Photo: ZUMA / MGN)

Educators in Brunswick County react to North Carolina Senate Bill 49

Emily Andrews,

January 9, 2024

Pet Pals: Adult female cat looking for forever home

Sarah Jones,

January 9, 2024

Martin Luther King Day is one week away and we're learning more about events in Wilmington planned to mark the slain civil rights leader's birthday, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee holds news conference ahead of events

Emily Andrews,

January 8, 2024

Rough weather may be on the way. Emergency management agencies and those in charge of critical services are all on alert. Power companies are also keeping a watchful eye on the weather, (Photo: Marion Caldwell/WWAY News).

Emergency services and power companies prepare ahead of the storm

Emily Andrews,

January 8, 2024