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Several agencies partnered to show folks what health care resources are available in the area, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus County agencies partner together to host a Wellness Health Fair

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October 20, 2023

Throughout this month, we've been bringing you stories of people beating the odds as part of breast cancer awareness month, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington woman battles breast cancer through music

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October 19, 2023

In Wilmington, a health equity summit was held to explore health care resources in New Hanover County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Health Equity Summit held in Wilmington

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October 19, 2023

A new report from the FBI shows that violent crime in the U.S. decreased slightly last year but property crime is on the rise, (Photo: WWAY News).

New FBI report details Cape Fear crime rates

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October 18, 2023

According to the CDC, every year nearly 800,000 people in the U.S. suffer from a stroke, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Stroke survivors spend the day at Smith Creek Park

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October 17, 2023

If you travel along the new Military Cutoff Rd. Extension, you may notice something new, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

NCDOT installs traffic signal signs along Military Cutoff Rd. Extension

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October 17, 2023

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Pet Pals: American Bulldog Mix

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October 17, 2023

New Hanover County commissioners met Monday morning to talk about land on the west side of the Cape Fear River, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County sees a West Bank proposal update

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October 16, 2023

It's been a couple of months since students returned to the classroom. We checked in with one of Southeastern North Carolina's newest schools to see how things are going, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Students and staff are finally settled in at Tabor City School

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October 12, 2023

t was a rainy day in Columbus County Thursday morning into the afternoon. But it's not going to put a damper on the fun that's to be had at the Columbus County Agriculture Fair, (Photo: Emily Andrews, WWAY News).

43rd annual Columbus County Agriculture Fair returns for folks in Southeastern NC

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October 12, 2023

With the growing unrest in the Middle East, some are wondering what kind of financial impact the conflict will have here at home, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

UNCW Professor discusses the economy in relation to conflict in the Middle East

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October 11, 2023

One Columbus County man received recognition and an award for his service to the country and community, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Whiteville man receives Hometown Hero Award

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October 10, 2023

The violence in Israel and retaliatory strikes in Gaza continues, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Connections in the Cape Fear to Israel and Palestine

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October 10, 2023

There are plans in place for the former site of the Wave Transit Bus Depot in Wilmington, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Proposed future of former Wave Transit site

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October 6, 2023

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'Oleander Memorial Gardens' upsetting folks with buried loved ones

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October 6, 2023

A New Hanover County program is working to help adults complete trades and training programs, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Port City United program helping folks navigate trades and training programs

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October 5, 2023

With inflation high and job growth slowing -- the U.S. Economy is in a strange place right now, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Economic outlook conference held in Downtown Wilmington

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October 5, 2023

A marker dedication was held Wednesday afternoon for a toddler who was killed after being hit by a car in 2019, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Marker dedication held for toddler killed in 2019 Carolina Beach accident

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October 4, 2023

Thousands of cars and trucks cause wear-and-tear to streets across Wilmington daily and the city said it’s a never-ending chore to upkeep those city-maintained streets, (Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

City of Wilmington working to rehabilitate streets

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October 4, 2023

Over the past year, several townhomes have been approved for development along Carolina Beach Road, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Townhomes continue to populate Carolina Beach Road

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October 3, 2023

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Pet Pals: 6-month old male tuxedo cat looking for forever home

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September 26, 2023

One beach town is receiving a large chunk of money thanks to the finalized state budget, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

State Budget allocates around $20 million to Surf City

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September 25, 2023

Wilmington is known for its' film industry -- and one business in the area is helping young filmmakers get their start, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Cucalorus holds a 'Works-in-Progress' program for new filmmakers

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September 25, 2023

Ahead of Ophelia's arrival, Gov. Roy Cooper signed a state of emergency which will help provide for swift response and recovery after the system passes, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Pender County Emergency Services keeping an eye on Tropical Storm Ophelia

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September 22, 2023