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Hundreds gather in downtown Wilmington to watch Ironman 70.3 triathletes cross the finish line
The 2021 Ironman 70.3 Triathlon brought hundreds of spectators to Downtown Wilmington today, to watch more than 2,500 athletes cross the finish line.Premiere screening held for local independent film “A. Phoenix” at Thalian Hall
Today the world premiere screening of local feature film "A. Phoenix" was held at Thalian Hall. Local screenwriter Don Fried, independent Filmmaker Branham Dyer, along with Cape Fear Film & Video presented the premiere screening.Wilmington tree giveaway adds 1,000 trees to the area
Continuing its efforts to keep Wilmington's tree canopy thriving after loss due to storms and age, the Alliance for Cape Fear trees held another tree giveaway today.‘Art-oberfest 2021’ showcases the works of nearly 40 local artists
Hundreds of people turned out Saturday to participate in the third annual neighborhood art crawl along Wrightsville Avenue and Pender Avenue in Wilmington.Orlando fire chief resigns citing North Carolina charges
The Orlando fire chief has resigned his post citing a legal case where he is accused of punching two people inside a North Carolina restaurant.
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Boiling Spring Lakes dam project new projected completion date of summer 2025
It's been more than three years since Hurricane Florence destroyed several dams in Boiling Spring Lakes. Now, officials say it could take another three years to get water back in the lakes.Interstate 95 widening project hopes to avoid flooding
The N.C. Department of Transportation has signed a $432 million contract this month to rebuild eight miles of Interstate 95 through one county with an eye on eliminating a recurring flooding problem.Cape Fear marks 5 years since Hurricane Matthew left its mark
Today makes 5 years since Hurricane Matthew brushed by the Cape Fear, leaving behind beach erosion and devastating flooding across the area.Rip current risk increases this weekend as Hurricane Sam spins in the Atlantic
Hurricane Sam is a Category 4 storm that is not expected to strike Bermuda but is forecast bring tropical storm conditions to the territory and other islands.New hurricane sensor technology could come to the Cape Fear ahead of the next storm
There are just 9 weeks remaining in official hurricane season, but new sensor technology is ready if we get a late-season storm in the Cape Fear.Hurricane Sam will pump larger waves, rip currents along NC coast late week
Hurricane Sam is a powerful Category 4 storm in the Atlantic Ocean, but forecasters said late Sunday that it had peaked in intensity.Wilmington woman experiencing issues getting around due to flooding problem in front of her home
Ethel Gerald has lived in her home at the corner of North 5th Avenue and Campbell Street for over five decades. For the past several years, Gerald says flooding in the roadway surrounding her house has become a growing problem.How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The Harvest Moon will light up the night sky Monday in a celestial sign that summer is nearing an end.
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The 5th Quarter October 22, 2021
Week 10 is done! See the highlights from tonight's 5th Quarter.East Columbus football in quarantine, game against South Columbus cancelled
LELAND, N.C. (WWAY) - The East Columbus Gator football team is in quarantine and will not play tonight against the Stallions in their Waccamaw...South Columbus volleyball stays perfect against Whiteville
The Stallions are 17 and 0, and conference champions after defeating Whiteville on Senior Night.Hornets create scholarships for journalism students in honor of late team beat writer
The Hornets open their season tomorrow, but the team did something today that seems better than an opening night win.Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikes beat Panthers 34-28
Kirk Cousins completed a 27-yard touchdown pass to K.J. Osborn on the first possession of overtime to lift the Minnesota Vikings to a wild 34-28 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.The 5th Quarter October 15, 2021
There was plenty of close games across the Cape Fear. See it all in the highlights!Cape Fear Academy hangs on to win at Coastal Christian
The Hurricanes won the game, and won their first conference title in 20 years, according to the school.Vikings out spike Bucs in 4 games
Hoggard was abled to defeat Laney Tuesday night at Sheila Boles Gym.
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Hundreds gather in downtown Wilmington to watch Ironman 70.3 triathletes cross the finish line
The 2021 Ironman 70.3 Triathlon brought hundreds of spectators to Downtown Wilmington today, to watch more than 2,500 athletes cross the finish line.Premiere screening held for local independent film “A. Phoenix” at Thalian Hall
Today the world premiere screening of local feature film "A. Phoenix" was held at Thalian Hall. Local screenwriter Don Fried, independent Filmmaker Branham Dyer, along with Cape Fear Film & Video presented the premiere screening.Wilmington tree giveaway adds 1,000 trees to the area
Continuing its efforts to keep Wilmington's tree canopy thriving after loss due to storms and age, the Alliance for Cape Fear trees held another tree giveaway today.‘Art-oberfest 2021’ showcases the works of nearly 40 local artists
Hundreds of people turned out Saturday to participate in the third annual neighborhood art crawl along Wrightsville Avenue and Pender Avenue in Wilmington.Orlando fire chief resigns citing North Carolina charges
The Orlando fire chief has resigned his post citing a legal case where he is accused of punching two people inside a North Carolina restaurant.
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Boiling Spring Lakes dam project new projected completion date of summer 2025
It's been more than three years since Hurricane Florence destroyed several dams in Boiling Spring Lakes. Now, officials say it could take another three years to get water back in the lakes.Interstate 95 widening project hopes to avoid flooding
The N.C. Department of Transportation has signed a $432 million contract this month to rebuild eight miles of Interstate 95 through one county with an eye on eliminating a recurring flooding problem.Cape Fear marks 5 years since Hurricane Matthew left its mark
Today makes 5 years since Hurricane Matthew brushed by the Cape Fear, leaving behind beach erosion and devastating flooding across the area.Rip current risk increases this weekend as Hurricane Sam spins in the Atlantic
Hurricane Sam is a Category 4 storm that is not expected to strike Bermuda but is forecast bring tropical storm conditions to the territory and other islands.New hurricane sensor technology could come to the Cape Fear ahead of the next storm
There are just 9 weeks remaining in official hurricane season, but new sensor technology is ready if we get a late-season storm in the Cape Fear.Hurricane Sam will pump larger waves, rip currents along NC coast late week
Hurricane Sam is a powerful Category 4 storm in the Atlantic Ocean, but forecasters said late Sunday that it had peaked in intensity.Wilmington woman experiencing issues getting around due to flooding problem in front of her home
Ethel Gerald has lived in her home at the corner of North 5th Avenue and Campbell Street for over five decades. For the past several years, Gerald says flooding in the roadway surrounding her house has become a growing problem.How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The Harvest Moon will light up the night sky Monday in a celestial sign that summer is nearing an end.
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The 5th Quarter October 22, 2021
Week 10 is done! See the highlights from tonight's 5th Quarter.East Columbus football in quarantine, game against South Columbus cancelled
LELAND, N.C. (WWAY) - The East Columbus Gator football team is in quarantine and will not play tonight against the Stallions in their Waccamaw...South Columbus volleyball stays perfect against Whiteville
The Stallions are 17 and 0, and conference champions after defeating Whiteville on Senior Night.Hornets create scholarships for journalism students in honor of late team beat writer
The Hornets open their season tomorrow, but the team did something today that seems better than an opening night win.Cousins throws TD pass in OT; Vikes beat Panthers 34-28
Kirk Cousins completed a 27-yard touchdown pass to K.J. Osborn on the first possession of overtime to lift the Minnesota Vikings to a wild 34-28 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.The 5th Quarter October 15, 2021
There was plenty of close games across the Cape Fear. See it all in the highlights!Cape Fear Academy hangs on to win at Coastal Christian
The Hurricanes won the game, and won their first conference title in 20 years, according to the school.Vikings out spike Bucs in 4 games
Hoggard was abled to defeat Laney Tuesday night at Sheila Boles Gym.
- COMMUNITY
- Home Expo
- Viewers Choice Awards
- Senior Spotlight
- What’s Happening
- Donation Drives & Dropoffs
- The Carolina Beat
- Mom to Mom
- Hooked On Science
- Teacher of the Week
- Live Cape Fear Podcast
- LivingWell
- Extraordinary People Next Door
- Pet Pals
- Seahawk Stories
- Under The Hood
- Health Hacks
- Local Events
- Job Fair
- Senior Expo
- Wilmington Wedding Expo
- VIDEO
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