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A first-ever Employee of the Year Ceremony took place to honor the lives of those who work to keep people in the community safe every day, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Bladen County Sheriff's Office holds first-ever employee awards ceremony

Emily Andrews,

March 13, 2024

Congressman David Rouzer invited Bladen County Sheriff Jim McVicker as his guest to last week's State of the Union address, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Bladen County Sheriff Jim McVicker recalls his visit to the State of the Union

Emily Andrews,

March 13, 2024

Young people and politics. Preparations are underway for November's election and for many, it'll be their first-time voting, (Photo: WWAY News).

Young people and politics: local leaders encourage first time voters to use their voice

Emily Andrews,

March 12, 2024

Ramadan is underway and Muslims worldwide will observe what they call the "holy month" until April 9, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Ramadan underway, area Muslims approach the month with mixed emotions

Emily Andrews,

March 11, 2024

It's been one week since the death of a New Hanover County woman who was killed near the Murrayville community, (Photo: Courtesy of Victoria Allen).

One week passes since the murder of Murrayville woman, sister speaks out

Emily Andrews,

March 11, 2024

UNCW Baseball

UNCW baseball defeats St. Joseph's; sweep home series 3-0

Tanner Blue,

March 10, 2024

UNCW Basketball falls in CAA Tournament to Towson 66-56

Tanner Blue,

March 10, 2024

NHHS Court Storm

2024 NCHSAA 4th-round basketball playoffs results: Four local teams advance to regional finals

Tanner Blue,

March 8, 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

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

Man killed in motorcycle crash on Sidbury Road

Tanner Blue,

March 7, 2024

Cainan Patrick

WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Cainan Patrick

Tanner Blue,

March 7, 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

Strut For Kids

WHAT'S HAPPENING: Weekend of March 8th-10th

Tanner Blue,

March 7, 2024

CFCC Women's Basketball

Two from CFCC's Women's Basketball team receive honors from Region 10 Conference

Tanner Blue,

March 6, 2024

Port City Track Club

Pair from Port City Track Club leave track meet as National Champions and All-Americans

Tanner Blue,

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

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

Topsail High Schools Wrestling Head Coach removed from his position

Tanner Blue,

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