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Tennis trailblazer and Wilmington native Lenny Simpson has died. We're looking back at his life and legacy in the Cape Fear region, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

The Life of Lenny Simpson: friends remember Lenny on and off the tennis court

Emily Andrews,

February 9, 2024

Bladen County Schools getting high marks at this year's Elementary and Junior Beta Club State Convention in Greensboro, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Bladen County Schools students secure state titles at Elementary and Junior Beta Club Convention

Emily Andrews,

February 8, 2024

West Columbus National Singing Day

National Signing Day: West Columbus

Tanner Blue,

February 7, 2024

The Upperman Center at UNCW is hosting more than 20 different events this month, Including multiple keynote speakers, art exhibits, and the return of the organization's annual Homecoming Fashion Show. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Local organizations celebrate Black History Month with dozens of events

Nate Mauldin,

February 7, 2024

WilmingtoNColor is a tour bus group that will take you around downtown Wilmington, stopping by historic sites along the way. (Photo courtesy WilmingtoNColor)

WilmingtoNColor offering black history tours in Wilmington

Nate Mauldin,

February 7, 2024

Wednesday marks one week until Valentine's Day. WWAY checked in at a jeweler to see how they're preparing for the big day, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Jewelers gearing up for Valentine's Day

Emily Andrews,

February 6, 2024

Social media trends, there are popular dances, challenges, and even diets. But the latest fad we want to warn you about is skincare, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Dermatologist weighs in on skincare trends for pre-teens

Emily Andrews,

February 6, 2024

According to a press release, President and CEO William Buster is stepping down from his position with the endowment. (Photo Courtesy New Hanover Community Endowment)

New Hanover Community Endowment president & CEO resigns

Nate Mauldin,

February 5, 2024

A grant is being awarded to Columbus County Schools and it's helping the school district take on a major project, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus County Schools receives $52 million grant for new K-8 school

Emily Andrews,

February 5, 2024

Since work began on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, some residents on the west side of the river have expressed concerns about whether paramedics would be able to get patients in need of critical care to Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center in a timely manner. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

EMS reports no delays following work on CFMB

Nate Mauldin,

February 5, 2024

The Wilmington Police Department, along with Wilmington Fire, EMS and NC State Highway Patrol conducted a training session at Independence Mall on Sunday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Law enforcement and EMS hold training session at Independence Mall

Nate Mauldin,

February 4, 2024

The town of Leland hosted an open house at the Leland Cultural Arts Center on Saturday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Town of Leland holds Cultural Arts Open House

Nate Mauldin,

February 3, 2024

The organization held their 5k named "The Trudge" to celebrate their first year in operation. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

The Healing Place hosts 'The Trudge' 5k to celebrate anniversary

Nate Mauldin,

February 3, 2024

The Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry has seen increased traffic this week as commuters try to get around congestion on the Isabel Holmes and Thomas Rhodes Bridges. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry sees increased traffic

Nate Mauldin,

February 2, 2024

Billie Paige of Leland is calling for increased safety after a ride malfunction in Carolina Beach. (Photo: WWAY)

Carolina Beach Ferris wheel land agreement remains unsecured

Nate Mauldin,

February 2, 2024

Carolina Panthers

Carolina Panthers hold introductory press conference for new Head Coach and General Manager

Tanner Blue,

February 1, 2024

Kellum Brown

Student Athlete of the Week

WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Kellum Brown

Tanner Blue,

February 1, 2024

Work on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge’s eastbound lanes began at 7 p.m. on Monday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News

Wilmington residents react to the CFMB eastbound lane closures

Nate Mauldin,

January 29, 2024

It's been one year since the disappearance of a North Myrtle Beach boater attracted national attention, (Photo: Courtesy of Aiden Thomas).

Friend remembers Tyler Doyle, boater who went missing 1 year ago

Emily Andrews,

January 26, 2024

There appears to be a shortage of health care workers in Columbus County and they're workshopping ways to make up for it, (Photo: WWAY News).

Columbus County combating health care worker shortage

Emily Andrews,

January 26, 2024

We've talked a lot about New Hanover County leaders opposing the use of tolls on a replacement for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. But not everyone agrees, (Photo: WWAY News).

Wilmington leaders considering all options to fund Cape Fear Memorial Bridge

Emily Andrews,

January 25, 2024

The North Carolina Department of Transportation hosted a news conference Thursday morning about repair work starting days from now on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

The latest on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge Preservation Project

Emily Andrews,

January 25, 2024

Funding passed for Legion Stadium Turf Field Replacement Project

Tanner Blue,

January 25, 2024

Newcomers school is an umbrella term for a school for foreign-born students who have recently arrived in the United States, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County Schools responds on the concept of a newcomers school

WWAY News,

January 24, 2024