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Henry Cooke

Ocean Isle Beach local working on erosion control project to protect beach front's

Tanner Blue,

February 15, 2024

Sean Boring

Wilmington man a part of Super Bowl LVIII camera crew

Tanner Blue,

February 14, 2024

29-year-old Anna Walker disappeared last October. She was later found dead at Smith Creek Park in the northern portion of New Hanover County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Seeking Answers: the disappearance and death of Anna Walker

Emily Andrews,

February 14, 2024

After being married for 66 years this February, everything that Eugene and Ruth Emmer do, they do together. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Wilmington couple shares their secret to 66 years of marriage

Nate Mauldin,

February 14, 2024

Tin Man Awards

Heart of the Matter & Tin Man Awards held at the Wilmington Convention Center

Tanner Blue,

February 14, 2024

Some small businesses in the Cape Fear have taken crime to the crowds on social media, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Jimmy's of Wrightsville Beach seeks justice via social media

Emily Andrews,

February 13, 2024

A pod-style campground for homeless individuals could be coming to Wilmington, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Eden Village hopeful to help the homeless once more through pod-style housing

Emily Andrews,

February 13, 2024

Enviva

Sunset Park residents express concern about dust pollution

Nate Mauldin,

February 12, 2024

Adrienne Vendetti, Stephanie Vendetti

Wilmington-based company to be featured on 'Shark Tank'

Nate Mauldin,

February 12, 2024

On Monday, Wilmington Fire Department welcomed two new crisis response dogs to the fire family, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington Fire Department welcomes four-legged friends to the fire family

Emily Andrews,

February 12, 2024

Wilmington City Council is working on the 2024-2025 budget and a tax increase could be part of that budget, (Photo: 401kcalculator.org / Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0).

Wilmington budget work session discusses 2.5 cent property tax increase

WWAY News,

February 12, 2024

According to the National Retail Federation, the country is projected to spend a whopping $17.3 billion today on food, drinks, apparel, and decorations. Thats a nearly 5% spike from last year. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Shoppers react to the most expensive Super Bowl ever

Nate Mauldin,

February 11, 2024

UNCW Is partnering with the Historic Wilmington Foundation to find unmarked graves at a historic cemetery. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

The search for lost family: Radar offers hope to find unmarked graves

Nate Mauldin,

February 10, 2024

UNCW hosted the Southeast Regional Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

UNCW hosts Southeast NC Regional Science Fair

Nate Mauldin,

February 10, 2024

“Over $6000 on the credit card right before the holidays was not an ideal situation for us and the only thing that made me feel somewhat okay about it was that we had been told and I had gotten an email that we would be reimbursed,” Lehman said. “So, when we got those bills and they moved the goalpost on us it was very disappointing.” (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Bed bugs discovered in Wilmington hotel, guest left to pay thousands

Nate Mauldin,

February 9, 2024

Brunswick County Medical Center gives back with "Soup or Bowl" food drive

Nate Mauldin,

February 9, 2024

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