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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

The Cargo District has been a Wilmington staple over the past few years and it's finding ways to get creative and draw more people in, (Photo: WWAY News).

Wilmington's Cargo District breaks ground on a food court

Emily Andrews,

January 24, 2024

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

Conversations about a newcomer school are on the table in New Hanover County

Emily Andrews,

January 23, 2024

The Columbus County Courthouse is a historic landmark dating back to 1914 in downtown Whiteville, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

A love story that led to a longer life for the historic Columbus County Court House

Emily Andrews,

January 22, 2024

Esports tournament at UNCW

UNCW helps host statewide esports tournament quarterfinals

Tanner Blue,

January 21, 2024

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month and conversations are taking place in Wilmington to promote community awareness, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Wilmington residents gather to promote awareness

Emily Andrews,

January 20, 2024

On Saturday a training session was held for those interested in assisting others navigate addiction, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Training session on navigating addiction held in Southport

Emily Andrews,

January 20, 2024

Many homeowners are looking into solar panels to go green and hopefully have lower energy bills. But this isn't always the result, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Solar panels: the dos and don'ts

Emily Andrews,

January 19, 2024

Southeastern Community College is celebrating its 60th birthday and it may get a unique present soon, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Southeastern Community College eligible for $1 million Aspen Prize, campus expansion underway

Emily Andrews,

January 18, 2024