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Man convicted of First-degree murder in connection to fatal shooting in 2020

Tanner Blue,

December 14, 2023

One school is getting creative and festive with ways to fundraise, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus Christian Academy to host 'Merry Christmas Market' Saturday

Emily Andrews,

December 14, 2023

The Northwest Police Department is asking for your help in a 2021 missing persons case, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Northwest Police Department offers cash reward in missing persons case

Emily Andrews,

December 14, 2023

"Southern Roots" by Wilmington artist Sharon Jones was selected as the artwork for the 77th North Carolina Azalea Festival.

Rooted in Wilmington: North Carolina Azalea Festival unveils annual artwork

Morgan Hooks,

December 13, 2023

NCDOT provides update on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge work and communication on the project

Tanner Blue,

December 13, 2023

Elected officials from multiple counties gathered in Wilmington Wednesday for a legislative luncheon, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News.)

New Hanover County Board of Education hosts legislative luncheon

Emily Andrews,

December 13, 2023

With the writers and actors strikes officially over, Hollywood East is back up and running, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Dark Horse Studios moving full steam ahead with new stages

Emily Andrews,

December 13, 2023

Continuing coverage on the Maple Hill triple murder that took place in 2020, (Photo: WWAY News).

Prosecutors comment on Maple Hill triple murder

Emily Andrews,

December 13, 2023

A groundbreaking ceremony held on Monday to mark the start of growth at an area community college, (Photo: Courtesy of Southeastern Community College).

Southeastern Community College holds groundbreaking for educational greenhouse

Emily Andrews,

December 12, 2023

Dwight Burleson, also known as Mr. B, is one of Santa's honorary helpers, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Whiteville's half century serving Santa Claus thanks honorary helper Mr. B

Emily Andrews,

December 12, 2023

Sandy Paws Animal Hospital warns of popular holiday plants that are toxic to pets.

Paws off the poinsettias: Veterinarian discusses how holiday plants can harm pets

Emily Andrews,

December 11, 2023

Gifts collected by Burgaw Middle School students for families in need.

The gift that keeps on giving: Pender County students collect donations and learn a lesson in kindness

Tanner Blue,

December 11, 2023

The state's top law official was in Wilmington this afternoon to host a town hall meeting about social media use for children, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Attorney General Josh Stein addresses social media effects on children in New Hanover County

Emily Andrews,

December 11, 2023

With the temperatures dropping below freezing in some places this week in our area, not everyone has a warm place to stay at night, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Good Shepherd Center experiences a near capacity shelter during colder months

Emily Andrews,

December 8, 2023

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A chapter in history: New Hanover County historian appointed to state advisory board

Sydney Bouchelle,

December 7, 2023

It's the season for giving, something first responders in the area do every day, and they have found yet another way to serve the community, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington Fire Department collects close to 1,300 lbs. of food for 'Nourish N.C.'

Emily Andrews,

December 7, 2023

Christmas is less than three weeks away and many are heading to tree lots to pick up the perfect live tree to decorate, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington Fire Department and local tree farm talk dry Christmas tree dangers

Emily Andrews,

December 7, 2023

Students and spectators watch the 'Navidad' performance at the Wilson Center in Wilmington.

Pender County students enjoy an evening in Downtown Wilmington, some for the first time

WWAY News,

December 6, 2023

‘Mason Dixon’s’ most recent project returns during the colder months. It's a free coat rack outside the store that the owner is especially passionate about, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Shallotte's 'Mason Dixon' is a small business that makes a big difference

Emily Andrews,

December 6, 2023

North Topsail Elementary Mural Project

North Topsail Elementary shows off progress on mural project, made through bottle caps and community

WWAY News,

December 6, 2023

The St. James Woodworkers have been handmaking toys to donate to Toys for Tots, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Toys for Tots do toy pickup from Brunswick County elves, St. James Woodworkers

Emily Andrews,

December 5, 2023

Lawsuit claims Columbus County Jail staff didn't stop an inmate from being assaulted

Emily Andrews,

December 5, 2023

Brunswick County Residents react to Cape Fear Memorial bridge maintenance project

Emily Andrews,

December 4, 2023

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).

Cape Fear Memorial Bridge to close Jan. 2024: County Commissioner and one business react

Emily Andrews,

December 1, 2023