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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

Jan Davidson

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

First responders were lined up at the Walmart in Leland on Friday, collecting nonperishable food items and unwrapped toys, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Annual 'Pack the Patrol Car' and 'Fill the Fire Truck' event returns to Leland

Emily Andrews,

December 1, 2023

Budding chefs in Coastal BUDS' "Down to Cook" class for children with Down Syndrome.

Serving up smiles; Coastal BUDS teaches cooking class for children with Down Syndrome

Morgan Hooks,

November 30, 2023

Medicaid Expansion will officially take effect Dec 1. This will allow more North Carolina residents, ages 19 through 64, access to healthcare, (Photo: WWAY News).

Medicaid Expansion takes effect tomorrow, December 1st

Emily Andrews,

November 30, 2023

One attraction is preparing for ‘the most wonderful time of the year, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Bladen County's Lu Mil Vineyard prepares for 'the most wonderful time of the year'

Emily Andrews,

November 29, 2023

A ribbon cutting held Wednesday in Elizabethtown officially marked the opening of a center designed to help current and former military members struggling with addiction, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Military Specialization Program in Bladen County helps service members struggling with addiction

Emily Andrews,

November 29, 2023

Rezoning request for The Point

Family withdraws application for conditional rezoning at "The Point" in Topsail Beach

Tanner Blue,

November 29, 2023

Gary Randall Porter

Wilmington man pleads guilty to numerous child sex exploitation charges

WWAY News,

November 28, 2023

Friday marks the start of December which means Christmas is coming soon, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

One Brunswick County Christmas shop prepping for busiest season

Emily Andrews,

November 28, 2023