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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

Today is Giving Tuesday. It’s a global movement inspiring millions of people to give to non-profits, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Giving Tuesday: One Columbus County non-profit gives today and everyday

Emily Andrews,

November 28, 2023

Reports of a mystery canine illness have been popping up in several parts of the country, (Photo: WWAY News).

Mystery respiratory disease spikes in canines

Emily Andrews,

November 27, 2023

One of the Cape Fear’s top attractions is celebrating its most successful year to date, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

U.S.S North Carolina names 2023 most successful year

Emily Andrews,

November 27, 2023

One non-profit in the Cape Fear is experiencing a loss of funding and is asking for your help, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'Feast Down East' looking for donors after experiencing funding loss

Emily Andrews,

November 24, 2023

A sign greeting guests to Lake Linda's Christmas Lights in Hampstead.

Hampstead community lights up for the holidays with beloved tradition

Jake Eichstaedt,

November 23, 2023

Many are gathering with friends and family on Thursday to celebrate Thanksgiving with the ones they love. But not everyone gets to go home for the Holidays, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Cape Fear families celebrate Thanksgiving with U.S Marines

Emily Andrews,

November 23, 2023

State health officials have confirmed the first pediatric flu-related death for the new flu season, (Photo: WWAY News).

Sicknesses and the Holidays: How to fight back to prevent falling victim

Emily Andrews,

November 22, 2023

Bowser the tortoise

Have you seen Bowser the missing tortoise?

Emily Andrews,

November 22, 2023

"Winter berries," Strawberries grown under protective coverings during the winter months at Lewis Farms.

Local farm's innovative system to grow fresh fruit in the winter months

Marion Caldwell,

November 21, 2023

One school in Columbus County celebrating National Native American Heritage month with students, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Hallsboro Artesia Elementary School celebrates National Native American Heritage Month

WWAY News,

November 20, 2023

One business is helping many businesses in Whiteville. South Madison St. has a new addition, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'Mercantile on Madison' opens doors and opportunities for small businesses

Emily Andrews,

November 20, 2023

A news conference was held on Thursday to address the long-term effects caused by Gen-X in drinking water, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Shallotte community holds Gen-X news conference

Emily Andrews,

November 16, 2023

A community received hate mail by the hundreds, (Photo: Courtesy of Chad Hicks).

Carolina Shores residents wake up to Anti-Semitic fliers on doorsteps

Emily Andrews,

November 16, 2023

Cape Fear Community College hosted an event on Wednesday meant to attract the next generation of manufacturers, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Cape Fear Community College graduate shares his success story

Emily Andrews,

November 15, 2023

Dozens of New Hanover County students gathered on Tuesday to walk in honor of Civil Rights Activist, Ruby Bridges, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Students of the Cape Fear walk to school to honor Ruby Bridges

Emily Andrews,

November 14, 2023

In Wilmington at Cape Fear Community College, one instructor shared with his students that artificial intelligence may be the new norm, even in education, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

CFCC instructor sees help and harm in Artificial Intelligence

Emily Andrews,

November 14, 2023