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Shallotte veteran bringing recognition to vets of all forces with flags

Marion Caldwell,

November 6, 2023

Changes made by Facebook are leaving charities and nonprofits in a bind when it comes to donations, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Nonprofit reacts to Facebook disabling recurring donations feature

Emily Andrews,

November 3, 2023

As the seasons change and the temperature drops, more people are getting sick, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

How to combat seasonal allergies and sicknesses

Emily Andrews,

November 2, 2023

How early is too early to be decorating for Christmas? For one store in Brunswick County, its customers said it's never too early, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

How early is too early to start decorating for Christmas?

Emily Andrews,

November 2, 2023

We checked in on one Carolina Beach business that was left to pick up the broken pieces after a car crashed into its building in late August, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'Island Massage and Spa' operating normally after car crashes into building late August

Emily Andrews,

November 1, 2023

One car dealership abruptly closed its doors leaving several employees without jobs, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Patriot Ford closes doors on Monday in Whiteville

Emily Andrews,

November 1, 2023

There are more than 2,000 public power communities in the U.S. including more than 70 in North Carolina, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Southport's Board of Aldermen discusses public power usage

Emily Andrews,

October 30, 2023

It was a rescue at sea, against all odds. Two months after four divers were saved off the Cape Fear Coast, they exchanged handshakes and hugs with the Coast Guard rescue crews who brought them home, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Four divers rescued at sea reunite with their lifesavers in Wilmington

Emily Andrews,

October 26, 2023

The November election is about two weeks away. In Raleigh, lawmakers are moving forward with newly proposed voting maps for the N.C. House, N.C. Senate, and Congress, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Voters express redistricting concerns

Emily Andrews,

October 25, 2023

A new business is making a permanent stop in Columbus County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'Steam Services of America' sets up shop in Tabor City

Emily Andrews,

October 24, 2023

The annual North Carolina Yam Festival has made its return to Columbus County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

N.C. annual Yam Festival returns to Tabor City

Emily Andrews,

October 24, 2023

The Pender County Board of Education held a special meeting this Monday morning, looking to address overcrowding in schools as the county's population grows, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

New K-8 school approved to accommodate Pender County growth

Emily Andrews,

October 23, 2023

Shiloh-Columbia Volunteer Fire Department lawsuit continues

Emily Andrews,

October 23, 2023

One of the Cape Fear's Native American tribes is celebrating its culture this weekend, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Waccamaw Siouan Tribe annual Powwow taking place this weekend

Emily Andrews,

October 20, 2023

Several agencies partnered to show folks what health care resources are available in the area, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus County agencies partner together to host a Wellness Health Fair

Emily Andrews,

October 20, 2023

Throughout this month, we've been bringing you stories of people beating the odds as part of breast cancer awareness month, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington woman battles breast cancer through music

Emily Andrews,

October 19, 2023

In Wilmington, a health equity summit was held to explore health care resources in New Hanover County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Health Equity Summit held in Wilmington

Emily Andrews,

October 19, 2023

A new report from the FBI shows that violent crime in the U.S. decreased slightly last year but property crime is on the rise, (Photo: WWAY News).

New FBI report details Cape Fear crime rates

Emily Andrews,

October 18, 2023

According to the CDC, every year nearly 800,000 people in the U.S. suffer from a stroke, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Stroke survivors spend the day at Smith Creek Park

Emily Andrews,

October 17, 2023

If you travel along the new Military Cutoff Rd. Extension, you may notice something new, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

NCDOT installs traffic signal signs along Military Cutoff Rd. Extension

Emily Andrews,

October 17, 2023

New Hanover County commissioners met Monday morning to talk about land on the west side of the Cape Fear River, (Photo: WWAY News).

New Hanover County sees a West Bank proposal update

Emily Andrews,

October 16, 2023

It's been a couple of months since students returned to the classroom. We checked in with one of Southeastern North Carolina's newest schools to see how things are going, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Students and staff are finally settled in at Tabor City School

Emily Andrews,

October 12, 2023

t was a rainy day in Columbus County Thursday morning into the afternoon. But it's not going to put a damper on the fun that's to be had at the Columbus County Agriculture Fair, (Photo: Emily Andrews, WWAY News).

43rd annual Columbus County Agriculture Fair returns for folks in Southeastern NC

Emily Andrews,

October 12, 2023

Hidden Grounds Coffee

Coffee shop in Downtown Wilmington gaining notoriety through social media for its outdoor setting

Tanner Blue,

October 11, 2023