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The New Hanover County NAACP took to the streets on Sunday for their Souls to the Polls march, an event aimed at promoting voter participation. (Photos:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

New Hanover County NAACP leads Souls to the Polls march in downtown Wilmington

Nate Mauldin,

February 25, 2024

On Saturday evening, a rally and candlelit vigil was held to commemorate the two-year anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Rally held in downtown Wilmington as Russia-Ukraine war hits two-year anniversary

Nate Mauldin,

February 24, 2024

A celebration of life was held on Saturday at Port City Community Church for Lenny Simpson, a revered figure in the tennis community. Simpson, a Wilmington native, passed away earlier this month after a prolonged battle with illness. He was 75 years old. (Photo courtesy Port City Community Church)

Celebration of life held for tennis legend Lenny Simpson

WWAY News,

February 24, 2024

It’s called "The Work From Their Hands.” The exhibit displays quilts dating back to the mid-1800's and more contemporary pieces from around the country, showing how quilt making has evolved over centuries. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Cameron Art Museum unveils quilt exhibition 'The Work of Their Hands'

Nate Mauldin,

February 23, 2024

The issue of beach erosion has become a big concern for residents of Surf City, but town officials say they have been aware of the issue for well over a decade. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Surf City renourishment project remains in the works after setbacks

Nate Mauldin,

February 23, 2024

Postal workers in Leland have been sorting mail out of a tent adjacent to the local post office for seven years, according to a letter carrier who operates from the Leland Post Office. (Photo:Marion Caldwell/WWAY News)

Growing pains: Leland growth pushing post office into parking lot

Nate Mauldin,

February 21, 2024

The Earl G. and Inez Batts Recreation Complex will be on 45.85 acres of land adjacent to the existing Surf City Community Center and Athletic Complex. (Photo courtesy town of Surf City)

Work underway on new Surf City recreation complex

Nate Mauldin,

February 19, 2024

The city of Wilmington held a “Polar Plunge” to raise money for the city's Special Olympics program, which offers training and events for 27 different sports across New Hanover County. (Photo courtesy Steve Dixon)

Special Olympics Polar Plunge raises more than $100k in Kure Beach

Nate Mauldin,

February 18, 2024

The North Carolina Azalea Festival collaborated with UNCW to host the "Seahawk Sun Run" in Long Leaf Park on Sunday morning. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY)

NC Azalea Festival holds Seahawk Sun Run 5k for UNCW Homecoming

Nate Mauldin,

February 18, 2024

UNCW’s student newspaper The Seahawk held a celebration for the 75th anniversary of the newspaper on Saturday. The newspaper has been the voice of UNCW’s student body since 1948, founded just one year after the university. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

UNCW's student newspaper The Seahawk celebrates 75th anniversary

Nate Mauldin,

February 17, 2024

The Cameron Art Museum held it's "Living History Day" on Saturday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Cameron Art Museum hosts Living History Day

Nate Mauldin,

February 17, 2024

Bertha Todd was an assistant principal at Hoggard High School in 1971. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Black History Month: Author and retired educator remembers 'The Wilmington Ten'

Nate Mauldin,

February 16, 2024

After being married for 66 years this February, everything that Eugene and Ruth Emmer do, they do together. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Wilmington couple shares their secret to 66 years of marriage

Nate Mauldin,

February 14, 2024

The Bridge Presbyterian Church in Leland hosted a drive-thru event for Ash Wednesday where observers could receive an ash cross on their head. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

The Bridge Presbyterian Church hosts Ash Wednesday drive-through

Nate Mauldin,

February 14, 2024

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Sunset Park residents express concern about dust pollution

Nate Mauldin,

February 12, 2024

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Wilmington-based company to be featured on 'Shark Tank'

Nate Mauldin,

February 12, 2024

According to the National Retail Federation, the country is projected to spend a whopping $17.3 billion today on food, drinks, apparel, and decorations. Thats a nearly 5% spike from last year. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Shoppers react to the most expensive Super Bowl ever

Nate Mauldin,

February 11, 2024

UNCW Is partnering with the Historic Wilmington Foundation to find unmarked graves at a historic cemetery. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

The search for lost family: Radar offers hope to find unmarked graves

Nate Mauldin,

February 10, 2024

“Over $6000 on the credit card right before the holidays was not an ideal situation for us and the only thing that made me feel somewhat okay about it was that we had been told and I had gotten an email that we would be reimbursed,” Lehman said. “So, when we got those bills and they moved the goalpost on us it was very disappointing.” (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Bed bugs discovered in Wilmington hotel, guest left to pay thousands

Nate Mauldin,

February 9, 2024

Brunswick County Medical Center gives back with "Soup or Bowl" food drive

Nate Mauldin,

February 9, 2024

The Upperman Center at UNCW is hosting more than 20 different events this month, Including multiple keynote speakers, art exhibits, and the return of the organization's annual Homecoming Fashion Show. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Local organizations celebrate Black History Month with dozens of events

Nate Mauldin,

February 7, 2024

WilmingtoNColor is a tour bus group that will take you around downtown Wilmington, stopping by historic sites along the way. (Photo courtesy WilmingtoNColor)

WilmingtoNColor offering black history tours in Wilmington

Nate Mauldin,

February 7, 2024

According to a press release, President and CEO William Buster is stepping down from his position with the endowment. (Photo Courtesy New Hanover Community Endowment)

New Hanover Community Endowment president & CEO resigns

Nate Mauldin,

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