Local5 people and a dog rescued after two boats capsize in Masonboro Inlet Conor Doherty, August 24, 2025
LocalChild hospitalized after being struck by boat propellor in Wrightsville Beach Conor Doherty, July 27, 2025
LocalYoung man saves lives of two girls at Wrightsville Beach with use of flotation device Conor Doherty, May 9, 2025
LocalFewer lifeguards will be on patrol now that Labor Day weekend has passed WWAY News, September 4, 2024
LocalWrightsville Beach lifeguards gear up to make a splash on the international stage Sydney Bouchelle, September 19, 2023
LocalConcerns over swimming at Wrightsville Beach for Labor Day weekend following Tropical Storm Idalia Emily Andrews, September 1, 2023
LocalFirst responders take part in nighttime water training exercise in Wrightsville Beach Juliana Lane, May 24, 2023
NewsWrightsville Beach begins removal of lifeguard stands for offseason WWAY News, September 20, 2022
Local"Is it worth it?": Lifeguards still have no overtime, health insurance, or benefits as beaches see lifeguard shortages Peyton Furtado, June 16, 2022
Top StoriesWrightsville Beach reports an increase in ocean rescues over Memorial Day weekend Matthew Huddleston, May 30, 2022
Local beaches see increased rip current activity due to Tropical Storm Henri Celeste Smith, August 20, 2021
Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguards win 1st place in lifesaving competition WWAY News, July 16, 2021
Community members gather on Wrightsville Beach to remember Jeremy Owens with a paddle out ceremony Celeste Smith, June 26, 2021
Memorial paddle out to be held for beloved Wrightsville Beach lifeguard Jeremy Owens Jeff Rivenbark, June 25, 2021
