AG Josh Stein convenes region-wide fentanyl task force in Wilmington
Stein met with district attorneys, federal, and local law enforcement from across southeastern North Carolina to coordinate a regional response to the fentanyl epidemic.
Attorney General Josh Stein awards several Dogwood Awards in Wilmington
Attorney General Josh Stein honored several people from our area with the Dogwood Awards on Tuesday.
Brunswick County’s proposed EMS Franchise Agreement with Southport gets pushback
"This [franchise] agreement has some strong wording in it, to where we have to go on standby or run calls all the way through Brunswick County."
BRUNSWICK COUNTY (WWAY)–Leaders in Southport met Monday night to discuss a new EMS Franchise Agreement with Brunswick County. However, there was some pushback. The City of Southport says this new franchise agreement will result in longer response times or no answer at all for EMS workers. The county is trying to cover the growing population. “Southport continues to be used…
Small Business Administration opens disaster recovery center in Carolina Beach
There, business owners and renters can apply for low-interest loans, the first opportunity many of them have had to apply for loans to try and get back on their feet.
HAPPENING FRIDAY: Mask Fur Aid Ball to benefit animals in need
The Coastal Animal Rescue Effort is bringing back its annual fundraiser after a pandemic-related hiatus.
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher holds Reptile Roundup event
The aquarium held its second Reptile Roundup event on Monday as part of Reptile Awareness Day.
A local business owner pitches her product on Shark Tank
One local business owner will be “infested by sharks” on Friday as she pitches her business to five well-known entrepreneurs.
Southport Board of Aldermen discuss priorities for old city hall restoration
Southport’s board of Aldermen met Monday to discuss the future of the former city hall building.
The 5th Quarter October 18, 2024
Week nine
We are rounding third base on the football season, to use a baseball term.
Bill Clinton touts Harris’ vision for the future during Wilmington campaign stop
During his remarks, Clinton focused largely on economic policy, touting Harris’ plan for an expanded child tax credit, and $25,000 for first time home buyers.
Ribbon cutting held for new building for Wilmington Health Access for Teens
Wilmington Health Access for Teens, known as the WHAT program, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new building Friday afternoon on Medical Center Drive.
Boiling Spring Lakes residents looking for the city’s help with ditches
"We just can't go into an HOA and start working on stuff without the HOA reaching out to us, requesting help."
BRUNSWICK COUNTY (WWAY)–Many people packed city hall in boiling spring lakes tonight. They had a special meeting for residents in the Highlands subdivision after they underwent a major flooding event. Boiling Spring Lakes held a special board meeting Thursday night to discuss the HOA’s history and explain to Highlands residents that the city doesn’t have the power to do anything…
Voters deal with long wait times as early voting kicks off Thursday
The first day of early voting began on Thursday as thousands of voters made their way to the polls throughout the Cape Fear.
North Topsail Beach experiences dune erosion after heavy rain
After Tropical Storm Debby and Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 moved over the area, the dunes along North Topsail Beach have been slowly receding, even taking some beach access stairs along with it.
New recreation complex in Surf City to receive new amenities next year
A recently opened recreation complex in Surf City is getting lots of use from the community, but new additions to the park are still coming.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The power of early detection
As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we sat down with a survivor to hear her story and a specialist who has advice that could save your life—or the life of someone you know.
Former oral surgeon found guilty of sexually assaulting patients
The former Wilmington oral surgeon has been found guilty on 24 charges, ranging from sexual battery, indecent liberties with a child, and second degree sexual offense.
History with ‘Hud’: Detailing the early days of Wilmington and its major growth since
Wilmington is looking pretty good for its age. The Port City is celebrating its 285th birthday this year, officially being incorporated on February 20, 1739.
Vice Presidential Republican Nominee JD Vance makes campaign stop in Wilmington
"The very simple reason they went on strike is because the dollar doesn't go as far as it did three and a half years ago."
NEW HANOVER (WWAY)– With 19 days left until the November general election, both presidential campaigns are heating up. Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance made a campaign stop in Wilmington to deliver remarks to voters. “It is great to be , my friends, in Wilmington, North Carolina,” Senator Vance exclaimed. During his remarks, he threw shots at Vice President Harris’s…
District Attorney candidate speaks out against attack ad from opponent
The new ad claims Smith is soft on crime due to a plea deal he made that allowed an undocumented immigrant to be released from prison before the 13-year-old girl he raped graduated from high school.
Wilmington group looking to “fill the trailer” to help western NC
They’re looking for generators, winter clothes, blankets, and cleaning supplies.
New Hanover County Fire Rescue’s new PFAS-free gear reduces risk to firefighter
New Hanover County Fire Rescue received new turnout gear this week that’s completely PFAS free. PFAS chemicals have been linked to thyroid issues and some forms of cancer.
WWAY Play of the Week winner: Kellum Brown
New Hanover WR made a great play on a jump ball in the end zone
It was Brown’s third touchdown of the season, and helped his team explode for a 41-point performance against North Brunswick.
A parent with New Hanover County Schools talks about school safety after her daughter was hit by a car last year
"I don't think or feel like I was asking for too much but just some kind of- that was what I've been asking for, just some more lights."
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY)–The New Hanover County Board of Education members held a town hall meeting Tuesday night to allow board members to hear from the public. There are several topics people shared with the board. A few on some people’s minds included the district’s search for a new superintendent, cell phone policies, and school safety. However, one parent specifically…