Southeastern NC Central Labor Council celebrates inaugural ‘Labor Day Picnic in the Park’
Union organizers were at the event answering questions about how to unionize and the benefits of having a union job.
Wilmington community gathers for Overdose Awareness Day
Coastal Horizons’ Quick Response Team, in partnership with the City of Wilmington, hosted the 3rd Annual Overdose Awareness Day Event.
Held at Hope Recovery Church on Winston Boulevard, the free public event aimed to honor lives lost to overdose and promote recovery.
ILM prepares for busy Labor Day weekend travel
For Wilmington International Airport (ILM), this weekend will finish off the busiest summer ILM has ever had, with the airport well on its way to setting another record for passengers served in a year.
The 5th Quarter August 30, 2024
Week Two
LELAND, N.C. (WWAY) – Week two is still not officially over, since there were multiple games that were delayed and postponed due to lightning in the area. Topsail will resume play against Dixon Saturday at 11 a.m. with the score tied 0-0. West and East Bladen will resume Monday at 6 p.m. with the score 6-0 in favor of East…
Couple who tried to save surfer in Kure Beach speaks about ordeal
Last week, a man in Kure Beach died during a surfing accident. Before first responders arrived, one couple on the beach sprang into action to help him.
‘A Safe Place’ celebrates year with annual luncheon
New Hanover County nonprofit is fundraising for sex trafficking survivor rehabilitation project called 'The Farm'
‘A Safe Place’ held their annual luncheon in the Wilmington Convention Center Thursday to celebrate another year of advancing their mission.
“This is my favorite day of the year,” said Dawn Ferrer. “We get to come together to celebrate what we’ve accomplished but to also thank our community for being supportive all these years.” She adds North Carolina is ranked 9th in the country for human trafficking.
Cape Fear businesses prepare for unofficial last days of summer
According to Triple-A, a record number of people are expected to travel this Labor Day weekend by plane or car, and that’s a 9% increase from last year.
Basilica sends eviction notice to St. Mary’s Health Center after lease offer rejected
Last week, the clinic received an eviction notice from the church.
Parents start petition after firing of Topsail High coach and bus driver
Melvin London, a bus driver and athletic coach for more than a decade said he was fired from Pender County Schools on Wednesday. Within hours the community rallied and started a petition to get London rehired.
‘Battle of the Badges’ competition collects blood for those in need
The Wilmington Fire and police departments went head-to-head to see which agency could collect the most blood donations for the American Red Cross.
History with ‘Hud’: Turning back the clock to one of Wilmington’s oldest surviving schools
A brand new school year is underway across the Cape Fear, with most students returning to the classroom this week. While Wilmington has several old school buildings around the city, one along Ann Street has been educating longer than most of the rest.
Proposed Brunswick County development gets pushback from some residents
The proposed 154-home development would be built on 94 acres of land located off of Shell Point Road in Shallotte.
WWAY Team of the Week: South Columbus
Stallions won 48-6 in a matchup they lost the previous year
TABOR CITY, N.C. (WWAY) – The South Columbus Stallions lost a week one matchup last season to West Bladen and members of this year’s team feel that loss hindered their momentum for 2023. The Stallions are back in action this Friday hosting the South Brunswick Cougars at 7:30 pm. You can catch those highlights on The 5th Quarter! Categories: Columbus,…
Pender County Schools face bus route delays due to driver shortage
Parents of some students received a text message Sunday, less than 24 hours before the start of the school year.
Army Worms brought by Tropical Storm Debby decimate lawns
Army Worms can be seen regularly in the Cape Fear, but their numbers this year were made much worse by Tropical Storm Debby.
Wilmington chef wins big on Food Network’s “Chopped”
In an episode of Food Network’s “Chopped,” Wilmington chef Nick Chavez emerged victorious, showcasing his culinary skills on the national level.
The episode, aptly titled “Death is Not an Option,” featured a wild array of ingredients, including a whole skinned alligator, adding an extra layer of challenge to the competition.
WWAY Play of the Week: Will Fisher
Whiteville WR 'Mossed' a defender on a touchdown catch against Bunn
The votes are in and the winner by a substantial margin for the Week One WWAY Play of the Week is Whiteville’s Will Fisher.
‘Epic’ event featuring preschool drug dealer to raise money for kids in need
The city is gearing up for a night of culinary competition, community spirit, and charitable giving as the “Epic Evening for an Epic Cause” returns next week. The annual fundraiser, benefiting the Methodist Home for Children, will take place on September 5 at the Burney Center at UNCW.
House blessing for Hurricane Florence survivor
In the fall of 2018, Hurricane Florence made landfall causing significant damage and bringing catastrophic flooding in the Cape Fear.
Ben David’s departure: District Attorney of 20 years to step down next week
Ben David is concluding his 20-year time as District Attorney for New Hanover and Pender Counties.
Reflecting on his career, he expresses deep gratitude, saying, “Thank you for making me the luckiest guy I know to do a job I love with the people I love in a place I love.”
NC Wildlife shares boating safety tips ahead of Labor Day Weekend
Ahead of that boating rush, NC Wildlife Resources Commission Master Officer Bradley Jordan said there are a few things you should check before you launch your vessel.
Wilmington Riverfest to feature first ever drone show in NC instead of fireworks
This year’s annual Wilmington RiverFest will include a drone show on October fifth at 8:30 p.m.
Pet Pals: Female Pitbull mix looking for forever home
She came in with a litter of puppies which have all been adopted.
Shortened recreational flounder season to be held with restrictions in place
In May, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality canceled the full recreational southern flounder season due to fishermen exceeding the limit by 127,000 pounds.