WWAY PIGSKIN PREVIEW: East Bladen Eagles
The East Bladen Eagles are coming off a 8-6 season that ended with a 4th round trip to the 1A state championship.
UNCW college move-in: Takeaways from the Chancellor
College move-in at the University of North Carolina Wilmington kicked off on Friday and wrapped up Saturday afternoon.
In response to feedback from previous move-in years, UNCW made several improvements.
Day one of the Bash at the Beach Jamboree highlights
See North Brunswick, South Columbus, Hoggard, New Hanover, and Ashley football in action
The Mideastern Conference leads by a score of 59-22 over the ‘away’ teams at the Bash at the Beach at West Brunswick High School in Shallotte.
Wilmington paddleboarder raising money to go to world paddleboard championships
Campbell Carter recently qualified for the world championships as he placed 2nd in distance and 2nd in technical races at nationals.
New piano bar opens in downtown Wilmington
The bar is located on the third floor of the building which also contains the Husk and Yosake.
Oak Island Water Rescue discusses water conditions with Hurricane Ernesto off the coast
Red flags will be flying at all area beaches this weekend including Oak Island.
Highway 53 E in Pender County reopens after flooding
After several days of being closed due to flooding from Tropical Storm Debby, Highway 53 East in Pender County reopened Friday.
‘Retro Meadery’ to open next month in Burgaw
In May, WWAY told you about a new meadery that will be coming to Burgaw. We wanted to check in to see how the new business is coming along.
Construction on Mulberry Park expansion in Shallotte has started
Some of the new amenities coming include a playground and kayak launch on the Shallotte River.
Brunswick County group calling for ordinance to protect dogs kept outside
The petition already has more than 500 signatures, and Harris hopes to get enough signatures to attract the attention of Brunswick County commissioners.
Governor Advisory Council for Hispanic and Latino Affairs meet at UNCW
The Hispanic and Latino community gathered at UNCW Thursday to discuss issues and solutions within the community.
2.7 billion Social Security numbers are allegedly leaked online: Here’s how to protect your identity
A recent lawsuit filed by California resident Christopher Hofmann claims that 2.7 billion documents like Social Security numbers and other private information was stolen from National Public Data by the hacker group USDoD.
UNCW opens new Discovery Hall ahead of ribbon cutting next month
The new Discovery Hall is connected to the older Randall Library, which received extensive renovations.
Wrightsville Beach Coast Guard speaks on rescuing missing diver off Bald Head Island
The U.S. Coast Guard and good Samaritans helped rescue 54 year-old diver Steve Oatman after learning he was missing Monday afternoon.
History with ‘Hud’: Living with sharks for centuries along Cape Fear coast
Many people list sharks as one of the main reasons they’re afraid of the ocean. However, you’re more likely to be struck by lightning than you are to be bitten by a shark. Even so, the Cape Fear has had its share of shark stories over the centuries.
Destruction of beaver dam by Whiteville residents credited with lessening flood levels downtown
The North Carolina Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network showed there was a drop in water level of more than a foot, to under 3 feet, caused by the dam removal as measured at the South Madison Street bridge. Once Debby hit, the water level rose to as high as 7 feet.
Dark Horse Stages reveals upcoming soundstage upgrades
Dark Horse Stages is currently undergoing a significant rebranding, with their soundstages receiving a makeover.
The state-of-the-art facilities are under construction and are slated to open next month in September.
Pender County man accused in the death of his sister awaits extradition in Ohio
23-year-old Matthew Dolan is being held in connection with the death of his 21-year-old sister, Megan Dolan.
Expert warns of health risks as stagnant floodwaters persist
A week after Tropical Storm Debby hit the Carolinas, there is standing floodwater in many areas of the Cape Fear.
WWAY Pigskin Preview: North Brunswick Scorpions
The Brunswick County championship has run through Leland for three straight years. Will it be four?
The Scorpions have consecutive seasons with playoff wins and have strong culture under Head Coach Bryan Davis.
But with as much inexperience as they have right now, he feels it’s like ‘year one’.
WWAY Pigskin Preview: Topsail Pirates
Pirates look to capitalize with a lot of returning experience
The Topsail football programs had only six seniors find the field for significant playing time last season.
That sets them up primely for 2024, given there’s a lot of question marks for other top teams in the Mideastern Conference.
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare hosting ‘Last Chance for White Pants’ gala
It is once again time for Lower Cape Fear LifeCare’s largest fundraiser and the area’s favorite end-of-summer celebration, Last Chance for White Pants Gala.
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare’s annual gala, Last Chance for White Pants, will be on Saturday, August 24, from 7-11 p.m. at The Hangar at Modern Aviation.
Pender County farmers dealing with too much water after weeks of drought
After more than a month of drought and heat burn, excessive rainfall over the last couple of weeks, including Tropical Storm Debby last week, is causing problems for farmers.
Portions of Highway 53 still flooded days after Debby
The Northeast Cape Fear River rested around 16.5 feet, half a foot over what the National Weather Service considers as major flood levels.