Mobile bus plant store slowly recovering after losing plants in winter storm
After losing so many plants after the recent winter storm, Soulstice Botanicals is ready to bounce back after the help of local community.
UNCW men beat Hofstra, women split weekend contests
It was a three-day stretch mostly filled with winning for UNCW basketball, but a bittersweet one in some aspects.
Alliance for Cape Fear Trees, and other organizations, give away trees on Valentines Day
In Downtown Wilmington, several organizations joined together to giveaway one thousand trees.
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The regular season is over, which means it is time to crown some conference champions.
The Novant Health Foundation distributed 30-thousand bouquets of flowers
Another gesture of love is flowers! In celebration of valentine’s day, The Novant Health Foundation distributed 30-thousand bouquets of flowers to hospital patients and health care workers across Novant Health Facilities throughout North and South Carolina.
Love is in the air at New Hanover County Register of Deeds
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love was in the air at the New Hanover County Register of Deeds.
Cybersecurity experts urges stronger ‘cyber hygiene’ after Cape Fear scams
Late last year, two municipalities in the Cape Fear fell victim to cyber attacks losing hundreds of thousands of dollars. A cyber expert at UNCW spoke with WWAY to share why cyber criminals target municipalities.
Experts highlight AI, robotics and future of neurosciences at Novant Symposium
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center held its inaugural neuroscience symposium Thursday and Friday.
‘Baskets of Love’ brighten Valentine’s Day for Brunswick County nursing home residents
In honor of Valentine’s Day, one Brunswick County organization is making this year’s heart-centered holiday extra special for some nursing home residents.
Show your heart some love: experts share tips to prevent heart disease
Valentine’s Day is all about hearts — the candy ones, paper ones, and the ones we give away. But doctors say the most important heart is the one keeping you alive.
‘Air Angels: Flight Helene’ brings volunteer rescue missions to TV audiences this weekend
A new documentary highlighting volunteer pilots who helped deliver lifesaving aid to Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene is set to make its broadcast television premiere this weekend on WWAY.
Southport Board of Aldermen opposes Interbasin Transfer Certificate from the Town of Fuquay-Varina
In a regular Southport Board of Aldermen meeting, city leaders talk about opposing the ITB certificate from the town of Fuquay Varina, and several other talking points.
UNCW takes down Elon 65-54
The UNCW men’s basketball game picked up a home win for the first time in 26 days after knocking off Elon 65-54 on Thursday.
Locals all around Wilmington remembers James Van Der Beek
People all around Wilmington remember James Van Der Beek
Pender County Schools board holds emergency meeting after alleged booster club embezzlement
The Pender County Schools Board of Education held an emergency meeting on Thursday after a Topsail High Boosters treasurer was arrested for alleged embezzlement.
Novant Health doctor urges colon cancer screenings after James Van Der Beek death
Medical experts at Novant Health report colon cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S. and it is the most common cancer in the country.
Pender Co. Republican leaders clash over mailer that endorsed primary candidates
Many Pender County residents received an advertisement in the mail this week claiming it was paid for by the Pender County Republic Party, though the county GOP said that isn’t the case. The GOP said this piece of mail is misleading voters.
Town of Carolina Beach takes tougher stance on abandoned vessels
Carolina Beach is taking a tougher stance against abandoned boats after one was left behind in local waters.
Novant Health announces $1B expansion plan for Wilmington region, including new heart tower and rehab hospital
Novant Health leaders have unveiled major long-term plans to expand health care services in the Wilmington region, including a new heart and vascular patient tower, a new rehabilitation hospital and significant facility upgrades at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Valentine’s Day Weekend
Residents across the Cape Fear region have several options to fill their weekend plans, with events ranging from Valentine’s shopping to pet-friendly fun and an opportunity to give back to the environment.
Locals gather in downtown Wilmington to remember James Van Der Beek
Locals in downtown Wilmington remember James Van Der Beek
With Nancy Guthrie’s surveillance footage going viral, professional explains best way to set up cameras
Nancy Guthrie’s surveillance footage has garnered a lot of attention, and many people are wondering how to properly set up cameras. Stephen Wheeler tells us how to set them up.
Hoggard tops Topsail 73-32
Hoggard boys basketball increased their win streak to nine following a 73-32 home win over Topsail.
Hoggard beats Topsail 56-21, clinches top seed in CCC tournament
It was only a matter of time, but Wednesday was when Hoggard girls basketball claimed the top seed in next week’s Carolina Coast Conference tournament following a 56-21 home win over Topsail.