Private group proposes ambitious Leland Central Park concept
The proposed Leland Central Park would cover 110 acres, or about 14 times larger than Leland Founders Park, which is currently under renovation.
Tips to beat the heat for pet owners, including how to avoid contracting Lyme Disease
While more people are spending time outdoors this time of year, rising temperatures can be dangerous for you and your pet.
Details released about Wilmington officer-involved deadly shooting
Details have been released surrounding an officer-involved deadly shooting Thursday night in Wilmington.
Burgaw preparing for 21st Annual North Carolina Blueberry Festival
Organizers are nearly done preparing for the 40 to 50,000 visitors expected between Friday night and Saturday.
Wilmington Fire Department’s Chief Mason to ride in 12th annual Carolina Brotherhood Ride
One of Wilmington’s own is participating in a more than 600-mile bike ride charity event.
Wilmington’s The Eagle’s Dare facing fines due to weekly concert series, hopeful to find a solution in the near future
A popular spot in downtown Wilmington has been getting fined for hosting free music concerts.
Planning a vacation this summer? Travel insurance might be an option for you
Summertime is nearly here, prime time for people to head out on vacation. But with hurricane season here, you might need to think ahead.
Cape Fear Explorers uncover two fireplaces at Belvedere Plantation in Leland
A local non-profit organization in the Cape Fear made yet another discovery from the past.
Harbor Island Garden Club looking to lease top floor of Wrightsville Beach Bordeaux Cottage
The Harbor Island Garden Club is looking to lease the top floor of the Bordeaux Cottage in Wrightsville Beach.
History with ‘Hud’: Detailing the oldest house in one of Cape Fear’s oldest coastal towns
With the Cape Fear being extremely suseptable to storm surge and high winds from passing tropical systems, there aren’t many structures along the coast which have survived multiple centuries. But one house in an 18th century coastal community is still standing strong after more than 200 years along the water.
NC Wildlife Federation calling for end to inshore shrimp trawling following cancelation of recreational flounder season
North Carolina is the only state along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts to allow in-shore shrimp trawling, or trawling in rivers and bays.
New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority approves $4.9 million budget, will focus on out-of-state marketing
The approved budget will cover the Authority’s out-of-state marketing to bring more people to the area and improve the Authority’s riverfront booth.
Brunswick County outdoor music venue expected to open next spring, details surrounding the project and reaction
An outdoor music venue is set to make its debut in Brunswick County next spring. WWAY spoke to the people behind the blueprint on Wednesday.
Fawn season upon us, what to do if you stumble upon one
Oh, deer! It’s fawn season which means you may see more of these baby deer firsthand. But wildlife experts said there are a number of do’s and don’ts if you happen to come across one.
Wilmington Fire Department holds first session of its Junior Fire Academy
The Wilmington Fire Department hoping to spark interest in firefighting among some area high school students.
Demolition underway where Wawa is scheduled to be built on S. 17th Street
Demolition has begun in an area where a new convenience store is expected to be built.
12th annual ‘Fred Lynch Invitational’ basketball tournament begins Monday
206 total games will be played over the four sites
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – The popular annual summer basketball tournament at Laney High School returns for its 12th year starting Monday. 96 total teams will compete at four different sites, and 42 of them are local high school varsity or junior varsity teams. Flight 22 releases our schedule for the 12th Annual Fred Lynch Invitational. We are excited to welcome…
Bob Harris, former radio play-by-play voice of Duke athletics, dies at 81
Retired Duke sports radio play-by-play announcer Bob Harris died Wednesday.
Tips to follow to avoid alligators during their mating season
Kent said gators can and will live anywhere there is water and NC Wildlife will work with HOAs and neighborhoods to put up signs warning about them.
Wilmington Police Department getting ready for its 27th Demo Day
Some of the displayed equipment will include a SWAT Bearcat, squad cars, and the bomb squad.
Suspect arrested after leading police on high speed chase in stolen Amazon delivery truck
The pursuit ended on Boogie Blvd off Island Creek Road near Hampstead.
Lost bracelet found in Myrtle Beach, uncovers cherished love story involving fallen New Jersey police officer
A calabash diver is labeling his latest find his greatest find.
NCDOT shares an inside look at preparation before storms hit
We’re just over a week into hurricane season and according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, crews in our area are ready for potential future storms.
Pet Pals: Female dog looking for her forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is a six to seven-year-old female named Bella.