WATCH: 2024 StormTrack 3 Hurricane Special preparing Cape Fear for active season
The StormTrack 3 team of meteorologists spent the last several months putting together WWAY’s 2024 Hurricane Special.
Brunswick Family Assistance “Summer Foods Program” returns, supplies students with meals
One organization in Brunswick County is finding creative ways to supply students with food outside of the classroom.
Pet Pals: Female pit mix looking for forever home
Staff says D is an active, happy girl and does well with other dogs.
Brunswick County commissioners giving update about substance use, mental health
During the meeting, commissioners heard from the Substance Use, Addiction, and Mental Health Commission.
Preparations Underway for The Annual North Carolina Blueberry Festival
The North Carolina Blueberry Festival in Burgaw is a little more than a week away.
Carolina Beach talks summer safety measures in a busy beach town
With summer on the horizon, beach towns are preparing for the busy months ahead. Part of those preparations is making sure there is more than enough staffing of first responders.
Carolina Beach holds christening ceremony for newly renovated marina
The town of Carolina Beach held a celebration for the recently renovated municipal town marina. It took place on Monday afternoon at 301 Canal Dr. near Stoked Restaurant.
Belville beginning work on Highway 133 pedestrian pathway
Work is beginning soon on the Belville community multi-use path along highway 133.
Hi-Wire Brewing begins Pride Month with 2024 Pride Fest
The festival is among the first Pride Month celebrations in the Cape Fear this year
On Sunday, hundreds attended Pride Fest 2024 at Hi Wire Brewing. The festival is among the first Pride Month events in Wilmington this year.
Pender County Humane Society hosts inaugural Brunch Fundraiser
In addition to raising money, the fundraiser also gives Bandanas the chance to test out their new Sunday brunch schedule. All proceeds from the event go back to the no-kill shelter.
South Brunswick softball wins first-ever state championship
Cougars walked it off to defeat King's Mountain 2-1 to sweep the series
The Cougars finish the year on top, with a stellar 26-4 record. The team has zero seniors graduating.
CFCC Hosts 2nd Annual Small Biz Summit
Participants represent a wide range of industries from handcrafted goods to solar energy. One table in particular hosted three entrepreneurs, all from the same family.
Wilmington nonprofit builds beds for children in need
The event is organized by Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s Wilmington Chapter in collaboration with two Boy Scouts—Wesley Caddell and Lawson Rottman—who are working towards their Eagle Scout rank.
Family of missing Columbus County woman ask for help finding her
DELCO, NC (WWAY) — The family of a missing Columbus County woman is asking the public for help to find her. Shanna Perry was last seen on April 26th in the Delco area of the county, and her mother and aunt last spoke to her the day before. Perry was 5 months pregnant when she was last seen. Her mother…
Coastal Horizon holds 9th annual Duck Derby
20,000 rubber ducks floated down the park’s lazy river, and ducks could be “adopted” for $5 each.
Leland bicyclist suffers serious injuries after riding into the path of trash truck
Both lanes of Hwy. 17 north-bound in Leland are back open after a crash shut the road down earlier Friday morning.
Cape Fear River Watch celebrates 30th anniversary with special event
Cape Fear River Watch is celebrating 30 years of advocating for clean water. They’re holding a birthday party Friday night at Brooklyn Arts Center in downtown Wilmington.
New Hanover County’s manager budget recommendations increases school funding and cuts Port City United
Among its recommendations was keeping the county’s tax rate at 45 cents per $100 of property valuation and cutting several programs.
South Brunswick softball team hits the road for the state championship
BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WWAY) — The South Brunswick softball team hit the road Thursday on their way to potentially win a state championship. The Lady Cougars left this morning where they will be competing against Kings Mountain in a three game series. Dozens of friends, family and school faculty sent the team off with lots of cheers. When the…
New Hanover Community Endowment plans to invest millions of dollars to support affordable housing
According to a recent study, 35% of households in New Hanover County are “cost burdened.” This means they spend more than 30% of their household income on housing expenses.
UNCW hosts Brick by Brick program, students get hands on experience
UNCW hosted students from Lincoln Elementary on Thursday, giving them a closer look at sea creatures and higher education.
History with ‘Hud’: Remembering a time when movie theaters dotted downtown Wilmington
As the weather continues to heat up heading into summer, more people will be looking for indoor activities to escape the hot temperatures outside. A popular way to pass the time indoors is going to see a movie. While there are several modern options across the area, there was a time when flashy downtown Wilmington theaters ruled the scene.
Several Cape Fear beaches top list of best beaches in North Carolina
USA Today revealed the results of their Best Beach in North Carolina poll. An expert panel nominated their top picks for beaches across the state, and voters made the final selections, with Ocean Isle Beach named as the best beach in the state.
Thalian Hall to host advanced premiere of “The Exorcism”
The advanced premiere of The Exorcism starring academy award winner Russell Crowe will be held at Thalian Hall.