Pro-Palestine supporters protest President Biden’s visit
More than 30 protestors gathered outside the Wilmington Convention Center, calling on President Biden to order a ceasefire in Gaza.
Brunswick Community College Health Sciences Dept. undergoing an expansion
Brunswick Community College is expanding. Renovations to the college’s Health Sciences Building in Bolivia are underway.
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Luke Hobbs
Our WWAY Student Athlete of the Week comes from Topsail high school where he excels on the field and in the classroom.
Pender County man receives solo art show, Lower Cape Fear LifeCare invites community
A Pender County man is having his artwork featured in a special art show next week.
WHATS HAPPENING: May 3rd-5th
With the first weekend of May upon us, lets take a look at What’s Happening in the Cape Fear.
History with ‘Hud’: Remembering Southport’s ‘gentleman giant’ fisherman, who stood nearly 8 feet tall
Some figures in the Cape Fear’s storied history are truly larger than life. That’s the case with Elias Gore, known in the early 20th century as “the gentleman giant” of Southport.
Local reaction to potential marijuana reclassification
The reclassification would allow the health effects of marijuana to be researched and studied more easily.
10th Annual Jewish Film Festival happening May 1-9
It’s lights, camera, action for the 10th Annual Jewish Film Festival.
UNCW student speaks out as Florida implements 6-week abortion ban
As state and federal elections approach in November, some people—like UNCW Junior Madeline Stewart—worry that North Carolina will join other states in an all-out ban on abortion.
New Hanover County reaches agreement with Cheetah Gentlemen’s Club
An agreement between the owner of the gentlemen’s club, Jerry Reid, and county attorneys was signed March 22. The agreement establishes that the county can use the parking spaces for free, Monday through Friday.
Topsail Beach hosts Little Pink Houses of Hope cancer patients and survivors
A non-profit organization is providing some breast cancer patients and survivors with a retreat to remember. WWAY caught up with them Wednesday.
Descendants working to preserve historic Rock Hill Black cemetery in Castle Hayne
Some descendants of people buried at Rock Hill Cemetery, a historic Black cemetery, want to continue its preservation as a new community is built near it.
“They’re the reason I’m here”: Laney parents who saved New Hanover coach’s life throw out first pitch
Jennifer Jones and Jennifer Foster are proud Buccaneer baseball moms. But, they are also nurses. A rivalry did not get in the way of a heroic act that has bonded the three for life.
March 27th, 2024 could have been one of the saddest days in New Hanover County Athletics history. But it wasn’t – thanks to two first responders.
Whiteville High School students learn lessons in law
Some students at one school in Columbus County are learning lessons in law in a hands-on way. Tuesday’s lesson involved professionals who are involved with the court system each day.
Leland residents rally in response to proposed tax increase ahead of Thursday’s town council meeting
It’s no secret that Leland residents are not thrilled by the proposed 17% tax rate increase, and today’s rally is just one of several that have been held over the last several weeks.
Wrightsville Beach’s Harbor Way Garden hosting fundraiser this weekend
“Art at the Harbor Way Garden” is making a return to Wrightsville Beach this weekend, and its all part of keeping the garden beautiful for residents and visitors.
Pet Pals: Pocket Pit mix looking for forever home
This week’s pet pal is a 6 to 8-year old female Pocket Pit mixed breed.
Public hearing on North Carolina Carbon Plan held in Wilmington
Monday’s hearing was the third of four in-person public hearings held about the state’s Carbon Plan.
Pender County Board of Commissioner holds its first budget work session
The Pender County Board of Commissioner held their first county budget work session today.
“Showing the type of guy that I am”: Former Laney football player Alfahiym Walcott speaks on invite to NFL rookie minicamp
Walcott graduated from Laney in 2018 before playing for Baylor and Arkansas
A former Laney standout did not near his name called during NFL draft weekend, but Alfahiym Walcott still has the chance to keep his NFL dream alive.
Wrightsville Beach locals and visitors enjoy warm weather
Temperatures were in the high 70’s on Monday and lots of folks took advantage of the warm weather at Wrightsville Beach.
UNCW students protest proposed DEI policy change
The protest comes in response to a UNC Board of Governors proposal that takes aim at diversity, equity, and inclusion on college campuses.
Town of Wrightsville Beach reminds cyclists to steer clear of sidewalks
Some cyclists in Wrightsville Beach are raising concerns over the rules of the road. WWAY visited that beach town on Monday.
What’s going on with Greenfield Lake?: UNCW marine biologist explains
While the algae isn’t harmful to wildlife, Grogan noted blooms of this magnitude are not natural for the lake, and that one of the biggest contributing problems is stormwater runoff.