New Hanover County investing $3.3 million in industrial center
New Hanover County has entered into an agreement to support the expansion of Wilmington Trade Center, a business park on US Highway 421 near the I-140 interchange.
Wilmington PD responds to Pravda shooting, night club shares statement online
A Wilmington man is facing several charges after a shooting at a dance club early Sunday morning.
New Hanover County Crime Stoppers inactive, similar program ran by Wilmington PD
One crime program is no longer active. We’re taking a look at another agency that runs a similar operation.
WARM NC names Andy Jones new CEO
WARM NC repairs and rebuilds homes due to disrepair or damage by severe weather to low-income families.
Players shine in second-ever New Hanover County high schools girls flag football tournament
Players shine in second-ever New Hanover County high schools girls flag football tournament.
Man injured after shooting at Pravda nightclub in downtown Wilmington Sunday morning
A shooting broke out in a popular dance club early Sunday morning in downtown Wilmington.
River cruise explores local history of TV and book series ‘Outlander’
A new river cruise is teaching history inspired by the TV and book series “Outlander.” The tour is hosted in collaboration with Wilmington Water Tours and the Burgwin Wright House.
Leland residents protest proposed tax hike outside town hall
Property tax rates were originally set for a 70% increase, but after mounting outrage from residents, town council proposed a lower 17% increase at their meeting on Tuesday. Still, some residents feel that any increase is unacceptable.
Wilmington hosts first Riverfront Famers’ Market of the season
The first Riverfront Farmers Market of the season was held along Dock St. between 2nd and Water St. on Saturday.
Whiteville Police, Fire seeks funding for additional staff
The city of Whiteville has several agencies requesting more money for additional staff following a city council budget meeting earlier this week.
County commissioners divided as Port City United funding remains uncertain
There’s been disagreement among New Hanover County Commissioners this week as they address the future of a violence intervention task force known as Port City United.
Wilmington Early College HS club raises money and supplies for Sokoto house
Students from the high school’s Adult Community Health Worker Club raised $104 and collected 500 toiletry items for people in need.
Work about to start on next phase of Boiling Spring Lakes dam restoration project
Work on the North Lake and Pine Lake dams is scheduled to begin within the next few days.
Brunswick County Superintendent addresses concerns over new security camera technology
The Brunswick County Superintendent is addressing concerns over their new security cameras following several community questions at a recent meeting.
Children’s Museum of Wilmington hosting NC Science Festival on Saturday
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Children’s Museum of Wilmington’s is hosting a celebration for the 2024 NC Science Festival on Saturday. This year’s theme is “State of Innovation” and the Museum will be hosting a morning full of fun activities that focus on technology and innovation. Visitors can look forward to engaging with technology without a screen and imagining themselves…
Educators, parents and caregivers in New Hanover County discuss solutions during the current Adderall shortage
A panel of guests in New Hanover County discussed the Adderall shortage and different methods to help children who may suffer from ADHD.
Wilmington native crowned as Miss Black NC USA
One Wilmington native is going national after winning the title of Miss Black North Carolina USA.
New Hanover County holds budget work session, revisits school district funding
A budget work session took place in New Hanover County Thursday afternoon discussing the upcoming fiscal year.
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Seth Williams
West Columbus senior leads Vikings in hits, slugging and home runs; talks promising career as an engineer
CERRO GORDO, N.C. (WWAY) – West Columbus senior Seth Williams in the WWAY Student Athlete of the Week. “I think it’s very important to be a student before athlete,” says Williams. “Sports can get you very far in life yes but at the end of the day being a student first is going to get you further.” The first baseman…
New non-profit voices concerns about New Hanover Community Endowment
The non-profit posted a petition expressing concerns about leadership changes at the endowment and lack of transparency regarding the $1.25 billion it oversees.
Construction worker hit and killed on Military Cutoff extension, driver charged with DWI
A construction worker is dead after being hit by a man who drove into a construction area.
“I have a love for the game that I can’t get away from,” senior chief at Oak Island Coast Guard also volunteers as South Brunswick coach
The Officer in Charge says leading young adults is a passion and he sees parallels between both jobs
Logan Adkisson lives a double life. By day and by night, he leads and serves in different ways.
Luckily for the Officer in Command at Oak Island Coast Guard, a lot of the qualities crossover, allowing him to be successful as an assistant soccer coach at South Brunswick High School.
NC Aquarium hosting croak for conservation, race for planet to celebrate Earth Day
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is hosting two family-friends events leading up to Earth Day that involve croaking or running.
Earth Day is on Monday, April 22, but you can start celebrating the weekend before at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
Burgaw residents raise concerns over proposed rezoning that could lead to more than 500 homes being built
A proposed housing development in the Town of Burgaw has some residents questioning if it would be a good fit in the area.