Brief relief on the way as work on CFMB eastbound lanes completed ahead of Azalea Festival
The work has been completed on all of the stringers or metal beams supporting the deck and the deck grid.
‘Teacher of the Month’ uses four-legged friend to ease student anxiety
Karla Vignati is getting ready to retire after 18 years in the classroom, and it’s not just their teacher that students will be missing this fall.
Policy talks aim to balance public input at New Hanover Board of Education meetings
Policy 2310 is part of a series of policies covering the board and public access to information.
New Hanover County Strawberry Farm set to re-open Wednesday
It’s getting closer to prime picking for strawberries and one New Hanover County farm is getting a head start on the season.
From the classroom to a career as Cape Fear holds annual trades fair for high school and college students
More than 70 companies participated, representing industries from plumbing and electricity to city services and management.
Voyage to Frying Pan Tower: A beacon of maritime history and renewed purpose
FRYING PAN SHOALS, NC (WWAY) — More than 30 miles off the coast of North Carolina, in the midst of seemingly never ending ocean, sits a steel structure that one man, with the help of countless volunteers, is working to give new life. Frying Pan Tower, originally built as a Coast Guard light tower to help mariners navigate the shallow…
Artist proposals being sought for new Carolina Beach mural
The Carolina Beach Mural Project is seeking artist proposals for their last mural of 2024.
Gas prices up for another straight week
Vecteezy (Photo from: MGN)North Carolina (WWAY) — Gas prices continue to go up nationwide including here in North Carolina. This week continued a multi-week trend of price bumps. Average gasoline prices in North Carolina have risen 11 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.31 a gallon. That’s according to GasBuddy’s survey of about 6100 stations statewide. Prices in…
Alisha Watts Suspect in Court
TROY, NC (WWAY) — James Dunmore, the man accused of killing his girlfriend Allisha Watts, appeared in court this morning. Dunmore’s defense team filed a motion asking the judge to release him after medical examiners autopsy report listed Watt’s cause of death as “Undetermined.” The judge denied the filing saying that while the autopsy report found no cause of death,…
128 affordable housing units approved in northern New Hanover County
New Hanover County Commissioners voted four to one in favor of approving a rezoning request for a non-profit organization’s plan to construct 128 affordable housing units in the northern part of the county.
WTXY 103.9 cleans up after weekend fire in Whiteville
A Columbus County broadcasting business is cleaning up and assessing the damage this evening following a weekend fire.
Cape Fear Creek Week kicks off for second year
Area environmental organizations are celebrating the region’s creeks, rivers, and streams all week long with a second annual event.
City, county present plan to address homelessness in New Hanover County
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — At an agenda briefing on Monday, Wilmington City Council discussed a strategic plan between the city and New Hanover County to support the area’s homeless population. Chief Strategy Officer Jennifer Rigby and House & Neighborhood Services Director Rachel LaCoe presented their path forward for the joint initiative. During the presentation, Councilwoman Salette Andrews noted that one…
Filming begins in Wilmington on BET original movie
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Work on a feature length film began in downtown Wilmington on Monday. Wilmington-based production company BR Films is behind the filming at the corner of 5th Ave and Walnut St. The production company said the filming is part of a BET+ original film that will be available on the streaming platform, and that filming will last…
Stuck semi-truck causes major backup on US 17 near Alexander Road
An accident involving a semi truck caused major traffic delays Monday afternoon.
Wrightsville Beach fire chief resigning March 28th
The Wrightsville Beach fire chief is officially resigning.
Six people, including two children, involved in Columbus County shooting
Multiple people were involved in a shooting over the weekend in Columbus County.
Panthers make plenty of moves during the first week of NFL free agency
This past week began NFL free agency for all 32 teams, with the Panthers certainly needing as much help as possible.
UNCW softball sweeps three game home series against Elon
The UNCW softball team played in a three game home series this weekend against state foe Elon at Boseman Field.
Oak Island hosts 7th annual ‘Doggie Eggstravaganza’ at Salty Dog Park
Some furry friends got the chance to hunt for some special treats in Oak Island this weekend.
NC State wins first ACC Championship since 1987; receive #11 seed in NCAA Tournament
The NC State Wolfpack are your 2024 ACC Champions after defeating UNC 84-76.
Southern Farm Days wraps up three-day festival
LAKE WACCAMAW, NC (WWAY) — The 14th annual Southern Farm Days celebration wrapped up on Sunday. The three-day event is held every March in Lake Waccamaw and celebrates the history of American agriculture. The event hosted hundreds of antique tractors with dozens of vendors selling handmade goods, antiques, food, drinks, and more. Proceeds from the event go to…
New Hanover boys basketball perfect season falls short in championship game
Wildcats lose to the North Mecklenburg Vikings 57-47
WINSTON-SALEM N.C. (WWAY) – The New Hanover boys basketball team perfect season falls just short on the biggest stage. “This bunch set a school record for wins in a season,” Head Coach Kirk Angel said of his Wildcats. “These guys take a lot of pride in their program, how we do things, and the culture.” New Hanover loses to nationally…
North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce hosts local business expo
The expo showcased several local businesses hoping to share their products and services with the community, and pick up some new patrons along the way.