Local recipients to receive $53 million in grants from New Hanover Community Endowment
The New Hanover Community Endowment has revealed the recipients of $53 million in grants over the next three years.
Thousands without power as severe weather impacts Cape Fear area
According to Duke Energy, about 4,000 people are without power, with over 1,000 outages located in both Leland and Wilmington.
NHC Fire Rescue, Wrightsboro hosts ‘Story Time with Santa’
It was an opportunity to come together, share in the season’s magic, and create cherished memories with loved ones.
Full Court Press December 15, 2023
Week 4
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Conference games are in full swing for this young basketball season. GIRLS SCORES HOGGARD 53 – WEST BRUNSWICK 28 LANEY 48 – ASHLEY 22 SOUTH BRUNSWICK 33 – NEW HANOVER 71 NORTH BRUNSWICK 30 – TOPSAIL 53 WEST BLADEN 40 – WHITEVILLE 35 WEST COLUMBUS 21 – TRASK 52 PENDER 23 – EAST COLUMBUS 48 BOYS…
Kure Beach holds meeting on new beach management plan
Kure Beach was able to create the plan because of the success the town had with its beach re-nourishment program that expanded the town’s dunes.
Plastic Ocean Project planting trees at New Hanover County Landfill Saturday
A Cape Fear non-profit is getting their hands dirty this weekend and asking for your help.
WWAY sends off Toys for Tots donations
Toys for Tots came to WWAY on Friday to load up hundreds of toys you’ve donated for the last few weeks.
Victim’s family reacts to verdict in 2020 Monkey Junction Walmart murder
Carter has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder, and 4 to 6 years in prison for robbery with a dangerous weapon for his role in the murder.
Perry’s Emporium giving back this holiday season
Perry’s Emporium will be supporting 13 non-profits in 12 days, with two charities being awarded with portions of profits on Christmas Eve.
Bellamy Mansion and Museum in Wilmington “Nights of Lights” Dec. 20-22
The mansion will be adorned with Victorian-era holiday decorations, and volunteers will explain the house's history to guests
The Bellamy Mansion and Museum will host a free Nights of Lights ‘come-and-go’ open house Dec. 20 -22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. each night, featuring period decorations and volunteers to explain the historical significance of the decor.
‘We move forward:’ Southport swears in new aldermen, mayor
SOUTHPORT (WWAY) — In Southport, a new Board of Aldermen is seated, including a new mayor. Aldermen Tom Lombardi and John Allen left dais Thursday evening, after losing their seats in November’s election. Marc Spencer and Rebecca Kelley were sworn in as new aldermen, and Lowe Davis was sworn in, again, after winning re-election. Doctor Joe Pat Hatem also left…
Novant Health and WMPO discuss alternative travel options for citizens during upcoming Cape Fear Memorial Bridge work
The beginning of 2024 will not just mark a new year, it will mark new challenges for commuters in the cape fear.
Man convicted of First-degree murder in connection to fatal shooting in 2020
25-year-old Laron Lee Carter has been charged with First-degree murder and Robbery With a Dangerous Weapon.
Columbus Christian Academy to host ‘Merry Christmas Market’ Saturday
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — One school is getting creative and festive with ways to fundraise. Columbus Christian Academy in Whiteville, off Peacock Rd. at Smyrna Baptist Church, is wrapping up the first half of the academic year. Both staff and students are settled in after renovating the mobile units, bought from the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office for one dollar, into…
Northwest Police Department offers cash reward in missing persons case
The Northwest Police Department is asking for your help in a 2021 missing persons case.
Wilmington to explore new museum celebrating the city’s most famous athlete
New Hanover County, in collaboration with the Jordan Family, is set to enter a planning phase for a museum to honor Michael Jordan’s Family in Wilmington.
History with ‘Hud’: The story of a Wilmington pilot who left her mark in the sky
Anna Pennington earned her pilots license in 1941, becoming just the third woman in North Carolina to do so.
UNCW professor selected as UNC System Faculty Fellow
Nathaniel Grove, a chemistry professor and the Director of the Center for the Support of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, has been chosen as one of three UNC System Faculty Fellows for the upcoming year.
Parking woes continue to plague Carolina Beach as people share feedback with town staff
The contentious issue of parking in Carolina Beach reached a boiling point on Wednesday night as residents, business owners, and visitors packed the council chambers to voice their concerns about the current parking program.
Rooted in Wilmington: North Carolina Azalea Festival unveils annual artwork
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH (WWAY) — An homage to a tree and a festival intertwined in Wilmington history. The North Carolina Azalea Festival unveiled the artwork representing its seventy-seventh year of festivities Wednesday night. This year’s selection, “Southern Roots,” is an oil painting by Wilmington artist Sharon Jones. It depicts the back – an often overlooked side – of Airlie Gardens’ namesake…
Cardiologist warns about heart attack death spike during winter holidays
“If you’re at risk of a heart attack or think you’re having a heart attack, don’t ignore it just because its the holidays,” says Frederick Meine, MD.
Community members and business owners gather for Opportunity Youth event
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — A regional conversation on “Opportunity Youth” was held in Brunswick County Wednesday afternoon. Business owners, local government officials, and community members from Pender, Columbus, Brunswick, and New Hanover County gathered for the event. “Opportunity youth” refers to young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are either not in school or not working. Ginger…
NCDOT provides update on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge work and communication on the project
“This project cannot wait another year, but if you wait another year, you may have a bigger disaster waiting”
How ILM is getting ready for the holiday travel season
The airport has added more parking spots and new concession stands to make things easier and more enjoyable for travelers.