Southport Winterfest Flotilla to light up the waterway this weekend
The City of Southport has been celebrating the holidays all week and the fun will continue into the weekend.
Menorah lit to celebrate first night of Hanukkah in Wilmington
The Festival of Lights has officially begun.
New scholarship aimed at helping less fortunate NC students will be offered starting this year
The Next NC scholarship is available to state residents planning to attend a North Carolina community college or a UNC system public university.
Closing arguments given in Maple Hill triple murder trial
Both the prosecution and the defense gave closing arguments on Wednesday, December 7th in the trial of Michael Miller Jr. Miller is accused of shooting and killing 26-year-old William Coley and 22-year-old Destiny Greene, who was 7 months pregnant at the time, in November of 2020.
Wilmington Fire Department collects close to 1,300 lbs. of food for ‘Nourish N.C.’
It’s the season for giving, something first responders in the area do every day, and they have found yet another way to serve the community.
Wilmington Fire Department and local tree farm talk dry Christmas tree dangers
Christmas is less than three weeks away and many are heading to tree lots to pick up the perfect live tree to decorate.
More than 230 “Wreaths of Honor” displayed on the Battleship North Carolina
On the U.S.S. North Carolina, “Wreaths of Honor” being displayed along the Battleship to honor veterans and service members.
Wilmington remembers the Pearl Harbor attack on it’s 82nd anniversary
Thursday marked the 82nd anniversary of Pearl Harbor and one historic building in downtown Wilmington is remembering that day.
Historic homes to be showcased in Southport’s Holiday Tour of Homes
Several events are happening throughout the week and this weekend in Southport as a part of the city’s Winterfest.
Leland man named Nicholas, born on Christmas day collecting gifts to deliver
Nicholas Newell from Wilmington founded the Saint Nicholas Christmas Foundation to bring joy to the young and old at Christmas. The foundation gives toys and gifts to more than 500 people in six states.
History with ‘Hud’: How Airlie Gardens blossomed from a private estate into an extremely popular public garden
The area now known as Airlie Gardens was originally part of 640-acre land grant from King George II given to brothers Jonathon and Solomon Ogden in 1735.
Pender County students enjoy an evening in Downtown Wilmington, some for the first time
WILMINGTON (WWAY) — Students from Heide Trask High School in Rocky Point enjoyed an evening in Downtown Wilmington on Wednesday. For some, it was their first time visiting the city. Tracey Podolinsky is an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher at the high school. She took twenty-seven of her students to Wilmington to see the Wilson Center’s showing…
Senator Thom Tillis speaks on $1 billion NC rail grant
About $3.5 million from the recent infrastructure law will be used to develop a scope, schedule and cost estimate for 7 potential corridors.
Shallotte’s ‘Mason Dixon’ is a small business that makes a big difference
It’s getting colder across the Cape Fear and if you don’t have a warm coat or jacket. You’ll certainly need one.
Controversial decision as NHCS Board of Education dissolves Equity, Diversity and Inclusion committee
The motion to dissolve the committee came from school board member Melissa Mason, who was also the committee’s chairman.
Where and how to recycle your oyster shells after using them
Oyster recycling sites are setup along the coast where shells can be dumped to be recycled.
Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens plans holiday market and open house
The event Dec. 9 features more than 35 arts and craft vendors, food, live music and evening tours of Wilmington's oldest historic site
The Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens are all dressed up in holiday finery, and ready for guests at the holiday market Saturday, Dec. 9 and open house later that evening.
Cape Fear Brew Crew: Hi-Wire Brewing
Join us tomorrow, 12/7, from 6-9 at Hi-Wire Brewing!
This week, the Cape Fear Brew Crew visited Hi-Wire Brewing! Join us tomorrow, December 7th, from 6-9 pm, for a pint night benefiting Wagon Tails Farm Rescue, a local organization that rescues animals and gives them a second chance. The Cape Fear Brew Crew invites you to Hi-Wire Brewing for an evening of craft beer and furry friends, where you…
New and returning Wilmington City Council members sworn in
The newest members of Wilmington City Council have been officially sworn in.
Toys for Tots do toy pickup from Brunswick County elves, St. James Woodworkers
The St. James Woodworkers have been handmaking toys to donate to Toys for Tots.
Lawsuit claims Columbus County Jail staff didn’t stop an inmate from being assaulted
A lawsuit filed against several jail employees and the former sheriff claimed an inmate was severely beaten and staff didn’t stop it.
Experts offer safety advice while shopping this holiday season
Security experts says the rush to check things off the holiday shopping list for friends and family can sometimes leave you open to becoming the victim of a crime.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher: Ways to go green during holidays, gift-giving
This holiday season, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is encouraging the community to take the pledge to give green and live green by thinking sustainably when planning celebrations and gift-giving.
Pet Pals: adult female tabby cat looking for forever home
This week’s pet pal is an adult female tabby cat.