Fishermen rescue a deer found swimming in the ocean off Oak Island
A deer was spotted swimming in the ocean about 2 miles off of Oak Island.
Junior League of Wilmington hosting 15th annual ‘Touch-A-Truck’ event Sunday
The annual ‘Touch a Truck’ event is returning to Wilmington for its 15th year. The Junior League of Wilmington’s 15th Annual Touch-A-Truck is happening Sunday, October 15.
History with ‘Hud’: Remembering Babe Ruth’s visit to Wilmington as MLB playoffs continue
While the nearest big league team is hundreds of miles from Wilmington, the Port City was visited by the most widely known figure in baseball history over a century ago.
WWAY Play of the Week winner: Zeus Batts
New Hanover Wide Receiver caught game-winning touchdown pass against North Brunswick
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – The WWAY week 8 play of the week winner for the 5th Quarter is Zeus Batts from New Hanover High School. Categories: Sports
How Southport is preparing for expected population growth over the coming years
The Cape Fear Regional Council of Governments recently created an analysis for Southport, which projects the city’s population to increase by almost 50% by 2040.
WWAY Team of the Week: Pender
Patriots set a few records in their Friday 106-83 win
BURGAW, N.C. (WWAY) – History was made in Pender county Friday night. The Patriots game hosting the Hobbton Tigers produced the most points in a North Carolina high school football game ever with 189 and the most yards in a game ever with 1,633. Categories: Pender, Sports
Cape Fear couple shows it’s never too late to find love with similar ‘Golden Bachelor’ story
Finding true love is no easy task in itself. Finding it twice is what Greg and Caroline Gianoplus did, after facing some tough times earlier in their lives
Coffee shop in Downtown Wilmington gaining notoriety through social media for its outdoor setting
A new coffee shop in Downtown Wilmington is taking social media by storm, with some videos about them getting thousands of likes and shares.
UNCW Professor discusses the economy in relation to conflict in the Middle East
With the growing unrest in the Middle East, some are wondering what kind of financial impact the conflict will have here at home.
28th annual Art in the Arboretum Oct. 13, 14 and 15
More than 75 artist booths will be filled with 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art at the show and sale at the New Hanover County Arboretum
More than 75 artists plan to set up shop October 13, 14 and 15, 2023, for the 28th annual Art in the Arboretum festival featuring many types of 2-D and 3-D art, food trucks, live entertainment and kids’ activities.
Residents express concerns over newly opened Military Cutoff Extension
Alleviating traffic is one of the main purposes of the new Military Cutoff Road Extension. But according to some, the new road has been a bit frustrating.
Whiteville man receives Hometown Hero Award
One Columbus County man received recognition and an award for his service to the country and community.
Woman charged with second-degree murder appears in court; victims family speaks out
A woman charged with second-degree murder made her first court appearance Tuesday in New Hanover County.
Connections in the Cape Fear to Israel and Palestine
The violence in Israel and retaliatory strikes in Gaza continues.
North Carolina burn survivor shares inspiring story, overcoming a “Life Ignited”
Connor McKemey was just 13-years-old when his life was turned upside down following a backyard propane explosion.
Brunswick County Board of Elections explains voting absentee with new voter ID rule
If submitting an absentee ballot, you must submit a copy of your photo ID in order for your vote to be counted or fill out an ID exception form.
Wilmington Police urging people to lock their cars following recent gun thefts
Since the first of the year, more than 60 guns have been stolen from vehicles in the city of Wilmington.
Aquarium invites you to wear Halloween costume for ‘Boo to Trash’ beach cleanup
Trash is scary and this Halloween season, the community is invited to work together to slay pollution at the Boo to Trash Beach Cleanup. It is happening Sunday, Oct. 22, 8-10 a.m. at the Carolina Beach Pier hosted by the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, the Town of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Pier.
Countdown to College events in New Hanover County Oct. 9 and 12
Laney High School hosts a parent info session Oct. 9, with a repeat hosted by Hoggard Oct. 12.
The FAFSA will be available to families in December, two months later than the normal October release date. That gives families time to ask questions and become educated about applying, and paying, for college in the 2024-2025 school year.
UPDATE: Details released about Monday morning homicide at Fort Fisher Historic Park
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that occurred Monday just before 9 a.m. at Fort Fisher State Historic Park.
Brunswick County’s Intercultural Festival returns after several year absence
Residents representing more than a dozen countries participated.
WMPO takes public input on potential location of Gullah Geechee Heritage Trail
This study will bridge the gap between conceptual planning and construction of a trail that will celebrate local cultural heritage, promote sustainable transportation and recreation, and encourage economic development.
The 5th Quarter October 6, 2023
Week 8
LELAND, N.C. (WWAY) – October is here and we are knee deep in in conference play, with just one month remaining before playoffs. See the full week 8 show below! NORTH BRUNSWICK 21 – NEW HANOVER 30 LANEY 49 – WEST BRUNSWICK 7 TOPSAIL 40 – SOUTH BRUNSWICK 34 ASHLEY 6 – HOGGARD 38 SOUTH COLUMBUS 6 – WEST COLUMBUS…
Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter talks to WWAY ahead of Wilmington concert
Pop star and Backstreet Boy Nick Carter is making a stop in Wilmington on his new solo tour. After wrapping up the Backstreet Boys’ DNA World Tour, Carter started his new solo tour called “Who I am” on October 4. Carter will be performing at Cape Fear Community College’s Wilson Center on October 13 at 7:00 p.m.