Columbus County man confesses to killing his son, West Columbus High School student
A Columbus County man has confessed to killing his son, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office.
New Hanover County First Responders fundraise with kickball tournament
The tournament was in support of the paws4people Foundation, and NHC First Responders who apply for a service dog through their organization.
Cape Fear Latinos Festival returns to Wilmington for second year
The event was a showcase of the many sides of Latino culture in our area.
The 5th Quarter September 29, 2023
North Brunswick celebrates an interception (Photo: FOCUS)WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Week 7 was simply wild. There were many ‘first since’ wins for our local teams. See all the action below! Remember to vote for the WWAY Play of the week by going to WWAYTV3.com/vote ASHLEY 14 – NEW HANOVER 7 WEST BRUNSWICK 7 – HOGGARD 44 TOPSAIL 20 – NORTH…
Saturday marks one year since Hurricane Ian in the Cape Fear
Ian’s arrival in late September of last year should serve as our reminder to be prepared for any storm this Atlantic Hurricane Season could still bring.
Hoggard’s Unified program receives national recognition from Special Olympics
Vikings students say promoting inclusivity can be fun
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) announced that six Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® in North Carolina are receiving national banner recognition for their efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for students with and without disabilities for the 2023-2024 school year, according to SONC President/CEO Keith L. Fishburne. The North Carolina schools below will be amongst…
WWAY Play of the Week: South Columbus
Quarterback Rush Blackwell dove for the pylon on 4th down to score for the Stallions
TABOR CITY, N.C. (WWAY) – South Columbus senior Rush Blackwell has won the WWAY Play of the Week for a 4th down touchdown run against Pender Friday night. The quarterback dove for the pylon to score, one of his four touchdowns against the Patriots. Categories: Sports
Team of the Week: Ashley
Screaming Eagles
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – The Ashley Screaming Eagles are the WWAY Team of the Week for week six. Ashley ended a 9-game conference losing streak by defeating West Brunswick, and improved to 3-2 on the season. The Screaming Eagles face the New Hanover Wildcats this week at Legion Stadium. Categories: Sports
Good Morning Carolina team celebrates National Coffee Day
Friday is National Coffee Day, and the Good Morning Carolina team celebrated with a live demonstration featuring a local barista.
UNCW student charged with sex offenses against child he was babysitting
A UNCW student has been charged with sex offenses against a child he was babysitting.
The Healing Place honors first cohort to complete residential recovery program
The first group of people to complete the residential program at The Healing Place of New Hanover County were celebrating on Thursday evening.
Breaking the Stigma: Coastal Horizons’ Overdose Awareness event empowers understanding and compassion
September marks National Recovery Month — aimed at educating people on substance use and mental health.
Reaction to Cinespace purchasing Screen Gems Studio and its impact
Recently, Cinespace Studios purchased the property from EUE/Screen Gems.
New Military Cutoff Extension opens in Wilmington to motorists
The Military Cutoff Extension is finally open for drivers in Wilmington
New Hanover County holding free drive-thru flu clinic
In Wilmington, New Hanover County Health and Human Services is holding a drive-thru flu clinic through Friday, September 28th, and again next week from October 2nd-6th, from 9 am to 3 pm.
STREAMin3 early childhood learning curriculum comes to Wilmington
Early childhood educators gathered at GLOW Academy to learn about a new teaching curriculum.
Feast Down East holding community cultivator event next week
Feast Down East is holding a community cultivator event next week.
History with ‘Hud’: The seemingly mysterious story behind Wilmington’s underground tunnels
Thousands of people make their way through downtown Wilmington each day, marveling at the historic buildings all around them. But few know about another piece of history lying mere feet below the road.
Cape Fear Latinos Festival at Live Oak Bank Pavilion rescheduled to Sept. 30, 2023
Tropical storm Ophelia forced the event to be pushed back a week, and now organizers are ready for the huge event this weekend
The Cape Fear Latinos Festival is expected to draw big crowds to the Live Oak Bank Pavilion in downtown Wilmington, NC to enjoy beautiful weather and plenty of Latino foods, music, arts and crafts, demonstrations and live performances.
Closing the chapter: YWCA marks retirement of Women of Achievement Awards after 38 years
The YWCA of the Lower Cape Fear celebrated the recipients of its Women of Achievement Awards on Wednesday night in New Hanover County.
Leland Fire Station 51 set to open Saturday
The town says the new station will provide more space for crews and equipment and allow firefighters to better serve Leland’s population.
Chapel of Horrors is ready to scare those who dare to visit in Wilmington
Opening this Friday, Chapel of Horrors in Wilmington is ready to make visitors jump out of their skin
Barr Evergreens of North Carolina buys Wilmington property to have more permanent location
After spending years at various locations throughout Wilmington, Barr Evergreens of North Carolina bought a property in the city to have a more permanent location.
EUE/Screen Gems sells Wilmington sound stage to expand global production platform
Cinespace Studios has announced the acquisition of EUE/Screen Gems studio campuses in Atlanta and Wilmington.