This week marks 62 years since the Battleship North Carolina arrived in Wilmington on October 2, 1961. The majestic ship had a major role in World War Two, and went on to play a big part in saving the Port City’s declining economy.
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office hosted their National Night Out at Long Leaf Park on Wednesday.
After over 40 years of being on two wheels, Wilmington resident Ryan Nyquist is having his name recognized for being one of the best.
HAMPSTEAD, NC (WWAY) — We often hear about ‘porch pirates,’ or people who steal packages from someone else’s front door, but one community in Hampstead is dealing with a different kind of theft. A resident captured video of mail being stolen. At first, former Wilmington police officer James Conway did not notice anything wrong when he drove past a parked…
A fundraising shrimp boil scheduled for 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 hopes to raise awareness of, and support for, programs aimed to help underserved young people in the greater Wilmington, NC community.
Hunter Ingram with Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens will lead four walking tours exploring 300 years of history in the Port City Oct. 6 and 7, 2023 and the Saturday tours will coincide with the fall craft market at the House.
This loan will allow the affordable housing project to begin.
Spark Academy held its ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday and is scheduled to open on October 9th.
Some groups aren’t happy about the new North Carolina State Budget, believing it’s lacking in important areas.
This year’s Wilmington Riverfest includes food stations, arts and crafts vendors, live music, a Kidzone, stage performances and plenty of great people-watching along the downtown Wilmington riverfront.
Five of the seven people vying for two seats on Wilmington City Council shared their thoughts on pressing issues in the community on Monday night.
A Wilmington family is looking for answers after a 26-year-old man and new father was shot to death outside his home more than 15 years ago.
What happened to Emmett Irving in 2008 remains unsolved.
In preparation for construction to begin, the playground at Founders Park in Leland will close on Wednesday.
“If something happens at their house, and they can’t come to the door, instead of their door having to be broken into or broken down to get access to them, we can be dispatched and use our keys to actually open the door.”
A Columbus County man has confessed to killing his son, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office.
The tournament was in support of the paws4people Foundation, and NHC First Responders who apply for a service dog through their organization.
The event was a showcase of the many sides of Latino culture in our area.
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…
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.
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…
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
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
Friday is National Coffee Day, and the Good Morning Carolina team celebrated with a live demonstration featuring a local barista.
A UNCW student has been charged with sex offenses against a child he was babysitting.