‘Golf Balls as Gifts’ raises nearly $500,000 for the ‘Wounded Warrior Project’
A Brunswick County man has raised nearly half a million dollars for the ‘Wounded Warrior Project’ and in a unique way.
HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND: Dragon Boat Regatta returns in Carolina Beach
This weekend marks the return of an event that’s fun for the whole family, the annual Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta. The 10th annual competition features 37-foot historic Chinese boats, paddled passionately by teams at Carolina Beach’s yacht basin. The competition is part of a global tradition, with championships in dragon boat racing drawing enthusiasts from around the world.
‘Teacher of the Month’ helps breathe life into Friday night lights
The 2023-2024 school year is officially underway, which means it’s time to bring back WWAY’s Teacher of the Month series. The first honoree this fall is someone who brings music to life and makes Friday night football an unforgettable experience, even for those who may not be sports enthusiasts.
Wrightsville Beach lifeguards gear up to make a splash on the international stage
From the East Coast to the Gulf Coast — two lifeguards from Wrightsville Beach are set to represent the United States this week on the international stage.
Fox and Hound closes its doors in Mayfaire unexpectedly
A popular restaurant unexpectedly closed its doors in Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington.
The man behind mazes in the Sunset Beach sand
One Brunswick County man is making Sunset Beach “a-MAZE-ing’ with his ‘doodles’ in the sand.
NASCAR Champion Kyle Larson visits New Hanover High School
NASCAR Cup Champion Kyle Larson and his team made a pit stop at New Hanover High School on Tuesday.
New Hanover County Schools Policy Committee discusses staff-student relationships
The New Hanover County Schools Policy Committee met Tuesday morning to discuss its policies and possibly update some of them.
‘Block Eatz’ comes to Cape Fear Community College’s North Campus
At Cape Fear Community Colleges’ north campus, a partnership between the college and ‘Genesis Block’ is providing students with a delicious opportunity.
Former “Ziggy’s” and “The Blue Eyed Muse” building undergoing interior demolition
After more than 5 years, the downtown Wilmington building that was the former home of “Ziggy’s” and “Blue Eyed Muse” is showing some signs of life.
Brunswick Partnership for Housing starting Build Hope campaign
The goal is to pay off the $75,000 mortgage on the Felton-Russell House in Southport, which provides temporary housing for those without a place to stay.
New Hanover County Commissioners and NCDOT discuss current and future transportation projects.
Whether it’s during rush hour or a Saturday afternoon, traffic is something drivers in New Hanover County deal with on a daily basis.
Couple walking from Maine to Key West makes their way through New Hanover County
The couple is walking along the East Coast Greenway from Maine to Key West, a distance of 3,000 miles.c
Wilmington Police discuss pedestrian safety
Wilmington Police offer advice after several deadly incidents involving pedestrians have happened over the last six days.
Board of Elections hosting Nat’l Voter Registration Day event throughout Brunswick Co.
Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day and the Brunswick County Board of Elections wants to make sure you are ready to head to the polls later this fall.
Representatives will be spread out around the county on Tuesday ready to help.
Wilmington Fire Department investigating after explosion at gun range
The Wilmington Fire Department is investigating after an explosion occurred at a gun range.
‘Quinn Twins’ reflect on Friday gridiron matchup ahead of conference opener
Braden (Ashley quarterback) and Joshua (Laney receiver) are brothers off the field and opponents on the field
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Football is a sport usually credited for creating brotherhoods. On Friday night, brothers were pitted against each other. The Ashley Screaming Eagles, in their first home game at Ashley Stadium this season, hosted the Laney Buccaneers to begin conference play. A game normally exciting to the masses, it was extra special for the Quinn family. Braden…
Annual American Craft Walk covers Front Street
Covering six blocks on Front Street and one block on Orange Street, the Annual American Craft Walk offered anything from mosaics and watercolors, to ceramics and wood art.
WWAY hosts Home and Outdoor Living Show
Vendors at the expo on Saturday provided all you needed for your home including realtors, landscapers, roofers, HVAC, boat & RV, mortgage brokers, interior designers, and so much more.
The 5th Quarter September 15, 2023
Week 5
Tyjhere Crudup scores a touchdown (Photo: Jake Eichstaedt/WWAY)WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – The first week of conference games are done. See all the action below! Vote for the WWAY Play of the Week at WWAYTV3.com/vote NORTH BRUNSWICK 0 – HOGGARD 52 SOUTH BRUNSWICK 20 – NEW HANOVER 52 LANEY 40 – ASHLEY 13 TOPSAIL 50 – WEST BRUNSWICK 14 SOUTH COLUMBUS…
‘Pierce & Co.’ celebrates 125 years as a general store in Columbus County
One long-time business is celebrating a huge milestone – 125 years of serving the community.
New Hanover County Library offering free tutoring
There are tutors in every subject area from reading and writing, to precalculus.
Town of Leland transforms parking spaces celebrating Park(ing) Day
The Town of Leland repurposed three parallel spaces next to town hall with games, leisure space, and a food truck.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher hosting ‘Femme in STEM’ on Saturday
Leading women scientists in the Cape Fear region will highlight the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (NCAFF) 2023 Femme in STEM on Saturday.
According to Gail Lemeic with the aquarium, visitors will have the opportunity to look through microscopes, experience a tornado machine, and even get their hands dirty with some soil samples.