Brunswick County residents prepare for Tropical Storm Idalia
With Tropical Storm Idalia approaching, officials said they’re prepared for whatever it brings Wednesday evening.
2023 WWAY Job Fair showcases job opportunities and careers in the Cape Fear
Many vendors were available to speak with individuals looking for jobs in the local area. Many of the vendors included Wilmington Health, Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, UNCW, U.S. Army, Wilmington International Airport and more.
Currie Community Parade promises festive farewell to summer
As summer draws to a close and the Labor Day weekend approaches, the Currie community in Pender County is gearing up to finish the season on a high note.
Coastal communities prepare for Idalia impacts
As Idalia moves closer to the Cape Fear, coastal communities are bracing for impact.
New Hanover County Commissioners and local agencies discuss plans for growth and traffic within the county
Plans for current and future needs of infrastructure, traffic and growth were discussed at the New Hanover County Government Center on Tuesday.
Brunswick County EMS preparing for Idalia
Ahead of the storm making its way into the Cape Fear Wednesday and Thursday, Brunswick County Officials are preparing for any impacts we could see.
Department of Labor gives update on Belk bedbugs
The North Carolina Department of Labor confirms it received two complaints about bed bugs at the store this month.
Water Rescue Agencies caution those visiting area beaches as Idalia approaches
With Idalia approaching and Hurricane Franklin churning in the Atlantic, water rescue agencies are urging people to use caution at area beaches.
Extraordinary school bus driver now has become assistant principal
Southport Elementary welcomes its new Assistant Principal Shelly Mongelli, who started her school career driving a bus.
When Shelly Mongelli first drove a school bus for Brunswick County Schools as a teacher’s assistant in the early 2000’s, she had no idea she would become an Assistant Principal in 2023. But it happened….
Town of Belville passes ordinance on regulating open burning
It will now be easier for the Town of Belville to enforce open burning regulations.
Tropical impacts expected in the Cape Fear this week
The tropics are heating up, and later this week the Cape Fear will feel impacts from not one, but two tropical systems.
New Hanover County woman recalls 1996 appearance on ‘The Price is Right’ with Bob Barker
The Game Show World lost an icon over the weekend with the death of Bob Barker at 99 years old.
Guttercast Film Festival honors Wilmington filmmakers
Filmmakers are feeling honored after Gutterbliss hosted the second annual Guttercast Film Festival at Jengo’s Playhouse on Saturday.
Protest held in Wilmington hopes to aim awareness of human trafficking
A group of people came together on the steps of the New Hanover County Courthouse to hold a protest against trafficking on Sunday.
Vigil held in honor of missing woman found dead in Wilmington
Just days after her body was found, loved ones gathered for a candlelight vigil honoring Karen Molta.
Dogs ‘hang 20’ at Carolina Beach for Dog Surf Experience
With summer almost over, this weekend was the last chance for many people to “hang 20” with their canine companions.
911 calls offer insight into kidnapping incident at Wrightsville Beach
New Hanover County officials have released 911 calls related to a kidnapping and shots fired incident in Wrightsville Beach last week — the third of four incidents involving 35-year-old William Gilmore.
One woman shares the story of her brother who died from a fentanyl overdose
The fentanyl crisis is affecting families across the U.S. and right here in Southeastern North Carolina.
‘Big Shark’ heads back home to Hampstead, makes stop at WWAY
The Shark that sat in front of DDT Outlet has been undergoing restoration repairs over the last year, but returned home Friday afternoon.
Veterans Smiles, ECU School of Dental Medicine provides veterans with free dental care in Brunswick County
Veteran Smiles provides no-cost dental care to eligible veterans who live in North Carolina.
Tabor City School holds ribbon cutting in Columbus County
In Columbus County, a new school is tasked with carrying on the legacy of what was there before.
No lazy bones: How Wilmington Police train K-9 Officers
There are no lazy bones here, the K-9 Unit with the Wilmington Police Department (WPD) works to stay in shape, as they can be called for duty at any time.
WATCH: WPD releases video of Market Street officer involved shooting
Following the Market Street officer involved shooting on August 18th, the Wilmington Police Department has released the traffic camera video footage of the incident.
New Hanover County Public Library introduces holds locker, offering pickup option for books
The New Hanover County Senior Resource Center has a new holds locker.