Travel Advisory reiterated for Haiti following American nurse kidnapping
In Washington the State Department is urging Americans not to travel to Haiti.
WWAY’s Hannah Patrick to judge ‘Lip Sync for the Cure’ with $500 top prize
You have a chance to win $500 and support a great cause at the Lip Sync for the Cure event in Wilmington on Friday.
Leland Lowe’s officially announces its grand opening date
Nearly a year after construction began on a Lowe’s Home Improvement in Leland, the company has announced when they’ll be opening.
Trash’n Fash’n Show Aug. 5 to benefit Plastic Ocean Project
Student designers visit Good Morning Carolina to model fashions made from discarded items that they'll wear in the show
The second annual Trash’n Fash’n show to benefit Plastic Ocean Project will be Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the New Hanover County (NC) Arboretum featuring student designers modeling outfits made from discarded items.
Dozens speak on banning books during New Hanover County School Board meeting
Dozens of people coming out for the New Hanover County School Board meeting on Tuesday night to voice their concerns on book banning and book selection.
Columbus Christian Academy prepares to welcome back students
A little more than a year ago, a Columbus County School was in need of a new home after a church abruptly ended its association with it.
Reoccurring ‘King Tide’ returns this week
This happens when the moon is either new or full, and closest to earth. This enhances the gravitational pull between the sun and the moon, which is what causes tides.
Bus drivers gearing up for start of school
Finding enough drivers has been a challenge for many school districts over the last year or so, but districts in our area are working hard to meet the demand.
Checking in on Extraordinary People of the Cape Fear
WWAY revisits several people we featured over the last 12 months to see the new things they're accomplishing
WWAY checks in on some favorite Extraordinary People we’ve featured over the last 12 months to see how they’re spending their time, and what other amazing things they’re accomplishing.
Pet Pals: This week’s Pet Pal is an adult neutered male cat looking for a forever home
This week’s pet pal is an adult neutered male cat.
8 arrests, 4 incidents: Wilmington Police renews promise to arrest violent offenders
The Wilmington Police Department is aiming to get violent offenders and illegal firearms off the streets in the Port City.
UNCW taking on the challenge of housing more students than anticipated
UNCW requires first and second year students to live on campus.
Former WPD Officer makes first appearance in New Hanover County Court
39-year-old former WPD Officer Darryl Warren appeared in court Monday after being charged with DWI, Reckless Driving to Endanger, Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill and Assault on a Female.
Belville holds ceremony celebrating town expansion
These upgrades will expand NC Highway 133 near Belville Town Hall, which will extend to just past Old River Road.
Experts respond to Vibrio bacteria concerns
A bacterium that thrives in some waters in the warmer months is raising concerns after three people have died in North Carolina after being infected.
Drug detection canine being added to each New Hanover County high school this year
Drug detection canines are being placed in each high school around New Hanover County this year.
North Carolina Ports tally record-breaking revenue for second year in a row
The North Carolina State Ports Authority reported record operating revenue of $79.3 million for Fiscal Year 2023.
Police search for driver who intentionally hit 6 migrant workers in NC
Six migrant workers who were intentionally hit by an SUV in a Walmart parking lot in North Carolina have been released from the hospital, police said on Monday.
Small plane crashes into ocean in Myrtle Beach
A plane crashed into the ocean in Myrtle Beach Monday, according to Cpl. Starling with the Myrtle Beach Police Dept.
‘Smoke on the Water’, ‘Fork n Cork’ owner James Smith dies
Local restaurant owner James Smith has died.
Mannheim Steamroller returning to Wilson Center this November
Popular musical group Mannheim Steamroller is returning to the Wilson Center this November.
Tuesday offering chance to see Wallops rocket launch, Sturgeon full moon
Tuesday will offer a rare chance to see a rocket launch and full moon on the same night.
Community paints new accessible logos at Miracle Field
This new logo will create conversation about accessibility, inclusion, and the capability of people with disabilities to navigate their world.
Family releases balloons for hope of unsolved 2008 murder
Friday, July 28th, marked 15 years after that first murder. And today, Irving’s family is still looking for answers.