Protect your pets from the hot pavement and heat this summer
These hot, summer days can be deadly for humans and animals. That’s why you need to keep your pets cool during this heat wave.
Mental health treatment facility extending services in Raleigh to Wilmington
A mental health treatment facility with ties to the Raleigh area is now setting up shop in Wilmington.
Wilmington Fire Department swears in Class of ’23 firefighters
This year’s class had 15 recruits, who all began training back in January and completed more than 1,000 hours of training.
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge will undergo repairs later this winter
The Department of Transportation will be doing work on the bridge to replace grating and support beams. The NCDOT says the work needs to be done due to the heavy amount of traffic the bridge sees each day, along with the growth the Cape Fear region is experiencing.
Althea Gibson Tennis Complex construction underway
They city says courts 9-23 and center court will remain open during the project.
Celebrating National Water Park Day
Today is National Waterpark Day, and lots of people were out “celebrating” the holiday and cooling off this afternoon.
Auto tech shares how to protect yourself from exhaust leaks, carbon monoxide poisoning
After three marines were found dead earlier this week due to carbon monoxide poisoning, an auto technician is sharing what could lead to this life-threatening illness.
New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office holding an event for those looking for a career in law enforcement
This Saturday, the sheriff’s office is having “open testing” for people who may be looking for a career in law enforcement. The event will be from 10AM- 2PM.
“Sound of Freedom” is bringing local awareness to sex trafficking and child grooming
“Sound of Freedom” has made millions in the box office and appears to be helping organizations that assist victims of exploitation and sex trafficking. The film has also brought many new eyes to the issue on a local level as well.
Wilmington Police Department swear in newest group of officers
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department welcomed its newest officers at a swearing-in ceremony on Thursday, July 27th. More than a dozen officers made up this year’s class, which brings the total number of police officers in Wilmington to more than 360. To become an officer, each candidate had to complete more than a year’s worth of training,…
UNC Wilmington’s One Seahawk introduces NIL community engagement
One Seahawk is the university’s new NIL collective designed to help get student-athletes involved in the community while receiving compensation.
NC State University professor provides reasoning behind recent vibrantly blue ocean waters
If you’ve visited the beach over the last month, you may have noticed the ocean has looked much bluer than usual at times.
History with ‘Hud’: How a grass runway grew into the Wilmington International Airport
The Wilmington International Airport tallied a record number of passengers last year, with over one million combined people coming and going from the coastal city in 2022. But the airport has grown tremendously over its nearly-100-year history.
Funding received for sidewalk along US 421 in Carolina Beach
The N.C. Department of Transportation and the Town of Carolina Beach have received funding to create a sidewalk along U.S. 421 (Lake Park Boulevard) from north of Lake Drive to south of Carolina Sands Drive.
Man injured by Wednesday afternoon lightning strike at Lake Waccamaw
A person was injured Wednesday afternoon when a storm rolled through Lake Waccamaw.
Mad Mole Brewing receives grant to help reduce runoff impacts to Bradley Creek
Mad Mole Brewing in Wilmington is on a mission to reduce waste and brew as sustainably as possible.
Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams addresses recent shootings
Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams is speaking out following multiple violent incidents across the city over the past several weeks.
Carolina Beach replacing boardwalk boards
Work started on replacing old boards along the boardwalk on Tuesday, July 25th.
Rise in water temperatures raise concerns for impact on Cape Fear area
On Monday, July 24th, a water temperature over 101 degrees was recorded on a buoy between the Everglades and Key Largo. While the Cape Fear is some 800 miles away, the high water temps in the Florida Keys are indeed raising alarms here.
UNCW Athletics announces NIL platform titled ‘FLIGHT’ for student-athletes
UNCW has announced the launch of a new platform to help its student-athletes connect with those interested in using their “name, image or likeness,” also known as NIL.
Community groups react to violence in Wilmington
Anti-violence groups remain confident that their efforts to reduce crime are making a difference.
Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Animal Protective Services closes after puppy tests positive for virus
Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Animal Protective Services is closed right now after a puppy tested positive for a canine virus.
Oak Island man accused of running from courthouse arrested after brief chase
An Oak Island man faces several charges after he allegedly ran from the Brunswick County courthouse.
Cause of death released for Marines found in car at Hampstead gas station
The Pender County Sheriff’s Office has released the cause of death for three Marines found in a car at a Hampstead gas station over the weekend.