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.
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.