Mission Serve partners with Boys and Girls Home to help serve community
In Columbus County on Thursday, more than a hundred teens from around the country rolled up their sleeves to help others in need.
Dr. Hubert Eaton’s house recognized as local Historic Landmark
The house Dr. Hubert Eaton lived in, 1406 Orange Street, is now a local Historic Landmark
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — More than 20 years after his passing, the contributions one man made to the city of Wilmington has been memorialized forever. The house Dr. Hubert Eaton lived in, 1406 Orange Street, is now a local Historic Landmark. A national championship winner in tennis, Eaton was the coach and mentor of Althea Gibson, the first African-American woman…
The ‘Bo Heroes Mobile’ makes a pit stop in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — There was a welcome surprise for first responders in our area today. Bojangles partnered with “Folds of Freedom” to bring free chicken and biscuits to service members and first responders. They’re doing the new initiative across 15 cities. The service is part of an annual trip the company takes to military bases around the country. The patriotic…
Novant Health volunteer receives President’s Lifetime Achievement Award
BRUNSWICK COUNTY (WWAY) — President Joe Biden has recognized a Brunswick County man for his years of service volunteering at a local hospital. We’re talking about more than four thousand hours of volunteering. 75-year-old John LeFebvre volunteers at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center and he’s put in quite a few hours:4,163 hours to be exact. A number so high that…
Wilmington starts new initiative to address panhandling issue
The city has partnered with the United Way of the Cape Fear Area to place signs throughout downtown
The City of Wilmington has started a new initiative to help reduce panhandling throughout the city.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of June 30-July 2
Looking for fun?
Summer is in full swing, and we are just days away from the Fourth of July. There are plenty of ways to celebrate this weekend, so grab your patriotic gear.
Man convicted of killing Michael Jordan’s father asking for new hearing
One of the men convicted of killing the father of basketball legend Michael Jordan is asking for a new hearing.
Pulp Road Fire now 100 percent contained
More than two weeks after a wildfire first began in Brunswick County, crews say it is 100 percent contained.
History with ‘Hud’: The 200-year story behind the NC 4th of July Festival in Southport
Next week marks 247 years since the United States first declared its independence in 1776. The popular NC 4th of July celebration in Southport has been commemorating the occasion for nearly as long.
Ocean City Jazz Festival this weekend in North Topsail Beach
The 3-day event features family activities, food trucks, beverages and all that great music under the big tent
After a kickoff Friday evening with Grammy-nominated saxophonist Marcus Anderson, a full weekend of family cultural, social and artistic events is planned for the whole community.
Happy Hour could soon be legal in North Carolina
State lawmakers are discussing the update of alcohol regulations this week.
Leland Fire Rescue participates in live fire training exercise
Firefighters in Leland worked to make sure they are prepared in case of emergency during a live training on Wednesday afternoon.
Rail crossing maintenance causing traffic slowdowns in Wilmington
A road closure is causing traffic slowdowns this week as crews work to make improvements to rail crossings.
WFD Junior Fire Academy aims to get students fired up for career in fire services
Some high schoolers are getting a chance to see what it would be like to go into a career as a firefighter this week.
5th Ave United Methodist Church files lawsuit against NC Methodist Conference
Attorney Gavin Parsons filed the lawsuit on Tuesday, June 27th
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The congregation of the 5th Ave United Methodist Church has now filed a lawsuit against the North Carolina United Methodist Conference, which closed the church back in March. Attorney Gavin Parsons filed the lawsuit on Tuesday, June 27th. According to the complaint, the 5th Ave church had filed for disaffiliation from the United Methodist Church earlier…
New Hanover County offering program to help individuals with mental illnesses and their families
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness month
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month and New Hanover County Health and Human Services is spreading awareness about a special program. For the families of individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s or other mental illnesses, it can be difficult to take care of them around the clock. That’s why the Department of Social Services has partnered with…
Wilmington business wins Governor’s Conservation Achievement award
The North Carolina Wildlife Federation has announced the winners of its 59th annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement awards.
Pulp Road Fire in Brunswick County now 90 percent contained
Recent heavy rains have helped firefighters get more control of a wildfire in Brunswick County.
Burgaw man arrested, charged with several counts of Sexual Exploitation of Minors
52-year-old Jeffery Dewayne Goodwin is charged with 20 counts of felony Second-Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor.
Former state representative Dewey Hill has died
Former state representative and longtime grocery store owner Dewey Hill, Sr. has died.
‘Good Morning Carolina’ Trivia Question & Answer – 6/30/23
Tune in to Good Morning Carolina weekday morning’s to see the latest trivia question.
Mom to Mom: Pool Noodle Firecrackers
4th of July is less than a week away, and with all those cookouts and parties, you’re gonna need some decorations!
Whiteville senior quarterback collecting used cleats for Columbus County youth
Luke Odham says it started when a kid asked him if he had extra cleats
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – One of our local football stars needs some help with his senior project. Whiteville starting quarterback Luke Odham is trying to collect donation of old cleats for the youth in Columbus County who need them. Odham mentions a younger kid called him and asked one night if the family had an extra pair of cleats he…
Veteran’s Night in Leland highlights positive service stories on PTSD Awareness Day
To mark Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day and honor veterans, a new organization is working to bring veterans together with the community.