Commissioners approve lower tax rate, not all residents to see tax break in Brunswick County
The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved the budget for the next fiscal year on Monday night.
New Hanover County offering free mobile dental services to uninsured children
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — New Hanover County taking dental care to the streets this summer. The county has a mobile dental unit that will provide dental services from children aged 3-18 who do not have dental insurance, or are on Medicaid. Dental exams, cleaning, fillings and x-rays will be available at the portable clinic, which will be parked at the…
A look back on Burgaw’s 20th annual Blueberry Festival
BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — Officials in the town of Burgaw said this year’s Blueberry Festival was a successful one. It was Burgaw’s 20th annual Blueberry Festival. Thousands flocked to the Pender County town for the two-day event. There were concerts, vendors, and of course, plenty of blueberries. This year the festival and Pender Arts Council hosted an art exhibit…
CFCC art students take one Boston native down a trip on memory lane through paint
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — Several Cape Fear Community College students have been rallying together to tackle a large and meaningful project. Ray Starling, Ava Gosling, Oliver Avero, Jack Estep, and Brennan Hazle traveled to a home in Castle Hayne where they’ve been tasked with painting a mural. The mural depicts homeowner Kerri Caldarone and her journey from Boston to…
Castle Hayne celebrates Juneteenth
The event took place on a few acres of the Old Rockhill Plantation, an area rich in history. There was food and drink, music, and games.
Bellamy Mansion Museum establishes annual Juneteenth scholarship
The $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduate student of UNCW’s Public History Program.
Brunswick Nuclear Plant testing sirens through Thursday
Duke Energy and county officials are testing sirens around the Brunswick Nuclear plant through Thursday.
Town of Oak Island reminds visitors of important beach rules
As more people flock to local beaches this summer, Oak Island town officials want visitors to be aware of important rules.
16,000 acre Pulp Road fire is 10% contained
According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the fire started as the result of a prescribed burn conducted by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
16,000 acres burned and 10% percent contained. That’s the latest on the Pulp Road fire as of the evening of Sunday, June 18th.
Soaring As Eagles hosts STEM program for local kids
The Soaring As Eagles Outreach Ministry recently started its ever STEAM or Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics program
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — While school may be out for the summer, that doesn’t mean kids aren’t still learning new skills. The Soaring As Eagles Outreach Ministry recently started its ever STEAM or Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics program. Students in 5th grade and up have already been taught some financial skills, and on Saturday, June 17th, were learning…
Local volunteers clean Maides Park Cemetery to honor Juneteenth
Over a dozen volunteers came out on Saturday, June 17th to clean up the grounds of the Maides Park Cemetery, located on Manly Ave.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – With Juneteenth just a few days away, a local group of volunteers has continued a special tradition to honor their ancestors. Over a dozen volunteers came out on Saturday, June 17th to clean up the grounds of the Maides Park Cemetery, located on Manly Ave. The group, in partnership with Historic Wilmington Foundation, has cleaned the…
Groundbreaking ceremony held for dam restoration project in Boiling Spring Lakes
BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WWAY) — A long-awaited groundbreaking ceremony for one city in Brunswick County. In Boiling Spring Lakes Saturday morning, a special celebration was held to kick-off the dam restoration project. A groundbreaking ceremony, though many referred to it as a ground restoring ceremony. The official signing day to begin the process was June 14 at a town meeting….
North Carolina Blueberry Festival’s impact on Burgaw
The event started 20 years ago and celebrates how important the crop is to the local economy.
BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — Around 100 vendors are set up around the courthouse square in Burgaw, showcasing all sorts of items, including homemade food items, crafts, and of course, blueberries. The event started 20 years ago and celebrates how important the crop is to the local economy. Each year, attendance for the festival grows, attracting visitors and vendors from all…
“He’s a miracle”: Tow trucker driver recovering after hit and run in Brunswick County
PHOTO COURTESY: Janice Ross BRUNSWICK COUNTY (WWAY) — John Bennette was struck by a hit and run driver last month in Brunswick County, His wife Kaye Bennette was told things were not looking promising at first, but he has other plans. “Most people wouldn’t have survived the hit much less be awake and actually aware at this point…so he’s…
Brunswick County Wildfire impacting surrounding counties
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A wildfire in Brunswick County has now grown to more than 3,500 acres and it’s affecting air quality for several counties in the Cape Fear. The Cape Fear is covered in a blanket of smoke. Friday morning, Brunswick County moving from a code orange, to a red when it comes air quality. Pender and New…
Busy weekend in the Cape Fear with plenty of events celebrating Juneteenth
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — With the upcoming Juneteenth holiday on Monday, there is no shortage of events taking place in the Cape Fear this weekend. The holiday, which was adapted by the City of Wilmington last year, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. On June 19th, 1865, soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas to announce the end…
Wilmington railroad crossings to close this month for track replacement project
CSX is planning to close 5 railroad crossings in June in preparation for a larger track replacement that will take place later this year.
Volunteer cleanup at Wilmington’s Maides Cemetery to honor Juneteenth
The event coincides with the Juneteenth holiday weekend to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S.
Historic Maides Cemetery is at Maides Park in Wilmington, NC and contains nearly 200 graves, many unmarked, and is in need of recurring maintenance and care.
Brunswick County wildfire smoke continues to impact communities
Firefighting personnel are responding to a wildfire on Pulp Road in Brunswick County.
Co-owner of historic Graystone Inn speaks after Wednesday night fire
The fire at the Graystone Inn in Downtown Wilmington is out, but many are wondering about the condition of the historic building.
Swimmer safety tips to start the summer off safe
Wrightsville Beach officials say just a few simple tips can make a fun day at the beach a safe one.
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Summer officially begins less than a week from today. Many beach towns are already seeing lots of visitors. Among the people getting ready for the busy season are lifeguards. Wrightsville Beach officials say just a few simple tips can make a fun day at the beach a safe one. “We’re out here for a vacation,…
Wilmington Fire Department offering free car seat checks this summer
If you’re traveling on the roads this summer with children, it’s important to ensure your car seats are properly installed.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of June 16-18
It’s starting to feel like summer outside! This weekend, there are a ton of reasons to get outdoors, celebrate with dad, and take part in some Juneteenth celebrations!
Castle Hayne church helping to tackle affordable housing crisis
New Beginning Christian Church broke ground for a construction project that will create affordable housing for seniors.
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — Across the country, there is a shortage of affordable housing. One group in particular need of housing is seniors. On Thursday, June 15th, several local groups in New Hanover County broke ground on a project that has been years in the making. New Beginning Christian Church broke ground for a construction project that will create…