New Hanover County Veterans Council hosts Memorial Day Ceremony at the Wilmington National Cemetery

  WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The New Hanover County Veterans Council hosted a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Wilmington National Cemetery on Monday. “It means we’re always taking an opportunity to always remind ourselves not to forget. One of the easiest things to do is to go home and sit on the coach and forget. So every year, we come…

A “tail” as old as time has returned to theaters

Tonia Isley took over 55 children to the movie theater on Sunday, so they could experience seeing a Disney princess that looks like they do. 

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — “The Little Mermaid,” a “tail” as old as time, has returned to theaters!  When the popular Disney princess, Ariel, first appeared on the big screen in 1988 — people everywhere enjoyed the classic film.  Now, 35 years later, people still love the story that takes place under the sea.  But, some more than others, with Halle…

The 27th annual Orange Street ArtsFest

Despite light rain, hundreds of people still appreciated the arts showcased on Sunday.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The 27th annual Orange Street ArtsFest was held this weekend in downtown Wilmington.  Despite light rain, hundreds of people still appreciated the arts showcased on Sunday.  The street fair is the largest springtime arts festival in downtown Wilmington.  This year the festival featured over 80 artists, some traveling from outside of North Carolina.  Thalian Association Community…

Memorial Day ceremony prep underway

At Wilmington National Cemetery on Sunday afternoon, organizers and volunteers cleaned and placed flags on the graves of soldiers to prep for the big ceremony being held Monday. 

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Originally known as “Decoration Day,” following the Civil War, Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971.  At Wilmington National Cemetery on Sunday afternoon, organizers and volunteers cleaned and placed flags on the graves of soldiers to prep for the big ceremony being held Monday.  The Memorial Day ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. with…

Glow Academy’s inaugural graduation class walks across the stage

  WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The 2023 inaugural graduation class of GLOW Academy walked across the stage on Saturday, receiving their diplomas. Many of the graduating girls have been with the school from the beginning, starting their journey in 6th grade. “Words really can’t describe how I feel. Excited, a little bittersweet cause I’m leaving them, but we’ll always still…

Travelers brave rain to start Memorial Day weekend

Here in the Cape Fear, locals are doing things a little bit differently and some are even leaving and hoping for better weather. 

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer and lots of people will be on the roads and in the skies.  Triple A said this holiday weekend could be one for the record books, especially at airports.   More than 42-million Americans are projected to travel 50 miles or more.  Here in the Cape Fear, locals are…

New Hanover County Commissioner visits Raleigh to speak with state level representatives on local issues

  COURTESY: NEW HANOVER COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) — New Hanover County Commissioner Dane Scalise spent time in Raleigh this week to discuss important local issues with state level representatives. One of them being mental health and substance abuse in New Hanover County. “We’ve put skin in the game. We did not wait for the state to fund us when…

Bladen County Hospital receives helicopter

Bladen County Hospital held a ribbon cutting for their new LifeLink Air Helicopter Thursday afternoon. 

BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Every second counts in an emergency situation.   Cape Fear Valley Bladen County Hospital just received a vital resource when it comes to providing patients with care.  Bladen County Hospital held a ribbon cutting for their new LifeLink Air Helicopter Thursday afternoon.  Bladen County has about 30 thousand residents and its’ hospital is among the…

WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of May 26-28

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — From a fantastic fireworks display, and amusement rides on the beach, to art galleries galore and good vibes by the shore, there is certainly something to help you make some great memories on this Memorial Day Weekend! Here’s a look at What’s Happening in the Cape Fear: ___ Carolina Beach is the place to be Friday…