Leland begins debris cleanup after Friday’s intense rain event
The Town of Leland is working to clean up storm drains after Friday’s rain event caused severe flooding.
Wilmington’s inaugural Ukrainian Festival
One family from Ukraine said thank you to the welcoming community that Wilmington is.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington’s inaugural Ukrainian Festival took place Sunday afternoon. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine more than 8-million Ukrainians have been displaced while seeking refuge. The Wilmington community gathered to celebrate Ukrainian culture and heritage to honor refugees in our community. The festival was held on Surry Street near downtown Wilmington. The organizer of the event,…
Church holds civil servants Sunday service
At Silver Lake Baptist Church, congregants gathered to thank first responders for their service to the community.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Today in New Hanover County, a church showed appreciation for civil servants at a Sunday service. At Silver Lake Baptist Church, congregants gathered to thank first responders for their service to the community. Men and Women from the New Hanover County Sheriff, Fire and EMS Departments attended — as well as Wilmington Police, fire and rescue. One…
The mullet man loses his locks
At Breaktime Billiards Saturday afternoon, Jonathan Neman, also known as the "mullet man" cut his locks and for a good cause.
At Breaktime Billiards Saturday afternoon, Jonathan Neman, also known as the “mullet man” cut his locks and for a good cause.
White Lake hosting its’ 45th annual White Lake Water Festival
The festival will host a car and truck show from 8 a.m. to noon with a parade at 10 a.m.. There will also be a "fun in the sun" fashion show at noon on the main stage.
BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The 45th annual White Lake Water Festival began Friday night and will continue through Saturday. The rain couldn’t keep the crowds away. The “Band of Oz” performed Friday night at Goldston’s beach. The festival will host a car and truck show from 8 a.m. to noon with a parade at 10 a.m.. There will also be a…
Family of one victim who died in Charlotte fire speaks out
New details have emerged about a massive fire that broke out in Charlotte Thursday morning.
Leland residents react to Friday flooding
Several inches of rain fell throughout portions of the Cape Fear on Friday, with Brunswick County being among those hit the hardest.
First Wilmington Ukrainian Festival taking place this weekend
On Sunday, May 21, the Wilmington community will gather to celebrate Ukrainian culture and heritage to honor refugees in our community.
On Sunday, May 21, the Wilmington community will gather to celebrate Ukrainian culture and heritage to honor refugees in our community.
Man found guilty of second-degree murder of Jody Lopez
A jury found Ray Southers guilty -- as well as misdemeanor breaking and entering, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon -- after a four-week trial.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — In New Hanover County — a man was found guilty of second-degree murder Friday afternoon. A jury found Ray Southers guilty of that — as well as misdemeanor breaking and entering, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon — after a four-week trial. On April 16th, 2020 — Southers entered Jody Lopez’s home around…
Wilmington man accused of desecrating grave previously set on fire in 2021
A Wilmington man is accused of desecrating a grave previously set on fire in 2021.
Pam Grier attends 20th Annual NC Black Film Festival in Wilmington
Actress Pam Grier was at Cameron Art Museum on Thursday night for the opening night of the festival.
UPDATE: Father of 4 dies in Charlotte construction site fire
UPDATE: Father of 4 dies in Charlotte construction site fire (Photo: Charlotte Fire Department) CHARLOTTE, NC (WSOC) — A 30-year-old construction worker died in a huge fire that broke out Thursday morning at a multi-story apartment building under construction near the SouthPark Mall, family members confirmed with WSOC. Demonte Sherrill was one of the two construction workers who were unaccounted…
Wilmington Police find body at SecurCare Self Storage
There is no foul play suspected.
UNCW holds Global Marine Science Summit
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –UNCW in the middle of holding its Global Marine Science Summit this week. The three-day summit, which ends March 18th, hosts international, national and local experts to examine regional problems and concerns. Some of the key topics that are being discussed include wind energy, flooding, toxins and pollutants. Organizers say while the discussions around these issues…
Flushable wipes causing problems in local sewers
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — It might be easy to simply flush those “flushable wipes” down the toilet, but in reality, it can cause serious problems. Just because you can flush it, doesn’t mean you should flush it. “When a company puts the word ‘flushable’ on a packet of wipes, what they mean is that it literally they will flush…
Gearing up for the Greek Festival
On South College Road in Wilmington, Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, is preparing ahead of the big rush.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Friday, May 19, is the start of the 31st Greek Festival. On South College Road in Wilmington, Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, is preparing ahead of the big rush. The festival will last until Sunday, May 21. There will be traditional Greek food, music, dancing, and a marketplace for all to enjoy. The church encourages everyone…
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of May 19-21
If you’re in the mood for delicious Greek food, a fun event at the Wilson Center, or watching dogs ride the waves, it’s all taking place this weekend.
UPDATE: Man charged following Wednesday night car crash into house
A man has been charged after failing to stop at an intersection and running into a house Wednesday night.
D.C. Virgo holds hip-hop pilot program
The goal of the program is to encourage kids to take their emotions and create something they’re proud of.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — At D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy, both a hip-hop pilot program and a hands-on experience for students. The Hip-Hop Collective is a program, offered by UNCW and other community partners, that gives middle schoolers a chance to express themselves through music. Students learned the history behind the beats, the art of lyric writing, and even get the chance to…
UPDATE: Wilmington Police identify 79-year-old bicyclist killed in collision
The Wilmington Police Department has identified a man killed in a crash Tuesday.
Local aquatics centers teaming up to teach New Hanover County second graders how to swim
Local organizations are teaming up to teach second graders a life-saving skill.
Alligator relocated from homeowner’s livestock pen
An alligator recently had to be relocated from a homeowner’s livestock pen.
Castle Hayne man arrested for allegedly soliciting child by computer
A New Hanover County man was arrested Wednesday in Bolivia for alleged solicitation of a child by computer.
History with ‘Hud’: Wilmington’s six surviving buildings from the 1700s
In the 284 years since Wilmington was founded, thousands of buildings have popped up around the area. But of the original structures constructed in the 1700s, only six remain standing today.