NEW HANOVER AND PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — The CDC says more Americans died of gun-related injuries in 2021 than any previous year. Gun safety is one of the most important aspects of owning a firearm. Whether you are new to guns or have years of experience, it is always a lesson that needs repeating. “It’s so important because if…
Like many students, college graduation is the day everyone works towards. But for one student, wife, and mother, today means a little bit more.
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Fire investigators are trying to determine what caused a housefire at Wrightsville Beach. Wrightsville Beach Fire Department, along with Wilmington and New Hanover Fire Departments, battled a fire at this home last night on Auditorium circle around 11 P.M on May 11th. Crews quickly put out the flames, fortunately no one was injured. A working…
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, the Groove Market is providing an opportunity to find the perfect gift for mothers, wives, and grandmothers.
Wrightsville Beach Fire Department, along with Wilmington and New Hanover fire departments, battled a large house fire late Thursday in Wrightsville Beach.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Two teens have been detained in the last three weeks, after two guns were found in Ashley High School. The balance between school safety and student dignity is inspiring discussion. During a press conference following the second incident last week — New Hanover County Schools Superintendent Doctor Charles Foust said the district would begin taking a…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — On Friday, there’s a tasty way to help out kids in need at the Shriner’s Fish Fry. The fish plates come with coleslaw and hushpuppies, and are $10 each. The fish fry is happening in Burgaw, on Highway 53 across from the Piggly Wiggly. They will be serving plates from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All…
Representative David Rouzer was in Washington on Thursday supporting a bill to keep the long-standing Wrightsville Beach renourishment system in place.
The Pender County Health Department offers some helpful tips to protect yourself, your family, and your pets from a rabies exposure.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A local nonprofit and mattress store chain, Mattress Firm, are partnering together to ensure no child is sleeping without a bed. Sleep in Heavenly Peace, is a nonprofit that builds and delivers beds for children between the ages of 3 and 17. On Thursday, they made 30 beds. The team started with piles of lumber…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Healing Place of New Hanover County opened earlier this year, but they held their grand opening ceremony on Thursday, and gave some insight on the progress. “As of right now, we have roughly 123 individuals in the program. We have 23 folks who have gotten into the phase portion of the program, so long-term…
Being a mom is hard and one organization is working to make it a little easier.
The weekend is right around the corner, and Sunday is Mother’s Day. There are so many different ways in the Cape Fear to make memories with mom, or find her a gift to show her how special she is.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Many florists in the Cape Fear are gearing up for Mother’s Day as it is now just a few days away. Flora Verdi, a florist located on Princess Street in Wilmington, is one of the many businesses considering the large increase in sales. Flora Verdi’s owner, Maria Cholanian, said she looks forward to this time of…
The college has come a long way in the 74 years since its first graduating class of 14 students in 1949.
Their 2023 unofficial point-in-time numbers looks at homeless statistics in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender Counties.
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and jewelry stores in the Cape Fear have spent months preparing for the holiday.
Credit: Shannon MastersLocal tow truck driver John Bennette was hit while working on the side of Highway 17. BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A tow truck driver from Brunswick County is recovering in the hospital tonight after he was hit by a vehicle while working on the side of the road in Shallotte. “Do not drink and drive, slow…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — In a roundtable hosted by Governor Roy Cooper at Cape Fear Community College, medical professionals and advocates for reproductive rights shared concerns about the restrictive abortion bill that passed the North Carolina House and Senate last week. Ahead of the visit to New Hanover County, Cooper told CBS’s Face the Nation host Margaret Brannan on Sunday…
A popular HGTV show is filming in Pender County.
Mike Krzyzewski is coming out of retirement and heading to the NBA — as an adviser, not a coach.
Moores Creek National Battlefield is holding a special event later this month to mark Kids to Parks Day.
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of the final victim in a Whiteville homicide.
Visit Myrtle Beach announced a new PGA tour tournament coming to the Grand Strand in 2024.