Shredding event being held Tuesday in Wilmington
People from across the Cape Fear can dispose of any old personal documents free of charge during a shred event Tuesday.
New Hanover County Schools announce Educator of the Year awards
The Educator of the Year awards for New Hanover County Schools have been announced.
Reelin’ for Research raises $1 million for childhood cancer research
An annual fundraising campaign for childhood cancer research has raised $1 million.
Wilmington Choral Society to Host Patriotic Concert at Wilson Center
Wilmington Choral Society is set to perform “America’s Favorite Songs,” a patriotic concert, at the Wilson Center on May 21.
Murder suspect from West Virginia arrested in Pender County
A man wanted for first degree murder in West Virginia was arrested in Pender County on Friday.
Carolina Beach hosts 3rd Annual Skate Fest
Organizers say with the help of the community, this event was a big success and will help them reach their fundraising goal faster for the expansion.
Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage community day at Fort Fisher
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher hosted this event to honor and embrace the richness of the culture.
The aquarium hosted this Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage community day, to honor and embrace the richness of the culture.
Neighbors “battle it out” in a cardboard boat regatta
Hundreds of people gathered to watch this friendly yet competitive race, as it is a tradition for many.
Hundreds of people gathered to watch this friendly yet competitive race, as it is a tradition for many.
Chadbourn celebrating the 90th annual Strawberry Festival
The four-day festival attracted people from surrounding counties, as it has been a tradition of Columbus County for nine decades now.
The four-day festival attracted people from surrounding counties, as it has been a tradition of Columbus County for nine decades now.
Comic book shops celebrated “Free Comic Book Day”
"Memory Lane Comics," located on Princess Street, was just one of the many comic book shops celebrating.
There were many comics to choose from, a raffle drawing to enter, and fun for all ages to enjoy.
Controversy growing over recent White Lake development
One of the biggest issues causing concern is access to the lake in one of the town’s newest communities.
UNCW, non-profit team up for Women’s Small Business Conference in Wilmington
A conference for women-owned businesses and local women entrepreneurs took place in Wilmington on Friday.
UPDATE: Wallace Walmart shooter suspect who escaped hospital has been captured
Flakes was caught by law enforcement in front of the ECU Health Hospital, where he initially escaped, at around 3:30 p.m. Friday.
Teen arrested for allegedly bringing gun to Ashley High School
A teen has been arrested for allegedly bringing a gun to Ashley High School on Thursday.
Surf City Firefighters Auxiliary extinguishes Thursday night blaze near Outdoor Sports store
Members of the Surf City Firefighters Auxiliary battled a blaze Thursday night in Surf City.
Several people charged in Bladen County following alleged drug sales inside detention center
The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office has charged multiple people, including two detention officers, for alleged drug sales inside a detention center.
HAPPENING TOMORROW: Spring Fest highlights Pender County vendors, residents
Pender County is getting ready to celebrate its 45th annual Spring Fest, showcasing the best of what the county has to offer with handmade, homemade, and homegrown products.
Good Morning Carolina guacamole recipe for Cinco de Mayo
The GMC team marks the date of the Mexican army's 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War.
Anyone can make restaurant-quality at home; the key is to chop and assemble fresh ingredients, and season it to the taste of your guests. Good Morning Carolina anchors demonstrate how easy it is on their Cinco de Mayo broadcast.
Weapon found on campus at Ashley High School, Veterans Park Campus placed under shelter-in-place
For the second time in less than two weeks, a weapon was found at Ashley High School.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of May 5-7
Good news! The weekend is almost here, and whether you’re into spring festivals, celebrating Cinco de Mayo, collecting comic books, or sipping wine, there’s a little something happening for everyone this weekend!
Manhunt underway for man involved in police standoff at Wallace Walmart
Capt. Scott Canady with the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office confirmed they are looking for Jerry Flakes Jr.
GLOW Academy inaugural graduation class announce their college decisions.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A big day at the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW). Students in the school’s very first graduating class announcing their next steps after graduation. The 2023 inaugural class hosted “college decision day” for the first time in the school’s history. Students got on stage, announced their college choices and then rang a bell in…
North Carolina Senate approves abortion restriction bill
NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) — North Carolina Senate Bill 20 tightens abortion restrictions across the state. The bill that was approved by the House yesterday evening — and the Senate this afternoon — would make most abortions illegal after 12 weeks. The bill also caps abortions at 20 weeks in cases of rape or incest and 24 weeks for fetal…
BEMC awards $63K to local non-profits through Community Grants Program
Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation held its annual awards luncheon on Thursday.