NC Maritime Museum at Southport seeking local fishing history artifacts
The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport is seeking local fishing artifacts for a new commercial fishing history exhibit.
Wilmington Police arrest man accused of pushing woman from moving vehicle
The Wilmington Police Department has arrested a man following a weekend hit and run.
Columbus County Sheriff’s Office arrest man for alleged sex offense with child
A man has been arrested for alleged sex offenses in Columbus County.
Man arrested after allegedly firing shots at Columbus County sheriff deputies
A man faces charges for allegedly firing shots at deputies who responded to a domestic call in the Bolton area on Wednesday night.
WWAY hosting blood drive on May 12th
WWAY is partnering with American Legion Post 68 to host a blood drive next month.
Water rescue devices returned to the beach in Oak Island
Rescue devices have been returned to the beach in Oak Island.
Glow Academy installs 660 solar panels to reduce carbon footprint
Glow Academy is continuing its sustainability initiative by installing a 300-kilowatt solar system.
History with ‘Hud’: The complex 300-year formation of five Cape Fear counties
The land that today makes up the five major counties of the Cape Fear (Bladen, Columbus, Pender, Brunswick and New Hanover) was once part of a large, undivided area of land known as Bath Precinct.
New mural bringing outdoor art, history to downtown Burgaw
A new mural of a train has been added in downtown Burgaw.
Island Men’s Backyard BBQ Cookoff returns this weekend
Barbecue enthusiasts are in for a treat this weekend as the 2023 Island Men’s Backyard BBQ Cookoff returns after being postponed last weekend due to inclement weather.
Large law enforcement presence on 74 near Bolton Wednesday night
There was a large law enforcement presence on US 74/76 near Bolton Wednesday evening.
75 veterans prepare for takeoff ahead of 2nd annual Honor Flight trip
The Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area is preparing for takeoff for its second annual trip to the nation’s capital.
Ashley High School student appears in court after being arrested for bringing gun to school
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — 18-year-old Kshaun Williams appeared in court after being arrested yesterday for bringing a gun to Ashley High School. Williams appeared in a video conference in court. He is charged with felony possession of a weapon on school campus, carrying a concealed weapon and possession of a stolen firearm. According to the New Hanover County…
LINC hosts job, resource fair for people with criminal records
People with criminal records had the chance to learn more about job opportunities and other resources Wednesday.
Cape Fear Fandom Faire features young artist
10th grader Grace Fitzgerald was chosen to be this year's featured artist. Her work is featured on the county's posters, buttons and stickers.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The New Hanover County Library is gearing up for its annual Cape Fear Fandom Faire. The event invites comic book lovers across the Cape Fear to hang out, meet other cosplayers, and shop local vendors. 10th grader Grace Fitzgerald was chosen to be this year’s featured artist. Her work is featured on the county’s posters, buttons…
$18M expansion coming to Henderson Field Airport in Pender County
PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — Henderson Field Airport is receiving $18 million in funding from the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The money will be used for runway expansion, infrastructure improvements and aircraft storage. Airport manager Gage King says the work will take place over the next few years. “So, over the next two to three years you’re going to…
Special Olympics spring games adjusted due to Friday’s threat of rain
The Special Olympics spring games set to take place Thursday and Friday in Wilmington have been slightly altered.
Bladen County Sheriff’s Office K9 helps locate missing juvenile
A Sheriff’s Office K9 recently helped locate a missing juvenile.
Southport fire crews practice rescuing medical patients from top of Oak Island Lighthouse
Medical incidents don’t always occur in easy-to-access places.
SkyWatch Bird Rescue offering the chance to help raise baby birds
If you’ve ever wanted to raise a baby bird, you’ll soon have the chance.
Sheriff’s Office arrests six for alleged human trafficking involving over 150 victims
Six people have been arrested for allegedly trafficking over 150 victims.
Rashad Gattison promoted to director of Port City United
Port City United is receiving a new director.
Dosher Memorial Hospital entering first phase of 7-year facility plan
Dosher Memorial Hospital is entering the first phase of a seven-year Master Facility Plan.
UNCW men’s golf team wins CAA championship
UNCW claimed its eighth Colonial Athletic Association men’s golf championship on Tuesday.