WATCH: Video shows Wisconsin officers pulling stuck bobcat from car’s front grill
The Portage County Sheriff’s Office in central Wisconsin said a bobcat needed to be removed from a vehicle’s front grill.
Brunswick Forest waterline extension work to cause service disruption, precautionary boil advisory
Brunswick Forest residents may experience a disruption in their water next week.
Columbus Co. woman found guilty after setting trailer on fire with 3 inside
A jury has found a Tabor City woman guilty of first degree arson after prosecutors say he burned down a trailer where she and her boyfriend lived in 2020.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher hosting Race for the Planet
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is hosting a Race for the Planet on Sunday to support the aquarium’s green initiatives.
Wave Transit offering free service Saturday for Earth Day
Earth Day is this weekend and is being celebrated in a number of ways across the Cape Fear.
Man arrested in Carolina Beach for alleged indecent liberties with child
A man was arrested Thursday in Carolina Beach for alleged sexual offenses.
Wilmington Voices brings community, connection with “I Sing Because…” concert series
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — An exciting update on a new non-profit vocal ensemble that we told you about in November. The Wilmington Voices had their first 3 concerts in December, and now they have several more concerts coming up in May. Wilmington Voices Artistic Director Angela Burns says things have been going “fantastic” since their last shows, noting that their…
Castle Doctrine explained
If you own a firearm, Bruce Mason, Attorney, said it’s important to know what you're allowed to do -- by law -- to protect yourself.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — With a fatal shooting in Upstate New York, shootings in Kansas City and Texas – many are wondering why so many people are quick to pull the trigger, when someone ventures onto their property. Bruce Mason is an attorney at Mason, Mason and Smith Attorneys at Law, in Wilmington. Mason said everyone needs to understand…
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority provides update on PFAS filters
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — According to a CFPUA spokesperson, the Granular Activated Carbon or “G.A.C” filters it brought online on October of last year continue to remove virtually all of the PFAS from the water. As of last week, they were able to remove 375,000 pounds of G.A.C. to send off for regeneration. “They are still reducing Chemours…
Pender County Business Expo & Trade Show held in Hampstead
PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — Business and tourism are big draws for many people who visit Pender County. “The event is going very well. It’s a good opportunity for everybody to come out and learn what’s going on in the community and learn the services that are offered. There’s a lot of things we try to do for upstart businesses and…
Vinyl revival: The wax making a comeback in Wilmington
After trailing behind CDs for decades, vinyl records have outsold CDs for the first time since the 80s.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of April 21-23
As the weather warms up, fun events are also heating up in the Cape Fear this time of year.
Superior Court Judge Douglas Sasser announces retirement
Judge Douglas Sasser has announced his upcoming retirement.
Hi-fi cocktail bar, coffee shop coming to Soda Pop District
A hi-fi cocktail bar and coffee shop with a focus on fine cocktails, wines and locally roasted coffee has opened in Wilmington.
Cape Fear Voices/Teen Scene hosts 3rd Annual Writer’s Award Banquet at WWAY Event Center
Cape Fear Voices/Teen Scene held its 3rd Annual Writer’s Award Banquet at the WWAY Event Center in Leland on Saturday, April 15. Cape Fear Voices is an outlet for creative individuals within the Cape Fear community to express their writing talents. The nonprofit publishes the work of dozens of adult writers across the region. For Teen Scene, the nonprofit recruits dedicated teens who want to develop their writing skills.
New Hanover County crews battle detached garage fire
Crews with the New Hanover County Fire Rescue and Wilmington Fire Department battled a detached garage fire on Thursday afternoon.
Brunswick County Sheriff’s Deputy pulls woman from burning car
A Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Deputy is being recognized for a recent heroic act.
Dosher Memorial Hospital employee giving campaign raises $22,000
The annual Dosher Employee Giving Campaign, which ran from March 20th through April 7th, raised over $22,000.
Cause of fire determined in Ella’s Seafood Restaurant blaze
Officials have determined the cause of a fire at a popular Calabash seafood restaurant.
History with ‘Hud’: The nearly 200-year story of Wilmington’s railroads
This weekend marks 12 years since a Guinness World Record was set at the Wilmington Convention Center for the longest model railroad in the world.
Longest running SUP surf contest returning to Wrightsville Beach
The Carolina Pro Am will take place Saturday and Sunday south of Crystal Pier on Wrightsville Beach from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The longest running stand up surf contest in the world is happening this weekend in Wrightsville Beach bringing athletes from around the world to the Cape Fear. The Carolina Pro Am will take place Saturday and Sunday south of Crystal Pier on Wrightsville Beach from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. One of the organizers of…
Avelo announces new flight from ILM to Wilmington, DE
Avelo is expanding its service out of Wilmington International Airport.
Burgwin-Wright House’s annual white elephant fundraising sale April 22
Early-arrivers will get the best selection of the donated items the Wilmington, NC landmark has been collecting all year.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Rain or shine, the Burgwin-Wright House in downtown Wilmington, NC is the place to be Saturday, April 22 for fans of vintage linens, antiques, books and many other items. One of the area’s favorite landmarks is hosting its annual white elephant sale. The museum has been collecting donated items all year, according to Asst. Museum Director…
9th annual UNCW’s “Harry’s Game” Saturday
Pregame clinic for kids of all abilities cancelled because of forecast
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – UPDATE: The children’s clinic part of ‘Harry’s Game’ has been cancelled due inclement weather forecasted on Saturday. The game against the Duke Blue Devils originalyl scheduled for 4 pm has been moved to 1 pm. Children get in free, and adult tickets are $6. _____________________________________________________________________ One of the special events UNCW sports hosts returns Saturday. “Seeing…