Ocean Isle Beach plans to use square hay bales for dune restoration
Over the years, the town of Ocean Isle has been working to build the beaches and dunes back up after erosion due to storms.
Students learn about ‘Careers on Wheels’
Hundreds of elementary school students in Brunswick County have a better understanding about career options that mostly involve driving for a living.
‘We’re here to protect you’: Annual radiologic conference takes place in Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is hosting hundreds of radiology professionals on Thursday and Friday as their annual conference is taking place in the Cape Fear.
Columbus County deputy with 50 years of law enforcement experience promoted
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is promoting a deputy with five decades of law enforcement service, to the rank of corporal.
Columbus County Sheriff’s Office in temporary office before moving to new location
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office has moved out of its headquarters and into a new location.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Weekend of March 24-26
Here's a look at 'What's Happening' in the Cape Fear for the weekend ahead.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — If you’re looking for fun things to do on this last weekend of the month, there’s no shortage of cool events happening in our area! There’s lots of food, fun and festivities for this first weekend of spring. Here’s a look at What’s Happening in the Cape Fear: ______ We begin in Wilmington where more than…
Governor Cooper visits Winter Park Elementary, highlights proposed budget
Governor Roy Cooper was in the Cape Fear Thursday afternoon, visiting a Wilmington elementary school.
Mac and Cheese Festival returns to Carolina Beach this weekend
The Island Men along with Good Hops Brewing, will host the fourth annual Mac & Cheese Festival on Saturday at Good Hops Brewing in Carolina Beach.
Four schools remove books from libraries in Pender County Schools after review
Schools in Pender County are removing books from their shelves, after the district authorized a review of more than 40 books. So far in the district, 4 schools decided to remove a total of 8 books from their libraries.
Brunswick County Schools receive nearly $200,000 check from Sheriff’s Office
The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office recently presented Brunswick County Schools with a large check.
Mom To Mom: D-I-Y Dog Popsicles
In this week's Mom to Mom, Mandy Williamson has some tips to keep your furry friend cool with popsicles— for dogs! Made with simple ingredients, these might be your dog's new favorite treat.
(WWAY)—Today on Mom to Mom we are making snacks for your furry friends. With Spring just arriving and summer around the corner, they’re going to love this special little treat and it’s super easy to make. Join Mandy Williamson as she makes dog popsicles, all you need is coconut milk, blueberries and dog bones. Watch the video on the full recipe!
Next steps for City of Wilmington commercial properties declared as surplus
It’s been one month since council approved a resolution to declare a number of city-owned properties as surplus, to make way for the possible purchase of the Thermo Fisher building.
‘Teacher of the Month’ returns home to inspire next generation
Daja White, a math teacher at Leland Middle School, has been named WWAY’s Teacher of the Month for her outstanding work in the classroom.
Mom says Leland school’s policy disrespectful of Native American culture after son told to cut his hair
One mom in the Cape Fear is not sure where her son will be going to school after his spring break because of a policy she says discriminates against their culture.
Inaugural Howe Scholarship now open for eligible applicants
Any African American student from the area who is pursuing a post-secondary degree or certification in the building arts is eligible.
Davis Center at Maides Park hosts senior gardening workshop
The City of Wilmington Parks Department came out to teach seed planting, fertilizing, and how to use garden containers.
NC Senate passes proposed Medicaid expansion coverage bill
NC House Bill 76 would bring Medicaid to hundreds of thousands of citizens, including adults age 18 to 64 with incomes up to 138 percent of the federal poverty level.
Pet Pals: This week’s Pet Pal is a six-month-old spayed kitten looking for a forever home
Meet this week’s Pet Pal: a six-month-old spayed female kitten looking for a forever home
New Hanover County (WWAY) —This week’s Pet Pal is a six-month-old spayed female kitten. New Hanover County Animal Services staff describe her as very shy but warms up to easily. Overall, she is quiet, loves cat toys and is sweet. Watch the video and join Donna Gregory and Officer Watson from New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit to learn how you can become the kitten’s forever home.
If you’d like to meet her, New Hanover County Animal Services is located at 180 Division Drive in Wilmington.
County residents can adopt for $70. If you have any dogs, a meet and greet is required.
Hundreds attend State of Homelessness Forum in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Vigilant Hope, a nonprofit based in Wilmington, hosted the State of Homelessness Forum at the Harrelson Center on Monday. More than 200 people came out to learn more about homelessness in the Cape Fear Area, hear words from people experiencing homelessness, and have their questions answered by panelists. “There’s already incredible things happening in our city…
COVID-19 vaccines moved from New Hanover County Pandemic Operations Center
New Hanover County’s Health and Human Services has officially moved its COVID-19 vaccine services from the Pandemic Operations Center to the general clinic at its building at 1650 Greenfield Street.
New Hanover County is one step closer to using opioid settlement funds
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted in favor of the resolution authorizing use of the money from the opioid settlements.
Work being done on U.S. 74-76 bridge approach
BRUNSWICK COUNTY (WWAY) — Work is being done on the U.S. 74-76 bridge near Malmo Loop Road. The NCDOT announced it will be working from March 20th – March 23rd. Crews will be closing a lane daily to repair the bridge approach. The NCDOT encourages motorists to use caution and slow down. Categories: Brunswick, Local, Top Stories Tags: Brunswick…
Town of Leland opens new disc golf course
The course is located at 893 Village Road, and disc golf has been one of the most requested parks and recreation amenities in Leland.
Carolina, Kure Beach artists get new exposure opportunity
Lamar is displaying a custom image of the featured artists work for two weeks each month on the digital billboard is located on Lake Park Boulevard at the base of the Snows Cut Bridge.