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“Her Fight, Our Fight” event allowed African American women to share their medical stories

The host of this event, Courtney Jackson, named this event "Her Fight, Our Fight." Jackson's mission is to acknowledge, advocate, and encourage women to connect by sharing their health experiences. 
Emily Andrews,

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A group of African American women met this weekend to create a safe space that included sharing their personal experiences in the hands of medical care.  The host of this event, Courtney Jackson, named this event “Her Fight, Our Fight.” Jackson’s mission is to acknowledge, advocate, and encourage women to connect by sharing their health experiences. …
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March 20th marks 20-years since the start of the Iraq War

Two decades later, many of those who served in Iraq still vividly remember the role they played during their deployment. 
Emily Andrews,

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — March 20th marks 20-years since the start of the Iraq War. U.S. forces invaded Iraq to end the rule of Saddam Hussein and his use of weapons of mass destruction.   It’s something those who fought in that war will never forget.  PFC Stephen McClure Jr., United States Army, said “It’s been 20 years, but the memories…

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Road construction happening near Lake Waccamaw

Tanner Blue,

  COLUMBUS COUNTY (WWAY) — The State Transportation Department began converting the intersection at Chauncey Town Road and US 74/76 into an interchange with on-off ramps that will carry the road over the highway. This interchange and the conversion of Old Lake Road into a bridge over US 74/76 are part of a project scheduled to be finished in 2025….

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13th annual Southern Farm Days begins in Lake Waccamaw

Tanner Blue,

  COLUMBUS COUNTY (WWAY) — Southern Farm Days features activities for people of all ages. Antique tractors, heritage living demonstrations and lessons for the younger generation. “If they’re interested in it, they can really learn what the past was like, like how your grandfather and great grandfather lived and how they had to do things. I think it’s interesting because…
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Wilmington Police urge citizens to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day safely

Wilmington P.D., along with other agencies, will be monitoring the streets in larger numbers than normal because of the holiday.
Emily Andrews,

  WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — People everywhere will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this weekend. This may include meeting up with friends, enjoying a green beer, and having fun.  But Wilmington Police are ensuring the fun doesn’t get behind the wheel.  Wilmington P.D., along with other agencies, will be monitoring the streets in larger numbers than normal because of the…

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Safety improvements coming near Trask Middle and Laney High School after student was hit by vehicle

Tanner Blue,

  WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A student was hit by a car in front of Trask Middle School earlier this week. Traffic and pedestrian safety in the area near Trask Middle School and Laney High School has been a concern for several years. New Hanover County Board of Education member Stephanie Walker says plans are in the works to do…
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Eagle Scout recognized by Wrightsville Beach Fire Chief and town leaders

Fifteen-year-old Kyla Burke just passed her board of review to receive the highest rank attainable for scouts, it is known as the rank of an Eagle Scout.  
Emily Andrews,

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The Eagle Scout that was recognized this past Sunday for her contribution to the Wrightsville community was recognized again Wednesday by Wrightsville Beach Fire Chief, Joshua Haraway, and town administration at town hall.  Fifteen-year-old Kyla Burke just passed her board of review to receive the highest rank attainable for scouts, it is known as the…
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Video Game Bus rolls into the Cape Fear

Bounce House Wilmington is now operating a video game bus.
Emily Andrews,

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A school bus in New Hanover County has been revamped to offer the Cape Fear a unique business.  Bounce House Wilmington is now operating a video game bus. It has six flat-screen T.V.’s complete with both Xbox and PlayStation gaming systems, two virtual reality headsets, and hundreds of games to choose from.   The owners of this game…