New Hanover County Changemakers Series to hold session for International Women’s Month
New Hanover County’s “Office of Diversity and Equity” is gearing up to kick-off a year-long series they’re calling “Changemakers.”
New fire station breaks ground in Boiling Spring Lakes
BOILING SPRING LAKES (WWAY) — In Brunswick County, officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Rescue Station. Off of N-C 87, the new building will have space for several fire trucks and showers for staff. officials hope to have the project completed by December. Categories: Brunswick, Local, NC, Top Stories Tags: Boiling Spring Lakes…
Golf cart ordinance passed in Carolina Beach and its anticipated impacts
Carolina Beach Town Council approved an ordinance that impacts anyone who drives a golf cart. Effective July 1, only golf cart owners who already have permits can renew them. No new permit applicants will be allowed.
Mom To Mom: Magic Leprechaun Rocks
With St. Patrick's Day only two days away, there are many ways to put your kiddos in the lucky spirit. Mandy Williamson has all the gold on how to start a creative hunt on this Mom To Mom.
(WWAY) — Today on Mom to Mom we are bringing the magic to life for St. Patrick’s Day. Join Mandy Williamson as she makes magic leprechaun rocks. We all know that leprechauns are always mischievous and up to no good, so we figured we’d incorporate this fun little activity, kind of like looking for those Easter eggs on Easter, but now we’re looking for these magic rocks that the leprechaun leaves behind.
Upscale Resale design challenge Mar. 24 to benefit Habitat for Humanity
The 2-day fundraiser at the Hotel Ballast in Wilmington features small rooms designed with upcycled furniture
Designer and boutique real estate company owner Carly Foreman talks about how designers get inspired to create vignettes using upcycled furniture and accessories from the Cape Fear Habit for Humanity ReStores.
Burgaw tables discussion on murals after community says proposed ordinance is too restrictive
The discussion on what murals are and where they’re allowed will continue in Burgaw.
Portia Mills Hines Park reopens with new improvements
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Portia Mills Hines Park getting around $754,000 in improvements that includes new bathrooms, parking spaces and a new pavilion. The park itself is named after Portia Mills Hines, who was instrumental in helping African Americans in the local community for many years. Her daughter, Lee Hines, says it is special to see the park come…
New Hanover County leaders discuss 5-year Strategic Plan
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners held a work session on Tuesday, to discuss the development of a new five-year Strategic Plan for the county.
New data shows housing market in Wilmington shows slight changes
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — There have been plenty of homes for sale across southeastern part of North Carolina for the past year. New data suggests that while some parts of the state are seeing home prices drop, that’s doesn’t appear to be the case in our area. “Sometimes these houses are getting two, three, four, five, six offers, still prices…
EPA proposes new standards to protect communities from ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The National Primary Drinking Water Regulation would establish legally enforceable levels for six PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, in drinking water.
Lewis Farms preps berry plants for freezing temperatures
The dropping temperatures have crews at Lewis Farms working to get their crops ready for possible frost.
UNCW hosts Pi Day math competition
More than 100 high school students and teachers from several counties across the state came out to put their math skills to the test.
WATCH: Lifeguards rescue small dog from the ocean
A small dog is now safe after it jumped into the ocean and started swimming out to sea.
Pet Pals: This week’s Pet Pal is a one-year-old spayed shepherd mix looking for a forever home
Meet this week’s Pet Pal: a one-year-old spayed female shepherd mix looking for a forever home
New Hanover County (WWAY) —This week’s Pet Pal is a 1-year-old spayed female shepherd mix. New Hanover County Animal Services staff describe her as very active and an absolute sweetheart. She also loves attention, so she could make a great companion. Watch the video and join Matt Bennett and Officer Watson from New Hanover Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Unit to learn how you can become the puppy’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.
Learn-a-palooza focuses on making science, math and reading fun for K-6
Local non-profit partners with Young Scientist Academy for March 18 Event geared toward elementary students
Students will have a chance to make a cloud in a jar and learn about how thunderstorms form, when Gel’s Learning Lab teams with Young Scientist Academy of Wilmington for a March 18 “Learn-a-Palooza”!
Dinner at Cousins: Wilmington’s hidden gem
"I knew that it was kind of in my blood, and what I was really meant to do."
Wilmington has a variety of restaurants to choose from, and if Italian food is your thing, you may want to pay a visit to Cousin’s Italian Deli.
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. A Wilmington neurologist providing tips on how to recognize the symptoms, and discussing the impacts of the disease.
Faith-based groups partner to open day shelter for homeless in Wilmington
Four Wilmington faith-based groups partnering to open a day shelter to serve the homeless population are now facing challenges, after community members expressed opposition to its location.
Protecting your plants from cooler temperatures this week
The StormTrack 3 Weather Team is forecasting lows in the 20s and 30s tonight, Tuesday, and Wednesday night, which means the chance for some frost is possible.
WATCH: WWAY on-air staff take part in station basketball tournament
The on-air staff at WWAY have a lot of different talents. In honor of the annual NCAA tournament, their basketball skills were put to the test this week.
Leland Chicken Salad Chick opening in April
Some good news for fans of Chicken Salad Chick. The new location in Leland is getting closer to opening its doors.
Shooting at gym in Town of Atkinson leaves one person injured
We’re learning more about a shooting at a gym in Atkinson where the suspect is still wanted.
Testing reveals elevated levels of lead within International School at Gregory
Recent testing has revealed elevated levels of lead in part of International School at Gregory in Wilmington.
Southern Farm Days at Lake Waccamaw Boys & Girls Home Farm and Arena
Event scheduled March 17-19, 2023 is second to Columbus County Fair as the largest yearly event in the county
Kids of all ages will enjoy demonstrations, tractor pulls, food, games and a wild west show at the 13th annual Southern Farm Days at the Boys and Girls Home Farm and Arena at Lake Waccamaw, NC