UNCW hosts North Carolina Science Olympiad

For the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, the university hosted the North Carolina Science Olympiad. 

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — On Saturday, UNCW had some “extra” bright young minds on campus, as the university hosted an event that joined over 800 students, both middle and high school, as one.  For the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, the university hosted the North Carolina Science Olympiad.  The event featured many science education tournaments to compete…

Southeastern Community College holds first responders symposium

Medical Personnel all over Columbus County gathered on campus to practice this collaborative exercise. 

WHITEVILLE, NC (WWAY) — It is critical for first responders and public safety professionals to be prepared in the event of a mass casualty. What better way to prepare than to join these forces and establish these crucial roles ahead of time.   Southeastern Community College held its Spring First Responders Symposium on Saturday. Medical Personnel all over Columbus County…

Daylight saving time gets ready to spring us forward

  WWAY NEWS — We’re getting ready to spring forward again, daylight saving time begins Sunday morning (March 12th). For some people, the time change affects their sleep patterns for several weeks. According to Dr. John Card with Novant Health, there are some things you can do to minimize the impact. “Try to stick to a sleep routine, try not…

Trial continues for the murder of UNCW student Christopher Stewart in 2020

  PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — In Pender County, testimony continued Wednesday in the trial of the man accused of killing a UNCW student in Pender County. Raymond Brooks Jr is accused of killing college student and army veteran Christopher Stewart. Wednesday, Pender County Detective Sergeant Mark Lobel took the stand in the court room. Lobel went on to detail his…