Win your own restaurant with “Own Your Own” contest
What if you had the chance to operate your own restaurant?
Many chefs dream of one day owning their own restaurant. For the winner of the “Own Your Own” contest, that dream will become a reality.
Local man runs backwards to help raise money
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — A local man is running around Wilmington for a good cause and he’s doing it…backwards. Tracy Mccullen is running 100 miles backwards to raise money for the community boys & girls club of Wilmington. He’s looking to raise $100,000 to help the organization build the Optimism Oasis, which will include a track and…
‘What’s Happening’ in the Cape Fear this weekend for New Years
This weekend is packed with activities to help you and the family ring in the new year together.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — With a warm weather forecast, and excitement in the air, this weekend is packed with activities to help you and the family ring in the new year together. ___ Starting with noon on Saturday, New Year’s Eve, you can bring in the new year with the Wilmington Children’s Museum team at their annual “New Year’s Noon”…
Columbus County sheriff-elect scheduled to be sworn in
Sheriff-elect Jody Greene is expected to be sworn into office soon, with the county’s board of elections anticipating his certificate of election to be issued by Thursday, December 29. Jody Greene’s swearing-in ceremony is scheduled at 8:30am on Thursday.
New Hanover County beekeepers working to keep bee population safe
Work is being done to ensure some of the area’s most needed residents stay warm in these frigid temperatures.
Kwanzaa Market held for community members celebrating the cultural holiday
Community members came together to celebrate the second day of Kwanzaa in Wilmington, at the Burnett-Eaton Museum Foundation’s annual Kwanzaa Market.
Local plumbers are staying busy during winter blast
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — With the cold weather hitting the southeast pretty hard over the past week, it is now causing some issues for homeowners. There are many tips to prep your home for this cold winter weather and how it could affect your home, like leaving your faucet dripping or leaving cabinet doors open. Local plumbers in area…
Jungle Rapids employees make an original song and video, titled “Grateful”
After years of the pandemic, the song was made as a way to focus on being grateful as 2022 comes to a close.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Two employees at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park in Wilmington have come together to create an uplifting song that even includes its own TikTok dance. “Grateful” serves as a reminder to practice gratitude as 2022 comes to a close, and we try to move past the COVID-19 pandemic. Eric Williams is the indoor general manager for…
Salvation Army in need of clothing due to winter weather
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — The cold weathers impact is being felt all across the southeast. For the Salvation Army, it beeing felt in a bit of a different way. Many people shop there to find clothes during this winter season, but according to Nancy Rivera, director of thrift store operations, it’s been a challenge this year. “As you can tell,…
Hardwire Tattoo in Independence Mall gets ‘the boot’ without explanation
The short notice ahead of the Christmas Holiday created problems for Fischer, his family, his employees and their families.
While the mall has expanded and added major retailers such as Dick’s Sporting Goods and Five Below in recent years, local businesses that once thrived in the mall are now hurting.
Wilmington couple celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary gives relationship advice
Jim and Betty Neely crossed paths 74 years ago in the hallways of High Point Central High School, where Jim says he fell in love at first sight.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — It was love at first sight for a Wilmington couple, who just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. Jim and Betty Neely crossed paths 74 years ago in the hallways of High Point Central High School, where Jim says he fell in love at first sight. Jim Neely is 91 years old, and Betty Neely is 90….
Pet Pals: 10-year old spayed calico cat looking for a forever home
This weeks pet pal is a 10-year old spayed calico cat
This weeks pet pal is a 10-year old spayed calico cat
Shoppers return the day after Christmas to return gifts
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Many people were out spending some of their Christmas cash at local shops today, but some were trying to get money back. However, I did speak to a couple shoppers today who had to return their gifts. While they did have to face the busy crowds, people did not seem to upset about their exchanges. When…
Extraordinary 12 year old artist also motocross champ
Levi Hogston has been wood burning sea creatures for four years, and his earnings finance his motocross equipment
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — To look at him, you’d never guess 12-year-old Levi Hogston possesses the mastery of an adult artist, but he does. He uses small torches to burn wood into beautiful custom art, mostly sea creatures but also logos and small gifts for his friends. ” I start with a projector to trace the fish or whatever I’m…
Temple of Israel celebrates Hanukkah with Wilmington community
The community was invited to the Temple of Israel’s candle lighting at the Reibman Center in Wilmington on Friday for the sixth night of Hanukkah.
The Warming Shelter opens in Wilmington ahead of freezing temps
Will remain open through Monday
Rev. Meg McBride helped organize The Warming Shelter for those who would otherwise risk their lives in the frigid cold.
Coastal BUDS dance camp participants show off dance moves in Wilmington
iCan Dance Camp is a week-long program for individuals ages five and up with disabilities.
Local seafood store has oysters despite in climate weather
PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) — Oysters can be a popular treat during the holiday season as families gather together, but with the windy conditions today some places couldn’t send anyone out on the water to gather them. Today at Legends seafood & produce in Burgaw, they had some extra oysters available. While most were for call ahead reservations, they did have…
Sheetz locations to be built in the Cape Fear Area
A convenience store and gas station chain has plans to bring two new locations to the Wilmington area.
A Habitat for Humanity home for the holidays
A family is celebrating their first holiday in their new home, a home they built through Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity’s Homeowner Services Program.
Locals brace outdoor animals for cold
The most important things you can do is add a heat lamp into their coop, lay pine shavings and hay inside, and drape tarps over the exposed pen.
Santa Claus visits WWAY studio, talks naughty and nice list
Santa Claus visited the WWAY studio in Leland on Friday to discuss his preparations for Christmas Eve.
Interactive map take Christmas light lovers to festive neighborhoods
‘Tis the season for decorating homes with lights, and holiday inflatables, there’s a map to find them.
Lighthouse Shining Ministries holds food and new clothes giveaway in Wilmington
Lighthouse Shining Ministries holds food and new clothes giveaway