Volunteers in Wilmington hand pack more than 55,000 meals ahead of Thanksgiving holiday
Hundreds of volunteers showed up for a food packaging event over the weekend in Wilmington.
Brunswick County non-profit holds 2nd annual walk to help bring awareness to molestation
Keep Your Hands off Me, Inc offers resources to victims, survivors and advocates
According to Keep Your Hands off of Me, Inc. Founder Tracy Harrison, predators aren’t always strangers.
Cucalorus Festival in Wilmington is big boost to local economy
Lots of people from across the country and from around the world are coming to Wilmington for the 28th Annual Cucalorus Film Festival, and that’s a big boost to local businesses.
Co-founder of ‘Mothers in Mourning’ charged with obstructing justice in granddaughters murder case
McKnight was involved in a physical struggle just after making her appearance.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Another person connected to the Miyonna Jones case, her grandmother, Judy Mcknight, is charged with Felony Obstructing Justice. The Wilmington Police Department announced that the 61 year old has been charged and her first court appearance was held Friday afternoon. McKnight was involved in a physical struggle just after making her appearance. A shouting match broke…
Wilmington community leaders react to NCDHHS gun violence and misuse report
Leaders of community organizations in Wilmington are speaking out, one day after the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services released a report identifying gun violence as a public health issue.
UPDATE: Half brother of Miyonna Jones charged with her murder
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Jahreese Jones has now been charged with the first degree murder of Miyonna Jones, the missing teen whose body was found in Pender County on Thursday following a two week search. Jahreese, 25, is Miyonna’s half brother. If he’s found guilty, he could face the death penalty. Jones has been in custody since early…
WWAY takes part in Pender County Schools middle school career fair
Pender County Schools hosted a middle school career fair on Friday during National Career Development Week.
Newly appointed Navassa finance and budget officers announced during council meeting
Former Councilman James Hardy breaks silence
Thursday was Navassa Councilman James Hardy’s last day; he handed in his official resignation on October 25.
People of various faiths gather for ‘Service of Thanksgiving’
A common theme that was shared was the need for people from various backgrounds and faiths to work together, and love one another, as a community.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Members of several area faith communities came together Thursday night for a ‘Service of Thanksgiving’ in Downtown Wilmington. Clergy affiliated with Wilmington Faith Leaders United hosted the inclusive worship service at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church located on North 6th Street. This is the fourth time that the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service has been held, and organizers…
Free COVID-19 tests available for holiday travelers at Pandemic Operations Center
If you’re planning to travel for the holiday season, New Hanover County’s Pandemic Operations Center is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests.
Toy lovers re-lives childhood in Wilmington during vintage toy roadshow
Toy roadshow experts are always on the hunt for antique toys such as Barbie dolls, action figures, and matchbox cars, among others.
Body of 16-year-old Miyonna Jones found in Pender County
The two week search for a missing Wilmington teen has ended with the discovery of the 16-year-old’s body in Pender County.
Cucalorus Festival organizers, filmmakers, ready for an exciting weekend in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Lots of people turned out Wednesday evening for the opening night of the 28th annual Cucalorus Film Festival at Thalian Hall. The festival features films from all over the United States and the world, but the film that opened the festival this year is a product of right here in Wilmington. Festival organizer Dan Bawley says…
CFCC holds Manufacturing Expo for students to explore career options
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Community College gave people the chance on Wednesday to explore new career options. Their Manufacturing Expo was held at the college’s North Campus and featured over 30 different businesses and careers that students could learn about. The companies on site spoke with students, first-time job seekers, and seasoned professionals about potential job and…
Significant spike in Thanksgiving meal grocery prices
One week from today, grocery stores will be busy with people shopping for their big Thanksgiving meal. Many consumer experts say with the rising inflation, people should be prepared to spend more on groceries for the holiday.
Cape Fear voters react to Trump’s third bid for the White House
“I think that certainly the Republican base is very much behind the president but I think what we will see throughout the Republican presidential primary battle is, how strong is that Trump support?” said Catawba Professor Michael Bitzer.
Food give-away at Wilmington’s MLK Center prior to Thanksgiving meal distribution
Cape Fear-area churches, non-profits and government leaders unite to help feed hungry people before and during Thanksgiving.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The MLK Center in Wilmington will be sizzling with activity this weekend, courtesy of several area non-profits, churches and government leaders who are digging in to help feed underserved people. The food giveaways will continue on Thanksgiving. On Friday Nov. 18 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., volunteers will set up for a “shop and go”…
Wilmington City Council to loan $698K+ to fund permanent supportive housing
Wilmington City Council voted to give thousands of dollars to a nonprofit to create more affordable housing units on Tuesday night.
Wilmington City Council voted to give thousands of dollars to a nonprofit to create more affordable housing units on Tuesday night.
Police, wildlife officials hold informational session on coyote management
Officials debunked common myths about coyotes during the session, saying they aren't usually violent, and they rarely carry rabies.
Officials debunked common myths about coyotes during the session, saying they aren’t usually violent, and they rarely carry rabies.
Cape Fear Museum adds new limited time dinosaur exhibit
The “Dinosaurs Take Flight” Exhibit focuses on the Archaeopteryx, believed to be the missing link between dinosaurs and birds.
State funding aims to improve transportation routes across Cape Fear region
On Tuesday, the coalition made an announcement in Leland that 350-million dollars have been approved in the two-year state budget to improve transportation routes.
Latest on PFAS contamination in the Cape Fear
One day after the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority, Chemours, and North Carolina’s Department of Environmental Quality signed an agreement to have Chemours continue working to reduce the amount of forever chemicals in the cape fear river, many are asking what this latest agreement means when it comes to our water quality.
Final preparations underway for 28th annual Cucalorus Film Festival
The 28th annual Cucalorus Film Festival will kick off on Wednesday, November 15. Festival staff is in high gear, making final preparations for the 5-day event.
‘Teacher of the Month’ leads gym class without a gym
As the weather gets colder, more activities across the Cape Fear are moving indoors. However one thing that can’t move indoors is Johnathan Sidbury’s physical education class at Alderman Elementary School.