Brunswick County community closer to having sewer issues resolved
After nearly two years, a Brunswick County community is closer to having its sewer issues resolved.
Brunswick County Schools’ new clear bag policy starts Friday
The Brunswick County Board of Education approved a new policy to ensure safety, starts Friday.
Bill Rogers appointed acting sheriff in Columbus County
During an emergency meeting on Wednesday afternoon, Columbus County commissioners appointed Bill Rogers as acting sheriff, following the suspension of Jody Greene.
New Hanover County man receives life in prison for 2019 murder
New Hanover County resident Andrew Boynton has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for a 2019 murder.
Olde Waterford Way extension project underway in Leland
Construction on the Olde Waterford Way Extension project has begun in Leland.
‘If he don’t step out, kick him out’: Community calling for change after racist remarks allegedly made by sheriff
It was standing room only at the Brunswick Waccamaw Missionary Baptist Association building on Tuesday night as the Columbus County NAACP hosted a meeting to discuss the racially-charged remarks allegedly made by Sheriff Jody Greene.
Leland Police host National Night Out event for community engagement
Leland Police and Fire, Highway Patrol and Brunswick County Sheriff's Office all took part in the community event.
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Founders Park was busy today with members of the community, vendors and local officials for Leland’s “National Night Out” event. Normally held in the month of August, Leland Police and other community officials instead opted for October to hold the event to take advantage of the cooler weather. Leland Police Department and Fire Department were in…
NCPIRG releases report expressing concerns about water pollution
NCPIRG Education Fund held a press conference on Tuesday, about its “Wasting Our Waterways” report. The nonprofit is speaking out, one day after the supreme court heard a case that could impact the Clean Water Act, that will be 50 years old this month.
US Army Corps of Engineers observe beaches following Ian
US Army Corps of Engineers observe beaches following Ian
Young artist paints mural in Carolina Beach
Young artist paints mural in Carolina Beach
Man dead, woman taken to hospital in Brunswick County domestic violence incident
A man is dead… and woman is in the hospital following a domestic disturbance call in Bolivia early Sunday morning.
Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington firefighters in Florida to help with Ian recovery efforts
Some first responders from the Cape Fear Area answered the call to help those suffering from the impacts of Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida.
Some first responders from the Cape Fear Area answered the call to help those suffering from the impacts of Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida.
Murder trial enters second week in New Hanover County
A murder trial is now in its second week, as prosecutors present their case against Andrew Boynton.
SBI investigates Columbus County Sheriff’s Office
An investigation is underway into the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, following allegations that Sheriff Jody Greene made racially-charged comments.
Sunset Beach in recovery after Ian impacts
Sunset Beach in recovery after Ian impacts
Hurricane Ian rocks waterfront communities in Brunswick County
It was a dramatic scene along the waterfront communities in Brunswick County as Hurricane Ian crept toward the Carolinas on Friday.
Canal Drive floods rain or shine; town works to fix issue
First phase starts in winter
As the rains and winds from Ian hit Carolina Beach Canal Drive looked more like a river than a road. However, even on a sunny day, sea water on the road is a common occurrence; Canal Drive is notorious for flooding.
Carolina Beach’s Freeman Park reopens
Freeman Park, in Carolina Beach, reopened Saturday morning in after it shut down due to the storm.
Whiteville family trapped in home after tree falls through home
Downed trees and wind cause power outages, and fallen trees in homes and roads
Whiteville experienced downed trees falling on highways and on homes, which were destroyed.
Brunswick Electric works to restore outages post Ian
Brunswick Electric works to restore outages post Ian
Storm clears in time for Wilmington Boat Show
Wilmington Boat Show goes on post Ian
Calabash and Sunset Beach experiences damage from wind
Cape Fear residents started the clean-up after Ian’s impacts brought rain and winds to the area, and according to Calabash officials the town experienced damage but it could have been worst.
Oak Island woman killed, man in custody charged with 2nd degree murder
OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) – A woman is dead and a man is in custody after police were dispatched to an Oak Island home for a welfare check. A community awakens to police cars and lights in front of a home early Saturday morning, Zeb Starnes and his wife live nearby. “We looked out of our kitchen window and there…
UNCW campus events go on as planned, including Family Weekend
Campus events at UNCW, including Family Weekend will go on as planned.