Emergency services cut costs amid high fuel prices
High fuel prices are causing some emergency service providers to cut costs where they can, including Southport’s Fire Department.
Hundreds participated in world’s largest swim lesson in Wilmington
Across the city of Wilmington, hundreds of kids and adults hopped in city pools participating in what’s being called the “World’s Largest Swim Lesson”.
Experts urge public to stay hydrated amid sizzling temps
With the high temps making their way in the Cape Fear experts say heat dangers are a cause for concern.
All eyes on the Supreme Court as abortion ruling is imminent
With June coming to a close, all eyes are on the Supreme Court and its decision on Dobbs V. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.
Brunswick Co. sea turtle advocates calling for new light fixtures to prevent misorientation
It's officially summer and that means sea turtle nesting season is in full swing.
It’s officially summer and that means sea turtle nesting season is in full swing.
Oak Island drowning victim on anniversary trip laid to rest
Family and friends on mission to educate public on rip current dangers
“Locals aren’t drowning, it’s people that are coming in for vacation are drowning,” said Pastor Joe Emmert. “It’s been really hard for us because they wouldn’t have been there if we wouldn’t have offered them this vacation.”
Health officials recognize June as Men’s Health Month
Local health officials are encouraging men to prioritize their mental and physical wellbeing.
Demonstrators gather at children’s Pride story time at New Hanover Co. Library
Sheriff Deputies responded to a call of disturbance, and after a period of time a small group of the demonstrators entered the library, which is open to the public.
Mom to Mom: 4th of July T-Shirt, an easy way to match for the holiday
The fourth of July holiday is just around the corner, and you might be looking for ways to declare your independence from high prices when you look for seasonal, patriotic clothes. Here is a great mom to mom trick to make DIY T-shirts for the whole family that won’t give your budget the red, white, and blues. Categories:…
City of Wilmington adopts $251M budget, joins American Flood Coalition
The budget goes into effect on July 1st, 2022.
(Photo: Sydney Bouchelle/WWAY)WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington City Council adopted the $251 million balanced budget for the fiscal year 2023, which goes into effect July 1st. The city’s plan guided the development of the budget, which prioritizes affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and providing high-quality core services. Council is investing $2.15 million in affordable housing, which will support and expand affordable…
Community members gather to remember Southport former mayor and police chief Jerry Dove
Many community members gathered at Southport Baptist Church to remember former Southport mayor and police chief Jerry Dove.
Wilmington Police holds 25th annual Demo Day
After two years of pandemic shutdowns, Wilmington Police’s Demo Day was back for its 25th year Tuesday.
Suspects in custody as Wilmington Police Department investigates two shootings
Wilmington Police continue to investigate two shootings that occurred in and around the downtown area in the past two days.
New Hanover County Commissioners respond to Novant ER controversy after sale of hospital
After claims from multiple healthcare workers and patients within Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center alleging short staffing, emergency room overcrowding, and ER wait times ranging from 6-12 hours, New Hanover County Commissioners are responding.
HAPPENING NOW: Community invited to annual Father’s Day cookout
The 7th annual Navassa Men’s Cookout is a community tradition for the father’s.
Guests drown their sorrows with craft cocktails at immersive tiki bar
Built and designed by a former Disney Imagineer, the immersive tiki bar and theater, The Sorrow Drowner opened March of this year and treats dozens of guests to a fun tiki time every night.
Americans for Prosperity dropped gas to half its price at a Wilmington gas station
On Friday, one local gas station saw gas prices drop down nearly half its price to $2.38, with cars lined up for miles to get the limited time deal.
19th NC Blueberry Festival is officially underway in Burgaw
The North Carolina Blueberry Festival kicked off on Friday in Burgaw, for the first time in more than two years.
WATCH: Consumer Father’s Day spending for 2022
NEW YORK, NY (CBS News) — What are your Father’s Day plans? A survey finds that consumers are expected to spend $20 billion on the important men in their lives in 2022. Categories: News, Top Stories, US Tags: Consumer, Economy, Father’s Day, Holiday, US and World News
“Is it worth it?”: Lifeguards still have no overtime, health insurance, or benefits as beaches see lifeguard shortages
Being a lifeguard is no day at the beach. After a rigorous tryout, Wrightsville Beach lifeguards go through two and a half weeks of medical and on-the-job training. They rescue around 300 people a season.
Group launches petition to build an aquatic facility in New Hanover County
A group of citizens are hoping to get thousands of signatures for a petition to potentially build a new aquatic facility.
Navassa Town Council may appoint new finance officer according to agenda
There were some items the council kept and some were removed from Thursday’s agenda, what is on the agenda is the appointment of a new finance officer.
Nelson Beaulieu comes out on top, 2 votes ahead of Jennah Bosch following hand-to-eye recount
After a hand-to-eye recount of more than 31,263 votes, a reversal in outcome for the New Hanover County Board of Education race has been reached.
NC Blueberry Festival to return to Pender Co. Saturday after 2 years of cancellations
After two years of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the North Carolina Blueberry Festival is returning this weekend in Burgaw.