Local leaders in the Cape Fear to attend mayors summit on flooding
Three Cape Fear leaders are expected to head to Washington D.C. next week to talk with other leaders from across the country about flooding and rising sea levels.
Restaurant to hire individuals with developmental disabilities opens in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – A Wilmington business has launched a nonprofit with a restaurant that will give individuals with developmental disabilities an opportunity to work. Blue Willow Café opened late last month. A Caring Heart Case Management, which works with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, started the nonprofit “A Caring Heart Foundation” to run the café. The Blue Willow…
Bill authorizing waterfront stabilization in Southport passes U.S. House of Representatives
An upgrade could be coming soon to the Southport Waterfront.
An upgrade could be coming soon to the Southport Waterfront.
Local Apple-authorized retail and service provider Simply Mac shut down without notice
In the letter dated June 9th, send to WWAY News, employees were told they would not be paid on Friday or “in the future”, and could submit a claim once they receive notice from the bankruptcy court.
WATCH: Memorial on the National Mall to honor victims of gun violence
WASHINGTON (CBS News) — There is a temporary memorial on the National Mall in Washington, DC for victims of gun violence. It was organized by a group founded by former Rep. Gabby Giffords, who is calling on Congress to “be bold” on gun reform. Organizers say the “45,222 flowers represent the increasing number of Americans who die from gun violence…
Law enforcement offers safety tips as motorcycle collisions increase during tourist season
As temperatures rise, many motorcyclists have been bringing out their bikes to ride and enjoy the sunny weather. There have also been several accidents involving motorcycles on the road recently, and law enforcement offering some safety tips.
“We’re just trying to survive.”: Local businesses struggle as gas prices rise, fueling inflation
According to AAA of the Carolinas, gas prices have increase by more than 25 cents a gallon just this week in North Carolina.
How to save on gas as prices continue to rise
The average price of gas nationally is now officially five dollars a gallon. Gas prices in the Carolinas have reached new highs, as both states’ averages jumped more than 25 cents in a week.
33rd Annual Watermelon Festival planned in Fair Bluff next month
The 33rd Annual Watermelon Festival will be held on July 29th and 30th on Riverside Drive in Fair Bluff.
The 33rd Annual Watermelon Festival will be held on July 29th and 30th on Riverside Drive in Fair Bluff.
WATCH: Rare albino Galapagos giant tortoise born at zoo in Switzerland
SWITZERLAND (CBS News) — This rare albino Galapagos giant tortoise made its public debut at the Tropiquarium zoo in Switzerland on Friday, June 3rd, 2022. The baby hatched on May 1, according to Reuters. Categories: DISTRACTION, News, US, World Tags: Albino, CBS, Entertainment, US and World News, Watch
Robeson County man who drowned trying to rescue son laid to rest
Hunt, who was 33-years old, died after he jumped in the water after his son — when the tube the boy was on detached from the boat.
Navassa still without finance officer; No resolution in Monday’s meeting
NC State Treasurer Dale Folwell sits down with WWAY
“It’s really unconscionable, especially for the low, and fixed income of people of this community for this to be going on,” said North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell. ““This is a situation that’s been obviously going on for a long time, local citizens have to hold these public officials accountable.”
Increased wildlife sightings across the Cape Fear in highly populated areas
There have been increased sightings of wildlife in neighborhoods, beaches, and parks across the Cape Fear.
Wilmington nonprofit awarded a grant to offer utility and rental assistance
A local nonprofit that helps provide emergency shelter to families facing homelessness received a grant to expand its services.
Local students’ artwork featured on Brunswick County billboards
Starting this month, you could see local students’ drawings featured on billboards along US Highway 17 driving home a simple message: Don’t do drugs.
Motivational motorcyclist to resume shows at New Hanover County Schools
A New Hanover County stuntman is putting his pedal to the metal yet again, offering motivational messages to students.
“This man posed a real danger to kids.”: Attorney General Josh Stein responds to former teacher’s sentencing
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein is responding after a former teacher and convicted sex offender was sentenced to a minimum of 50 years in prison.
Group makes plans to bring professional soccer back to Wilmington
WILLMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – Members of Wilmington’s soccer community are excited about the possibility of a professional team returning to the city. “USL to Wilmington” has been granted exclusive rights by the united soccer league to pursue a league one expansion franchise. The group is led by primary investor Scott Sullivan, co-founder of investment management company Cameron Management, Chris Mumford,…
Gov. Cooper visits Wilmington for DEQ’s announcement of an Action Strategy for PFAS
Governor Roy Cooper visited Wilmington on Tuesday, with it being five years since the Cape Fear learned of the chemical Gen-X in area waters.
Former NHCS teacher sentenced to 50 years in prison for sex crimes against children
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — Former Roland Grise band teacher, Peter Frank was sentenced to between 50 and just over 60 years in prison Tuesday, found guilty on all 17 charges of sex crimes with children. Frank is 49 years old. The former New Hanover County School’s teacher was found guilty on all 17 counts of indecent liberties with a…
WATCH: Foxes seen playing along the beach in Oak Island Tuesday morning
The foxes were seen running up and down stairs, and along an elevated walkway before making their way onto the beach.
New documentary highlights rip current dangers in the Cape Fear
As families prepare to visit Cape Fear beaches for the upcoming summer season, a new documentary aims to highlight one of the hidden dangers in the ocean.
Burgaw woman loses her son, his organs saved her best friend’s life
One Pender County family is making sure the legacy of a beloved son, brother, and friend lives on after a deadly motorcycle crash.
One Pender County family is making sure the legacy of a beloved son, brother, and friend lives on after a deadly motorcycle crash.
Local WWII veteran remembers accepting a German battalion’s surrender soon after D-Day
78 years ago today, soldiers stormed Omaha Beach by land, sea, and air. D-Day turned the tide of World War II and impacted millions of civilians and citizens, like Robert Boke.