Wrightsville Beach reports an increase in ocean rescues over Memorial Day weekend
Large crowds along area beaches over the holiday weekend has led to an increase in ocean rescues for many lifeguards.
Thousands of veterans honored in Memorial Day ceremony at Wilmington National Cemetery
In honor of Memorial Day, hundreds of people turned out Monday morning at the Wilmington National Cemtery to remember those who died while serving.
WATCH: President and first lady plant a tree with Gold Star families
WASHINGTON, DC (WWAY) — Families of fallen service members joined President Biden and the first lady to help plant a magnolia tree at the White House on Memorial Day. Categories: News, Top Stories, US Tags: Biden, Gold Star Families, Jill Biden, Joe Biden, Magnolia Tree, Memorial Day, White House
WATCH: President Biden lays wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
FORT MYER, VA (WWAY) — President Biden and Vice President Harris took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor service members who died in the line of duty. Categories: News, Top Stories, US Tags: Biden, Harris, Memorial Day, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Wreath
Athletes remember the fallen with “The Murph” on Memorial Day
Though many will spend Memorial Day grilling out and sleeping in, Wilmington Crossfitters honored the fallen in their own way Monday morning.
“Bring the House Up” relief concert raises money for those displaced by ongoing mold crisis
A concert raising money for those displaced by an ongoing mold crisis with the Wilmington Housing Authority was hosted by the Northside Food Co-Operative on Saturday at Palate Bottle Shop and Garden.
Vigil held in Wilmington for victims of Uvalde, Buffalo shootings
Community members came together in a park downtown on Saturday, to pray and honor the lives of the victims in the Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas mass shootings.
Flag raising event held on Battleship NC during Memorial Day weekend
Many people visited Battleship North Carolina on Saturday, recognizing the significance of Memorial Day on the holiday weekend.
After years of social distancing, restaurants ready for Memorial Day crowds with no COVID-19 restrictions
As tourists and locals alike get ready to kick back and enjoy the Memorial Day weekend, restaurants around the region are preparing for crowds like no other.
Members of American Legion Post 68 hand out poppies to honor fallen soldiers
Members of the John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 gave out poppies on National Poppy Day to honor fallen soldiers.
Experts offer tips for safe boating ahead of Memorial Day weekend
It’s National Safe Boating Week, and multiple Law Enforcement Agencies and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary are offering tips on how to safely enjoy the boating season ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
WATCH: Mother of Texas school gunman begs for forgiveness during interview
UVALDE, TEXAS (AP) — The mother of a teenage gunman who shot and killed 21 people at a Texas elementary school is apologizing on behalf of her son and begging victims to forgive her. Adriana Martínez Reyes was emotional during her first public comments since the shooting that left 19 students and two teachers dead in Uvalde. Salvador Ramos legally…
Drivers headed out Memorial Day weekend see no relief at pump
Drivers headed out of town this Memorial Day weekend will see no relief at the pump.
Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy holds event in memory of Veterans
Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy holds event in memory to veterans
A memorial day review was put on by the Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy and was held in Elizabethtown Friday morning.
WATCH: Sea Turtle Protection Program furthers research, record measurements for turtle nesting along coast
Thursday evening the Oak Island Sea Turtle Protection Program say they received a call about a nesting turtle on the beach.
‘Flipping the Barbershop’ event held to destigmatize mental health in communities of color
Removing the stigma around mental health was the focus of a special event held Thursday night at Cape Fear Community College.
Removing the stigma around mental health was the focus of a special event held Thursday night at Cape Fear Community College.
‘Freedom isn’t free:’ Remembering the reason for the three-day weekend
While many will head to the beach or put hot dogs on the grill this weekend, veterans with the Leland VFW Post 12196 are urging people to remember why they are able to take the day off.
While many will head to the beach or put hot dogs on the grill this weekend, veterans with the Leland VFW Post 12196 are urging people to remember why they are able to take the day off.
Faith, trust, and pixie dust reunites couple after 70 years
A Leland couple is proving there is such a thing as a fairytale ending. They’ve been reunited after 70 years and say it’s all thanks to faith, trust, and pixie dust.
Downtown Whiteville surveyed to develop ‘Floodprint’ plan
Downtown Whiteville is no stranger to flooding, and the area has suffered from damage in recent years due to flooding from hurricanes and tropical storms.
Major fast food restaurant chains to soon open in Whiteville
Whiteville is welcoming a couple of new major fast food chains that will be opening soon.
97-year-old takes a ride and accomplishes lifelong dream
hursday, a 97-year-old woman checked on item off her bucket list.
Classic car and truck show fundraiser for local students
Men and Women United for Youth and Families in Delco, NC plans special display for Memorial weekend
RIEGELWOOD, NC (WWAY) — Fans of classic cars, trucks and farm implements can have a day full of fun at a fundraising car show Saturday, May 28 in Riegelwood, NC. Organizers with Men & Women United for Youth And Families say local high school students will benefit from the proceeds. Perry Dixon says the concept is a natural fit for…
National Safe Boating Week promotes caution ahead of holiday weekend
National Boating Safety Week kicked off on May 21, with many boaters preparing to hit the water over Memorial Day Weekend.
Monkey Junction residents voice concerns over proposed 94-home development
Another proposed development has neighbors in New Hanover County anxious about its potential impacts.
Another proposed development has neighbors in New Hanover County anxious about its potential impacts.