Payne carries Wildcats with two spectacular goals, New Hanover advances to third round
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Columbus County Commissioners seek additional $3.4M for school construction
On Thursday the Columbus County Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting to discuss additional funding needed for school construction.
Battleship Point development hits snag at Planning Board meeting
The New Hanover County Planning Board declined to make a decision Thursday that would allow the Battleship Point mixed-use development project to move one step closer to approval.
New businesses coming to ILM Business Park with a $120 million investment
Today Wilmington International Airport made two major economic announcements, both promising to bring millions of dollars in investments to the ILM Business Park.
Kids 5 and up can now get their COVID-19 vaccine in New Hanover Co.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Following approval from the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and the FDA, New Hanover County Department of Health and Human Services is now administering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations for children ages 5-11.
Some residents ready to see New Hanover Co. mask mandate lifted
As COVID-19 cases remain low in New Hanover County, some residents are ready to see the mask mandate come to an end.
Wilmington man recently charged in ’96 rape case could be connected to another cold case
We have new reaction tonight after a Wilmington man was charged with a 25 year old rape case Tuesday who may be connected to another unsolved case.
Team of the Week: Whiteville Wolfpack
WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WWAY) – When we first covered this years’ Wolfpack team in August, the squad’s goal was clear – they wanted to compete for a state championship. “With this group of seniors, I have high expectations for them. Our kids know our goals are always going to be county, conference and state champions,” said head coach Jarrett Price during…
Wilmington leaders approve American Rescue Plan funding, including film workforce training
Wilmington City Council met on Tuesday, discussing and making decisions on a number of issues.
Local renters feel the impact of rental rate increases
A nationwide increase in rent is leaving many feeling the pinch, and the impact is being felt locally.
Dozens of people gather in 1898 Memorial Park to learn the history behind the park’s namesake
Today dozens of people gathered in 1898 memorial park downtown for a history lesson on the 1898 massacre and coup d’etat.
New Hanover Co. kids could get COVID-19 vaccine as early as Thursday
Children in New Hanover County could begin getting the COVID-19 vaccine as early as Thursday after the Centers for Disease Control gave the final go-ahead for providers to begin administering it on Tuesday.
Public affairs expert on 2021 election turnout
Nearly 24 percent of registered voters in New Hanover County showed up at the polls for the 2021 municipal election. Since 2015’s 11 percent turnout, voting in local elections has increased consistently.
What’s next? Election winners and runners up on their plans going forward
One day after the unofficial municipal election results, winners are setting the groundwork for a new term, while candidates who didn’t make the cut are planning how to contribute outside of political office.
Mom to Mom: Making a gratitude pumpkin
It’s hard to believe, thanksgiving is less than a month away now, but this is the time of year we all stop to remember to be thankful.
Bill Saffo keeps longtime seat as Wilmington mayor
Longtime Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo will keep his seat. He beat out his opponent Harper Peterson with more than 60 percent of the votes.
Waddell rides past competition, incumbents win back seats for Wilmington city council
There were three Wilmington city council seats up for grabs.
New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office reports spike in online school threats
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office has reported a rise in school threats, receiving seven in the last week alone.
Some area polling locations see long lines for municipal elections
Off-year elections are often noted for low interest and few voters at the polls, but many voting locations are seeing long lines.
Pet Pals: 6-month-old Lab mix is looking for his forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is a 6-month-old Lab mix named Titan who is in need of a forever home.
Brunswick County leaders vote to expand EMS services
Brunswick County will expand EMS coverage following a vote by county commissioners on Monday.
New Hanover County leaders approve 1898 declaration, new building height restrictions
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, making a historic declaration and making changes to construction rules.
‘This is not a game:’ Pender sheriff talks seriousness of making school threats
Pender County’s sheriff is asking young people to think twice before making threats against classmates and schools. This comes after a threat resulted in a teenager being arrested last week.
Wilmington mayoral candidates give final appeal to voters before Election Day
The City of Wilmington is just hours away from making some decisions, which is why Wilmington mayoral candidates are asking locals to vote on Tuesday.