CFCC students bring to life ‘Our Place,’ an on-campus student run dining room
Cape Fear Community College offers more than 160 programs of study and some overlap, allowing students to work with their peers in hands-on work environments.
Children and the COVID-19 vaccine: parents on vaccines for kids ages 5 to 11
When it comes to vaccines for children, Pfizer is one step down, with several more to go.
Tennessee non-profit sponsors local WWII veteran’s trip to Pearl Harbor
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A veteran in Hampstead is getting a chance to go on a “Trip of Honor” to Pearl Harbor, for the 80th anniversary ceremony of the day that will live in infamy. 96-year-old Louis Bourgault served as a Marine in Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima during World War II. “I consider this to be an honor…
Carolina Beach selects new company to manage parking services
Carolina Beach has announced a new parking management system for the 2022 tourist season.
Mom to Mom: Making candy corn punch
We all turn into candy crushers this time of year, and with Halloween just days away, you might want a recipe for some of the lesser-loved treats in your child’s bag.
Non-profit groups speak on distribution of hospital sale Endowment funds
On Tuesday, the first of two public listening sessions for the New Hanover Community Endowment was held at the Wilmington Convention Center.
Large multi-use development planned to bring manufacturing & retail space to Wilmington
Exciting news was announced today in Wilmington’s ‘Soda Pop’ district. A new multi-use development is planned for the historic region, promising growth for the long-vacant area.
Netflix and Amazon donate to local non-profit after filming
In Wilmington, Netflix and Amazon made donations to a local non-profit.
Woman remembers father killed in Holly Ridge plane crash
Families are still grieving after a deadly plane crash in Holly Ridge last week.
7-Eleven and Cook Out among new businesses planned for Leland
Three new businesses have been announced for the Town Leland.
Women’s health and wellness event targets minorities in Wilmington
On Monday, Novant Health and New Hanover Regional Medical Center hosted a Women’s Health and Wellness event, making it easier for women to get mammograms.
City breaks ground on Portia Hines Park improvements, teen advocates honored
Dozens came out for a ceremony at a Wilmington park on Monday, celebrating the start of a project that’s been in the works for years.
Gun safety expert responds to movie set shooting
In light of a prop gun accident on the set of Alec Baldwin’s new movie, an incident leaving one dead and one wounded, gun safety is now in the spotlight.
Why your vote matters in municipal elections
According to data from the North Carolina State Board of Elections, 74-percent of eligible voters in New Hanover County cast their ballots in the 2020 presidential election but only 19-percent participated in the municipal elections the year before.
State cites Leland Christian Academy for inadequate supervision, child-staff ratios violations
A complaint about inadequate supervision and child-staff ratios at a Leland daycare led to a recent surprise visit by the state.
Murals painted on Carolina Beach buildings showcase town’s history and charm
The Carolina Beach Mural Project is continuing to add to its many works of art around town with the latest being painted last week at Kate’s Pancake House.
Bond raised for man charged with habitual DWI after fatal crash in Wilmington
A Leland man charged with habitual DWI and second-degree murder in an incident on Independence Boulevard in Wilmington made his first appearance in court on Monday.
Wilmington tree giveaway adds 1,000 trees to the area
Continuing its efforts to keep Wilmington’s tree canopy thriving after loss due to storms and age, the Alliance for Cape Fear trees held another tree giveaway today.
‘Art-oberfest 2021’ showcases the works of nearly 40 local artists
Hundreds of people turned out Saturday to participate in the third annual neighborhood art crawl along Wrightsville Avenue and Pender Avenue in Wilmington.
The 5th Quarter October 22, 2021
Week 10 is done! See the highlights from tonight’s 5th Quarter.
Artwork for the 75th NC Azalea Festival unveiled
The first event celebrating the 75th North Carolina Azalea Festival was held on Friday evening as the official artwork for the festival was unveiled.
Boiling Spring Lakes dam project new projected completion date of summer 2025
It’s been more than three years since Hurricane Florence destroyed several dams in Boiling Spring Lakes. Now, officials say it could take another three years to get water back in the lakes.
Brunswick Regional Water and Sewer H2GO celebrate its newly operational Belville treatment plant
Today, Brunswick Regional Water and Sewer H2GO celebrated a ribbon cutting, for its wastewater treatment plant expansion.
Courageous breast cancer survivor to compete in the Ironman 70.3 triathlon
In New Hanover County more than 2,500 athletes are prepping for the Ironman 70.3, that takes place tomorrow.