Proposed development on Cape Fear River would be tallest structure in county
A proposed development on the Cape Fear River could bring a big change to the look of downtown Wilmington.
Flight 22 Prep School offers underrecruited hoopers a second chance at playing college ball
Nathan Faulk started Flight 22 20 years ago. In it’s existence, it’s produced plenty of collegiate talent, and even some professional. But, with 2020 offering different challenges that he, nor any coach, has ever faced, his focus shifted, and an idea was born.
Team of the Week: West Brunswick Trojans
Battling not just opponents on Friday night, but also COVID-19 issues and deaths of recently-graduated former players, Coach Brett Hickman is not satisfied with 1-3, but he likes where his team is at going in to October.
UNCW strings along new interactive art project
If you are looking for a fun project this week, UNCW’s got you covered with its interactive Unity Wheel.
Shallotte man who received an artificial heart has been discharged from the hospital
DURHAM, N.C. (WWAY) — An update on a Shallotte man making history, after receiving an artificial heart transplant nearly 3 months ago, Matthew Moore is out of the hospital and reunited with his family. Matthew Moore is back with his family, while he waits to get a full heart transplant, to replace the artificial heart he received in July at…
More than just grapes: A look inside Cape Fear Vineyard and Winery
Cape Fear Vineyard and Winery in Elizabethtown offers up a lot more than just wine. There are lots of things to do and see while you’re there.
Suspect in deadly hit-and-run on Carolina Beach Road appears in court; friends remember beloved barber and victim
The man accused of a deadly hit-and-run on Carolina Beach Road appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.
North Carolina model redefines industry by starting career in her 70s
Raleigh resident Carolyn Doelling has created the ultimate reboot in retirement by starting a career as a fashion model at the age of 74.
Elizabethtown coffee shop brews off java flights
An Elizabethtown coffee shop has put a fun spin on the way you can get your java fix.
Cub Scout Sign-Up Night looking for new Scouts
Register your boy or girl for Cub Scouts and a lifetime of adventure at the Cub Scout Sign-Up Night at Jungle Rapids in Wilmington on October 5.
Tickets are now available for Pender County’s annual ghost walk
Tickets are on sale now for the award-winning Ghost Walk: Ghosts of Pender’s Past, a haunting tour around Burgaw’s historic cemetery.
Wilmington mayor, council candidates face off over Zoom
Election day is a little more than a month away, and candidates for Wilmington mayor and city council answered questions from the community on Tuesday.
New Hanover has strong performance in home opener
The New Hanover Wildcats have won their first game at Legion for the fall of 2021, defeating the North Brunswick Scorpions 22-19.
New hurricane sensor technology could come to the Cape Fear ahead of the next storm
There are just 9 weeks remaining in official hurricane season, but new sensor technology is ready if we get a late-season storm in the Cape Fear.
At ease: Hundreds remember beloved deputy who died after COVID-19 complications
Tuesday, hundreds of law enforcement officers and residents celebrated the life of David MacAlpine, a New Hanover County Sheriff’s Captain who died of COVID-19.
FEMA sends 4 paramedics to Brunswick Co. to alleviate influx of emergency calls
There’s a need for first responders across the country, including in the Cape Fear region, and FEMA is sending help.
UNCW student left brain dead from COVID complications, mom says
Tyler Gilreath, 20, thought that if he got COVID-19, he could beat it. But his mom said Monday that the young University of North Carolina Wilmington student was brain dead from complications of the virus, soon to be taken off life support.
Wilmington Boat Show pulls into port Friday
The Wilmington Boat Show docks at the Wilmington Convention Center Friday bringing vendors from up and down the east coast to help the Cape Fear find new watercraft.
Pet Pals: 2-year-old domestic short-hair cat is in need of a new home
This week’s Pet Pal is a 2-year-old domestic short-hair cat.
UNCW holds parking lot pep rally for NHRMC healthcare workers
The Novant parking lot filled with bubbles, pom poms, and support as UNCW nursing and health staff members surprised NHRMC medical staff with a pep rally.
Pfizer booster shots available in New Hanover, Brunswick counties for eligible patients
Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster shots are now available in New Hanover and Brunswick counties, days after receiving FDA approval.
Video game design studio opens up shop in downtown Wilmington
A game design company which develops software, game content, and gaming systems for lotteries and charitable gaming opened a new studio in Wilmington on Monday.
Boaters call for USCG to add navigational buoys back to Lockwood Folly Inlet
The Lockwood Folly Inlet between Oak Island and Holden Beach is no longer dangerously shallow following a recent dredging project.
43rd Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament begins Thursday at Dutchman Creek Park
The U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament is on again this year! The 43rd annual fishing tournament is kicking off Thursday, running through Saturday.