Labor Day marks last day of pool time for Wilmington and YMCA
Families enjoyed Wilmington pools Monday, the last day of pool time for some this year.
Fort Fisher celebrating lesser-known WWII history at 80th anniversary ceremony
Fort Fisher is celebrating the 80th anniversary of WWII training exercises that took place at the historic site beginning in 1941.
Thousands venture to area beaches as the unofficial end of summer nears
Thousands of visitors are in town for the Labor Day holiday weekend, with many heading to local beaches to enjoy the unofficial end of summer.
5th Quarter September 3, 2021
Week 3 is in the books. The video of the full show is attached.
Wrightsville Beach businesses expect a tourism boost for Labor Day weekend
In Wrightsville Beach, some local resorts, restaurants, and businesses are anticipating a busy few days, much like the booming business they’ve seen this summer season.
Increase in motorists on the road for Labor Day weekend travel
The roads to and from Wilmington and area beaches were full this afternoon, as tourism and travel pick up this holiday weekend.
New Hanover County Commissioners give board of education access to up $350 million; groups work together to solve gun violence
Today, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met with the Board of Education, law enforcement, and other community officials to discuss this week’s school shooting at New Hanover High School.
School board gets schooled on parliamentary procedure
The New Hanover County Board of Education has come under scrutiny after several recent meetings erupted into chaos, and the board is hoping to put an end to that.
Topsail falls to Northern Nash at home
The Pirates were shut out against the Knights 40-0 Thursday night.
UNCW holds information session on COVID-19 as case numbers climb
A virtual discussion on COVID-19 was held with UNCW faculty and staff on Thursday, featuring a professor from UNC School of Medicine.
Mother of 15-year-old suspect in NHHS shooting incident says her son was bullied
Just three days after a shooting at New Hanover High School that left one student injured, the mother of the 15-year-old suspect is speaking out, saying her son was bullied prior to the incident.
Veteran Suicide Awareness month begins; Hampstead widow speaks out, asks veterans to seek help
Nearly every day, up to 20 veterans will take their own life. Only 30 percent of them will have sought help through veteran resources.
One woman personally affected by this hopes her husband’s story can change that statistic as we enter Veteran Suicide Awareness Month.
US Postal Service holds job fair, hiring thousands
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the US Postal Service. It’s looking for lots of new elves to help over the holidays.
Burgaw Train Depot to host night of murder, mystery and intrigue
If you enjoy mystery and intrigue, Burgaw Parks and Recreation will be hosting an exciting murder mystery dinner later this month.
Fort Fisher State Historic Park to host 80th anniversary World War II experience
Fort Fisher will mark an important anniversary of the state historic site’s lesser-known World War II anti-aircraft training base history this weekend.
911 calls reveal new details in New Hanover High School shooting
911 calls from Monday morning’s shooting at New Hanover High School were released to WWAY on Wednesday, revealing new insight into law enforcement’s response.
Wilmington Marine Corps veteran running 30 miles per day to honor fallen troops
It’s been nearly a week since 13 US service members were killed in a terrorist attack in Afghanistan. Now one local veteran upset by that attack is channeling his frustration into something constructive.
Nerves high as parents send kids back to school after shooting
As anxious students returned to campus Wednesday, many questions were still left unanswered. Security measures were high, and parents’ nerves were even higher.
Cougar defense propels South Brunswick to Team of the Week
The Cougars are 2-0 and have given up 0 points in 8 quarters
Local hospitals and health departments see a spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations
Local hospitals and county health departments are feeling the impact of rising COVID cases. One area hospital now rearranging its treatment spaces and protocols due to the increasing number of COVID-19 hospitalizations.
New Hanover County rolls out mortgage assistance program
With the end of federal mortgage assistance, New Hanover County is rolling out a program helping Cape Fear homeowners impacted by COVID.
CDC advises against Labor Day Weekend travel if you are unvaccinated
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising against traveling for Labor Day Weekend if you are not vaccinated and New Hanover County health officials are recommending travelers take safety precautions.
Mom to Mom: Tips to make moving easier
One thing we can all agree on moving from one home to another is anything but a walk in the park.
School safety protocols discussed as students prepare to return to NHHS after shooting
Students at New Hanover High School are set to return to the building on Wednesday following a shooting on Monday, and the district is discussing safety protocols.