NICU farewell parade for Baby Sway after 118 days of care
A baby has finally been released from the NICU after spending more than 100 days there.
Southport Strong fundraiser brings hundreds together in support
On Saturday in Southport the community rallied together for the Southport Strong Community Relief Fundraiser.
The 5th Quarter October 17, 2025
Week Nine of high school football season has tons of close results and a pair of matchups involving Wilmington schools.
Skydiver needed rescue after landing in coastal marsh near Oak Island
The Town of Oak Island responded to a call from a skydiver who overshot their landing area and ended up in the coastal marsh near Oak Island.
Everyone Counts to host its inaugural ‘A Place at the Table’ Black Tie fundraiser dinner in Wilmington
Everyone Counts Executive Director Ursula Greene and President Danielle McIntosh sit down with Tomika Jackson to discuss inaugural dinner fundraiser.
New Hanover High School Student arrested after gun allegedly found in bag
An arrest has been made of an 18-year-old student at New Hanover High School after he allegedly had a stolen gun in his bag.
UNCW blanks Hofstra 2-0, clinches CAA South title
A major bounce back campaign for UNCW women’s soccer came full circle on Thursday as the Seahawks pitched a home shutout over Hofstra 2-0.
Neighbors react to accused 60-year-old bank robber
Arrest warrants say West is charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon, and several drug charges, including possession of methamphetamine.
Both sides react to motion to dismiss lawsuit filed by Pender Post newspaper
An ongoing legal battle between the owner of the Pender-Topsail Post & Voice and three Pender County Commissioners took its next step, as the county filed a motion to dismiss the Post’s lawsuit.
“Not surprised:” Political party leaders react to NHCO sheriff affiliation switch
McMahon confirmed he was a Republican before switching to the Democratic Party a month before replacing Sid Causey upon his retirement in 2009.
NHCO early voting sites open doors ahead of municipal elections
Early voting will be available until November 1. Election day on November 4.
Backyard BBQ Cook-Off brings food, music, and charity to Fort Fisher this weekend
The Island Men of Carolina Beach are firing up the grills this weekend for their fourth annual Backyard BBQ Cookoff at Fort Fisher, bringing together family fun, live music, and a friendly competition among local pitmasters.
Fair Bluff honors law enforcement hero nearly 50 years after his death
A new memorial was unveiled Wednesday honoring a Columbus County police officer who died in the line of duty nearly 50 years ago.
“America Needs Godly Men” event at UNCW met with protests, heated debate
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) — Chants from protestors rang UNCW’s Fisher Student Center Wednesday night. While inside the Lumina Theater, an evangelical Christian organization called Promise Keepers hosted their event they called “America Needs Godly Men.” Shane Winnings is the CEO of Promise Keepers and some of the things he talked about included abortion, masculinity, transgender rights and feminism. The event…
Team of the Week: Perfect storm for Laney as they prepare to face Hoggard
Things started slow for Buccaneer football this season, but things are looking promising ahead of their biggest test yet.
Champions: Hoggard edges Topsail in five for Carolina Coast volleyball title
After going perfect in Carolina Coast play during the regular season, Hoggard volleyball did so again in the conference tournament as they took down Topsail 3-2 on Wednesday to take the title.
Snow’s Cut set for major repairs amid erosion risks
“There’s basically four reaches that we’re looking at on Snow’s Cut which are all west of 421. We’re looking at the areas that have kind of the highest risk of erosion,” said Connolly.
As development surges, advocates push tree protections
The code calls for retaining and protecting mature trees instead of replacing them and lowering the impact development to reduce canopy loss. The code also calls for improving storm water infrastructure and enforcing existing codes instead of loosening restrictions on green space.
The DREAMS Center for Arts Education to host its third annual Grub and Groove fundraiser in Wilmington
Dr. Kimberly Lebby from The DREAMS Center for Arts Education and Celebrity Chef Keith Rhodes sits down with Tomika Jackson to discuss the third annual Grub and Groove fundraiser in Wilmington.
Wilmington festivals combine food, fun, and fundraising for local kids
Wilmington’s Live Oak Bank Amphitheater will host two beer and wine festivals this weekend, offering attendees food, drinks, and live entertainment while raising funds for the Carousel Center.
Hoggard shuts out West Brunswick 8-0
Hoggard boys soccer remained perfect in conference play following an 8-0 home win over West Brunswick on Tuesday.
Hoggard sweeps Ashley to advance to CCC championship
Following an opening round bye, Hoggard volleyball swept Ashley on Tuesday to advance to the Carolina Coast Conference championship.
Hoggard sweeps titles at CCC cross country championship
One school walked away with all the hardware at the Carolina Coast Conference cross country championships at Long Leaf Park on Tuesday.
A voice from the streets: a new media publication gives Wilmington’s homeless a new platform
NEW HANOVER, NC (WWAY) — The ‘Real Homeless Herald’ is a newspaper written by individuals experiencing homelessness in order to share their stories. Every Tuesday, the staff of the Herald meet at the Living Hope Day Center, a homeless shelter located in downtown Wilmington that provides food, shelter, and supplies to the homeless. Herald interviewer Sebastien Bastey-Enriquez says the paper…