Jerusalema Dance attempting to raise money for student tutoring
Dozens of people turned out to Portia Hines park Saturday morning to take part in the Jerusalema dance challenge for a good cause.
WWAY welcomes new Sports Director, Jake Eichstaedt
The WWAY News team officially has a new sports director.
Whiteville City Schools see an increase in summer school enrollment
Whiteville City Schools putting a positive spin on the number of students attending summer school, with more than a third of students in the district attending summer school.
Pender County Tourism launches its new African-American Heritage Trail on Juneteenth weekend
Pender County Tourism is launching a new project this Juneteenth weekend, highlighting African American heritage.
Local historian talks about significance of Juneteenth then, and now
Anti-racism activist Lettie Shumate hopes to educate people in the Cape Fear about the meaning behind Juneteenth, and the next right step Americans can take to get closer to lasting solutions to racism.
Brilliant Beautiful Women ready to empower women on Juneteenth
Brilliant Beautiful Women will be at Portia Hines Park in Wilmington on Saturday to celebrate Juneteenth. The event is from 9am – 9 pm at 400 N. 10th Street and will feature a day of events and vendors.
Southport Plein Arts Festival to feature live music, art and more
More than 50 artists will be heading to Brunswick County to take part in the Southport Plein Air Festival this weekend.
Town of Leland votes to annex new development, finalizes merger with H2GO
Brunswick Regional Water and Sewer, H2GO and the Town of Leland taking the final step to consolidate their water and wastewater utilities.
Wilmington Juneteenth Committee reacts to federal holiday declaration
On Thursday, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law declaring Juneteenth a national holiday. Now some in the Cape Fear are reacting.
Carolina Beach boardwalk amusement rides have officially opened to the public
The amusement rides on the Carolina Beach boardwalk are officially up and running for the summer season.
Debris left behind from devastating fire at Paradise Cove Condominiums is being torn down
More than 2 months have passed and today the debris left behind is finally being torn down.
UNCW program hopes to connect Wilmington residents with international students
UNCW is looking to connect its international students with local residents, in an effort to add more comfort to the college experience.
World’s largest swim lesson helps keep kids afloat
As we dive into summer, are area children ready for fun in the sun? With the help of the Nir Family YMCA, they will be. The YMCA partnered with Waves of Wilmington swim team to offer kids across New Hanover County free swim lessons.
How to help your furry friends beat the heat during the dog days of summer
The dog days of summer are approaching, so it’s important to make sure not just the humans are beating the heat.
Cape Fear residents experience long Uber and Lyft wait times
You may want to have a backup plan if you rely on ride share services.
Orlando Jones celebrating Juneteenth and Father’s Day in Wilmington
TV star and comedian Orlando Jones is hosting the Port City Comedy Jam Juneteenth Celebration Saturday in Wilmington.
Red Cross issues urgent appeal for donations during “severe” blood shortage
The American Red Cross sends out a call for blood donations, now that nationwide supplies have reached severely low levels.
North Carolina House approves tax breaks for retired veterans
It’s a win for veterans in the Tar Heel State, as the North Carolina House votes in favor of a tax break for retired military personnel.
More children having issues with worsening eyesight due to increased screen time
After a year of increased screen time from remote learning during the pandemic, a local doctor is beginning to see the negative effects on children’s eyesight.
Volunteers rebuild heart of Fair Bluff to reignite a community
The Town of Fair Bluff is still recovering after back-to-back hurricanes flooded area homes and businesses.
But this summer, volunteers from Columbus County and across the country are teaming up to rebuild, starting with the Building Bridges Community Center.
One Love Tennis launches its new summer academic program
Lenny Simpson’s “One Love Tennis” announcing it will be launching a new summer academic program for children ages 7 to 18.
Whiteville volunteers prepare for Hurricane Preparedness event
Saturday, community groups in Whiteville are teaming up to hold a Hurricane Preparedness event.
South Topsail Elementary School teacher wins WWAY’s ‘Teacher of the School Year’ contest
WWAY is pleased to announce the winner of our ‘Teacher of the School Year’ contest.
Follow up: Lockwood Folly Inlet still dangerously shallow
The depth is still decreasing and the danger is increasing.