‘Teacher of the Week’ recognized for going above to meet students’ needs
During the pandemic, teachers have provided a sense a stability and connectedness for many students, and we found one that really stands out.
Mom to Mom: Creating custom Lilies using your own handprint
With just four days until Mother’s Day, time is running out to find the perfect gift for mom or grandma.
NHCBOE honors scholarship recipients, approves budget request
The New Hanover County Board of Education held their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, where they approved several items on the agenda.
Three more victims accuse former New Hanover County teacher of sex crimes
More victims are coming forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against a former New Hanover County Schools teacher.
Bright Hope program aims to help children grow while their parents get help for addiction
The Boys & Girls Homes in Lake Waccamaw is unveiling the first of its kind program for children in need of a place to stay while their parents are getting help for an addiction.
Help Wanted: Congressman discusses unemployment in the Cape Fear
Help wanted signs have multiplied across the Cape Fear, affecting everyone from restaurants to flower sellers like Castle Hayne Farms.
NC Coastal Federation continues to remove abandoned boats from NC coast
Over the past two decades, dozens of boats have been abandoned along the coast of North Carolina. The North Carolina Coastal Federation is doing its part to address the problem.
Area tourism leaders hope for successful summer after industry takes hard hit due to COVID-19
On Tuesday, New Hanover County and North Carolina tourism directors held a webinar on the pandemic’s effect and tourism’s potential recovery.
May the Fourth be with you: Star Wars characters stop by WWAY
Today is May 4, but if there’s a Star Wars fan in your home you’ll likely hear them say “May the Fourth be with you.”
Columbus County getting new US 74 interchange
Another interchange and bridge will be constructed on U.S 74 in Columbus County.
Pet Pals: 1-year-old Pitbull/Boxer mix is looking for a calm home
This weeks pet pal is a 1 year-old female Pitbull/Boxer mix.
Local soccer teams keep their seasons alive after round one of the state tournament
Close contests were the name of the game on Monday night during the first round of the NCHSAA State soccer tournament. Four local teams picked up wins to advance to the second round on Wednesday night.
New Hanover County leaders pushing for highest teacher pay in state
Elected leaders in New Hanover County are pushing to make the county’s public school teachers the highest paid in the state.
Five Cape Fear area softball teams keep their titles hopes alive after round one
Round one of the NCHSAA state softball playoffs wrapped up and five teams from the Cape Fear are left still fighting for a championship. Pender, East Columbus, Topsail, Laney, and Hoggard all picked up round one wins on Monday night.
Commissioners approve affordable housing rezoning, new cell phone tower in Porters Neck
More affordable housing is on its way to New Hanover County, and cell phone service is about to improve for those in Porters Neck.
UNCW Men’s Tennis prepared for the NCAA Tournament after winning 7th CAA title
It was a weekend to remember for the UNCW Men’s Tennis team. The Seahawks won their 7th CAA championship taking down William & Mary in the title match, 4-3. It was UNCW’s first conference title since the 2018 season.
National Weather Service unveils new rip current model system
Summer is almost here, and with it come trips to the beach. Rip currents are one of the biggest hazards facing beach-goers, claiming several lives in the state each year.
Mother’s Day leads to spike in flower sales
Mother’s Day is Sunday, and if you’re thinking about flowers, one area grower says this is one of the busiest times of the year.
Lawyer: Man admits to drinking prior to deadly hit-and-run on S. College Road
A man has been charged in a fatal hit-and-run that happened over the weekend.
‘A tremendous honor’: Trot Nixon to be inducted in NC Sports Hall of Fame
Former MLB player and Wilmington resident Trot Nixon has been recognized for his athletic achievements.
Leland hosts fine art exhibition and sale over the weekend
A fine art exhibition and sale was held this weekend at the Brunswick Forest Fitness and Wellness Center in Leland.
Willowdale Urban Farm growing food to feed the community
One man’s dream in 2015 has grown into a project that is helping to feed the community around parts of Wilmington.
Hit-and-run fatality on S. College and Wilshire Blvd.
Wilmington police are investigating a hit-and-run shortly after 2 a.m. this morning.
Job fair held by Labor Finders of Wilmington hoping to fill increasing job openings
Today, a job fair was held by labor finders, offering high paying jobs and inviting people of all skill sets to come out and apply.