Local woman hopes to bring community fridge to Carolina Beach
A Carolina Beach woman is hoping to reduce food insecurity by establishing a community refrigerator.
Crews begin filming in Carolina Beach for Netflix movie ‘Along for the Ride’
Lights, camera, action! Night Owl Productions spent Wednesday filming on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk for a Netflix feature film.
‘Teacher of the Week’ inspires first graders to learn Spanish and appreciate other cultures
Research shows exposure to a foreign language at an early age can boost a child’s analytical abilities because their brains are like sponges wired to absorb and learn new things.
One practice at a time Hoggard Football continues their quest towards a state title
A hard hitting conference schedule couldn’t slow down the Hoggard High School football team in 2021. The Vikings finished the season undefeated at (7-0), earning themselves a top four seed in the Class 4AA East.
Seven rehabilitated sea turtles released in Ocean Isle Beach
Some sea turtles are getting a second chance at life after being rehabilitated and released into the ocean.
Local activists react to Derek Chauvin murder conviction
A group of activists gathered on the steps of Wilmington City Hall Tuesday night to praise a jury’s decision to convict former police officer Derek Chauvin of murdering George Floyd last year.
Stellar week earns UNCW’s Amberlyn Pearce the CAA Pitcher of the Week
UNCW sophomore pitcher Amberlyn Pearce has been named the Colonial Athletic Association’s Softball Pitcher of the Week for her play after the Seahawks went a perfect 4-0 last week.
Board of Education votes to remove coach’s name from volleyball court
The New Hanover County Board of Education has voted to remove former coach Ron Strickland’s name from the Hoggard High School volleyball court.
Locals and a NC senator discuss potential medical marijuana bill on 420
North Carolina senators recently introduced marijuana legislation to allow for medical use. If the bill is passed, it could mean that North Carolina would become the 37th state to legalize medical weed to combat chronic pain.
Wake N Bake celebrates 4/20 day with specialized donuts
Many people across the state are celebrating 420 in unique ways today, including a local donut shop.
Volunteer numbers beginning to rise again across the Cape Fear
This week is National Volunteer Week in North Carolina to encourage more residents to help out in their community.
NHSO shares video of possible suspect in construction site theft
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office has shared a video of a person believed to be a part of a large theft operation that took place earlier this month.
Pet Pals: Two senior pets are looking for a new home
This week we have two pet pals for you to meet.
Vaccine supply up, demand ‘softening’ in New Hanover County
There are more opportunities to get vaccinated against COVID-19 in New Hanover County, but it seems supply could be exceeding demand.
UNCW set to host five NCAA Tournament soccer games
The matchups have been set for the five NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championship early-round games scheduled next week at the UNCW Soccer Stadium.
Travel increases in the United States
Is the great American summer vacation back on this year? According to some travel agents, absolutely.
‘Heart of a servant’: Loved ones remember teacher who died after rescuing children from rip current
Loved ones are remembering Jessica Embry, the teacher who died after rescuing two children from a rip current in Kure Beach on Sunday.
New Hanover County Commissioners deliver ‘state of the county’ address
The Hanover County Board of Commissioners held its 2021 State of the County address Monday morning. The pandemic and recovery efforts dominated the conversation, and even impacted how and when the meeting was held.
Currents of Care expands support to all cancer patients at NHRMC Zimmer Center
In an effort to expand it’s help to more cancer patients, the NHRMC Foundation is building on the longstanding success of The Pink Ribbon Project with it’s new fundraising initiative, Currents of Care.
Brunswick Community College shoots for men’s basketball national title
The Brunswick Community College men’s basketball team shoots for a national title starting Monday, April 16 at 1pm EDT at the NJCAA tournament in Hutchinson, KS.
Wilmington landscaper speaks out on pine straw shortage
One Wilmington landscaper shares his concerns surrounding a pine straw shortage, as one of the busiest seasons for the landscaping business begins.
Fort Fisher Aquarium holds annual 5K race in-person
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher hosted a “Race for the Planet” with more than 240 runners in attendance this weekend.
‘Lemonade for a Cure’ stand set up by a 9 year old girl in Hampstead
One 9-year-old girl running a lemonade stand, gaining the support of the local community to fund a big cause.
NCDOT conducts its annual litter sweep in Wilmington
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) —The Plastic Ocean Project partnering with the city of Wilmington and NCDOT to clean up litter scattered along a busy roadside in the city on Saturday. City leaders, state legislators, and volunteers with the Plastic Ocean Project conducted a litter sweep on an important gateway into the city of Wilmington, on North College Road. The…