Massive fire at Carolina Beach condominiums
Multiple crews are responding to reports of a fire in Carolina Beach.
Important measures to take to ensure your outdoor plant safety during tonight’s cold snap
Local plant experts say one of the biggest mistakes people make is putting their plants outside too soon in the season, and then failing to protect them properly during cold weather.
Local farmers working to protect their crops from tonight’s freezing weather
Spring began nearly two weeks ago, but winter-like conditions are in store for tonight.
New Hanover County Schools assistant principal charged with sex crimes found dead
Nobles Middle School assistant principal, David Bostian, 59, has been arrested and charged with two counts of sexual offense by a government employee.
NHSO: Man shoots brother during argument
An argument between brothers turned violent on Thursday night, ending with one man sent to the hospital and the other charged with attempted murder.
What Did We Miss? Man steals $1250 worth of Girl Scout cookies
One man’s sweet tooth gets him in trouble PLUS a dad brings his toddler way too close to an elephant for a selfie.
WWAY 5th Quarter: April 1, 2021
There’s just one week left to go in the high school football regular season. Week six brought us big time matchups and star studded performances. Check out the highlights and final scores on this weeks 5th Quarter with WWAY Sports Director Tanner Barth.
C.B. McGrath, local fans react to Roy Williams retirement
Hall of Fame basketball coach Roy Williams is retiring, making it official during a press conference Thursday.
‘Plant an Azalea Week’ kicks off at Airlie Gardens
The Cape Fear Garden Club got their hands dirty at Wilmington’s Airlie Gardens today for “Plant an Azalea Week”.
Area churches prepare for Good Friday
Churches are making preparations for Good Friday this week.
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center welcomes guests back for tours
A popular Pender County attraction is once again welcoming visitors, after being closed since last spring due to the pandemic.
All aboard! Amtrak announces goal to bring trains to Wilmington
Planes, trains, and automobiles. Wilmington used to have access to all three. And after a recent Amtrak proposal, it might again.
OBGYN says there is no evidence that COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility
From the beginning of the pandemic misinformation has been circulating about the virus and more recently the vaccine. Health care professionals have worked continuously to dispel any myths or rumors that pop up.
Two people shocked after crane hits power line at construction site on Market Street
Two people were taken to the hospital after being electrocuted when a crane hit a power line at a construction site Thursday afternoon.
South Brunswick High holds annual Prom Closet event with new safety precautions
The South Brunswick High School Prom Closet returned for 2021 on Wednesday after being forced to cancel the event in 2020 due to COVID-19.
Warrants reveal details in missing person case turned murder investigation
After acquiring six search warrants and two arrest warrants, WWAY has new details about a missing persons case turned murder investigation.
New Hanover County lays out plans to use $45M in COVID-19 relief
On Wednesday, New Hanover County released a plan to spend $45.5 million from the American Rescue Plan.
Brunswick County sheriff’s deputy suffers stroke after testing positive for COVID-19
A Brunswick County sheriff’s deputy has been hospitalized for nearly a month after testing positive for COVID-19.
Warrant: Columbus Co. animal shelter director points pistol at victim during dispute
Columbus County Animal Control Director Loretta Shipman was arrested Saturday following a domestic dispute.
UNCW selected as host site for the 2021 NCAA Soccer Championships
Men’s and Women’s soccer teams from across the national will be headed to the Cape Fear next month. It was announced this week the UNCW soccer complex will be one of the host sites for the 2021 NCAA Tournament.
‘Teacher of the Week’ hitting a high wave by engaging students in math
When Brandon Puhalski is not surfing or fishing outside, he stays busy with his other passion — teaching elementary students about math.
Mom to Mom: Creating magic jelly beans
Just when you thought you were out of creativity after a year spent at home, we have a new project that will delight your children as we head into Easter weekend.
Tresvik throws a perfect game as Hoggard softball rolls against North Brunswick
It was a game that Hoggard’s Icess Tresvik will never forget. The Viking senior threw a perfect game and hit a homerun as Hoggard picked up the 11-0 win over the North Brunswick Scorpions.
Roupp adds another CAA Pitcher of the Week Award
Junior Landen Roupp was named Pitcher of the Week by the Colonial Athletic Association after picking up his second win of the season in the series opener at Charleston last weekend.