Former sheriff’s deputy found not guilty in ‘mob’ incident involving teen
A former New Hanover County Sheriff’s deputy and another man accused of terrorizing a teen in Pender County last year have been found not guilty.
Ashley standout Saniya Rivers nominated for McDonald’s All-American Game
The accolades continue to pile in for Ashley High School basketball standout Saniya Rivers. Today, she was named a nominee for the 2021 McDonald’s All-American Game.
UNCW Women’s Basketball returns to Trask this weekend against Northeastern
For the first time since January 3rd the UNCW Women’s Basketball team will finally be back inside Trask Coliseum playing a game this weekend.
UNCW Softball has opening day pushed back yet again
UNCW’s non-conference softball doubleheader against North Carolina A&T, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 19, has been postponed due to inclement weather.
NWS addresses concerns over lack of warning time ahead of EF-3 twister
Monday night’s devastating storm formed in a matter of minutes, claiming lives and destroying homes.
Columbus County church leaders and health workers partner for vaccine rollout
“We have to have faith in our scientists as well as faith in God. Because God put scientists here for a reason. So that we could get through this pandemic.”
Church leaders and healthcare workers are teaming up to debunk coronavirus vaccine myths.
Community CPR holding a virtual podcasting workshop
In Columbus County, a community group continues to shine light on young women of different races and backgrounds.
Gov. Roy Cooper talks COVID-19, schools, vaccine delays
On Thursday, Governor Roy Cooper held a news conference to discuss COVID-19, weather concerns, and a push for in-person schooling for all students.
Art for All connects local artists with art lovers at Brooklyn Arts Center
This weekend, art lovers can purchase handmade items from local artists at a price they might want to frame.
What Did We Miss? Celebrating Black History Month
Wills takes a break from bringing you weird news stories to celebrate icons in American history. He still tells jokes though.
Former and current soccer standouts speak to the next generation of players
Each year in February we celebrate Black History Month and former U.S. soccer standout Kim Crabbe has been honored throughout the nation for good reason.
“I thought this was it, we’re dying”: Ocean Ridge Plantation residents describe tornado experience
Following Gov. Roy Cooper’s visit to the devastated Ocean Ridge Plantation neighborhood, some residents are sharing what they experienced during the tornado Monday night.
UNCW Baseball moves opening day to Saturday
This weekend’s season-opening series with VCU has been altered and will begin on Saturday with a 2 p.m. start at Brooks Field.
East Columbus High School won’t field varsity football team in 2021
The high school football season is set to get underway next Friday night and East Columbus will not be fielding a varsity squad in 2021.
Gov. Cooper seeking improved warning system after deadly tornado
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper says the state must learn from the tornado that struck the community of Ocean Isle Beach with little or no warning, leaving three people dead and 10 injured.
NWS report: EF-3 twister tracks across 22 miles of Brunswick County
New information has been released about a tornado that ripped through Brunswick County late Monday night, killing three people.
Cape Fear Garden Club plants 100 trees
Wednesday morning, members of the Cape Fear Garden Club planted 100 trees in Long Leaf Park.
New Hanover County and Wilmington officials discuss homelessness and poverty in the Cape Fear
Wednesday, New Hanover County Commissioners and Wilmington City Council members held a special joint meeting to discuss homelessness, poverty and inequality in the Cape Fear.
Five Guys officially opens in Leland
Wednesday, Five Guys Burger and Fries unlocked their doors for their grand opening. After less than an hour, they’d already served more than 100 people.
Waccamaw School teacher wins ‘Teacher of the Week’
Some of morals and basic life lessons we remember as adults were instilled by our our elementary school teachers.
Mom to Mom: How to make your own ice cream in a bag
Turns out, coffee creamer isn’t just for your morning cup of joe! You can actually use it to keep the kids busy, while they’re making their own dessert!
3-Month-old Tabby kitten is looking for a new home
A 4-month-old tabby kitten is looking for his perfect forever home.
Whiteville authorities help woman with flat tire
The four men changed the woman’s tire. After that, they took her to the Whiteville Fire Department to make sure all her tires were filled with air.
Family lucky to be alive after tornado sends trees crashing into their home
An EF-3 tornado ripped through Brunswick County Monday night, killing at least three people and injuring 10 in the Ocean Ridge Plantation Neighborhood. Just down the road, one family is lucky to be alive after the tornado knocked multiple trees on their home.