Leland Town Council unanimously approves annexation and rezoning of Jackey’s Creek area
Located next to Brunswick Forest off Highway 17, it’s the same piece of land the town once considered building a baseball stadium on.
WWAY’s Winning Ways September 22, 2025
Monday marks the debut a new segment known as “WWAY’s Winning Ways.”
Mino’s hat trick gives CFA 3-0 win over Coastal Christian
A battle of Coastal Plain Conference rivals went the way of Hurricanes boys soccer following a 3-0 Cape Fear Academy home win over Coastal Christian on Monday.
Noah Saldo’s unique journey to Southport City Manager
Recently, the Southport Board of Aldermen appointed, Noah Saldo, as its new City Manager.
‘Art in the Yard’ Brings Local Creatives Together in Carolina and Kure Beaches
CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Held in Carolina and Kure Beaches — Art in the Yard is an event that showcases local artisans and their crafts. Running for four years now, t his event is a way for local artists to promote their art to the community while connecting with other local artists around the island. Treasurer of…
The 5th Quarter September 19, 2025
Week five of high school football season sees conference play start for most schools in the Cape Fear.
UNCW Chancellor Aswani Volety speaks about student safety during difficult week on campus
A week that began with a peaceful vigil for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, ended with an evening of fear at UNCW, following unconfirmed reports of a person with a gun on campus Thursday night.
‘Ghost Town’: UNCW students and faculty reflect after campus lockdown
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) — Walking around UNCW on Friday, the campus was quiet, despite being home to more than 18,000 students. With classes canceled following Thursday night’s false claim of a gunman on campus, many students left for the weekend. Freshmen Lincoln Everingam and Mason Noble remained on campus Friday and shared what they experienced when the shelter in place…
Bannerman Vineyard marks 50 years of legacy and muscadine grapes in Burgaw
One of North Carolina’s oldest vineyards is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Free classical concerts coming to Wilmington and Southport this month
Wilmington Voices is preparing to showcase the sounds of fall with two free concerts later this month, highlighting cellist Hillary Flowers and pianist Elizabeth Loparits.
Wilmington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. set to host best-selling author this weekend
The Wilmington Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is hosting award winning author Victoria Christopher Murray this weekend. The author will share insights from Harlem Rhapsody and give a sneak peek reading from her upcoming book.
Topsail sweeps game and season series against Ashley
Topsail remains second in the Carolina Coast volleyball standings following a 3-0 win at Ashley Thursday.
Laney draws Ashley 1-1 on the road
While both sides remain unbeaten in conference play, Laney and Ashley boys soccer battled to a 1-1 draw on Thursday.
Coastal Christian falls to John Paul II 1-0
The Centurions suffered their first conference loss on Thursday after dropping a home contest to John Paul II 1-0.
UNCW Faces Rising Tensions Amid Political Violence Following Assassination of Charlie Kirk
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — UNCW has experienced several incidents in recent days following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Tensions rose after students painted over the UNCW spirit rock Tuesday morning, covering up an image of Kirk that was created following a memorial for the political activist. That led to the doxxing of a UNCW student, and now threats are being…
Three Wrightsville Beach bridges to undergo $105M replacement
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY-TV) — Come 2028, three Wrightsville Beach bridges will undergo a complete make over. The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced a $105 million plan which has recently been fast-tracked. The project includes two bridges along West Salisbury Street that cross Lees Cut and Banks Channel, as well as the South Banks Channel bridge on Causeway…
NC Project LEAD kicks off the White Lotus Gala at the Wilmington Convention Center
Executive Director Juanita Parker from NC Project Lead and board member Sonya Collins sat down with Tomika Jackson to discuss The White Lotus Leadership Awards Gala.
Junior League of Wilmington to host 17th annual Touch-A-Truck
The Junior League of Wilmington will be hosting the 17th annual Touch-A-Truck event next month.
History with ‘Hud’: Examining the history of the Old Brunswick County Jail
Before today’s modern jail in Brunswick County, there was an Old Jail in Southport which housed prisoners until 1971.
Team of the Week: Pender remains undefeated following 2OT win
Outside of Hoggard, Pender is the last undefeated football team in the Cape Fear.
UNCW students and New Hanover County leaders react to online doxxing after ‘Spirit Rock’ incident
The information release came after an incident at UNCW on Tuesday morning over a painting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed on a college campus in Utah last week.
Topsail swept at home by D.H. Conley
A massive test for the Pirates did not result in a winning grade as Topsail volleyball was swept by D.H. Conley on Wednesday.
New children’s book highlights deputies’ role in Hurricane Helene recovery
Wednesday afternoon the main library in Burgaw hosted a reading celebrating a unique new children’s book.
‘They are so adorable;’ UNCW campus welcomes self-driving food delivery robots
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) — There’s a new delivery service on UNCW’s campus and it’s rolling in on six wheels. Self-driving Starship Robots have arrived. For a delivery fee of around $3, students can order food without even leaving their dorm. For students like freshman Aubrey Looney, they offer a convenient way to order food after long hours of studying. “You’re…