ST. JAMES, NC (WWAY-TV) — On one of the darkest days in American history, a story of bravery and sacrifice is sometimes overlooked. After the world trade center attacks on 9/11, thousands fled toward the water surrounding lower Manhattan. Hundreds of boat operators like Warren Ihde rushed to help evacuate them from the island. “All the emergency drills we do…
Reactions continue after a Ukrainian refugee was fatally stabbed in Charlotte. Some Ukrainians in Wilmington condemned partisan rhetoric.
The exhibition at the Leland Cultural Arts Center is titled “Ecos De Boriken”—which is the original indigenous name for the island of Puerto Rico.
Getting between Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach is a simple journey by car today. But in the early half of the 20th century, there was another more popular option for beachgoers looking to get out of the city and onto the sand.
The gathering at Bespoke Coffee on Princess Street included a camera crew rental company, wood suppliers for set construction, and Habitat for Humanity Restores, where props are often purchased.
While every football team wants to win a state championship, some have reason to celebrate by picking up just a single win.
A woman has been charged in the death of four girls who died in a housefire at a home north of Chadbourn on August 30th.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Canines for Service is a local non-profit organization that serves veterans nation wide. They train service dogs and pair them with veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, mobility limitations, and history with military sexual trauma. The trained service dogs allow veterans to continue to live a more normal day-to-day life. Bethany Leighton, Executive Director…
In this year’s fiscal budget, the county cut $27,300 in funding to the Cape Fear Homeless Continuum of Care.
The utility provider was in Brunswick County Wednesday replacing old wood power lines with new steel ones.
The Wilmington City Council has approved the first reading of an amended camping ordinance during its first meeting at the Skyline Center. The measure passed 5-2, with Council members Salette Andrews and Kevin Spears voting against it.
Hoggard volleyball remained undefeated in Carolina Coast Conference play after picking up a road sweep over Laney on Tuesday.
A hard fought battle ended in a 2-2 draw when Wilmington Christian Academy boys soccer hosted South Brunswick on Tuesday.
With a week to go until conference play, Laney boys soccer continued their hot start with a 3-1 home win over Wallace-Rose Hill Tuesday.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — They’re replacing the old red-light cameras that issued citations to drivers caught running red lights. The new cameras are always on — recording drivers going through an intersection. Casey Borton is a supervisor in the Wilmington Police Sting Center which provides real-time information by gathering information about criminal activities and suspects. “If an armed robbery…
Hearing from friends of Mike Duncan, a Wilmington businessman who died riding an e-bike in Boone.
Last month, Florida-based development company 4th Dimension Properties acquired the mall. 4th Dimension Properties has previously bought and renovated other malls across the country.
September is suicide prevention month, a time to spread awareness, hope and support.
BRUNSWICK, NC (WWAY) — Carolina Shores is a small town, located on mostly swamp land, a fact that makes flooding a constant concern. On top of that, many residents worry new developments could bring even more problems. “The issue is that the growth is too fast, and the concerns of the resident is the traffic safety, stormwaters, evacuation, and…
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Sunday was the last day of the annual Pooch Plunge at the Legion Center Pool. The annual Pooch Plunge had another successful day at the Legion Center Pool where dozens of pups and their owners came out today to enjoy the pool and foster community. Next year’s Pooch Plunge is already in the planner, and…
BRUNSWICK, NC (WWAY) –Sunday Brunswick Beer Xchange hosted an adorable puppies and pilates class. Brunswick Beer Xchange hosted a puppies and pilates class. The class was a 50-minute beginner lesson taught by Pilates with Ashley and benefited Wagon Tails Farm Rescue. Wagon Tails Farm Rescue started in 2018. They pull animals from the shelters to decrease the euthanasia rate…
Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site (BTFA) honored the 277th anniversary of the Spanish attack on Brunswick.
Saturday the car club Sun Coast Cruisers hosted ‘Cars in the Park’ at the Belville Riverwalk Park.
Some unexpected wins and brutal losses headlined week three of high school football season.