Laney sweeps West Brunswick to open conference play
The first game of Carolina Conference play was kind to Laney volleyball, who picked up a home sweep over West Brunswick on Tuesday.
New Hanover takes down North Brunswick 3-2, surpasses last year’s win total
Despite it only being the first game of Carolina Coast Conference play, New Hanover volleyball reached a milestone in their five set home win over North Brunswick on Tuesday.
Lovin’ It: McDonald’s header the difference as Ashley tops J.H. Rose 1-0
It took more than 60 minutes of regulation, but Ashley boys soccer managed to pitch a shutout with a 1-0 win at home on Tuesday.
Boating safety for storm season
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wrightsville Beach is a hot spot for boating, but that fun comes with responsibility and knowing boating safety. With Hurricane Erin out of the way, waters are returning to normal. But during storms, strong currents and large waves can make conditions dangerous. Two boats capsized in Masonboro Inlet this past Saturday… A reminder of how quickly…
WATCH: Newly released drone video shows pilot rescue in Oak Island
Newly released video shows the dramatic rescue of a pilot who was forced to make an emergency water landing earlier this month near the Oak Island Pier.
UNCW volleyball prepares for first season with Lo Hoyer as head coach
After years of not being in the discussion for the CAA, UNCW volleyball is committed to turning the program around.
CFA avoids scare, stays undefeated in 5-set thriller over WCA
Despite winning the first two sets, Cape Fear Academy volleyball needed to go the distance at home to take down Wilmington Christian Academy on Monday.
Mushroom dangers and what to know
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The abundance of rain we’ve seen in the cape fear in recent weeks creates ideal conditions for mushrooms, which may tempt your pet or child into doing something risky. Mushrooms are the “fruiting body” of a fungi. They sit at the bottom of our ecosystem as decomposers. While seeing a cluster of them is not unusual,…
Wilmington breaks ground on $2.4M River Road Roundabout
The City of Wilmington, Riverlights, and Proximity Watermark officially broke ground on a new roundabout Monday morning.
5 people and a dog rescued after two boats capsize in Masonboro Inlet
According to Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue Director Sam Proffitt, a small boat capsized just after 4 pm, due to large swells in the inlet.
Rally supporting Ukraine held in Wilmington on 34th anniversary of country’s independence from Soviet Union
The rally was held at Thalian Hall in downtown Wilmington to support and uplift the voices of Ukraine.
First official victim of 9/11 attacks honored with community cookout at Brunswick Beer Xchange
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Brunswick Beer Xchange held a community cookout on Saturday to honor first responders. Brunswick Beer Xchange is hosting a Community Cookout and First Responder Appreciation event in tandem with raising funds for the Ringfinnan Memorial Garden of Remembrance. The Ringfinnan Memorial Garden is located in Kinsale, Ireland and is dedicated to the memory of…
Inaugural Taste of Truckz food festival fundraiser held at CFCC
The Taste of Truckz event hosted local food trucks and vendors along with beer and wine tastings. There will also be live music and a kids’ area.
Cape Fear Women’s Rugby is utilizing their club to create community
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Women’s Rugby is utilizing their club to create community in Wilmington. Founded in 1974, Cape Fear Rugby has been a place for people to come together and show their love for the sport. The sport itself allows people of all shapes and sizes to come together to play and grow as a team…
The 5th Quarter August 22, 2025
Week one of the 2025 football season has come and gone.
Southport Historic Preservation Commission holds special meeting as residents give feedback
In July, the Commission presented a 200-page document to the city’s board of aldermen, which proposed designs for the district.
Brunswick Beer Xchange hosting community cookout to honor first responders
Brunswick Beer Xchange is hosting a Community Cookout and First Responder Appreciation Day in conjunction with a fundraising event to benefit a 9-11 memorial.
Columbus County residents hold meeting to discuss flooding issues
Attendees who live in Whiteville, Bolton, and Tabor City shared their concerns with flooding, which some residents said happens even after routine storms.
UNCW drops season opener to UMBC 2-1
The UNCW men’s soccer team dropped their season opener at home Thursday 2-1 to UMBC.
UNCW Women’s Basketball to host inaugural Dee Dee Toon Rivers Luncheon
College basketball season is still a ways down the road, but the UNCW women will soon host an event to honor one of their own.
WPFFA president gives update on Wilmington firefighters injured in building explosion
After a driver struck a gas line, which caused a gas explosion at Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center, several Wilmington firefighters checked the building to ensure no one was inside and to measure gas levels.
Cape Fear beaches report few impacts from Hurricane Erin
Dangerous surf conditions continue across the Cape Fear as Hurricane Erin moves north.
New brewery ‘Museum of Beer and Art’ to open in Leland Friday
The brewery is a collaboration between three Wilmington business owners
The Museum of Beer and Art—or MOBA—will be serving beer, wine, and cocktails, with the eventual goal of adding food truck service.
Time running out to vote on names for aquarium’s baby sea turtles
Time is running out to help name two loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings now living at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.