Brunswick County family facing difficult recovery after deadly house fire
Their father, Dustin Presnell, and his 8-year-old step-daughter, Letty, are expected to be in the North Carolina Jaycee Burn Center at UNC Chapel Hill for 2 months.
Colorectal cancer awareness month brings focus to early detection and prevention
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and doctors say early screenings can be life-changing.
Pet Pals: Sweet and playful Terrier mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Sweetie, a young bundle of energy and joy.
Brunswick County group pushing county commissioners to prioritize clean water access
As more than two dozen people held up signs reading “Prioritize Clean Water for All in the 2027 Budget” and “Your Neighbors don’t have Clean Water”, residents addressed commissioners about the need for more clean water access in the county during the meeting’s public comment section.
Wildlife activity increases across North Carolina as spring approaches
The days are getting longer and warmer as spring quickly approaches, and people aren’t the only ones becoming more active.
Wildlife rescue urges public to give nesting Canada Geese space
It’s nesting season for Canada Geese, and a local wildlife rescue is asking people to give them space.
Popular Wrightsville Beach walking loop to undergo changes amid bridge replacement plans
Major plans are underway for three bridge replacement projects in Wrightsville beach which include significant updates on the town’s walking loop.
Wilmington leaders in DC advocating for housing, infrastructure funding
Wilmington city leaders are in Washington this week attending the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference, where local officials from across the country meet with federal lawmakers and agencies to discuss policies affecting cities.
Brunswick County man killed in 3-car crash on Highway 87
According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, just before 2:30 pm, a car driving north on Highway 87 towards Leland stopped to make a left turn onto Danford Road when another vehicle hit them from behind.
Fashion show kicks off the beginning of the North Carolina Azalea Festival
The beginning of the North Carolina Azalea Festivities kicked off on Sunday with a fashion show
New episode in Carolina Shores Golf Course drama, as developer sues town
The controversial Carolina Shores Golf Course development has a new chapter, with the developer now suing the town.
Veteran chooses his forever home in Wilmington
Special ceremony is held for Corporal Dominic Davila, as “Homes for Our Troops” select him as the newest recipient to build his new home.
Downtown Wilmington filled with green after the ’25th Annual Wilmington St. Patrick’s Day Parade’
Downtown Wilmington was filled with green attendees as they saw pirates, roller skaters, and even WWAY’s Matt Bennett at the Wilmington St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Laney takes down rival Ashley 7-3
In a battle of state runner-ups from over the past two seasons, Laney baseball picked up a 7-3 home win over Carolina Coast rival Ashley on Friday.
New revelation comes that Rick Southerland’s friend voted in primary election, while being a convicted felon
More than a week after Rick Southerland’s drop out from the New Hanover County Board of Education race, more revelations come out from Jaymes Osborne, his friend who is a registered sex-offender.
Fashion show launches Azalea Festival festivities this weekend
The official North Carolina Azalea Festival kicks off this weekend with a fashionable bang.
Wilmington Police Department welcomes new officers
A new class of Wilmington Police Officers were sworn in Friday after completing basic law enforcement training.
Wilmington business leader working to maintain Castle Street’s Arts District
An effort is underway to try to preserve the ambiance and unique character of some buildings in Wilmington’s Castle Street district.
Election results made official as counties complete primary canvass
Election results from the March primary are being made official with county canvasses across the state on Friday.
What’s Happening across the Cape Fear this weekend
Spring has sprung in the cape fear region and there is no shortage of fun activities happening for everyone to get out and enjoy.
Southport Board of Aldermen approves zoning ordinance change for vape/tobacco shops
The board also held a public hearing about possible changes to the city’s unified development ordinance regarding “vape and tobacco shops.”
Southport church offers to host before-and after-school programs after city suspends service
However, Trinity United Methodist Church is looking to step in and help.
Wilmington International Airport now reopened after evacuation due to a bomb threat
The terminal at Wilmington International Airport was evacuated Thursday after airport officials received a reported bomb threat.
‘A good soul;’ Whiteville community mourns former teacher, fitness center owner after deadly assault
Many in the Whiteville community are grieving on Thursday after the tragic death of a prominent community member and former school teacher.