Carolina Beach neighborhood heartbroken after family of foxes are euthanized
A damage control agent contracted under NC Wildlife was called out. Because of state law, the foxes couldn’t be relocated, and had to be euthanized.
19 years after unsolved Wilmington murder, two families still hope for justice
Although Allison Jackson Foy went missing in Wilmington in 2006, her body wasn’t found until 2008 in a ditch off Carolina Beach Road.
Hoggard, Ashley hold first football practices
Wednesday marked the first official day that area schools could hold football practices and two of the area’s top teams were on the field at the crack of dawn.
Holy Cross Episcopal Church hosting free Back-to-School Wellness Fair Saturday
As a new school year approaches, Holy Cross Episcopal Church is helping local families get ready with a little fun and a lot of support.
Proposed bill in NC House that could negatively affect county planning boards is getting pushback
House Bill 765 would remove a county planning board’s ability to approve subdivisions and mapping.
Residents voice concerns about proposed development near Monkey Junction
The Woods at Galen is still in the early planning stages, but it would feature 36 duplex units on a 9-acre parcel off Golden Road.
Experts say brain-eating amoeba risk remains low but awareness is key
Concerns are growing around the Carolinas after a child died of a deadly brain amoeba in the midlands area of South Carolina.
Fewer young farmers, growing cost putting pressure on US agriculture
There are more than 1.9 million farms in the US, but many of those operations are finding it harder to make a profit—or just break even.
Union Rescue Squad halts service awaiting county contract
Starting Tuesday, July 29 through August 4, Union Rescue Squad won’t be able to respond to emergency calls. That’s due to a contract agreement with Pender EMS and Fire.
UNCW Women’s Soccer poised for bounce back 2025 season
You don’t need to remind the Seahawks what the last few years have been like.
Downtown Wilmington parking deck to close for repairs starting Monday
The New Hanover County-owned parking deck at 212 North 2nd Street will be closed starting on Monday for structural repairs.
Petition to create surf zones in Wrightsville Beach has more than 350 signatures
The petition is calling for the creation of surf zones along Wrightsville Beach, areas where only surfers are allowed during the day.
Area YMCA holds National Soccer Day event
For the first time ever, an area organization held an event to help bring kids together to play a certain sport.
Winter Park Optimist sending two teams to DYB World Series
Among a sizeable amount of teams heading to national tournaments across the South this weekend is one organization that is no stranger to the spotlight.
New Hanover Board of Elections criticized over early voting location
This year’s municipal election is causing some concern after the board of elections announced it will only open one early voting location.
NCDOT working to secure millions in frozen funds for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement
NCDOT announced it’s working to secure funding for a replacement for the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge after a federal grant was frozen earlier this year.
Living Hope Day Center extends hours to serve homeless during extreme heat
As temperatures rise and the New Hanover County Downtown Public Library prepares to close temporarily, the Warming Shelter ILM is partnering with Living Hope Day Center to expand its hours to provide a safe, cool refuge for people experiencing homelessness.
Child hospitalized after being struck by boat propellor in Wrightsville Beach
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — According to Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue, a child has been hospitalized after being hit by a boat propeller. Ocean Rescue Director Sam Profitt confirmed that it happened near the south end of town around 11 a.m. on Sunday. Profitt says the child was taken to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center for treatment. This…
Sustainable Summer Campaign urges community to cut plastic waste and protect oceans
Plastic Ocean Project has been encouraging people to reduce their plastic use through their two-month Sustainable Summer campaign.
Beachgoers beat the heat with shade, surf, and sweet treats in Carolina Beach
People in Carolina Beach were trying to find ways to stay cool Saturday with heat indices reaching triple digits.
How area football officials are getting into shape ahead of the 2025 season
To be a sports official, it takes more than having a strong knowledge of the rules and having good vision to see the action.
NCDEQ secretary tours Wilmington water treatment plant as PFAS pollution continues
Secretary Reid Wilson says he wants limits on PFAS emissions despite a state board repeatedly blocking regulations
NCDEQ Secretary Reid Wilson toured the Sweeny Water Treatment Plant Friday as PFAS polluters continue to dump into waterways with no limits.
Welcome Home Angel reveals new accessible room to young boy
One New Hanover County boy received a new renovation to his home to make it more accessible.
Area football officials prepare for 2025 season
While football practices don’t start until Wednesday, another gridiron group has been preparing for the 2025 season for around two months.