Officials warn about dangers of inlet currents after four people were rescued
After four people were swept thousands of feet offshore last week in Holden Beach, officials are warning about the dangers of inlet currents.
Wilmington budget passes first reading, includes raises for first responders
Some of the things in the budget include $30.5 million for capital projects, $8.6 million in salary increases, and $2.3 million for affordable housing.
Firefighters respond to house fire in Kure Beach
Firefighters responded to a house fire in Kure Beach Thursday morning.
History with ‘Hud’: Marking 95 years of Southport’s Dosher Memorial Hospital
We’re approaching 95 years since a very important hospital popped up in a then-rural area of the Cape Fear.
NC bill could help classify and regulate e-bikes
North Carolina State Senator Michael Lee is sponsoring Senate Bill 576, which aims to clarify the classes of e-bikes.
Shallotte Shallywags win 1st-ever game over Hope Mills Rockfish 9-8
(Photo: Colton Emswiler/WWAY)SHALLOTTE, N.C. (WWAY) – In their first game ever as a franchise, the Shallotte Shallywags took down the Hope Mills Rockfish 9-8 on Wednesday. Shallotte started play in 2025 as part of The Old North State League. Tied at one in the 3rd, Ryan Yaroshuk hit into a fielder’s choice to send Trace Horne home for the team’s…
Coastal homeowners face insurance rate hikes
Homes along the coast, including parts of New Hanover, Pender and Brunswick counties, will experience a 16% increase.
Southport explores paid parking options
“This is a great way to look for new streams of revenue to be able to invest in some of these key projects that we really need,” Saldo said.
Oak Island Fire Department uses ‘Mud Buster’ tool to rescue people in the mud
Firefighters in Oak Island are using an ingenious device to help rescue people who get stuck in the mud.
New Hanover County Commissioners scrap inspections for historic buildings
The idea came in response to a facade and roof collapse at two different historic buildings in downtown Wilmington last year.
Belville relocating Town Hall to make way for NC Highway Patrol
The Town of Belville is relocating its Town Hall to a new space in Waterford Village Shoppes to accommodate a public safety expansion in northern Brunswick County.
Brunswick County woman rescued from burning house thanks first responders
Tuesday night, Elizabeth Long was joined by her family and members of the UNC Jaycee Burn Center as they recognized the first responders who helped save her, including members of the Brunswick County 9-1-1 center, and Brunswick County EMS.
Overdose deaths down sharply in US, local advocates say work remains
The new data shows that 80,00 Americans died from overdoses last year. That’s down 27% from the year before—in North Carolina, it’s down 29%.
Pender County school board moves ahead with three-tier bell schedule
The Pender County Board of Education held a meeting Tuesday to further discuss the district’s proposed three-tier bell schedule, and they reached a decision.
Residents still seeking answers on Leland explosion
Residents in the Three Oaks community of Magnolia Greens in Leland are still searching for answers following an explosion that happened last month.
District attorney warns about dangers of car-related heatstroke
New Hanover County’s district attorney is warning people about the dangers of hot cars during the summer.
Pet Pals: Adorable, growing puppy looking for forever home
The New Hanover Humane Society says she is a typical puppy — playful but smart and ready to learn.
Pender County Commissioners hear plan for merger with Pender EMS & Fire and other departments
The merger, which was approved in March, will bring Pender EMS and Fire, as well as Penderlea, Maple Hill, and Rocky Point fire departments under the county’s control.
Local leaders concerned after FEMA denies Helene cleanup request
After FEMA denied the state’s request, officials in the Cape Fear are now concerned about the future of federal disaster assistance.
Cape Fear Community College breaks ground on Surf City campus expansion
The more than 10,000 square foot addition will double the size of the existing facility.
It will include two workforce development labs, a biology lab, dedicated veterans center, and additional office space.
Wrightsville Beach witnesses a bloom decades in the making
It’s not every day that you come across a century plant ready to bloom but if you are in Wrightsville Beach, you may have the opportunity to see one.
Groundbreaking ceremony for supportive housing for chronically homeless
Monday marked a meaningful milestone for Good Shepherd Center with the groundbreaking for housing for the chronically homeless.
Hundreds attend PrideFest 2025 at Hi-Wire brewing
The event featured a vendors market, DJ, live drag performances, and more. Hundreds showed up to the event that’s now in its fifth year.
Wilmington man celebrates 102nd birthday
Born in Germany in 1923, Ernie Garbade is a resident at The Woods at Holly Tree in Wilmington.