Governor Stein visits Belville for ribbon-cutting of new DMV office
In addition to the Governor’s visit to Wilmington, he also made a special appearance at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new DMV office in Brunswick County.
Cape Fear River transforms into Lower Manhattan for 9/11 maritime rescue film
A film crew on the Cape Fear River is transforming a downtown Wilmington boat dock into what will look like Lower Manhattan for a new short film.
Throwback Thursday: 1984 UNCW politics, Azalea queen, and a famous delivery dog
A look back at WWAY archives from March of 1984 shows how student attitudes toward politics, community traditions, and even one unusual working dog reflected life in the Cape Fear at the time.
NC Utilities Commission holds public hearing for Duke Energy’s resources plan
The hearing is the second in a series held throughout the state by the state Utilities Commission for the public to give feedback on Duke Energy’s Carolinas Energy Resource Plan.
Former UNCW athlete alleges head coach shoved her, details ‘downward spiral’ in social media post
In a statement on her Instagram, Smith alleges that during the road game at Towson, back in January, she had an altercation with head coach Nicole Woods, who two-handed shoved her.
Another Chadbourn town council meeting ends early as leadership turmoil continues
It was the council’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting, but moments before it started, Mayor Phillip Britt received notifications that half of the board would not be there, with the meeting ending after just 6 minutes.
Wilmington music program hopes to bring the magic of instruments at an affordable cost
Brooklyn Arts Music Academy is an after-school program that teaches kids of all ages music, at an affordable cost.
Controversy surrounds New Hanover County school board candidate after primary win
The New Hanover County Democratic Party is looking to replace Rick Southerland in Board of Education race, after recent findings of Southerland living with a sex offender
Pender Co. residents turn in unused pesticides at free disposal event
In Pender County, residents were discarding unwanted and unused pesticides at a free disposal event on Wednesday.
After ‘Educate Pender’ mailer sparks confusion, two endorsed candidates win primary
Now that the primaries are over in Pender County, some of the tension within the local Republican party may be cooling off.
Onslow County officials concerned over rise in suicide deaths
A recent rise in suicide deaths in Onslow County has the Sheriff’s Office concerned.
Groundbreaking held for streetscape improvement project in Wilmington
A groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday marked the start of a new “streetscape” improvement project in Wilmington.
Randy Burton and Elizabeth Craver lose, Jimmy Tate and Andy Devane win in surprising Pender County results
Current Board of Commissioners Chairman Randy Burton and current County Clerk of Court Elizabeth Craver lost in their bids for re-election.
UNCW plates seven in 3rd in 8-0 win over Coastal Carolina
They only played six innings on Tuesday, but one one of them truly mattered as UNCW softball shutout Coastal Carolina 8-0.
Lucky 7: Civelli the hero in Laney’s 3-2 comeback win over South Brunswick
Coming off a trip to the state championship last season, Laney baseball took their home opener 3-2 over South Brunswick on Tuesday.
An unexpected hero prevents a potential major forest fire in Surf City
An unexpected hero prevented a potential major forest fire in the Surf City area early this morning, March 3, 2026.
Locally shot television show ‘RJ Decker’ premieres on ABC
The new television drama “RJ Decker,” shot here in Wilmington, premieres Tuesday night at 10 p.m. on ABC.
Pet Pals: Energetic foxhound mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Sulu, an energetic 1-year-old foxhound mix.
Pender County Commissioners votes against resolutions for new district maps, change to district voting
Commissioner Brent Springer’s motion to approve the resolution to redistrict, or redraw the county’s five districts, did not receive a second, which means Springer’s motion died.
South Brunswick knocks off Hoggard 9-4
In a battle of former conference rivals, South Brunswick softball picked up a road win over Hoggard 9-4 on Monday.
Severe weather preparedness week kicks off across North Carolina as spring-like temperatures arrive
It’s severe weather preparedness week across North Carolina.
Protestors gather at 1898 Memorial Park, to disapprove U.S. strikes against Iran, and much more
Protestors gather around 1898 Memorial Park to protest against the strikes in Iran.
North Carolina resident thoughts over the U.S., Israel strikes on Iran
How one Iranian-American feels after recent events that happened in their home country this past weekend.
The 250th anniversary of the Battle at Moores Creek Bridge wraps up with one big special event
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle at Moores Creek Bridge, one big event wrapped up the celebrations. The event included music, food, and re-enactments.