Wait times for Real IDs stretching NC residents’ patience
A Real ID is optional and isn’t needed if you are driving, voting, or getting medical care at a hospital.
Local bike shop faces higher prices after Trump’s tariffs
Tariffs put in place by Trump Administration are beginning to affect small businesses—including some in the Cape Fear.
‘The Wall That Heals’ brings honor and healing to Whiteville
A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. arrived in Whiteville Tuesday.
Pet Pals: High-energy, young Lab mix looking for forever home
The shelter says he is very hyper and strong, but once he gets his energy out he is the most loving pup.
West Brunswick opens tourney with 6-0 win over Southern Nash
During the opening day of the Beach Diamond Invitational, hosting West Brunswick shut out Southern Nash 6-0.
“Couldn’t think of any better place to work:” Kure Beach police chief says farewell to the force
"I'm probably going to take some time off, hang out with my kid and grandkid, and just see what life on the other side is like."
Out with the old, and in with the new. At this week’s Kure Beach Town Council meeting, a bittersweet announcement was made- Police Chief Michael Bowden is hanging up his badge after nine years at the helm and 24 years on the force.
Brown’s 5 RBI’s power West Brunswick to 12-2 win over South Point
During the opening day of the Beach Diamond Invitational Tournament, hosting West Brunswick softball took down South Point 12-2 in five innings.
CFCC Students and Welcome Home Angel transform Navassa home for McCain Family
Welcome Home Angel and interior design students from Cape Fear Community College worked together to create a safer and more livable space for the McCain family in Navassa.
Truck traffic through Sunset Park raises concerns among residents
Some residents in the Wilmington community of Sunset Park are concerned about commercial trucks going through their neighborhood to and from the state port.
A pope of the people: Locals in the Cape Fear react to death of Pope Francis
After the death of Pope Francis Monday, reactions pour in from around the globe—including here in the Cape Fear.
Rainbow Bridge pet memorial planned for Carolina Beach
A new project in Carolina Beach will offer residents a way to honor pets who have died — whether they had fur, feathers, or scales.
Town of Leland adopted comprehensive safety action plan to make roads safer
In Brunswick County, the town of Leland has adopted a “safe streets and roads for all” comprehensive safety action plan.
McAlister’s Deli coming to Leland
A McAlister’s Deli is coming to Leland.
Film screening held at Jengo’s Playhouse in Wilmington for ‘North Putnam’
Friday night Jengo’s Playhouse in Wilmington hosted a screening for the observational documentary North Putnam.
New film exhibit opens in Wilmington’s Cargo District
The exhibit includes memorabilia from a variety of productions filmed in the Cape Fear regionn.
Pender County Prevention Partnership receives Federal Grant
The Pender County Substance Use Prevention Partnership has received a $125,000 grant from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy.
Neighbor reacts to homicide of Whiteville mother
Many in the city of Whiteville are trying to grapple with the loss of a mother who was murdered this week.
Whiteville church builds replica tomb for live Easter reenactment
Western Prong Baptist Church in Whiteville is celebrating by constructing a life-sized replica of the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem.
‘Two Lights for Tomorrow’ will shine in communities across North Carolina Friday
Friday night, Wilmington and Topsail Island will join communities across the state in shining “Two Lights for Tomorrow”.
Dave & Buster’s Now Hiring for More than 80 Positions at new Wilmington location
Dave & Buster’s is set to open its first Wilmington location on May 26th, and is planning to hire more than workers to join their team.
At 80-years-old Frank Walker is still as sharp as his clippers
To some, it's just a pair of clippers. However, in Walker's hands, it's a tool for transformation. At 80 years young, he's still giving out fresh fades and life lessons with every cut.
To some, it’s just a pair of clippers. However, in Walker’s hands, it’s a tool for transformation. At 80 years young, he’s still giving out fresh fades and life lessons with every cut.
North Carolina State Auditor explains to WWAY how the “DAVE Act” will look
"When we report audits again, we base it on data, facts, and scrutiny."
The bill requires the auditor to take a comprehensive look at spending and make recommendations for any potential cuts or changes.
Senior Night: North Brunswick gets 8-7 home win over South Brunswick
The North Brunswick upperclassmen will celebrate following an 8-7 home win over rival South Brunswick on Thursday during Senior Night.
Cucalorus and the “Silver Pride Circle of the Cape Fear” to host first-ever “Silver Pride Cinema Festival”
Three feature films and a "shorts block," centered around queer lives and stories -- will be screened.
Three feature films and a “shorts block,” centered around queer lives and stories — will be screened.