Carolina Beach startup looks to revolutionize auto tech training with virtual reality
Robin Cowie is the Founder and CEO behind Skillmaker.ai. The company is using virtual and augmented reality to train auto technicians.
History with ‘Hud’: Marking nearly a century since a beached whale attracted 50,000 visitors
This week makes 97 years since a large whale washed ashore on Wrightsville Beach, causing quite the commotion from locals and visitors alike. In total, more than 50,000 people turned over a number of days to view the animal up close.
Queens’s Coronation: The official kickoff to the 2025 North Carolina Azalea Festival
The North Carolina Azalea Festival, kicked off Tuesday evening and continues through April 6th.
Bethany Joy Lenz is the 78th Queen Azalea. Wednesday evening, she was crowned in a stunning pink dress, as Queen Azalea.
The coronation kicked off the 2025 North Carolina Azalea Festival – a beloved tradition that marks the start of the celebrations.
East Bladen baseball managing high roster turnover
East Bladen only has two seniors, both of which are new to the everyday lineup.
UNCW softball falls to Duke 9-0
The Blue Devils got on the board in the 2nd inning when Amiah Burgess hit a liner to left field to send home Kairi Rodriguez from second base.
Businesses prepare for economic boom brought about by North Carolina Azalea Festival
Festival organizers estimate that 250,000 people attend the festival’s events every year.
Wrightsville Beach Bridge Project could displace residents
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Several bridges in Wrightsville Beach are nearing the end of their service life, prompting the need for replacements. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is moving forward with a project that will affect multiple properties, particularly around the Causeway Drive bridge. “This project will unfortunately impact properties, and there will be a need for…
Pet Pals: Shar Pei Lab mix looking for forever home
Paws Place Dog Rescue says she’s an easy-going girl who loves to go on long walks and play in the yard.
Parents are calling NHCS board members to end all suspensions; the board believes it could put staff in danger
"I am not going to have our principals feel like what they can't do to make their building feel safer."
In Tuesday night’s New Hanover County School Board budget meeting, parents spoke about the issue of disproportionate suspensions. The board gathered to come up with a budget to give to county commissioners for what they want for the next school year.
CFA takes down Coastal Christian 1-0
In a battle of teams with impressive starts to the season, Cape Fear Academy girls soccer took down Coastal Christian 1-0 on the road on Tuesday.
Bradley’s hat trick leads #2 Ashley to 4-1 win over #1 Hoggard
It was a big night for Ashley girls soccer as the Eagles picked up a 4-1 home win over Hoggard on Tuesday.
Addiction specialist stressing caution as sports betting gains popularity in North Carolina
Sports betting became legal in North Carolina on March 11th, 2024. Since then, residents have placed more than $6.6 billion in bets, and nearly $6 billion has been paid out in winnings.
Gov. Josh Stein reflects on his first 100 days in office
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein will reach his first 100 days in office later this month. WWAY sat down with him to talk about his job so far.
Novant Health to provide free health screenings during Azalea Festival street fair
Novant’s community health team will provide free general health screenings, including blood pressure and cholesterol checks.
Cape Fear Garden Club hosts planting event ahead of Azalea Festival this week
This week is Plant an Azalea Week, with the 78th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival kicking off on Wednesday.
Superintendent of NCDPI Mo Green visits Wilmington to discuss the future of public schools
With President Trump signing an executive order looking to eventually shut down the Federal Department of Education, we wanted to ask Green how will public schools continue to get funding from the federal level.
With President Trump signing an executive order looking to eventually shut down the Federal Department of Education, we wanted to ask Green how will public schools continue to get funding from the federal level.
A look at how drones are taking crop health and productivity to new heights in southeast NC
W&S Farms in Bladenboro launched Southeast Drone Solutions in 2023, a company helping local farmers take agriculture to new heights.
Bladen County barber living with Parkinson’s is grateful for community support
Russ Bridgers’ longtime friend and fellow barber, Mike White, has since taken over working at Bridger’s business while also running his own barber shop.
Good weather and prime blooms set the stage for the 78th North Carolina Azalea Festival
With the weather cooperating, the festivities for the Azalea Festival are kicking off at the perfect time.
New Hanover County to conduct third-party investigation into alleged social media threats
In emails obtained by WWAY, County manager Chris Coudriet said a “threat assessment” would be led by a third-party agency after threats were made against county staff on social media.
Wilmington City Council receives report on social district pilot program
McEwen said the response from citizens and business owners was overwhelmingly positive. Businesses—including ones that don’t sell alcohol—reported much higher sales.
Preview of the 2025 Azalea Festival Home Tour
This year the Historic Wilmington Foundation will be featuring “The Suburb Beautiful” during its Azalea Festival Home Tour.
Family & Kids Expo at Independence Mall
Saturday many attended the free WWAY Family and Kids Expo at Independence Mall in Wilmington.
Bagwell, bats dominate in UNCW’s 13-0 win over North Carolina A&T
Following a 16 inning loss on Saturday, UNC-Wilmington baseball rebounded in a big way with a 13-0 home win over North Carolina A&T on Sunday in the rain in seven innings.