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.
Columbus County Sheriff responds to second allegation of abusive behavior during arrest, victim speaks out
More than two weeks ago, the Sheriff’s Office said Thomas Manning III led law enforcement officers on a chase, which ended in the driveway of his Tabor City home.
Sproull strikes out 11 as Laney beats North Brunswick 6-2
The Laney baseball team kept pace in the Mideastern Conference standings following a 6-2 road win against North Brunswick on Friday.
Visiting Hoggard shuts out Topsail 5-0
Hoggard softball picked up a 5-0 road win against Topsail on Friday in Mideastern Conference play.
A night of art and awards at Wilmington’s Annual Art Show
The exhibition will run through Sunday, April 6th, at the Hannah Block Historic U.S.O. Community Arts Center.
Woman pleads guilty to hit and run that killed a UNCW student
A woman was sentenced in Wilmington Friday after killing a UNCW student while drunk driving in 2023.
NC Republicans introduce ‘bathroom bill’ years after HB2 boycotts
Critics say the bill will significantly roll back transgender rights and cost the state billions in business
Senate Bill 516 called the Women’s Safety and Protection Act would require that all bathrooms in public schools and other facilities only be used by one biological sex at a time.
25% tariffs on imported cars and parts set to begin next week
Next week, tariffs of 25 percent are set to be levied against cars and parts imported into the United States. These new tariffs could have far-reaching effects on the auto industry, especially considering the complexity of the supply chain.
Novant Health New Hanover EMS launches Pre-Hospital Blood Program
Novant Health New Hanover EMS started a new program Friday, the Pre-Hospital Blood Program.
Wilmington Voices to share story of Matthew Shepard through music
A musical work centered on love, acceptance, and social justice is coming to UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium this May. Considering Matthew Shepard, performed by the Wilmington Voices, explores the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard, whose 1998 murder became a turning point in the fight against hate crimes.
Hartzell shines as Ashley shuts out WCA 4-0
Ashley’s first three runs came in the 1st inning. Tanner Berry knocked in two of those runs while Drew Potter had the other.
Archer breaks the ice as Hoggard blanks Laney 3-0
(Photo: Colton Emswiler/WWAY)WILMINGTON, N.C. – Top ranked Hoggard girls soccer improved to 10-0 on Thursday following a 3-0 home win over Laney. The game remained scoreless until the 20 minute mark. That’s when a Buccaneer defender fell, giving Brielle Archer time to line up a shot that found its way to the back of the net. The Vikings added two…
Canadian-based Protocase opens first US facility in Wilmington
Canadian-based company Protocase and its subsidiary 45 Drives Enterprise are opening it’s first US-based facility in the Port City at the Maritime North Business Park” located off highway 421 in New Hanover County.
Wilmington City Council preparing to let red light camera program end in June
Wilmington City Council is preparing to let the city’s 5-year contract for the program expire after the city manager did not include it in his recommended budget for the next fiscal year.
UNCW researcher shares why you should delete your 23andMe DNA data
The DNA data of nearly 12 million Americans could be at risk after the DNA sequencing company 23andMe filed for bankruptcy on Sunday.