Health Fair: Colorectal surgeon talks about colon cancer
Dr. Joseph Payne, a colorectal surgeon at Novant Health talks with Matt Bennett about colon cancer.
Health Fair: radiation oncologist discusses brain cancer
Dr. Tiffany Morgan, a radiation oncologist with the Novant Health’s Cancer Institute talks with Tomika Jackson about brain cancer.
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Holland Davis
West Bladen three sport star is #1 in her class
She just earned a perfect score on the reading portion of the ACT. Her time is spent with the Beta Club, National Technical Honors Society, HOSA club, and was previously co-editor of the yearbook.
Behind the Badge: A Wilmington Police Officer’s approach to policing
Kistler shared that while filming the show provides an in-depth look at her daily life, it’s just a snapshot of what officers face.
Brunswick Beer Xchange hosts chili cookoff
Participants entered their best chili recipes, with entry fees benefiting the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina.
Volunteers gather on Carolina Beach for annual dune replenishment event
Carolina Beach was looking festive this weekend as over a hundred volunteers gathered for the annual dune replenishment event.
Wake and Bake Donuts speaks out on backlash over social media post
On Monday, Wake and Bake Donuts posted an AI-generated image of the civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr with a donut in his hands on it’s Facebook page.
Honor Flight asking for letters from public to support veterans
The Honor Flight takes veterans on a day trip to Washington, D.C., where they tour the memorials and visit Arlington National Cemetery before returning to Wilmington.
‘You can travel now:’ NCDOT moves to clear secondary roads of remaining snow
Major roadways across our area are looking much better than earlier this week.
Local businesses express how the snow has affected business
He closed the restaurant Tuesday and partially opened it Wednesday because icy roads prevented his employees from coming to work.
He closed the restaurant Tuesday and partially opened it Wednesday because icy roads prevented his employees from coming to work.
Pair of Wilmington chefs nominated for James Beard Foundation award
The James Beard Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports and promotes chefs, restaurants, and the culinary arts, has nominated Sunny Gerhart and Lauren Krall-Ivey, executive chefs of Olivero, as semifinalists for Best Chef in the Southeast.
NCDOT continues to clear roads of snow and ice following winter storm
Road conditions remain treacherous as more people are expected to return to work on Friday.
Businesses offer snow removal services after recent snowfall
After being contacted through social media, Arbor X equipped its tractors with flat buckets to scrape up the ice and snow.
First responders brave icy conditions to keep community safe
While some in the Cape Fear are able to stay home this week, first responders are hard at work keeping the community safe.
History with ‘Hud’: Remembering when British troops overtook Wilmington for months in 1781
Next week marks 244 years since Wilmington was overtaken by British troops during the final months of the Revolutionary War in 1781.
People in The Cape Fear enjoyed their snow day in many different ways
"It never snows in Wilmington. As soon as the snow started coming down, we went outside and walked all over Front Street."
For some, this glittering snowscape is a headache. However, others found joy in Wilmington’s frozen playground.
Hundreds of people enjoy a unique snow day at the beach
Hundreds of people enjoyed a special beach day by trading in their bathing suits for a jacket, pants, and snow shoes.
Tips to keep your pets safe in winter weather
While some dog breeds can handle and enjoy being outside in frigid conditions, many breeds can’t stay outside for long, like chihuahuas and greyhounds. So it’s best to limit their time outside or take them on shorter than usual walks.
Officials urge residents to stay off roads as snow and ice remain
Division Maintenance Engineer Battle Whitley shared what the NCDOT is doing to clear roads at news conference on Wednesday.
Downtown Wilmington sees snow
After several inches of snow accumulated overnight, the city was blanketed in a soft layer that transformed the streets.
‘Teacher of the Month’ named state finalist for Presidential Award
While many students across the Cape Fear region have been out of school this week due to winter weather, some kids in Brunswick County might be disappointed to miss out on time with one teacher in particular.
Winter storm has folks stuck and looking for warmth
"We've got extra crew on board. We've got some contract snow removal teams in place to help us as well. So, we will be out here all night long."
At Wilmington International Airport, the rare wintry weather has caused canceled flights, leaving some passengers wanting to go in or out of the Cape fearing in limbo. Meanwhile, at The Warming Shelter ILM, The Grace United Methodist Church has a packed house with homeless people trying to beat the cold and get themselves a warm meal.
Wilmington social district pilot program approved following second hearing
The pilot program would create a social district covering 10 blocks in the Brooklyn Arts District.
Wilmington PD releases 2024 crime stats
According to the WPD report, the number of violent crimes committed last year increased by 2 percent compared to 2023.