NCDOT, AAA shares tips for driving in snow and ice
Ahead of wintery weather Tuesday evening, the North Carolina Department of Transportation held a news conference detailing preparations to keep roads clear.
The Healing Place opens overnight shelter, needs item donations
With temperatures dropping below freezing nearly every day this week, several warming shelters in our area will be working to house Wilmington’s homeless neighbors.
Hardware stores see surge in shoppers ahead of winter weather
With snow in the forecast, many people are flocking to local hardware stores to stock up on winter essentials.
Pet Pals: Energetic and sweet Catahoula Mix looking for forever home
Paws Place Rescue says he was the longest resident at a county shelter, which is hard to believe because he is super smart, laid back, playful and loveable.
Marching for a Purpose: Wilmington groups mark MLK Day
"It's vitally important they understand the struggle that our forefathers went through and the sacrifices they made."
In Wilmington, a number of people gathered on the steps of the former Williston High School to pray and march in honor of Doctor King’s life and legacy.
Several Inauguration Day watch parties held in Cape Fear area
In Brunswick County, about 2 dozen people gathered in leland on Monday to watch Trump’s inauguration. In New Hanover County, the GOP held a watch party at a Wilmington restaurant.
MLK Day Celebration held at Wilmington Convention Center
The MLK Celebration Committee hosted the celebration event instead of the annual parade, which was canceled.
Local college student travels to D.C. for inauguration
Basso also attended the All-American Inaugural Ball and will be at the Victory Rally, all in preparation for Monday’s ceremony.
NCDEQ draft permit for Lear Corp. does not limit PFAS discharge despite backlash
Despite thousands of public comments demanding regulation, NCDEQ has yet to include emissions limits
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is poised to issue a permit giving the go-ahead for a company upstream to dump dangerous compounds into the Cape Fear River.
27th annual TreeFest held at Independence Mall
Wilmington’s 27th annual TreeFest giveaway is being held Friday and Saturday.
Local church impacts over 15,000 lives with water wells in Uganda
Since 2022, the church has been working to change this, completing 21 wells that now serve over 15,000 people.
Use caution during coyote mating season
Coyote mating season is roughly from January to March.
Assessing the use of opioid settlement funds in New Hanover County
Over the next 18 years, New Hanover County will receive more than $18 million to address opioid addiction and related issues.
Health Fair: urogynecologist discusses bladder issues
Dr. Timothy Chase, a urogynecologist with Novant Health Glen Meade OB/GYN talks with Jessica Keisling about bladder issues.
Boiling Spring Lakes to renovate former police department building
The city plans to renovate its former police department building into a senior center and library.
Health Fair: Urologist discusses kidney stones
Dr. Robert Bennett, a urologist with Novant Health Urology talks with Tomika Jackson about kidney stones.
Rep. David Rouzer introduces bill to eliminate Dept. of Education
House Bill HR 369 is titled “To Provide for the Elimination of the Department of Education and Other Purposes.”
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Marqueze Higgins
New Hanover senior standout says discipline translates in the classroom and beyond
The senior is an all-conference running back, has collected 40 wins on the wrestling mat, and ran track his first three seasons.
Town of Navassa discusses shortage of police officers
"There are a lot of things he needs to be aware of because we're a small town, and we don't have many resources that other towns have to worry about."
In response to allegations that Navassa’s Chief of Police only worked 12 days out of the year in 2024, Mayor Willis says that’s not true. He says Chief Thomas was actively on duty every day.
YWCA Lower Cape Fear holds a public chat called “Mission Possible: Still We Rise”
"We cannot let fear deter us. We got to step up and ban together."
The conversation was called — “Mission Possible: Still We Rise” and it focused on resilience and empowerment in politics, women’s health, and economic advancement.
Boiling Spring Lakes dam construction, road closures continue to frustrate residents
The city has received assistance from the state and federal government to rebuild the dams but East Boiling Spring Road has remained closed, making it difficult for residents to get from one area of the city to the other.
Epsilon Advanced Materials facility one step closer to construction
First announced back in 2023, the more than 1.5 million square foot facility will be one of the first built at Brunswick County’s Mid-Atlantic Industrial Rail Park.
Managing your winter energy bill: Tips to save on heating costs
As temperatures drop this winter, many people may notice an increase in their energy bills. But according to Jeff Brooks, a spokesperson with Duke Energy, it’s not about price hikes—it’s all about usage.