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Columbus, Local, News, Top Stories

Neighbors shocked as 69-year-old Whiteville woman charged in nearly 50-year-old infant cold case

February 25, 2026
Conor Doherty,

In Columbus County, the body of a newborn girl was found in the county landfill, a crime that lay cold for 47 years, until Tuesday, when investigators arrested McKee, charging her with felony concealing the birth of a child. 

Elizabeth Craver
Local, News, Pender, Top Stories

First witnesses speak during Craver trial after two days of jury selection

February 25, 2026
WWAY News,

Prosecutors allege Craver used her position for personal gain, including having an employee assist with dress shopping on county time. Witnesses testified regarding fraudulent timecards, unusual reimbursement requests, and a county-funded laptop used for personal shopping.

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Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

From Wilmington to the skies, the Story of George London

February 25, 2026
Bryan Alonso,

Colonel George London is a retired Test Pilot from Wilmington. His achievements go beyond the skies, as being one of the few black test pilots in the country, and being the first pilot to test fly the C-17 Aircraft.

Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Wilmington Police Department officers train with high-tech drones

February 25, 2026
Kinsey Rothenberger,

The Wilmington Police Department showed WWAY its new crime-fighting technology on Wednesday.

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Local, NC, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Alleged victim speaks out claiming former NHCSO deputy sent inappropriate texts during DV case

February 25, 2026
Kamy Smelser,

A woman who claims she was harassed by a recently fired New Hanover County Deputy, Dennis McCall, is speaking out about the trauma of that experience.

Local, NC, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

New ABC drama “RJ Decker” shot in Wilmington premieres next week

February 25, 2026
Kamy Smelser,

A new drama series, which was shot right here in Wilmington, is premiering next week on ABC. 

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Local, New Hanover, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Junior League of Wilmington to host 72nd annual Bargain Sale

February 25, 2026
Matt Bennett,

The Junior League of Wilmington is preparing for its 72nd annual Bargain Sale, a weekend event featuring new and gently used items to raise money for community programs and grants.

Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Forgotten NC Black Patriots of the Revolutionary War remembered during First in Freedom event

February 25, 2026
Conor Doherty,

Jacob is one of the more than 460 North Carolinian African American men, both enslaved and free, who fought during the Revolutionary War.

Brunswick, Local, News, Top Stories

Town of Shallotte board of aldermen approves zoning definitions for data centers

February 24, 2026
Conor Doherty,

In Brunswick County, the town of Shallotte’s Board of Aldermen took a proactive step regarding data centers by unanimously approving zoning definitions for them last month.

Local, NC, News, Pender, Top Stories

Cape Fear Community College announces expansion at Surf City Campus

February 24, 2026
Charles McKeller,

Cape Fear Community College is celebrating a major expansion in Pender County.

Brunswick, Local, News, Top Stories

An act of kindness from one woman to another

February 24, 2026
Charles McKeller,

Dolores Fallon, and Portia, are co-workers at Brunswick Novant Medical Center.

The pair built a bond after meeting at another co-worker’s memorial service.

Local, News, Pender, Top Stories

Multi-agency training focuses on search and rescue operations in Pender County

February 24, 2026
Kinsey Rothenberger,

The Pender County Sheriff’s Office hosted a special search and rescue training on Tuesday.

Local, News, Pender, Top Stories

Naturalization ceremony recognizes 57 new U.S. citizens

February 24, 2026
Kinsey Rothenberger,

A naturalization ceremony was held as part of the First in Freedom fest in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary of independence.

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Local, NC, News, Top Stories

Carolina Beach to host cyber security workshop after $488K cyber attack

February 24, 2026
Kamy Smelser,

Carolina Beach officials shared an update on Tuesday during a council meeting after the town fell victim to two cyberattacks late last year.

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Local, NC, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Duke Energy donates $10K to New Hanover County Community Justice Center

February 24, 2026
Kamy Smelser,

The New Hanover County Community Justice Center received a major donation from Duke Energy on Tuesday.

Wilmington Woman Creates Safe Space For Creativity And Healing
Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Wilmington woman creates safe space for creativity and healing

February 24, 2026
Tomika Jackson,

Shari Fredrick, owner of Selfie and Content Gallery, sits down with Tomika Jackson to discuss how she’s helping locals rebuild through self-expression and healing.

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Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Investigation underway after man found dead in Kure Beach

February 24, 2026
WWAY News,

Authorities are investigating after a man was found dead Sunday morning in Kure Beach.

Local, NC, News, Top Stories

Early voting surging in North Carolina as primary election draws near

February 23, 2026
Conor Doherty,

According to a study done by Dr. Michael Bitzer, a political scientist at Catawba College, more than 320,000 early voting ballots have already been accepted, a more than 15 percent increase compared to the last primary election in 20-24.

Brunswick, Local, NC, News, Top Stories

Ribbon cutting ceremony held for Shallotte’s only area Biscuitville location

February 23, 2026
Charles McKeller,

If you drove through Shallotte this morning and saw a long line, it wasn’t for gas… It was for biscuits!

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Local, NC, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Wilmington Parks and Recreation board discusses next steps at Greenville Loop Road park

February 23, 2026
Kamy Smelser,

The city of Wilmington’s Park and Recreation advisory board is discussing next steps for a new 25-acre park on Greenville Loop Road.

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Local, NC, News, Top Stories

Chadbourn to start advertisement for new town manager after heated emergency meeting

February 23, 2026
Kamy Smelser,

The town of Chadbourn is looking for a new manager and attorney after a heated emergency meeting this weekend.

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Extraordinary People Next Door, Local, New Hanover, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Donna Gregory’s Extraordinary People: A Mission of Warmth and Dignity in Wilmington

February 23, 2026
Matt Bennett,

On the coldest nights in Wilmington, the Warming Shelter ILM on Grace Street opens to provide warmth, safety, and a place to rest for people seeking protection from freezing temperatures.

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Local, New Hanover, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Laney High School Dance Team finishes 8th in the nation in the National Dance Alliance competition

February 23, 2026
WWAY News,

The Laney High School Dance Team competed in the National Dance Alliance national dance competition in Orlando, Florida, where the team finished 8th in the nation for their hip hop routine.

Local, New Hanover, News, Top Stories

Wilmington Police investigating Carolina Beach Rd shooting

February 22, 2026
Conor Doherty,

Around 9:15 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 3700 block of Carolina Beach Road.

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