A North Carolina Walmart has had the same friendly face greeting customers at the front door for 17 years. Jay Melton lives with cerebral palsy and had the possibility of losing his job as the grocery store chain switches from greeters to customer hosts.
Thousands of people are showing their support for a North Carolina man with cerebral palsy who is in danger of losing his job as a Walmart greeter.
The event is happening on Saturday, August 16, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at 429 Green Swamp Rd. in Supply.
Milo, a Boxer mix featured on WWAY's Pet Pals segment back in September, has found his forever home, thanks to a connection made through the show.
LELAND, NC (WWAY) -- Many people in the Southeast are lovers of Chick-Fil-A. Well on Monday, some dogs and cats got a chance to share that…
A petition to remove Dr. Charles Foust as Superintendent of New Hanover County Schools has garnered more than 1,000 signatures.
When thinking of your loved ones' favorite things to put under the tree for Christmas, you may be thinking a new pet. However, just like Santa checks his list, you may want to think twice.
Jessie Guillaume, a Laney High School senior, was crowned homecoming queen this fall and now she has the chance to compete against other queens on a national level.
This week's Pet Pal is Charlie, a 5-year-old shepherd/boxer mix.
The pandemic has impacted many people physically, emotionally, and financially -- leaving some people with difficult decisions to give up things that they love.
Stephen Watson was sworn in as a sheriff's deputy Wednesday morning.
Congratulations are in order for two members of the WWAY family. Marcy Cuevas and John Rendleman have received a media of the year award. The award is from the North Carolina Animal Rabies Control Association.
People looking to adopt a dog were able to meet and greet with the pups Saturday before deciding to bring a new pet home.
After sitting down for the first time in 2014 to create the script, eleven years later, a Wilmington-based film is now streaming to millions on the streaming platform Peacock.
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.
The Atlantic on Wednesday released the entire Signal chat among senior national security officials, showing that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth provided the exact timings of warplane launches and when bombs would drop — before the men and women flying those attacks against Yemen’s Houthis this month on behalf of the United States were airborne.
Whether scenic or slightly sinister — angry werewolf, anyone? — the designs on the front of “I Voted” stickers are attracting a lot of attention this year.
Some of the world's top athletes from the Olympics and Paralympics have shared their favorite warmup tracks, revealing what gets them pumped before a crucial game, meet or match. The results range from The O'Jays to the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Drake, spanning genres and eras — all of which can be found on our Spotify playlist.
In an unexpected move, the New Hanover County Board of Education voted 4-3 to adopt a temporary addition to Policy 7300.
Friday, the Seahawks were no-hit by the Campell Camels. Saturday, the Seahawks erupted for six runs. Right before the game, the players met their pen pals face-to-face for the first time. The second graders also brought flowers for the players. UNCW softball players have been trading weekly letters with the grade schoolers all this season. Every player of the team has their own pen pal.
The New Hanover County Board of Education talking about student discipline and the future of a book some may consider controversial.
After leading the district for five years, the superintendent of Brunswick County Schools is taking a new job next month.
The Chick-fil-A in Leland is offering the chance for you to bring your pets through the drive-thru for a special treat.