New Hanover County Schools earns statewide recognition
NCSPRA presented the awards during a virtual ceremony on February 5, 2021. NHCS received one gold level award, four silver awards, and four bronze awards.
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Family and friends remember a fallen fire fighter
A fire fighter and community leader in the town of Calabash passed away this January. Sunday, his friends and family gathered at a local park to celebrate his life.
Slain FBI agents worked to protect children from abusers
The FBI has identified the child pornography suspect who fatally shot two FBI agents at a Florida apartment complex as 55-year old David Huber.
Wilmington approves paid incentive for city employees who get vaccinated for COVID-19
Wilmington City Council has given the green light for city employees to get a paid incentive for getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
Biden sworn in as 46th president, declaring 'democracy has prevailed'
President-elect Joe Biden has arrived at the U.S. Capitol ahead of his inauguration as the United States’ 46th president.
Pandemic interrupts longtime Isle Royale wolf, moose study
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — One of the world’s longest-running wildlife field studies has fallen prey to the coronavirus pandemic. Since 1959, a research team has spent most of the winter observing the interplay between wolves and moose at Isle…
UNCW goal keeper Sydney Schneider selected 29th overall in NWSL draft
Sydney Schneider's career at UNCW has included major milestones and historic moments. She added yet another one late Wednesday night – becoming the first player in program history to be selected in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) Draft.
After busy first day, Bladen County opens COVID-19 vaccine hotline for appointments
Bladen County is among the first in the Cape Fear area to move to Phase 1b, Group 1 on Wednesday.
Charlie Miller sworn-in as Representative for NC House
Southport native Charlie Miller has been sworn-in as the NC House Representative for District 19.
Free over-the-counter medicine giveaway to held in New Hanover County
NC MedAssist is holding a Mobile Free Pharmacy Event in partnership with Humana in New Hanover County.
Former NC Senate Leader Basnight dies at 73
Marc Basnight, the former longtime leader of the North Carolina State Senate died Monday at 73, his family said.
Salons buzz with last minute holiday haircuts
Across the Cape Fear, locals are rushing to get last minute essentials like groceries, gifts, and haircuts.
Wilmington pharmacy ordered to pay $1M fine, stop dispensing opioids
A federal court has ordered a Wilmington pharmacy to pay more than $1.05 million in fines and to stop dispensing opioids.
Wilmington businesses react to new COVID-19 stay-at-home order
Beginning Friday, businesses in North Carolina will have to follow a new set of rules.
Holiday market offering unique gifts, supports Historic Wilmington Foundation
The Legacy Architectural Salvage Holiday Market is happening Saturday on Dawson Street in Wilmington.
Mayor declares Thursday as ACCESS of Wilmington Day
Mayor Bill Saffo has declared Thursday as ACCESS of Wilmington Day.
Starbucks offering free coffee to frontline workers this month
First responders and health care workers can pickup a free cup of Starbucks coffee for the entire month of December, the coffee chain announced on Tuesday.
Local organizations raise money for others on 'Giving Tuesday'
December 1st brought us 'Giving Tuesday', an event that has grown over the last decade with more and more local organizations taking part in helping the community.
Republican Mark Walker jump-starts 2022 Senate battle in announcing North Carolina bid
North Carolina Republican Rep. Mark Walker announced his 2022 Senate bid on Tuesday, jump-starting a long primary for a rare open seat that will be crucial to the future control of the chamber.
Salvation Army goes digital to combat 'perfect storm' of rising need, coronavirus pandemic
The Salvation Army lit what it calls the world's largest version of its iconic red kettle in New York to commemorate Giving Tuesday.
Holiday Cooking with Chef Neff: Leftover turkey and collard soup
Once you're tired of turkey sandwiches and casseroles, what's left to do with the Thanksgiving leftovers? Chef Dean Neff of Wilmington's Seabird restaurant recently met with WWAY's Donna Gregory to demonstrate a cool way to make a hot soup.
Together...at a safe distance: What Thanksgiving looks like for the homeless population
The season of togetherness...a safe distance apart.
Biden advisers to meet vaccine firms as Trump stalls handoff
Joe Biden's scientific advisers will meet with vaccine makers in coming days as the presidential transition remains stalled because of President Donald Trump's refusal to acknowledge that he lost the election. That delayed handoff is especially problematic during a public health crisis, the government's top infectious disease expert said.
Wave Transit announces Marie Parker as new Executive Director
The Cape Fear Public Transportation Board of Directors has selected Marie Parker as its next executive director