They're usually busy protecting the waterways in our area. Today they traded in their sea legs for tool belts. Members of the Coast Guard's Marine Safety Unit Wilmington helped build a new home for Habitat for Humanity on Prices Lane in Wilmington.
This month, our Cape Fear Pride series focuses on Burgaw. Today we take a closer look at some of the recognizable sites around the Pender County Courthouse. Damaris Griffith of Burgaw Middle School explains.
A total of 19 restaurants have been selected to compete this summer for best dish in North Carolina and two of them are right here in the Cape Fear region.
You've probably heard by now that a 22-year-old Wilmington woman is now the reigning Miss USA. Kristen Dalton is a Hoggard High School grad, and won the crown in Las Vegas on Sunday. WWAY had the chance to interview her about her big win, and the controversy surrounding the contest.
On Wednesday, dozens of suspected drug dealers were taken off the streets in Brunswick County in operation April Fools.
A Wilmington Police officer died in a car crash early Wednesday morning after losing control of his patrol car around the 3900 block of Shipyard Blvd.
If you could ask President Obama to do certain things while in office, what would they be? Second graders at Whiteville Primary School are writing letters to our new president explaining exactly what they want to see in the future.
North and South Carolina are among the states that allow early release of dying inmates. But the policy draws complaints from some victims' family members.
Christmas may be over, but a package from home is always a welcome sight for troops serving overseas.
There is something enchanting about the railroad that draws people to make it a hobby with model trains. For one Brunswick County man, he's taken that hobby a step farther than most, making it a big part of his home.
Research has proven whole grains are part of a healthy diet, but still many of us don't eat nearly enough.
The Town of Navassa is still without a permanent police chief. Former chief, Ricky Thorpe, resigned after being arrest for drunk driving in a patrol car, but his voice is still on the department's answering machine.
Thursday was a day to reflect on what we are thankful for. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, News Channel 3 wraps up our American Evolution economic special report with a focus on how best to weather hard times.
Jason Thompson is one of the newly elected county commissioners. Thompson's leaving the Wilmington City Council to serve the entire county. He will resign at the end of this month.
A new dad stationed overseas had the chance to watch one of life's most precious moments, thanks to the help of a local hospital, and some technological upgrades.
As a literary device, rain and water often represent cleansing, purity and an essential element of life.
Some Wilmington students had a new place to go after school today.
This is the day we celebrate our independence and freedom., but for many, it's also a time to remember those on the frontiers of our freedom -- our service men and women serving here and overseas.
Capt. Ivan Castro is like a lot of wounded veterans of the war in Iraq.
The city of Wilmington is doing its part to help the area be a little greener.
The search for Brunswick County's next sheriff is nearly complete. On Saturday, members of the county's Democratic Party sifted through the list of candidates vying to take the seat left by former Sheriff Ron Hewett.
With all of our regional growth researchers say local waterways face the constant threat of pollution. Doing your part to protect them may be easier than you think.
Lance Corporal John Wilson just got back from Iraq. The Ashley High School graduate spent seven long months overseas. He says it wasn't easy, but his days were often brightened by the support he got from the Wilmington community.
Brunswick County Sheriff Ron Hewett was indicted on four criminal charges at today's hearing: three counts of embezzlement and one count of obstruction of justice. Hewett's problems have grown dramatically since a federal investigation was launched in June.