Southport announces upcoming exhibition celebrating 250 years of American creativity
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — The City of Southport in partnership with the Brunswick Arts Council announced the opening of an exhibition at the Southport Community Building. “Crafting the American Story: Art, Identity, & History” will feature works by Brunswick County artists commemorating the 250th anniversary of the...
Wilmington Aquatic Center proposal highlights drowning prevention and Olympic potential amid funding push
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — We have an update on funding plans for a new aquatic center in Wilmington. “We’re looking to build a world-class facility here for aquatics,” says Kathleen Baker. That’s Olympic gold and silver medalist swimmer, and Wrightsville Beach resident, Kathleen Baker. She’s...
This Brunswick non-profit has been helping stabilize local families for 45 years
For more than four decades, Brunswick Family Assistance has quietly filled the gaps that often go unseen. Founded in 1981, Brunswick Family Assistance (BFA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit devoted to helping families and individuals in crisis throughout Brunswick County. While many organizations focus on a single form of...
Silver Coast Winery: A Local Favorite You Don’t Have to Leave Town For
🍷 Silver Coast Winery: A Local Favorite You Don’t Have to Leave Town ForWine, Relaxed Vibes & Coastal Carolina Charm — Ocean Isle BeachBy Bay Area Entertainer | Local Life, Coastal FindsIf you live in Brunswick County long enough, you learn a few things. One of them? You don’t always have to drive far — or dress...
Fire officials urge heating safety as bitter cold grips southeastern North Carolina
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Fire officials are warning residents about potentially deadly heating dangers as bone-chilling cold settles across southeastern North Carolina and icy roads impact the region. “This is the time of year where firefighters all over the country, especially in cold places, start to see an...
Town of Leland looking at possible changes to its zoning and subdivision ordinances
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Rapid growth in Leland is forcing town leaders to take a closer look at their zoning ordinances. The town planning board met Tuesday evening, where a presentation was given about a project to update the town’s land development regulations. As part of the Leland...
Demolition begins for one of Wilmington’s oldest shopping centers
The demolition of one of Wilmington’s oldest shopping centers has begun. The North 17 Shopping Center is undergoing redevelopment. A one-story retail building on the 1.59-acre property at 4302 Market St. is being demolished and redeveloped as a five-story, mixed-use building. Upon completion, four stories of...
Warming shelters open across southeastern North Carolina due to freezing temperatures
SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - Warming Shelters are open across southeastern North Carolina because of a forecast for prolonged cold weather. The Warming Shelter in Wilmington opened Saturday, Jan. 24, and will operate through Saturday, Jan. 31. The shelter operates from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. on nights when temperatures fall...
Belville to unveil new multi-use path with ribbon-cutting ceremony
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Town of Belville will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday to unveil its new multi-use path. As part of the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor, the new multi-use path will provide a route for walkers, runners, cyclists and families. The path includes a paved, ADA-accessible...
YMCA camps come to Brunswick County Schools
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is expanding its programs in partnership with Brunswick County schools. Starting this year, the YMCA will offer full-day and summer camp programs at Belville Elementary School, Town Creek Middle School, and Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School. The...

















