Wilmington NC

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cameron Art Museum (CAM) is inviting people of all ages to its birthday celebration for artist Minnie Evans. Minnie Evans, 1892-1987, was a Wilmington local and folk artist whose career began in 1935. She gained notoriety throughout the 20th century for pieces featuring repeating faces,...

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to wilmington..

In an unfortunate turn of events, a social media user finds themselves on the brink of homelessness and is seeking advice on where they could set up a tent without being disturbed. The individual is looking for a safe place to stay for a few months until they can rectify their current situation. They express a desire...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation held a hearing for a possible extension of Independence Blvd. More than 100 people gathered at the GLOW Academy in Wilmington for the hearing and to learn more about the project. A 1.7-mile extension would connect Independence at its...

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — The Leland Police Department is warning the community of a couple of popular scams to help avoid falling victim to them. One of the recent scams is regarding Bitcoin, where a caller identifies themselves as a representative of a bank, business, or some other financial entity. They make the victim...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A public meeting to discuss Wave Transit’s proposed service changes to several routes will be held later this week. Staff will answer the public’s questions following a presentation on the proposed adjustments. Wave Transit redesigned its system in January 2025, changed four routes and...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Friday, Nov. 28, was supposed to be a normal day for Joshua Carter. “It was 3:50 in the afternoon, there were people outside,” said Carter. “The game plan was to go to the gas station, just to grab an energy drink.”. When Carter walked...

The candidate filing period for North Carolina’s 2026 statewide elections will begin at noon on December 1, 2025. It will close at noon on December 19, 2025. Prospective candidates for both the primary and general elections must submit a Notice of Candidacy during this period. Filings and fees should be submitted...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Historic Downtown Wilmington’s waterfront will be the center for multiple holiday festivities this winter. Of those, Holiday drone shows have returned by popular demand to light up the skies on multiple new dates. According to Wilmington and Beaches Blog, the best viewing for the show...

SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — City of Southport announces a new addition to this year’s Winterfest celebrations which brings a classic winter tradition to the coast. From December 5th through December 13th the Fort Johnston Tennis Courts will be transformed to a full-size rink for Pop-Up Ice Skating. The...