The North Carolina Coastal Café Where Ocean Views Steal The Show (But The Shrimp...
Perched at the very edge of Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic at the Crystal Pier has been a beloved coastal café for decades. Sitting right on the pier, where waves crash beneath your feet and salty breezes sweep through the dining room, it offers one of the most unforgettable dining experiences on the North Carolina coast.
History with ‘Hud’: The last remaining trolley station from a once busy Wilmington line
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Getting between Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach is a simple journey by car today. But in the early half of the 20th century, there was another more popular option for beachgoers looking to get out of the city and onto the sand. The Tidewater...
NCDEQ requiring Chemours to expand well testing in the Lower Cape Fear
Dr. Michael Degon with Novant Health was in the studio to talk about the detection and treatment of prostate cancer. Man held on $2 million bond after new child sex crime charges filed in Bladen County. Updated: 2 hours ago. Hatfield is currently being held at the Bladen County Detention...
8 North Carolina Sandwich Shops That Should Be Household Names
Discover the hidden gems across North Carolina that are redefining the sandwich experience. These sandwich shops offer more than just a meal; they deliver a taste of local charm, creativity, and culinary passion. From classic deli favorites to inventive new creations, each one deserves a place on your must-visit list.
Brunswick Co. NCWorks Career Center offering free fall workshops for job seekers
Shallotte, N.C. (WECT) - The NCWorks Career Center in Brunswick County will be offering a free Fall Workshop Series. According to NCWorks, the workshops are designed to help job seekers strengthen their skills, gain confidence, and connect with career opportunities. The series includes the following workshops:....
Volunteers needed: Local nonprofit looking for help to build bunk beds for kids in...
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A local non-profit is gathering volunteers to help build bunk beds for children in the area who have no beds to call their own. WECT’s Community Spotlight is highlighting the local chapter of “Sleep in Heavenly Peace.” In the past three years, the group has built and delivered a total of 775...
DEQ requires Chemours to expand PFAS well water testing
About 14,000 additional residences in the lower Cape Fear region have been added to the list of private drinking water wells eligible for PFAS contamination sampling. N.C. Department of Environmental Quality announced Thursday that it is requiring Chemours to expand sampling eligibility to more areas of Brunswick,...
Wilmington Ukrainians condemn fatal Charlotte stabbing, partisan rhetoric
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Reactions continue after a Ukrainian refugee was fatally stabbed in Charlotte. On August 22, 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska was riding the light rail on her way home. About four minutes after Zarutska sat down, 34-year-old Decarlos Brown allegedly stabbed Zarutska. She died at the scene. Lena...
Eastern North Carolina honors 9/11 victims with memorials and heartfelt ceremonies
Memorials were held across the country on Thursday to honor the victims of the September 11 attacks, which occurred 24 years ago. Nearly 3,000 people were killed when 19 men hijacked four U.S. commercial airplanes, crashing them in New York, Washington, D.C., and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. In New Bern, people...
Brunswick County water line flushing may alter color/taste
Beginning next month, Brunswick County Public Utilities customers may notice discoloration and sediment in their drinking water as water lines are being flushed. Utilities staff flush the lines annually by opening fire hydrants and allowing them to flow freely during a short period of time. This method cleans out...
