A conversation with Spence Broadhurst, looking back at five years on The Endowment board
On today’s show, we’re sitting down for a candid conversation with Spence Broadhurst, a former Wilmington mayor who has played an intimate role in the creation and evolution of the New Hanover Community Endowment. Six years ago, Broadhurst co-chaired the Partnership Advisory Group, which helped steer the sale...
Still in the tent: Leland and Winnabow USPS continue operations outside amid population boom
As Brunswick County’s population continues to grow, post offices across the county are struggling to keep up with the mail. Last year WWAY reported that Leland’s USPS had been partially operating out of a tent for years to handle the demand. A year later, that tent is still up. And Leland isn’t alone.
Carolina Beach PD receives over $12,000 in grant funding for new K9
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Carolina Beach Police Department (CBPD) has received a $12,810 grant from the Carolina Beach Police Foundation (CBPF). According to CBPF, the funding has been given to cover the cost of purchasing, training, and providing needed equipment for a new K9, as well as food and lodging for the...
Carolina Beach business reflects one year since PTC 8
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - It’s been one year since The Veggie Wagon in Carolina Beach was rocked with flooding from Potential Tropical Storm 8. PTC 8 not only damaged businesses in Carolina Beach but also houses across southeastern North Carolina, with historic rainfall and flooding. “It was just...
North Carolina ports investments serve diverse sectors
North Carolina has deepwater ports in Wilmington and Morehead City, plus an inland port in Charlotte, and intermodal rail access through CSX’s Carolina Connector (CCX) in Rocky Mount. The North Carolina ports also operate with a dual focus, serving both containerized and general cargo. With solid volume growth, the...
Wilmington Police investigating shooting on Oleander Drive
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Police are investigating after shots were fired at a motorcyclist Sunday night on Oleander Drive. Officers were dispatched around 8 p.m. to the 5400 block of Oleander Drive after multiple 911 calls reported gunfire. Police say the victim had just completed a U-turn in a nearby...
Food & Wine honors Wilmington restaurant professional with Hosiptality Hero Award
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Food and wine magazine unveiled their first annual Hospitality Heroes awards and a Wilmington cashier was honored. The award is only given to those in the hospitality and restaurant industries who go above and beyond to embody the spirit of hospitality. He’s worked at Bitty...
‘Never underestimate Mother Nature’: Reflecting on PTC 8 one year later
BOLIVIA, N.C. (WECT) - It’s been a year since Potential Tropical Cyclone eight (PTC 8) hit. Now, Brunswick County Emergency Management is looking back on what they’ve learned. PTC 8 hit the Cape Fear Region on September 16, 2024. The storm led to historic flooding in several counties,...
26th annual Landfall Foundation Art Show & Sale to be held this week
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The 26th annual Landfall Foundation Art Show & Sale is taking place this week at the Country Club of Landfall. The show will showcase work from top local artists, with all proceeds funding the Landfall Foundation to support local nonprofits focused on the arts, education, and health and...
Controlled burn to last two weeks in New Hanover County
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A permitted controlled burn will be taking place in New Hanover County, according to county officials. The 2-acre burn at Old Wrightsboro Road will last for nearly two weeks. Residents may see smoke in the area and are advised that the burn is being monitored.
