Wilmington NC

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) will be hosting its ninth annual Benny Hill Quartet Fundraising Concert next month. According to CFCC, the event will support the school’s music program by raising funds for student scholarships and instruments for students. “Over the years, I have seen...

KURE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Special Olympics New Hanover County is inviting the community to join its Polar Plunge and Run in February. According to the City of Wilmington, the event raises money to fully fund all of the organization’s programs for the year. The organization aims to raise a total of $150,000 by the new...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – As the temperature dips below freezing again on Monday night, many are seeking warmth at area warming shelters. “Your lungs will literally freeze just by simply breathing,” said Antwan Clinkscales. Clinkscales has been living in Wilmington for over five years and for the past...

The City of Wilmington Parks and Recreation Department offers fee assistance for residents who meet maximum household income levels based on family size.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A man is in custody after police officers found more than 20 grams of cocaine during a traffic stop on South Kerr Avenue. According to the Wilmington Police Department (WPD), an officer stopped a vehicle Sunday, Dec. 14, at around 10:18 p.m. after observing an improper right turn.

Two people were seriously injured in a crash involving a motorcycle and truck on Highway 17 near Leland on Saturday.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The Brunswick Christian Recovery Center has opened a residential warming facility due to cold weather. According to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, the facility provides a safe place to stay, along with meals and local transportation during extreme weather conditions. The...

In the heart of North Carolina, where a rich tapestry of history and culture intersects with beautiful landscapes, there lies an intriguing, fascinating, and breathtaking collection of historic scenic train rides, from the popular Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Tweetsie Railroad to the New Hope Valley Railway and...

The UNCW Seahawks will play against the Valparaiso Beacons on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The game will take place at the Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN, and is set to start at 3:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+. The UNCW Seahawks come into this game with...

State and transportation agencies are working with one Brunswick County beach town to improve a major highway and evacuation route. As fatal car wrecks, development approvals and resident concerns continue to grow , the town of Sunset Beach is pushing for safety improvements on the 6-mile stretch of N.C. 904 from...