First Alert Forecast: stormy skies, cold temps maintain three First Alert Weather Days
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - After a completely settled Saturday, Sunday opens a suite of First Alert Weather Days. Amid an increasingly balmy and energetic southeast breeze, stay aware for a growing risk for a passing shower or stray stronger storm. Ahead of the next sharp March cold front, Monday also...
Almost a week after Edilberto Espinoza Sierra’s death, protestors gathered to question law enforcement’s...
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Almost a week after the death of Edilberto Espinoza Sierra, his family still mourns. On Saturday, dozens of protestors gathered around the parking deck on Market Street to protest the actions that happened last Sunday morning. On March 8th, around 3 in the morning, law enforcement...
Wilmington woman publishes memoir about growing up one of 20 children during the Great...
Marie Kilkinney is 96 years old and a newly published author. Her book, Four in a Tub: A Memoir, chronicles her childhood during the Great Depression as one of 20 siblings.
‘It’s a dream’: Gas station stop turns into $100,000 lottery win for Brunswick County...
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A stop for gas led a Brunswick County man to win big in a new scratch-off game. Angelo Collins stopped for gas at the Circle K on North Howe Street in Southport when he decided to buy a Cash Payday ticket. The $30 scratch-off led to him being the lucky winner of $100,000.
Downtown Wilmington filled with green after the “25th Annual Wilmington St. Patrick’s Day Parade”
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Green filled the streets of Downtown Wilmington, as hundreds of attended the 2026 Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Going all through Front Street, the 25th annual parade celebrated the Irish tradition with multiple vehicles, characters, and music. Hundreds of green attendees watched on both sides of...
Brunswick Co. Schools hosting Community Conversations on proposed bond referendum
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Brunswick County Schools (BCS) is holding a series of discussions about the proposed 2026 Bond. According to BCS, the discussions will allow families and community members to hear directly from Superintendent Dale Cole, learn more about how the bond would address growth across the...
Bladen Co. Board of Education votes to close East Arcadia School
The Bladen County Board of Education voted to close a school in Riegelwood at its regular meeting on Monday.
Riptide Rally returning to Oak Island this weekend
OAK ISLAND, N.C. (WECT) - The public is invited to the 2nd annual Riptide Rally this weekend. According to the Town of Oak Island, Riptide Rally will include skate contests, food trucks and giveaways. The free event is set to be held on Saturday, March 14, from noon to 4...
Airlie Gardens hosting “Blooms and Brews” event next week
Airlie Gardens is inviting the community to its “Blooms and Brews” event to celebrate the spring bloom.
Former Carolina golf facility now a substance abuse recovery center
What previously operated as a kids' golf facility has gotten a new owner, new name and new life. The 27.83-acre property at 445 Tarkln Court near Shallotte is now home to Christian Recovery Center Inc .'s newest facility, Bryant's Orchard, as a family retreat and introductory clinical treatment center for men...
