Southport holding virtual public meeting on Multimodal Project Acceleration Plan
Attendees will learn about the goals for the plan, hear recommendations from the project team, and provide feedback on the proposed projects.
Wrightsville Beach addresses post-storm escarpments, seeks federal aid
According to town officials, the Public Works team created sand ramps at 14 beach accesses where the escarpments were especially steep after the tides receded.
Southport Strong fundraiser brings hundreds together in support
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — On Saturday in Southport the community rallied together for the Southport Strong Community Relief Fundraiser. hundreds of community members came together in the Yacht Basin to help support those affected by last month’s shooting at American Fish Company. At the event, there was live...
The Underfront Co. Announces Wilmington’s New Cocktail Destination
The Underfront Co. – Wilmington’s Hidden Gem for Craft Cocktails and Live Music Wilmington, North Carolina, known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene, now has a new destination for cocktail lovers and live music enthusiasts. The Underfront Co., located beneath one of the city’s main streets, offers an...
‘I’m going to buy Star Wars’: Bricks & Minifigs host first LEGO “Buying Day”
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Children and Parents made a stop at the newest attraction for LEGO enthusiasts. Bricks and Minifigs is a new LEGO store that is located on 1305 Floral Parkway near Independence Mall. The owners kicked off their first time opening their doors by holding a “buying day”....
Thousands take part in ‘No Kings’ rallies across SENC
SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - The New Hanover County and Brunswick County Democratic Party chairs reported that thousands of people participated in local ‘No Kings’ rallies Saturday. The rallies were part of a nationwide movement. Organizers say more than 2,600 rallies were planned nationwide. In Wilmington, groups...
Wilmington Man Sentenced to Prison for Fatal Fentanyl Overdose in Carolina Beach
WILMINGTON, N.C. — A Wilmington man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to charges connected to a fatal fentanyl overdose in Carolina Beach that claimed the life of a 2022 victim. According to the Carolina Beach Police Department, 25-year-old Ethan Faircloth was convicted for his role in...
‘The boardwalk is Britt’s Donuts’: Friends and family remember beloved donut shop owner who...
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Bobby Nivens, the longtime owner of the famous Britt’s Donuts in Carolina Beach, died Tuesday at 86 years old. Nivens took over the landmark donut shop in the 1970s and became known for carrying on decades of sweet tradition while keeping things simple — one flavor and cash only.
NCDOT announces closure of Brunswick County bridge for pipe upsizing
The bridge over Indian Creek will be closed while crews work to upsize a pipe beginning starting Oct. 20.
Hundreds gather in downtown Wilmington for ‘No Kings’ protest
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Hundreds, possibly thousands, of people filled downtown Wilmington Saturday afternoon as part of the nationwide “No Kings” protest movement. The event ran from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with participants marching from three different launch sites before converging downtown for a rally at Innes Park....

















