Wilmington NC

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Does Entertainment announce the return of BAD Day Music + Arts Festival to Wilmington’s Brooklyn Arts District on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The festival will feature a lineup of acclaimed artists spanning roots rock, Americana, indie, and soul — including headliners The Revivalists and...

The film has been shown at several film festivals across the state, including the Cucalorus Film Festival.

On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the section of W Dolphin Drive between 2nd Place West and 5th Place West in Oak Island will be closed to all thru-traffic. Crews will be replacing an underground sewer valve, which requires cutting through the street. Work is expected to finish by the end of the day, but the town will...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - It’s almost time for one of the best food events in Southeastern North Carolina. FEAST Wilmington returns this weekend to Riverfront Park (Live Oak Bank Pavilion), and if you haven’t secured your tickets yet, what are you waiting for?. FEAST was recently ranked one...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A community 5K race is planned for May 9 to raise awareness and support for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease in Wilmington. The “Beat It 5K,” organized by nonprofit Beat Parkinson’s Today in partnership with Brunches, will take place at The Pointe at Barclay, 2030 Stonecrop Drive....

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A downtown Wilmington restaurant is hosting “James Van Der Beek Day” on Tuesday, March 24, to honor the “Dawson’s Creek” star who died Feb. 11 after a two-year battle with colon cancer. Hell’s Kitchen served as a frequent filming location during...

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) has issued a precautionary boil-water advisory for part of North Lumina Avenue and surrounding areas. CFPUA officials said the advisory will begin at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, while crews replace broken valves and perform maintenance on...

PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Residents in eastern Pender County may see dense smoke in the area from two fires burning in Onslow County, fire officials said Tuesday. According to the Pender County Fire Marshal’s Office, wind is carrying smoke south into the county. No fires are burning in...

PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Crews responded to a woods fire off Morning Dove Lane in Willard around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24, according to the Pender County Fire Marshal’s Office. Officials said the fire grew to approximately 15 acres. The fire is now under control following a...

The airport is accepting non-perishable foods, toiletries and gift cards for gas and groceries up to $25.