Wilmington NC

LELAND, N.C. (WECT) - A vehicle crash has closed one lane on NC-133 near Brunswick Place in Leland, according to NCDOT. The crash occurred on Friday around 3:03 p.m. Officials expect high traffic impact in the area. Motorists should expect delays and consider alternate routes while traveling through the area.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - More than $20 million in public funds across five southeastern North Carolina counties sits in limbo due to vacant state positions, according to new data from a state dashboard tracking job openings. The new long-term state vacancies dashboard, created by the State Auditor’s Office, tracks...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (NCAFF) will open a location at Independence Mall while the main facility undergoes renovation and expansion. Construction begins Monday, Jan. 12, on Discovery Cove, an 8,000-square-foot facility in the JCPenney Wing between Belk and JCPenney,...

In a state renowned for its rich culinary traditions, one humble, family-owned establishment in Wilmington has emerged as a standout. Casey’s Buffet, a staple of Southern hospitality and comfort food, has been named the best all-you-can-eat buffet in North Carolina by Tasting Table, a prominent national food and...

Developers have submitted plans to build nearly 300 new apartments near The Pointe at Barclay in midtown Wilmington. The project marks the latest joint multifamily venture between Wilmington-based Cameron Management and Charlotte-headquartered real estate firm Childress Klein. The apartments, called Element Barclay...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — Cape Fear Community College is bringing “Free Concert Friday” to the Wilson Center. In partnership with The Eagle’s Dare, “Free Concert Friday” is moving indoors for the winter. The goal is to continue to highlight local bands and artists,...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A crash is impacting traffic in New Hanover County on Friday morning. According to DriveNC, the crash happened on I-140 near mile marker 19 in Wilmington at around 10:19 a.m. The right lane is closed one mile west of Exit 20, said DriveNC. WECT...

Ben Schachtman: Welcome back, Kelly. Kelly Kenoyer: Thanks Ben. KK: That’s right! And they kicked it off with a few pretty interesting developments. It certainly is clear that the new makeup of council is a lot more progressive, and policies are likely to shift in the city accordingly. BS:...

KURE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Fort Fisher State Historic Site invites the public to mark the 161st anniversary of the fort’s capture in the Civil War. The site will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on January 17 with events scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

When a North Carolina buffet earns thousands of glowing reviews, you know there is something special behind those serving pans. Casey’s Buffet in Wilmington has become a ritual for locals and road trippers who crave classic Southern comfort done right. From crispy fried chicken to slow-smoked barbecue and a...