Wilmington NC

“Our public library system is at an important juncture, and I firmly believe we have found the right person to lead it into its next chapter,” said County Manager Chris Coudriet.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – A proposed drive-through restaurant near a Wilmington neighborhood raised safety and traffic concerns among Echo Farms residents. The city board of adjustment voted unanimously on Thursday to decline the developer’s variance request for the property located at the intersection of Echo Farms...

LELAND, N.C. (WECT) - The Town of Leland submitted its proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to the Town Council on Feb. 19. According to the town, the $50 million budget focuses on five strategic priority areas, including:. Safe community. Resilient, high-quality infrastructure and environment. Communication...

CAPE FEAR, NC (WWAY) — The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority says they are aware of a potential phishing scam targeting customers. Customers reported receiving a robo-call claiming to be from CFPUA’s Fraud Prevention Department and asking for personal information. CFPUA says these calls appear to be coming...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The next Cape Fear cold front will be in position to drape rain chances across more than just one day, like: 20 to 30% for Friday night, 40 to 50% for Saturday and Saturday night, and a leftover 50-60% for Sunday. A coastal low may try to develop off the Carolina coast Sunday, which could...

OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — The Mardi Gras by the Sea: Parade & Festival will be held in the Town of Oak Island Saturday. The parade is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. near SE 64th Street and will head West on E Oak Island Drive. The parade will end in front of Town hall on SE 46t Street.

CAPE FEAR, NC (WWAY) — The State Archives of North Carolina’s traveling exhibit “One Day Wonder” is coming to the North Carolina coast. The exhibit will first stop at the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum and Visitors Center on Saturday. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., you can...

CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Happening this weekend, The Island Men are hosting their second annual Carolina Beach Wing Crawl, giving locals and visitors a chance to sample wings from area restaurants, enjoy drink specials, and support local charities. The event, which started last year with six participating...

CAPE FEAR, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina First in Freedom Festival kicks off Saturday. This statewide celebration honors North Carolina’s pivotal role in America’s fight for independence, marking the 250th anniversary of the nation. Communities will host events from February 21 through February 28 with Moores...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A bicyclist died Friday afternoon after being hit by a vehicle on Market Street, according to the Wilmington Police Department (WPD). WPD said officers responded to the 6900 block of Market Street shortly before 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 20, following reports of the crash. When they arrived, they...