WilmingtoNColor celebrating culture at Juneteenth Jamboree
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - WilmingtoNColor Heritage Tours is inviting the community to attend the Juneteenth Jamboree this weekend. Entertainment such as magicians, fire breathers, and a fireworks finale. Local vendors and food trucks. Art activities for all ages. Mini Black History Tours led by WilmingtoNColor. “This...
Columbus Co. Sheriff’s Office locates missing children one mile from home
CFPUA says the work is set to begin at 7 p.m. on June 19 and will remain in place for around eight hours. Burney Ford Road in Bladen County closed due to crossline replacement. Burney Ford Road is closed half a mile east of the Elkton Road intersection. Body of...
Doctor gives tips on staying safe in the summer heat
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — With summer right around the corner and soaring temperatures across the region, it’s important to stay safe in the summer heat. WWAY sat down with a local doctor to get some tips on staying cool. Dr. James Thurby with Novant Health recommends planning your...
Avelo starts Dulles nonstops to Wilmington, NC, cancels Charlotte route
Startup Avelo Airlines has added its second nonstop destination from Dulles Airport with flights to coastal Wilmington, North Carolina, but has canceled plans for nonstops to Charlotte. The twice weekly flights to Wilmington operate Mondays and Fridays on Boeing 737 aircraft. It is the only nonstop to Wilmington from...
First Alert Forecast: toasty temperatures continue
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - After Wilmington officially hit the 90s Tuesday and Wednesday- some of the highest metrics so far in 2025! - continue to stay cool and hydrated the best you can Thursday. Your First Alert Forecast stocks very toasty high temperatures in the lower and middle 90s, stressful heat index values...
Alligator injures girl swimming in popular summer state park destination
North Carolina officials euthanized a 12-foot alligator after it injured a young girl swimming in Lake Waccamaw, noting the unusual but non-predatory nature of the rare encounter.
New traffic lights to be installed in northern Brunswick along busy highway
Three new traffic lights are needed in northern Brunswick County due to recent growth and safety concerns. The lights will be installed near Leland in the next one to two years as part of the North Carolina Department of Transportation's 2024-2033 State Transportation Improvement Program. The lights will be placed in...
Where was Netflix’s ‘The Waterfront’ filmed? Here’s a list of NC locations
The North Carolina coast is taking center stage in Netflix’s newest drama. “The Waterfront ” dives into the story of a fictional North Carolina family desperately trying to save their fishing empire. In the eight-episode series that premiered June 19, Wilmington and Southport are transformed into “Havenport” — with...
Body of missing swimmer recovered at NC beach, police say
HOLDEN BEACH, N.C. (WGHP) — The body of a missing swimmer from High Point was recovered at Holden Beach on Wednesday, according to the Holden Beach Police Department. On Monday at around 3 p.m., emergency crews responded to a water rescue regarding three people struggling in the water on the east end of Holden Beach....
‘Coast 2 Coast Summer Tour’ set for next week
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Harbor Entertainment Group has announced the ‘Coast 2 Coast Summer Tour’ will be taking place in Wilmington next week. featuring Mike Love will be co-headlining the event at The Pier at Port City Marina. “Our goal is simple: create memorable experiential events, while supporting...
