Wilmington NC

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center recently purchased a building near its hospital campus on South 17th Street in Wilmington for $3 million. The nearly 10,000-square-foot building at 1994 S. 17th St. formerly housed a local NCWorks Career Center. “We consistently evaluate opportunities to address...

NEW HANOVER, NC (WWAY) — On July 29th, 1967, the USS Forrestal went up in flames, a turning point in US naval history. To honor the men who were injured or killed that day, the USS Forrestal Association holds an annual reunion. It brings together veterans who were aboard the vessel that day, and those who were...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A nine-month investigation into a narcotics trafficking network in southeastern North Carolina has resulted in 32 arrests, more than 200 charges, and the seizure of drugs, weapons and contraband, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation, called Operation Due...

Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary experiences come in the most unassuming packages, and Lake Park Steakhouse in Carolina Beach is the living, breathing, beef-searing proof of this timeless truth. You know that feeling when you stumble upon something so good you almost don’t want to tell anyone else about it?...

The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains have arrived in Southport and say they will be in the area for as long as needed. The chaplain coordinator for the team said they are there to provide emotional and spiritual support as the community tries to make sense of the tragedy.

Plans for a new planned development project bringing thousands of homes to northern Brunswick County are on hold. Following the first review of the over 4,000-acre development , the previously scheduled community meeting was pushed to an unknown date. The entire project, currently called the Maco Road Planned...

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A lane has been closed on the Causeway Drive Bridge in Wrightsville Beach due to emergency work. The town reports that work is underway on UNCW’s saltwater intake line, which is located on the floating dock near the bridge. To allow equipment access to...

BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — Burgaw has a new police chief in town, who is about to celebrate his 1st month on the job. Wilmington native James Rowell was sworn in as Burgaw’s police chief on September 2nd. He took over for Jim Hock, who has served as chief...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A new chapter for downtown Wilmington begins next week with the grand opening of New Hanover County’s new Main Library at 230 Grace Street, Suite A. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Monday at 2 p.m., featuring remarks from county leaders, library staff, and...

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...