New Hanover County leaders urge families to prepare for storm next week
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -New Hanover County leaders held a press conference Friday afternoon to discuss how neighbors should prepare for the upcoming storm. The storm that could affect the region is not named yet. People can expect to see rainfall on Monday. As the forecast is still up in the...
The Retro North Carolina Diner Where The All-You-Can-Eat Menu Hasn’t Changed In Decades
Tucked away in the heart of Wilmington, North Carolina, Casey’s Buffet is a true time capsule of Southern culinary tradition that locals have sworn by for generations. I stumbled upon this gem during a road trip through the Carolinas last summer and found myself transported to a simpler time when food was hearty,...
26 people charged after investigation by North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement recently conducted an investigation into criminal activity around ABC licensed businesses in Wilmington. The investigation was primarily focused on the possession and sale of illegal drugs and alcohol. Agents seized illegal gaming machines and drug...
Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in sea foam along NC beaches, new study finds
CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WWAY-TV) — A new study recently found toxic levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in sea foam along North Carolina beaches. According to Clean Cape Fear, new data revealed high levels of PFAS in samples taken from Oak Island and Carolina Beach State Park. Unlike other...
School systems along NC coast adjusting Monday schedules as tropical system nears
BOLIVIA, N.C. (WNCN) — With Potential Tropical Cyclone 9 forming Friday and expected to develop further over the weekend, one school system along North Carolina’s coast has already canceled classes for Monday. On Friday afternoon, Brunswick County Schools in the southeastern corner of the state announced it will be...
Storm concerns prompt SENC school closures
SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - School districts in Southeastern North Carolina are beginning to share their plans because of the threat of severe weather from a tropical system expected next week. New Hanover County Schools. New Hanover County Schools (NHCS) has not finalized any plans ahead of the severe weather at...
11 North Carolina Comfort Food Spots That Locals Admit Rival Grandma’s Best
Nothing hits the soul quite like comfort food—and in North Carolina, it’s practically a way of life. Here, every bite feels like a hug, every plate carries a story, and locals proudly claim some restaurants can rival even grandma’s legendary cooking. We’re talking fried chicken with crackling skin, biscuits so fluffy...
Pender County prepares Emergency Operations Center ahead of tropical threat
BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — Pender County Emergency Management is closely monitoring tropical activity in the Atlantic and preparing to fully activate its Emergency Operations Center beginning Monday at 7 a.m. The county says the EOC serves as the hub for county staff and partner agencies to coordinate resources, track...
‘Together For Veterans Expo’ held at Independence Mall
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Thursday many attended WWAY’s Together for Veterans Expo at Independence Mall. The event honored those who served as well as connected local veterans, their families and community members with valuable resources and businesses. There were dozens of tables set up for the attendees to learn more...
Cape Fear Vintage Market to host 70+ vendors this weekend
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cape Fear Vintage Market is scheduled to host 70+ vendors in downtown Wilmington this weekend. Cape Fear Market, located at 122 S Water Street inside the City Market, is a vintage clothing resale store and has hosted multiple markets in the past, according to the store’s Instagram.

















