Wilmington NC

Brant, of Ocean Isle Fishing Center, reports that nearshore trips are focusing on king mackerel, which are typically schooled up and holding in 50’ of water or closer to the beach. Moving into November, targeting the 60-80’ range becomes more productive. Slow trolling live bait, dead bait, or pulling artificials can...

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – A homeowner on Live Oak Drive has transformed his front yard with a more than 40-foot-long airplane as part of his annual Halloween display. Walt Laughlin has been decorating his home for Halloween for 12 years, but he says this year’s display is his...

PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A road in Pender County is closed due to a traffic accident on Friday morning. According to DriveNC, the accident happened near Hampstead on U.S. 17 near Sparrows Bend. U.S. 17 is closed near Sparrows Bend, reports DriveNC. Pender County Schools stated in a Facebook...

PENDER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - THINK Pender Strong has announced the launch of a new Food Resource Hub in the county. The hub contains information for various food pantries and food giveaway sites across Pender County, including:. House of Abraham Resource Center. Pender County Christian Services - Willard Outreach...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington community is uniting this November to bring awareness to suicide and mental health concerns. The Out of the Darkness Community Walk and fundraiser will help to acknowledge mental health concerns and prevent suicide. There is no reservation fee or fundraising minimum for the...

Harrison, of Dutchman Creek Bait and Tackle, reports that the nearshore big red drum bite (30-45”) has been the main focus for anglers. The menhaden are still plentiful, which should help keep the drum around a bit longer. Farther offshore, the king mackerel bite has been scattered. Surf anglers...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Vampires, forbidden romance and war are some of the tropes you’ll expect to find in local author K.D. Miller’s standalone novel ‘Vows Forged in Blood.’. ‘Vows Forged in Blood is an adult paranormal romantasy about a young woman who is married off to...

Happy Halloween to all of the foodies doing something deliciously spooky today. And while October may be coming to an end, the fun doesn’t. I counted about a dozen or so food-focused events happening this weekend, and even more on my friend John Staton’s weekly list. Check it out below. On the schedule Have a tasty...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Alzheimer’s Association Eastern North Carolina chapter held their annual walk to end Alzheimer’s event Saturday. More than 900 people participated in the walk at UNCW honoring those impacted by the disease. Participants carried flowers with colors representing their personal connections to...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College announces that the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will perform live at CFCC’s Wilson Center in May. The performance will be on Sunday, May 10th at 7:00 p.m. Those interested in attending can buy tickets on the...