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Southern Sandi’s Top 5 Seafood Restaurants
Explore Southern Sandi’s top 5 seafood restaurants in Wilmington, NC. It’s no secret that Wilmington is a sea-foodie town. The city is home to many delicious restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisines utilizing our water’s freshest bounty of seafood. Here are my Top 5 Seafood Restaurants — in no particular order, just five of my favorites!
One injured in shooting near 10th and Queen Streets
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - One person has been injured with non-life threatening injuries following a shooting near 10th and Queen Streets, per the Wilmington Police Department. A WPD representative says that the call came in at 12:56 p.m. and that it seems to have happened outdoors. Officers are currently gathering...
Want to protest on local government property? Here are some things to know first.
With elections quickly approaching and people across the country gathering to protest in support of Palestine, New Hanover County has put together a list of the county's rules when it comes to protesting on county property. Assistant County Manager Lisa Wurtzbacher presented a summary of the county's rules and regulations during a New Hanover County Board of Commissioners meeting earlier this month. ...
The Bow Wow Luau & The Cat’s Meow Celebrates 15 Years of Saving Homeless Dogs and Cats in the Community
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Bow Wow Luau & The Cat’s Meow celebrates its 15th anniversary, dedicated to rescuing homeless animals. Attendees are encouraged to wear Luau attire for this Night of Hope. Since inception, it has raised over $70,000 for homeless animals. Guests will enjoy Polynesian Hula,...
36th annual Greek Festival kicks off in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The thirty-sixth 36th annual Greek Festival kicked off in Wilmington Friday morning. Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church on South College Rd. is once again hosting the three-day event. You can park and walk around the festival grounds, or stay in your car to pick up...
Wrightsville Beach Police Department to hold a community meeting on the problems of theft and fraud attempts
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Scammers stole more than 3.4 billion dollars from older Americans last year. Because fraud and theft is a growing problem, especially among adults 60 and older, Wrightsville Beach police are holding a community meeting to address it. The FBI released a report this week, which said there’s a rise in losses through increasingly criminal tactics that trick vulnerable people into giving up their life savings.
Local rapper raising awareness about fentanyl overdose deaths
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Promoter Scott Maitland and rapper “22JAX” are taking action through music and community organizations to raise awareness about fentanyl overdose deaths. This Sunday, May 19, they are organizing a music video shoot and fundraiser at Legion Stadium from noon to 4 p.m. There will...
Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame to induct five new members
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Five sports legends from around our community will be inducted into the Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame during a weekend of events, May 17-18. This year’s inductees are Connor Barth, Joe Browning, James Faison, Alley Hart and Sherri Tynes, according to the GWSHOF website.
Developers Mark Opening Of $78M Apartment Project At Riverlights
The latest batch of apartments at Riverlights has officially opened its doors, according to a news release from the developers. Sterling Group, an Indiana-based real estate company specializing in apartments and self-storage facilities, created the Argento at Riverlights in the 1,400-acre master-planned community on River Road in Wilmington. A $78...
Georgia softball live score updates in first round NCAA Regional vs. UNCW
Georgia softball will begin its run in the 2024 NCAA Tournament as the No. 11 seed against UNCW on Friday in the Athens Regional. The game is scheduled for 3:50 p.m. ET on ESPN+ following the first game of the day between Liberty and Charlotte at Jack Turner Stadium. This is a double elimination tournament, with the winner advancing to the Super Regionals against the winner of the Los Angeles Regional, which houses national No. 6 seed...
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