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NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Novant Health is hosting a special event in Wilmington next month. The organization is holding ‘It Takes A Village Youth Summit’ on February 18th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Williston Middle School. Novant Health invites students and families for...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Port City United hosted its inaugural “Fresh Chance Friday” on January 27. The free event drew a large crowd to the MLK Center. Representatives from businesses, local career development programs, and other county departments were onsite to connect attendees with employment resources and potential job openings. Some of the companies at today’s event were hiring on-site.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A two-day competition is returning to Wilmington next month. The Wilmington Convention Center is hosting the 2023 Maximum Cheer and Dance Port City Classic on February 4th and 5th. The event consists of both cheer and dance competitors in multiple age divisions. “Port City Classic...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Dr. Philip Brown is no longer employed by Novant Health. In a Facebook post, Dr. Brown said, “My role as Chief Community Impact Officer was eliminated by a system-wide reduction.”. Novant Health released a statement Thursday afternoon, saying, “We appreciate Dr. Brown’s contributions to...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Community College is offering a number of services to the public for an affordable price. CFCC is providing haircuts, manicures and teeth cleanings at low prices, giving students hands-on experience using real people. Brinkley Elliot, a student in CFCC’s dental hygiene program, says...

CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WWAY)– The Surfrider Foundation, alongside volunteers, partnered with the Town of Carolina Beach to place recycled Christmas trees along the dunes of the beach. The Christmas trees will help replenish the dunes by rebuilding the frontal edge of the existing dune structure. The trees are placed...

LELAND, NC (WWAY)–This past Friday marked a somber day in U.S. history as the Vietnam War ended on January 27, 1973. The war ended on this day when the US and North Vietnam signed the Paris Peace Accords. This year marks 50 years of the Peace Accords. Members of...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A new short film titled ‘Cape Fear Courage’ is telling the story of communities in North Carolina fighting for contaminant-free drinking water. The groups responsible for the film teamed up with Emmy-award winning filmmakers from Peak Plastic Foundation to highlight their fight for answers.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Trillium Health Resources is delivering 1,000 gun locks to all Departments of Social Services (DSS) within its 28 county region. Trillium says they will be distributed to firearm-owning families along with education about gun safety. According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human...

OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — All things must come to an end — even a unique, once-in-a-lifetime ride. Unicyclist Avery Seuter is nearing the completion of a 2,400-mile adventure to become the first-known person to ride from Maine to Florida on the East Coast Greenway on a unicycle.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Centers for Disease control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a new online tool to help you find no-cost COVID-19 testing locations in your area. On their website, you can search for nearby location sites by entering your zip code. Once entered, the website will...

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — After leading the district for five years, the superintendent of Brunswick County Schools is taking a new job next month. Dr. Jerry Oates took on the role of Brunswick County Schools superintendent in October 2018. He joined the district in 2015 as the executive director of human resources and was promoted to associate superintendent in 2017.

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — If you’re a talented artist, New Hanover County Government wants to hear from you. They’re asking for submissions for a new art piece. The piece will be an outdoor, large-scale, public art piece displayed at the new Government Center’s ‘Front Lawn’.

TABOR CITY, NC (WWAY) — Two people have been arrested in connection to a homicide in Columbus County. 19-year-old Jalen Amari Campbell of Myrtle Beach and a 17-year-old Juvenile were arrested in Socastee, SC for allegedly killing 18-year-old Jeremiah Nyree Long. Long was a senior at South Columbus High...

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A man has been arrested for allegedly stealing items from the Lowe’s hardware store in Southport on January 14th. Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office detectives say community tips helped identify and lead to the arrest of William Richard Williams, III. Williams has been...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — There’s always a reason to look up. Thursday afternoon, ‘Fall Streak’ (or ‘Hole Punch’) clouds could be seen across the Cape Fear. The unique cloud formations are caused when an airplane flying through a supercooled cloud deck transitions part of it into ice crystals.

(CBS NEWS) — Thousands of practicing nurses in the U.S. could potentially be working with bogus academic credentials after federal officials uncovered an alleged scheme at three South Florida nursing schools. The Department of Justice said Wednesday that the schools, now closed, allegedly issued more than 7,600 fake and unearned nursing diplomas.

ROCKY POINT, NC (WWAY) — Dr. Brad Breedlove is spending the first few weeks as the superintendent of Pender County Schools listening to and learning from parents, students, and staff. While most of the meetings are being held with principals, teachers, and staff, some are open to the public...

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — If you’re experiencing a reduction in your water pressure, H2GO says not to worry. Technicians are performing maintenance on a water line Thursday evening. Work will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 3:00 a.m. Friday. H2GO says customers may experience a reduction in...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — It’s the last weekend of the month, but the fun is just beginning. From learning the ‘boot scootin’ boogie’ to a coffee crawl downtown, there’s lots of fun stuff going on. Here’s a look at ‘What’s Happening’ in the Cape...