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Nationwide ground stop halts departures from Wilmington International Airport

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Departures from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) were halted Friday, Nov. 13, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed a nationwide ground stop. The airport was still accepting arriving flights, ILM Airport Director Jeff Bourk told WECT. Airlines were notifying passengers, and Bourk advised anyone with a...

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NCDEQ awards $1.8M for public beach and coastal access

NCDEQ has awarded more than $1.8 million in grants to support public access to beaches and coastal waters.

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Wilson Center announces 2027 music, comedy performances

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College has announced three performances for 2027, including a concert featuring Texas singer-songwriters Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll. The lineup also includes the Bored Teachers comedy tour and comedian Henry Cho’s “It’s What I Do” tour....

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Al’s Burger Shack announces plans for new Wilmington location

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Al’s Burger Shack is planning to open a new restaurant in Wilmington, expanding its presence in the Cape Fear region. The restaurant will be located at 1111 Center Point Drive, Suite 131, in the new Center Point development. The location will include an outdoor patio.

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Capt'n Bill's Signs $1.7M Deal for Second Volleyball Spot in Holly Ridge

Capt'n Bill's Backyard Grill, the Wilmington volleyball bar and brewery that's been pouring beer and running sand courts since 1992, is bringing its second location to Holly Ridge. Co-owner Brookes Musser has signed papers to purchase 12 acres along U.S. Highway 17 South for $1.7 million, with the goal of opening by the end of 2027.

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Wilmington brewery, credit union team up to support veterans through craft beer

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A Wilmington brewery and credit union are teaming up to support local veterans through a special craft beer collaboration, with a community networking event planned for Thursday evening. REV Federal Credit Union and the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce are hosting a BizMix event at...

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Wilmington & Beaches to Host 2026 Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K/5K

Wilmington and its island beaches will welcome athletes, spectators and their families for one of the region’s premier race weekends in mid-November. The 2026 Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K/5K will take place on Sunday, November 15 and is expected to draw thousands of participants to the destination, showcasing Wilmington’s historic downtown, scenic riverfront and vibrant community.

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New Restaurant Channels Greek Isles

A new, coastal-inspired Greek restaurant is the latest culinary endeavor from Giorgios Hospitality Group. Opa by Giorgios opened to the public in early November on the northern waterfront in downtown Wilmington. Restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias has opened four other restaurants in the Wilmington area in recent years – Kipos Hellenic Cuisine,...

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INTERVIEW: Cucalorus Film Festival returns to Wilmington for 32nd year

Cucalorus is taking over downtown Wilmington this fall for four days of film, performance and conversation during its 32nd annual film festival.

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Museum of Coastal Carolina to host holiday celebration in Ocean Isle Beach

OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The Museum of Coastal Carolina is inviting families to celebrate the holiday season with hands-on activities, festive crafts and a special visit from Pirate Claus. The museum will host its “HoliDAY at the Museum” event on Friday, Nov. 27, from 10 a.m. to...

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Michelin Found This North Carolina Pizza Hiding Behind a Tiny Alley Window

Some of the best meals in North Carolina start with a little confusion, like wondering if you are even in the right spot. You follow your nose past shops and murals, and suddenly there is a small walk-up window with a wood-fired oven glowing behind it. The pizza that comes...

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Southport residents discuss noise concerns, support for live music at town hall

SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - Residents, musicians and business owners filled the Southport Community Building for a town hall on the city’s noise ordinance, sharing concerns about noise while voicing support for live music. Several speakers said live music is an important part of Southport’s culture and local economy. Others...

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Jessica Chastain reflects on filming in Wilmington ahead of new Netflix movie ‘Heartland’

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Oscar-winning actress Jessica Chastain is returning to the world of country music in her new Netflix film, “Heartland.” But while promoting the movie in New York City, she also had some kind words for a place she knows well: Wilmington, North Carolina. WWAY’s...

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The documentary asking who pays for the Cape Fear River’s forever chemicals

This line, spoken by a Wilmington, N.C. resident in the documentary “GenX: The Saga of Forever Chemicals,” set the tone for the film’s campus screening on Oct. 16. For families along the Cape Fear River, the water they trusted for decades turned out to carry harmful substances that never break down.

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Brunswick Arts Council announces new arts hub opening in Ocean Isle Beach in 2027

OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The Brunswick Arts Council is preparing to open a new creative space in Ocean Isle Beach in 2027, giving local artists a place to create, showcase their work and connect with the community. The nonprofit organization announced plans for “The Hub for Arts,”...

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Southport man sets 1st state record for Unicorn Filefish

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WITN) - A Southport man was the first to set the state record for Unicorn Filefish. The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries says Jim Bickerstaff caught a 6-pound, 1.6-ounce fish on September 29. It measured 25.5 inches long and had a 17-inch girth. Bickerstaff landed the...

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10 North Carolina Fabric Shops Where Quilters Lose Track of Time Among Walls of Bolts

You pull into a plain little parking lot, expecting a quick stop for a spool of thread. Then the door swings open, and suddenly you are surrounded by color stacked floor to ceiling, and your afternoon quietly disappears. North Carolina is full of these unassuming quilt shops that turn a...

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WILMYWOOD market to celebrate Wilmington’s film history, pop culture and local artists

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Movie lovers and pop culture fans will have a chance to celebrate Wilmington’s film history at a special market featuring local artists, collectibles and cosplay. Geeks & Freaks ILM is hosting its WILMYWOOD market on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. at...

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Behind the Gilded Doors: The Secrets of “Peregrine Hill”

Peregrine Hill is a Gilded Age novel that reads like a work by Edith Wharton, navigating the complexities of the age; it has drama, it has an arranged (dare I say forced?) marriage, it has family secrets, and above all, it is a well-written work of fiction. The Bishop family...

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