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Opening date announced for Hampstead Sheetz location
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The wait is almost over for fans of Sheetz convenience stores. The company’s first Wilmington-area location is set to open for business on July 9th. The store is located at 17000 US Highway 17 in Hampstead, not far from Topsail High School. While...
911 call audio provides more details in fatal shooting of a juvenile on Teresa Drive
Audio from two 911 calls provides more information in the fatal shooting of a juvenile in Wilmington. Around 5:30 p.m. on June 19, 2024, a shooting in the 2200 block of Teresa Drive left one 17-year-old male dead, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office. Following an investigation, including witness testimony, detectives with the sheriff's office arrested three 17-year-olds in connection with the crime.
Coastal BUDS to host iCan Bike Camp
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Coastal Bringing Up Down Syndrome is set to host its iCan Bike Camp from July 22 to 26 at the First Baptist Church Activity Center in Wilmington. “iCan Bike Camp is a week-long program for individuals ages 8 and up with disabilities. Each rider learns to ride a two-wheel bicycle with the help of iCan Shine-trained instructors and volunteers. Coastal BUDS is seeking volunteers to support riders. Thirty individuals with disabilities and more than 60 volunteers are expected to participate in the camp,” a Coastal BUDS announcement states.
City of Wilmington setting up for annual Independence Day Fireworks show
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Wednesday afternoon, WWAY stopped by the area where workers loaded up fireworks for the city of Wilmington’s Fourth of July celebration Thursday night. This year, on the border of New Hanover County, they are using a “Wilmington only” firework crew to create the display....
Mistrial declared for some charges of man arrested in 2021 Monkey Junction shooting
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - On July 3, the judge declared a mistrial in the case of Uriah Butcher, a man charged with accessory after the fact in a shooting at Bennett Village Apartments back in Nov. 2021, according to District Attorney Ben David. 19-year-old Quashawn Pearsall was killed in the...
Wilmington Water Tours can continue operations from Riverwalk dock, judge rules
Wilmington Water Tours will be allowed to continue operating from a dock along the Cape Fear River after a judge's ruling Wednesday. Dozens of community members gathered at the New Hanover County Courthouse Wednesday for a pivotal hearing central to a lawsuit poised to effect the business' operations. Wilmington Water...
Despite Superintendent's Firing, School Career Program Expected To Continue
The fallout from Tuesday’s firing of New Hanover County Schools Superintendent Charles Foust is not expected to include the end of a career development program for middle schoolers. In November, officials with the Wilmington Chamber Foundation announced they’d be able to expand a career development program to more New...
Fourth of July events and more happening this weekend!
WILMINGTON, N.C. (CAPE FEAR WEEKEND) - There’s so much happening this Fourth of July weekend in the Cape Fear!. If you haven’t been to the North Carolina Fourth of July Festival in Southport yet, then it’s not too late. This over 200 year old tradition started with their events on Friday, June 28th and happen through the Fourth. Click here to learn more about this festival.
‘It’s a really lovely, laid-back vibe’
13th annual Surfalorus Film Festival coming to Jennette’s Pier in September. In the 1990s, Zach Hanner, one of the founding members of the Cucalorus Film Festival in Wilmington, started watching old classic VHS tapes of surf films. He was particularly drawn to the works of Bruce Brown, the creator of “Endless Summer,” which were more artsy compared to the typical frantic, punk rock-infused surf films of that era.
Wilmington police looking for missing man
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department announced that it is looking for 39-year-old Johnny Earls. Per the WPD, Earls is 5′11″ tall, weighs 201 pounds and has brown hair with blue eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Wilmington Police Department at (910) 343-3609.
Audio Advice Acquires The Audio Lab
Audio Advice has announced the acquisition of The Audio Lab, which has been serving the coastal Carolinas from its Wilmington store for over 30 years. “We are super excited to welcome The Audio Lab and its terrific team to the Audio Advice family. We believe this combination will allow us to provide the best of both companies to customers throughout the Carolinas,” says Scott Newnam, CEO of Audio Advice.
Tech Talk: Protecting your phone while out and about this summer
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – With summer in full swing and the Fourth of July right around the corner, more and more people are spending time outdoors. Jessica Holt, with UScellular, spoke with WECT about tips and tricks to protect your phone from the elements while out and about. Like...
As public raises concerns, New Hanover Community Endowment sets priorities, searches for CEO
Affordable housing and education were two of the main issues the New Hanover Community Endowment's board members addressed during a public information session in June. New Hanover County community members as well as local government officials gathered at GLOW Academy, a girl's leadership academy in Wilmington, to hear an update from the organization that was created after the sale of the county-owned New Hanover Regional Medical Center to Novant Health in 2020.
Here are the top 8 Wilmington-area high school football games to watch in 2024
The high school football season in the Wilmington area will be underway before we know it, and this season is one of vengeance. All area teams play a nearly identical schedule to 2023, and revenge games will be present from the start. As always, the Mideastern Conference features three nonconference games followed by seven...
For 17 years, this Wilmington group has helped support the local transgender community
Being your authentic self often comes with challenges, but if you're a person who happens to be transgender, those challenges — everything from personal safety and health issues to societal ignorance and even hostility — can be especially daunting. In Southeastern North Carolina, one of the groups that...
Avelo Airlines extending east coast flight schedule through January 7
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Avelo Airlines announced on July 2 that it is extending its east coast flight schedule through Jan. 7, 2025. This includes the flights from and to the Wilmington International Airport and:. Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (FLL) Tampa, Fla. (TPA) New Haven, Conn. (HVN) Washington, D.C. / Baltimore,...
Vaping regulations, DMV changes among bills signed by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed four bills Wednesday that include the creation of a new registry for vaping products and a slew of changes related to transportation laws and the state DMV. Cooper also vetoed two other bills ahead of his anticipated participation with...
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