1+ week, 3+ day ago   (742+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Riverfest 2026 has been canceled, organizers announced Wednesday, citing concerns about the proposed layout for the downtown festival. The 2026 Riverfest was scheduled for Oct. 3-4. Organizers said the decision followed months of discussions with the City of Wilmington…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (410+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — As fans around the world remember Dolly Parton following news of her death, a nearly 45-year-old letter from a UNCW campus publication is offering a remarkable glimpse into the country music icon’s history in Wilmington. The letter,…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (96+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A section of 16th Street is closed in Wilmington following a car crash that brought down power lines. According to the Wilmington Police Department, 16th Street is closed between Greenfield Street and Robin Hood Road as officers and utility…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (282+ words) RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at increasing housing opportunities and improving affordability across North Carolina as the state faces a growing housing shortage and rising costs. Executive Order No. 36 directs state cabinet agencies…...

4+ mon, 1+ day ago   (179+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Around 200 people gathered Saturday morning at The Pointe at Barclay for the Parkinson’s Beat It 5K and 1 Mile event supporting people living with Parkinson’s disease. The race began at 8 a.m. outside Brunches at The Pointe and benefited…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (327+ words) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Dry conditions across North Carolina are creating growing challenges for farmers as they get ready to harvest their crops, but one local farm is bucking the trend. Lewis Nursery and Farms, Inc. in Wilmington is drawing crowds with…...