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Southeastern Community College honors adult education graduates in Chadbourn
4+ hour, 7+ min ago (311+ words) CHADBOURN, NC (WWAY) " Southeastern Community College's Transitional Studies program recognized 22 graduates during a ceremony June 4, highlighting students who completed high school equivalency requirements while balancing work, family and other responsibilities. College officials said the program is designed to provide flexible…...
Hoggard graduation speech sparks controversy and on-stage interruption
12+ hour, 38+ min ago (507+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " A graduation speech delivered by a valedictorian at Hoggard High School has sparked controversy after a quote used during the address was linked to rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. The controversy stems from the school's…...
Hoggard graduate remembers late mother Donna Gregory on graduation day
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (224+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " Hundreds of seniors from Hoggard High School celebrated graduation Saturday afternoon, marking the end of their high school careers and the beginning of a new chapter. Family members and friends filled Trask Coliseum at the University of…...
Former students reunite with retired Pender County teacher whose impact spanned generations
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (456+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " Nearly 50 former students gathered at a Wilmington home Saturday to celebrate a retired Pender County educator whose influence extended far beyond the classroom. At 81 years old, retired science teacher and coach Jack Best welcomed former students from…...
UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor visits Wilmington during eastern North Carolina tour
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (167+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)" One of UNC-Chapel Hill's top leaders made a stop in the Port City on Saturday morning. UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Lee Robersts spent the day in Wilmington as part of a summer tour across eastern North Carolina. The…...
New principal announced for West Pender Middle School
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (215+ words) PENDER COUNTY, NC" (WWAY) " Pender County Schools has announced that Dr. Ashley Goodlett has been named principal of West Pender Middle School. A native of Pender County, Dr. Goodlett brings more than 17 years of experience in education along with a…...
Children's Museum of Wilmington makes Sensory Sundays free through end of 2026
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (358+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " Families seeking a welcoming and accessible museum experience for children with sensory, developmental, and physical needs will have the opportunity to attend Sensory Sunday events free of charge for the remainder of 2026 at the Children's Museum of…...
New Hanover Community Endowment answers public's questions on education, housing and arts funding
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (349+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " The New Hanover Community Endowment held its semiannual public meeting Wednesday evening, providing residents an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the organization's work, including a recently announced proposal that could provide significant funding for…...
CFCC expands fall course offerings in high-demand skilled trades programs
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (243+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " Students seeking flexible training opportunities in high-demand careers will have more options this fall as Cape Fear Community College expands course offerings across several technical and workforce programs. The new offerings include both daytime and evening classes…...
Children's Museum of Wilmington to host free Sensory Sunday event
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (141+ words) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) " Families of children with sensory sensitivities are invited to enjoy a more comfortable museum experience this weekend during the return of Sensory Sunday at the Children's Museum of Wilmington. The event will be held Sunday, June 7, from…...