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Back in the day, Wrightsville Beach had a proper movie theater

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From the 1940s through the early '70s, one could see a movie in a theater, balcony and all, in Wrightsville Beach.Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

Costumes, cold water and a cause: Wrightsville Plunge rings in 2026 with record turnout

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WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY-TV) – It’s News Years Day – a time that represents hope and new beginnings. On Thursday, more than a thousand people, including two reporters from WWAY, started off 2026 by taking a plunge into the Atlantic Ocean at the 11th Annual Wrightsville Plunge. Leeann Zierenberg, Jill Watson and DeeDee Greene celebrated their fourth year plunging in a unique costume. “We are Avatars, we are the good guys,” Zierenberg said. WW…Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

‘What does Christmas mean to you?’: Long-standing Wrightsville Beach holiday display adds interactive element | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A popular Christmas display in Wrightsville Beach has returned for its 12th year. Walt Laughlin’s display on Live Oak Driv ...Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

North Carolina Azalea Festival unveils official artwork for 2026

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WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The 2026 Azalea Festival is already just a few months away, and the official artwork was unveiled on Tuesday night. Created by Wilmington native Elizabeth Sheats, the artwork is called Where the Oaks Meet. This is not the first time Sheats has been involved with the festival. During high school, she was a festival belle. Festival president Michael Franklin has known Sheets for many years and was excited to choose …Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

Utility construction sparks worries about live oak tree damage on Salisbury Street

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NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — Years old live oak trees line Salisbury Street on both sides of Harbor Island. Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has begun trenching, starting on Eastwood, across Trask bridge, and onto Salisbury Street to place a new water main. Local resident, Laura Lunsford, expressed concern that the town’s treasured oak trees could be damaged by the utility’s digging. “There’s a sewer project going on, and we all understand…Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

Jimmy’s bar hosts annual bike drive to donate bikes to children in need

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NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — Jimmy’s bar in Wrightsville Beach hosted a bike drive to donate new bikes to children in need, and the new wheels rolled out in droves. This year was the eighth year of Jimmy’s bike drive. All the bikes that were donated will be given to schools, charities, and children’s homes. Owner of Jimmy’s, Jimmy Gilleece, says the drive is for bikes specifically because it can be a child’s first taste of adventure, and that…Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

Registration underway for 11th annual Wrightsville Plunge

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WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Registration is open for the 11th annual Wrightsville Plunge which benefits local youth. Participants can plunge at either noon or 12:30 p.m. on New Year’s Day at Wrightsville Beach’s Crystal Pier and there’s a ticketed after party at South End Surf Shop. Registration includes your choice of a t-shirt, trucker hat, or beanie and access to the family-friendly event that features music, games, and a costume contest.…Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach See the Story

CFPUA reminds residents of upcoming boil water advisory for portions of Wrightsville Beach

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WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has scheduled a precautionary boil water advisory for approximately 100 customers as crews work to replace broken valves on the water distribution system. The boil water advisory will start at 9 a.m. on Thursday for a portion of South Lumina Avenue and Waynick Boulevard in Wrightsville Beach. The following addresses will be impacted: 101 S. Lumina Ave. 108 to 225 S. Lumina Ave. …Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

paws4people opens nominations for 2026 Dog of the Year Contest | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WECT) – Residents can now nominate their dog for the 2026 paws4people Dog of the Year Contest. Dog nominations can be submitted until midnight, Jan. 1. You can submit a favorite photo of your dog, a $10 donation to paws4people and a statement in your dog’s voice about why they would make the perfect Dog of the Year. The contest winner will win the following: A characterization to appear on the label of a limited run of…Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

NC Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach kicks off the Christmas spirit

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Wrightsville Beach, NC (WWAY)– The North Carolina Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach has kicked off the Christmas mood with their amazing display of decorated boats soaring through the coast. The main winner this year is Josh Reda. “It feels amazing. This is the second time we have won best in show, and it is a big shock every time. We are very thankful,” said Reda. Since 1983, the Flotilla parade has helped to set the Christmas mood by havi…Wrightsville Beach · Wrightsville Beach Read Article

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Back in the day, Wrightsville Beach had a proper movie theater

Costumes, cold water and a cause: Wrightsville Plunge rings in 2026 with record turnout

‘What does Christmas mean to you?’: Long-standing Wrightsville Beach holiday display adds interactive element | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

North Carolina Azalea Festival unveils official artwork for 2026

Utility construction sparks worries about live oak tree damage on Salisbury Street

Jimmy’s bar hosts annual bike drive to donate bikes to children in need

Registration underway for 11th annual Wrightsville Plunge

CFPUA reminds residents of upcoming boil water advisory for portions of Wrightsville Beach

paws4people opens nominations for 2026 Dog of the Year Contest | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

NC Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach kicks off the Christmas spirit

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Back in the day, Wrightsville Beach had a proper movie theater

Costumes, cold water and a cause: Wrightsville Plunge rings in 2026 with record turnout

‘What does Christmas mean to you?’: Long-standing Wrightsville Beach holiday display adds interactive element | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

North Carolina Azalea Festival unveils official artwork for 2026

Utility construction sparks worries about live oak tree damage on Salisbury Street

Jimmy’s bar hosts annual bike drive to donate bikes to children in need

Registration underway for 11th annual Wrightsville Plunge

CFPUA reminds residents of upcoming boil water advisory for portions of Wrightsville Beach

paws4people opens nominations for 2026 Dog of the Year Contest | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV

NC Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach kicks off the Christmas spirit

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