KURE BEACH, NC (WECT) -  It's not often that folks get to do what they love and help others at the same time, but a CFCC business professor is finding a way to just that one day at a time.

Ben Shaw loves to surf. He also loves to help those with disabilities to experience the joys that surfing allows.

He is currently days away from finishing a year long journey of surfing everyday for charity.

Shaw volunteers with Ocean Cure. The group helps anyone from Wounded Warriors to children battling ALS.

"I saw first and the healing powers of the ocean…to see a smile come on a kid's face for the first time in who knows how long is special," he said.

Shaw says not all days were good to surf, but he tries to catch at least three every time he goes out.  

If you want to donate to his cause, you can visit his website at Bens365waves.wordpress.com.

CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WECT) – In honor of the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce’s 75th birthday, a celebration will take place Sunday, May 5, according to a chamber of commerce spokesperson.

The extravaganza will take place at the Ft. Fisher Air Force recreation area in Kure Beach from 2 to 4 p.m.

Attendees are invited to bring chairs, blankets picnics and coolers as they enjoy the music of Motown band EnVision.

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT/WSFX) – Bullying is getting a lot of attention these days in our schools, online and even in the workplace.

WECT and Fox Wilmington are teaming up with the Wilmington Police Department to take this issue head-on.

We’re co-hosting a public screening of the documentary Bully, free of charge at Thalian Hall April 18. The showing starts at 7:00 p.m.

While the event is free, you will need to get a ticket so we know how many people to expect.

You can pick up a ticket at the TV station, located at 322 Shipyard Boulevard, the Thalian Hall Box Office, or the Wilmington Police Department.

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