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Your photos at Disney World could end up at Smithsonian Institute
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History wants copies of your trips to Walt Disney World.
Don't judge a restaurant by its wait time: Omicron variant burns local eateries
The Omicron variant is making an already challenging year even harder for restaurants across the Cape Fear. Even the most successful shops in Wilmington say supply shortages, staffing issues, and price increases are burning local eateries.
Cameron Art Museum announces winter programs
The Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington is kicking off the new year with a huge list of programming for children and adults. The events include Martin Luther King holiday programming for kids, homeschooling help, painting classes, readings, yoga, and the return of Jazz@cam.
Cameron Art Museum Floating Lantern Ceremony returns Sunday
The Cameron Art Musuem's Floating Lantern Ceremony is Sunday, January 9 on the museum's grounds.
Shenandoah set to perform at Odell Williamson Auditorium
Country music megastars Shenandoah will bring 'The Every Road Tour' to Brunswick Community College's Odell Williamson Auditorium on January 15.
NC trooper, detained driver killed in Rutherford County traffic crash
Two people including a state highway patrol trooper were killed in a traffic crash Monday night.
John Madden, Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster, dies at 85
He also was the name behind the hugely popular sports video game, “Madden NFL Football.”
CFPUA announces holiday hours
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority will be closed for New Year's Eve on Friday, December 31.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots grow again
Tonight you have a chance to win more than 378 million dollars in the Powerball drawing. It has a cash value of nearly 276 million.
Military and vets don't need to 'Go It Alone' over the holidays
Coastal Horizons and the nonprofit Save A Vet Now (SAVN) are working to help veterans and military members get outpatient treatment services. SAVN has a special account to cover any co-pay or self-pay costs for treatment at its Brunswick, New Hanover, or Pender outpatient locations.
Saint Nicholas Foundation is helping Santa load his bag for kids, elderly in a record number of counties
The Saint Nicholas Foundation is spreading cheer near and far to make sure no child or elderly person is forgotten at the holidays. The foundation gives toys and gifts to more than 500 people in six states.
Candy Cane Garden Party, Winterfest celebrate holidays in Southport
The Southport Candy Cane Garden Party kicks off at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Keziah Park in downtown Southport. It features candy canes decorated by local businesses, organizations, and individuals. The event is free and includes hot chocolate and entertainment.
Orlando Jones headlines Family Promise 25th Anniversary Low Country Boil
Family Promise of the Lower Cape Fear looks to a world in which every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a better future. It is celebrating 25 years of providing case management, transitional housing, and emergency shelter to families in need. The 25th Anniversary Celebration Low Country Boil has a happy hour, dinner, and entertainment from comedian Orlando Jones.
2022 Azalea Festival Chefs' Showcase tickets on sale now
The 2022 North Carolina Azalea Festival has a signature event before spring arrives. The 2022 Chef's Showcase will bring together five chefs from around the state to the Hotel Ballast in January.
Wrightsville Beach Board of Alderman considering doubling fines for pet waste violations
The issue was discussed on Tuesday during a meeting of the Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen, where officials considered increasing the fine for failing to pick up after a dog from $250 to $500 anywhere within town limits.
Pet nutrition matters: Veterinarians say diet can improve pet health
As temperatures climb into the 90's this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners that keeping animals healthy involves more than providing shade and water. They say proper nutrition can play a major role in a pet's overall well-being.
Pender County Museum preserves more than a century of local history inside Burgaw’s oldest brick building
BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — Housed inside a 1917 former private residence, the Pender County Museum stands as the oldest brick…
Endowment explains Community Advisory Council role and new member appointments
The New Hanover Community Endowment has appointed seven new members to its Community Advisory Council, a group that serves as a connection between the organization and the community it supports.
WPD offers inside look at crime-fighting surveillance video after downtown shooting
In the wake of a deadly shooting in downtown Wilmington early Saturday morning, the Wilmington Police Department is providing a closer look at the technology it uses to support officers and monitor activity across the city.
Defense Challenges Evidence in Double-Murder Trial
The state's case against Omonte Bell and Dyrell Green continued Tuesday as prosecutors moved deeper into the third week of testimony in a New Hanover County double-murder trial.
Trial for the man charged in Ukrainian woman's killing on train is delayed for mental health reasons
A man charged in the fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on a North Carolina commuter train cannot currently stand trial because of his mental illness and will undergo medical treatment to try to restore his competency, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
Little River Band bringing 50th anniversary tour to CFCC's Wilson Center
Little River Band will bring its 50 Years and More Tour to Wilmington later this year, performing at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center.
NHCS Superintendent responds after controversial quote in Hoggard graduation speech
New Hanover County Schools Superintendent Christopher Barnes says the district is reviewing its graduation speech procedures following controversy surrounding a quote used during Hoggard High School's commencement ceremony.