New Hanover, Pender County is under Tornado Warning until 5 p.m.
New Hanover and Pender County are currently under a Tornado Warning, until 5 p.m. Affected areas include Murraysville, Ogden, Hampstead, and Kings Grant.
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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.
Local Rocky Point teacher receives Milken Educator Award
PENDER COUNTY (WWAY) -- On Tuesday at Rocky Point Elementary School, teacher Jennifer Barnette was the recipient of a prestigious award in North Carolina. Since…
Reaction to man sentenced to nearly 50 years prison after found guilty in 1996 rape case
A man found guilty in a 1996 rape case, will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars. On Tuesday, December 13, a judge sentenced 61-year-old Timothy Iannone to between 49 and 59 years in prison, after he was found guilty of first degree rape and first degree kidnapping .
North Carolina begins Booze It and Lose It again today
(WILMINGTON, NC) WWAY-- The “Booze It and Lose It” campaign began today again in North Carolina. The effort is NC’s largest impaired driving campaign,…
Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act, enshrining marriage equality in federal law
President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act on Tuesday at a triumphant White House ceremony, enshrining federal recognition of same-sex and interracial marriages into federal law for the first time.
Wilmington Fire Department delivers food items to local non-profit
Thanks to the generosity of the department and the community, Nourish NC received nearly 1,300 pounds of food.
Carolina Beach Detective recognized for digital forensic examination training
A Carolina Beach Police Department Detective has been recognized by the U.S. Secret Service’s National Computer Forensics Institute.
New Hanover County Fire Rescue hosting Holiday Storytime
New Hanover County Fire Rescue is holding a special holiday event this Saturday.
Bladen Offroad announces basketball Holiday Tournament
BLADENBORO, N.C. (WWAY) - West Bladen High School would like to announce the return of the tenth annual Bladen Offroad Christmas Tournament at West Bladen on December 28, 29 and 30. We are excited to have Bladen Offroad back as…