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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.
Fortune Feimster, Indigo Girls, and Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs headlining CFCC’s Wilson Center this year
The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College has announce three acts coming to its stage.
Wilmington gang member sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for fentanyl distribution
A Wilmington man identified by federal authorities as a member of the United Blood Nation street gang has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina.
Surfside Beach says investigators traced $545K payment scam to contractor’s side
Surfside Beach Mayor Robert Krouse said Monday that insurance investigators have told town officials that a security breach that led to a $545,000 payment to a North Carolina company being intercepted by scammers occurred on the contractor’s side.
The Carolina Beat: Rate
On today's episode of The Carolina Beat, host Katie Sasser chats with Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional Greg Gianoplus with Rate.
Community members write 'Postcards Against PFAS'
Cape Fear River Watch, in partnership with the Cape Fear Sierra Club, hosted their second "Postcards Against PFAS" event on Monday night.
Donna Gregory’s Extraordinary People: Son of late WWAY anchor reflects on loss, growth at graduation
This graduation marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another for a young man connected to the WWAY family.
Wilmington man charged with assault with intent to kill
A Wilmington man has been arrested on multiple charges including two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill.
Former Oak Island planning director named Boiling Spring Lakes city manager
Boiling Spring Lakes has named Matt Kirkland as its new city manager.
Turkey detains 209 in raids in the capital ahead of July's NATO summit
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Security forces in Turkey have detained over 200 people with suspected links to extremist groups, including the Islamic State.