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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.
Avelo Airlines adds destination from ILM to Fort Lauderdale
Avelo Airlines is expanding its service from Wilmington with the addition of a fourth destination, this time to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Carolina Beach Ferris Wheel back up and running
It was lights out for the Carolina Beach Ferris Wheel after lightning put the nearly 100- foot attraction out of commission.
Toys for Tots gets start on annual campaign weeks ahead of schedule
The non-profit has been helping families in need since 1947, organizers said in spite of a very successful drive last year, the need was greater than the supply.
Newly named chancellor talks successes, goals for UNCW ahead of fall semester
As students prepare to return to UNCW for the fall semester, a new chancellor has already assumed his new role ahead of the school year.
Leland planning board may no longer have say in large developments coming to the town
LELAND, NC (WWAY) -- The Leland planning board may no longer have a vote in large developments coming to the town. During a meeting tonight, the board hesitantly voted to recommend a change to an existing ordinance to town council.…
Report: Woman sets fire to wrong home when trying to get back at ex-boyfriend
ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV) - A woman who may have been trying to send a message to an ex-boyfriend apparently targeted the wrong house in an arson case being investigated by the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office. According to the report,…
As buzz builds for $830 million Mega Millions jackpot, here's how lottery funds are spent
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- As the excitement grows ahead of Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing, Khaly Seck is feeling positive. "This is a big jackpot man. And I want to get it," said Seck. A big jackpot translates into big…
EXPLAINER: How do we know when a recession has begun?
WASHINGTON (AP) — By one common definition, the U.S. economy is on the cusp of a recession. Yet, that definition isn’t the one that counts. On Thursday, when the government estimates the gross domestic product for the April-June period, some…
Climate disinformation leaves lasting mark as world heats
Wildfires, floods and soaring temperatures have made climate change real to many Americans. Yet a sizeable number continue to dismiss the scientific consensus that human activity is to blame. That's in part because of a decades-long campaign by fossil fuel…