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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.
Instagram and Facebook remove posts offering abortion pills
Facebook and Instagram have begun promptly removing posts that offer abortion pills to women who may not be able to access them following a Supreme Court decision that stripped away constitutional protections for the procedure.
WFD Chief rides 600 miles through Carolinas to raise money for families of fallen first responders
Each year, the riders raise money for families of fallen firefighters, police officers and other first responders.
Burn ban issued for portions of Brunswick County, effective at 5:00 pm today
A burn ban has been issued for the unincorporated areas within Brunswick County, effective at 5:00 pm today, according the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office.
Pender County Food Coalition receives $20,000 grant to help feed "food desert" communities
The Pender County Coalition recently received a Creating New Economies Fund (CNEF) grant of $20,000 from The Conservation Fund’s Resourceful Communities program, the group announced Tuesday.
50 migrants found dead in back of tractor trailer in San Antonio
At least 50 migrants were found dead in the back of a tractor trailer in San Antonio on Monday, federal law enforcement officials confirmed to CBS News on Tuesday. Sixteen others — 12 adults and four children — were taken to local hospitals with heat-related injuries.
Pet Pals: 4-Year-Old Female Shepherd Mix Looking For A Forever Home
New Hanover County (WWAY) — This weeks pet is a four-year-old female shepherd mix. New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services staff describe her as a bit of a goofball, and they say she…
Man pleads guilty to kidnapping, raping woman in downtown Wilmington
A Fayetteville man will spend at least five years in prison for raping a woman who had been drugged in downtown Wilmington.
Belville commissioners approve $3.4M budget, property tax increase
Property owners in Belville can expect their taxes to go up for the upcoming fiscal year.
MCAS New River to conduct emergency response exercise
JACKSONVILLE, NC (WWAY) – Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River will partner with local emergency services to conduct Exercise Vigilant Response, June 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on MCAS New River. The local community can expect the…