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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.
Candidates for New Hanover County Board of Commissioners react to primary election results
WWAY spoke with candidates for the New Hanover County Commission, Tom Toby and Rob Zapple, about receiving the highest number of votes for their respective parties last night.
Retailers warn on Visa, Mastercard fee hikes
NEW YORK, NY (CNN) -- Businesses are blaming credit and debit cards for higher prices at some stores. Credit card giants Visa and Mastercard raised their interchange rates, also called "swipe fees", last month. Merchants pay the fees to banks…
Wrightsville Beach lifeguards train for their busiest season yet
Memorial Day is less than two weeks away, marking the unofficial start of summer. Wednesday, beachgoers watched as Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue got ready for a busy beach season, training new lifeguards.
Victim, suspect identified in deadly Kure Beach shooting
The victim and suspect in a deadly shooting have been identified as Kure Beach residents.
75-year-old restaurant staple coming back to Wrightsville Beach
A Wrightsville Beach staple and the oldest restaurant in New Hanover County many worried could be gone for good will return in August.
Fort Bragg employee sentenced to 42 month imprisonment for illegal bribes
A Fayetteville man was sentenced today to 42 months for receiving bribes in his role as a purchasing agent while employed at Ft. Bragg.
UPDATE: One injured in accidental Chadbourn motel explosion and fire
Several fire departments on the scene of an explosion and fire at a Chadbourn motel has left one person injured.
Lane shift in 2100 block of Market Street for emergency water repair
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- A lane in the 2100 block of Market Street is temporarily closed for an emergency water repair, effective immediately Wednesday, May 18. The outermost eastbound lane of Market Street is closed to traffic between South 21st Street…
South Columbus High School altercation between students leads to investigation
An altercation between two male students occurred at South Columbus High School during lunch.