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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.
North Carolina authorities taking action to stop illegal alcohol shipping
The cease-and-desist letters give the offenders 30 days to provide a receipt or otherwise show that applicable NC state taxes have been paid. Otherwise, it will be considered presumptive evidence of guilt.
Plein Air Festival attracts art lovers to Southport with Hispanic flair
The 2022 Southport Plein Air Festival kicks off Friday and promises a variety of entertainment for attendees.
Second home in 24 hours collapses into the ocean along the Outer Banks
Cape Hatteras National Seashore confirmed reports this morning of an unoccupied house collapse on Ocean Drive in Rodanthe.
NC Driver steers school bus into ditch to avoid gunshots
Police say a North Carolina school bus driver steered his vehicle into a ditch to avoid gunfire and no one on the bus was hurt.
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office searching for missing teen
The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is looking for 13-year-old Smyrah Evans, who they say went missing on Monday.
One person in custody after early morning fire at building in Surf City
Crews from at least 4 agencies responded to an early morning fire at the old Blizzard's Motel in Surf City.
Pet Pals: 4-year-old male lab mix looking for forever home
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — THIS WEEK'S PET PAL IS A 4-YEAR-OLD NEUTERED MALE LAB MIX NAMED HARLEY. NEW HANOVER SHERIFF'S OFFICE ANIMAL SERVICES STAFF DESCRIBE HIM AS…
NCDEQ holds public meeting to talk well-sampling in the Lower Cape Fear
A panel from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality held a public meeting on Monday evening at UNCW inside Lumina Theater.
Wilmington doctor deploying to Eastern Europe to treat servicemembers, refugees
A doctor in Wilmington is deploying overseas to help treat service members and refugees involved in the conflict in Ukraine.