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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.
Flyers, subway riders shed masks: 'Feel free to burn them'
The judge’s decision Monday freed airlines, airports and mass transit systems to make their own decisions about mask requirements, resulting in a mix of responses.
Bridge naming ceremony held for fallen firefighter
The family of the late Ronald “Ron” Phillip Allen Jr. joined NCDOT, Bladen County officials and the Sheriff’s Office at the Tar Heel Volunteer Fire Dept. in honoring Allen, killed in 2006. The twin N.C. 87 bridges over Reedy Meadow Swamp north of Dublin are now named after him.
YWCA Announces Red Dress Exhibit by Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women's Movement
YWCA Lower Cape Fear and its Advocacy & Racial Justice Committee announce the Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women’s (MMIW) Movement Red Dress Exhibit to be held from April 28 through May 31 at various locations through the four counties YWCA’s serves — Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, and Pender.
Powerball celebrates 30th anniversary, game has raised $1.1B for NC education
The Powerball game celebrates its 30th anniversary this week as North Carolinians get the chance to play for a life-changing jackpot that now stands at $370 million.
Holden Beach requests proposals from food truck vendors
The Town of Holden Beach is soliciting proposals for food truck vendors to provide services at the Town owned oceanfront pier property located at 441 Ocean Boulevard West for the period between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend 2022.
Tabor City narcotics investigation leads to arrest
TABOR CITY, NC (WWAY) – During the month of April 2022, Columbus County Sheriff’s Office Vice-Narcotics Unit initiated an investigation into narcotics activity occurring on Tillman Avenue, Tabor…
Work on Wilmington gets underway at non-profits and schools in the community
With the help of hundreds of volunteers, the Leadership Wilmington Class of 2022 will take on nearly 30 individual projects with one common goal: Make Wilmington a better place to live.
Man on 5,000 mile cross-country bicycle ride for Breast Cancer drives through Wilmington
Al Reszel, 63, will be riding through Wilmington today as he continues his 5,000-mile cross-country journey in support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) and Pink Pedals 4 A Cure: Terry’s Ride.
Department of Labor seeking compensation and benefits for nuclear weapons industry workers
WASHINGTON (NEWS RELEASE) – The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking nominations for membership on the Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health for Part E of the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act. The board advises the…