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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.
New Hanover County Board of Commissioners discusses budget for the next fiscal year
New Hanover County’s Board of Commissioners met with county staff to discuss the budget for the next fiscal year on Thursday.
Local churches hold services for Maundy Thursday
Today is Maundy Thursday, or as some call it "Holy Thursday".
Elon Musk wants to buy Twitter, make it 'maximally trusted'
(AP) - Tesla CEO Elon Musk has offered to buy Twitter outright. He says the social media platform “needs to be transformed” from his perspective as a self-identified “free-speech absolutist.” Musk is currently Twitter's biggest individual shareholder. The company says…
New development center geared toward students interested in a trade now open in Bolivia
A ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for a new development center happened Thursday morning.
She ROCKS nonprofit hosts its 8th annual luncheon benefiting ovarian cancer research
The ovarian cancer non-profit "She ROCKS" hosted its 8th annual fundraising luncheon at the Wilmington Convention Center.
Wave Transit wins ‘Transit System of the Year’
WILMINGTON, NC – Wave Transit was named ‘Transit System of the Year’ at the 2022 North Carolina Public Transportation Association (NCPTA) conference. The honor is awarded to one urban transit system annually for its creation, expansion, or innovation of transportation…
Town of Belville seeks public input for grant to extend the Brunswick Riverwalk Trail
BELVILLE, NC (WWAY) -- The Town of Belville is applying to the NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) to extend the Brunswick Riverwalk Trail. The existing Riverwalk Trail is at the Brunswick Riverwalk Park. It is a 0.63 mile-long…
It's a good time to submit soil samples to N.C Department of Agriculture
RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) - Spring brings our lawns and gardens alive from the winter. Spring is also an excellent time to submit your soil samples to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services soil testing lab for lime and…
'Red, White and Blue Shrimparoo' fundraiser coming to Southport
The N.C. Fourth of July Festival invites the community to the Red, White & Blue Shrimparoo, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. May 1st at The American Fish Company in Southport.