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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.
Britt's Donuts opening marks the beginning of Carolina Beach's busy tourism season
Friday, Carolina Beach's boardwalk came alive, as Britt's Donuts sold some of its first doughy delicacies of the season. It's the beginning of summer for some, and typically the unofficial start of Carolina Beach's tourism season.
Sarah Palin files paperwork to run in Alaska US House race
The winner will serve the rest of the late-U.S. Rep. Don Young’s term, which expires in January.
Judge upholds Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking conviction
NEW YORK (AP) — A U.S. judge refused to throw out Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking conviction Friday, despite a juror’s failure to disclose before the trial began that he’d been a victim of childhood sexual abuse. Maxwell, a British socialite,…
Kids Day at Franklin Square Park
Kids of all ages are invited to Southport’s Franklin Square Park on Saturday, April 23, for a day of fun with the arts. The annual Kids Day in the Park will run from 11 AM until 2 PM and all activities are free.
Wilmington Visitors Bureau optimistic strong Spring Break numbers a sign of things to come
Businesses across the Cape Fear were dealt a major blow before Spring Break two years ago with the start of the pandemic. After a bounce back season last year, many were hopeful for an even better 2022 Spring Break.
WFD receives new fire insurance rating
The Wilmington Fire Department celebrated a historic moment on Friday, seeing an increase in its fire insurance rating.
Decrease in reported UNCW student illegal drug use
UNCW says there are less students being charged and suspended due to drug use this year in comparison to previous years.
148 years ago, Wilmington began longest continuous set of complete weather observations in NC
148 years ago today, Wilmington began the longest continuous set of complete weather observations, being tracked each of the 54,056 days since.
Boating Safety Poster Contest for Students
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) -- The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Associated Artists of Southport at Franklin Square Gallery will host a student poster contest about boating safety and protecting marine mammals. The contest winners and participants will be…