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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.
City of Wilmington unveils fast charge stations for electric vehicles
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- The City of Wilmington is building upon its commitment to create a more sustainable future, unveiling the first publicly available electric vehicle fast chargers in Downtown Wilmington and the first that are non-proprietary and usable by…
Jengo's Playhouse grand reveal ribbon cutting tonight
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Today at 4:00 PM, a ribbon cutting with Mayor Bill Saffo and key Cucalorians celebrate the extensive renovations completed on the Cucalorus creative campus during the past two years. Tours of the four main buildings of…
Call for Alzheimer’s Association education volunteers in coastal NC counties
The Eastern North Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is expanding its team of volunteers to serve individuals and families in Brunswick, Carteret, Craven, New Hanover, Onslow and Pender counties.
Red Cross of eastern NC announces virtual ball
The 31st Annual Red Cross Ball will be a virtual event on Saturday, March 26, from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Leland Planning Board recommends council approve amendment for controversial riverfront development
The Leland Planning Board approved a text amendment on Tuesday night that would allow the construction of a controversial riverfront development.
Cape Fear Distillery's 'Cape Fear Rum' to be served aboard Carnival cruises
Cape Fear Distillery announced that their Cape Fear Rum has been selected to sail on Carnival Cruise Line starting March 22nd of this year.
'It's gonna be a heck of a party': City, county leaders proclaim Azalea Festival Season
Spring has sprung, the azaleas are blooming, and city and county leaders officially declared 'Azalea Festival Season' on Tuesday afternoon.
Judge ends lengthy conservatorship for actor Amanda Bynes
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor Amanda Bynes was released Tuesday from a court conservatorship that put her life and financial decisions in her parents' control for nearly nine years. Ventura County Superior Court Judge Roger Lund terminated the conservatorship at…
Wrightsville Beach attempts to clarify confusion over "new" beach bicycle rules
A recent Facebook post by the Wrightsville Beach Police Department about beach bike rules is causing frustration. The town says it's all a big misunderstanding.