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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.
USDA-RD state director participates in ribbon-cutting at Whiteville High
WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WWAY) – USDA Rural Development State Director Reginald Speight participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Whiteville High School in Columbus County today. Columbus County utilized $14 million in Community Facility Loan Funds to demolish and reconstruct a 72…
Coastal Horizons Center to host W.H.A.T fundraiser at Landfall Country Club
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. announced it will host a fundraiser for Wilmington Health Access for Teens (WHAT) of Coastal Horizons, Power of the Purse, this Wednesday, March 23rd at 5:30 p.m. at the Country Club of Landfall.…
Miracle League opens baseball season over the weekend
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - On a beautiful Saturday at the Miracle League field, everybody was winning. More than 200 All-Starts hit the field with their teams for the first time of the spring season. Read more below from Miracle League…
Dozens rally downtown Wilmington in support of Ukraine
The New Hanover Chapter of the Black Leadership Caucus and Woman Organizing for Wilmington partnered to host the Rally for Ukraine City-Wide Day of Pray for World Peace in Wilmington at Innes Park.
Azalea Festival Children's Tea returns after 3-year hiatus
Kids dressed in their best attire and toting teddy bears turned out Sunday for a spring afternoon tea at the annual Azalea Festival Children's Tea.
UPDATE: Crews extinguish large woods fire near Brunswick Forest
Several fire departments responded to a large woods fire in Brunswick County on Sunday evening.
How inflation and gas prices are affecting the housing market
Buying a home is already a challenge, but now new economic factors threaten to make the market even more competitive.
Italy baker makes 'peace' bread, sweets for Ukraine refugees
A small bakery in northern Italy is trying to do its part to help Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion.
Authorities: Virginia reporter among 2 killed in shooting
A Virginia newspaper reporter was one of two people killed during a shooting early Saturday outside a restaurant and bar, authorities said.