New Hanover, Pender County is under Tornado Warning until 5 p.m.
New Hanover and Pender County are currently under a Tornado Warning, until 5 p.m. Affected areas include Murraysville, Ogden, Hampstead, and Kings Grant.
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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.
Southport Fire to celebrate 100th anniversary of Model T firetruck
This Saturday, April 2nd, the City of Southport Fire Department is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Model T firetruck.
Wilmington Central Rotary "Flamingos for a Cause" benefiting local surf camp for autistic children
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Today, Wilmington Central Rotary announced its 2022 Flamingos for a Cause to benefit the local Surfers Healing surf camp for autistic children. Now through April 20, 2022, Wilmington Central Rotary will adorn local businesses with the familiar…
Biden administration announces investments to make homes more energy efficient, lower costs for families
WASHINGTON, DC (NEWS RELEASE) — President Biden and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced DOE is accepting applications from states, Tribes, and territories for $3.16 billion in new funding through the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) – DOE’s largest…
Thermo Fisher Scientific wins TOPRA award for actions during pandemic
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – The clinical research business Thermo Fisher Scientific has won a 2021 TOPRA Award for Regulatory Excellence, recognizing the role of its regulatory affairs team in prioritizing vaccine approvals during the COVID-19 pandemic. The TOPRA Award resulted…
First responders and NHSO continue search for "river jumper"
This morning, police officers and fire crews are downtown in front of Market Street continuing the search that began last night for a man who allegedly jumped into the Cape Fear River.
Mom to Mom: Making Homemade Bubbles
With warmer weather on the way, here's a great way to add a little pop in your kids outside play. Mandy Williamson brings us a fun truck on today's Mom…
Azalea Comedy Bash set for April 1 at Thalian
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- So two funny guys agree to sit together for a Zoom interview with a tv station where one of the guys used to work. And true to…
N. Brunswick Kiwanis Club pancake breakfast to benefit local youth
LELAND, NC (WWAY) -- No need to heat up your own griddle this weekend, when you have a full-on fundraising feast just down the road. The Kiwanis Club of North Brunswick (NC) is hosting a pancake breakfast to raise funds…