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.
Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest giving away tree seedlings in celebration of Arbor Day
ELIZABETHTOWN, NC (WWAY) – To celebrate Arbor Day in North Carolina on March 18, Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest (ESF) will be giving away tree seedlings. Bareroot loblolly and bareroot bald cypress seedlings will be available for pick-up on a…
Biden announces new security assistance for Ukraine but stops short of Zelenskyy's full request
WASHINGTON, DC (CBS NEWS) — President Biden on Wednesday announced $800 million in new security assistance to Ukraine, hours after Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pleaded with Congress and the president to approve a NATO-enforced no-fly zone over Ukraine and to provide more air-defense…
Mad Mole Brewing is set to expand taproom and wholesale sales to the greater Wilmington area
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Mad Mole Brewing, located on the banks of Bradley Creek near Wrightsville Beach, will be expanding fermentation capabilities with the addition of four 30-barrel fermenters, two 30 barrel…
IRS reminds taxpayers to file before the April 18th deadline
WILMINGTON, NC (NEWS RELEASE)--Most taxpayers face an April 18 deadline this year due to the Emancipation Day holiday in Washington, DC falling on April 15. If taxpayers can’t file by the due date of their return, they should request an extension…
Wilmington Fire Department now accepting applications for this spring's Citizen Fire Academy
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- The City of Wilmington Fire Department offers its popular Citizens Academy twice a year, in the fall and spring seasons. Participants spend quality time with Wilmington's firefighters learning about how these community heroes get the job…
Coastal Bringing Up Down Syndrome to celebrate world Down syndrome day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Coastal Bringing Up Down Syndrome (BUDS) is kicking of a celebration of World Down Syndrome Day with a family-friendly event at Waterline Brewing Saturday, March 19 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. The afternoon will feature free bluegrass music…
Construction has begun to add new GAC filters to Sweeny Water Treatment Plant
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Construction has started on a project that will add eight new granular activated carbon (GAC) filters to Sweeney Water Treatment Plant, which draws from the Cape Fear River and provides drinking water to about 80 percent…
Mental health services well below recommended level in NC, Wilmington-area schools
WILMINGTON, NC (STARNEWS)-- Wilmington-area school districts employ well below the number of mental health workers that experts recommend are needed in schools. A new school mental health report card ranked North Carolina as one of the worst states for students’…