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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.
New crosswalk signs helping to protect pedestrians in Leland
The town has installed four rectangular rapid flashing beacons at two crosswalks along Town Hall Drive.
Thunder, Struck: UNCW hits eight FTs to close out 70-69 win over Marshall
In their biggest home test of the season so far, UNCW men's basketball pulled off an improbable 70-69 comeback win over Marshall on Wednesday.
Canadian glass-tech firm announces major Wilmington expansion
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – A new high-tech glass manufacturing company plans to expand its operations in Wilmington. Advanced Glazings is a Canadian-based company that specializes in glass insulation and…
'Poof, Gone;' Wilmington hemp businesses brace for federal THC crackdown
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – Wilmington hemp businesses and consumers are bracing for a federal crackdown on THC products. "THC-A concentrate is gone, pre-roll is gone that's…
Neighbor recounts shooting near his home in Delco
Shooting in Delco between law enforcement and Columbus County couple, is retold by neighbor who lives nearby.
Nearly 40 babies sickened in infant botulism outbreak tied to contaminated formula
Nearly 40 babies have been sickened in an infant botulism outbreak tied to contaminated formula, federal health officials say.
NHC Board of Education calls on state to fill gap in exceptional student support funds
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- The New Hanover County Board of Education is asking the state to step in and pay for a gap in funding for programs for exceptional students. School board member Josie Barnhart presented a resolution calling…
Pop-up markets launch in Cape Fear as SNAP cuts threaten food access
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina is hosting a series of pop-up markets in the Cape Fear as more people could see a cut, or lose, their snap benefits altogether. For the…
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office announces 6th annual 'Boston Butt' fundraiser
The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is holding their 6th annual Boston Butt fundraiser.