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.
Wilmington man fighting cancer celebrates 60th chemo treatment with parade
On Thursday, a Wilmington man who has been battling cancer for four years got to celebrate his 60th chemotherapy treatment in a big way.
New Hanover soccer stays unbeaten taking down Topsail
The New Hanover boys soccer team continued their hot start on Thursday night, the Wildcats used an early first half lead to cruise to the 8-1 win over the Topsail Pirates.
Genesis Block celebrates companies selected for minority accelerator
Genesis Block, Wilmington's new community collaborative to grow minority and women-owned businesses, held a big event Thursday night.
UNCW Athletics to hold leadership summit on National Girls & Women in Sports Day
UNCW Athletics will celebrate the successes and achievements of all female athletes on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, with a special virtual program commemorating the 35th Annual National Girls & Women In Sports Day.
Senate GOP wants bill to require NC in-person class option
North Carolina Senate Republicans are drawing up legislation that would require all public school districts to offer in-person instruction of some kind to students.
Paid parking to start in North Topsail Beach in March
The Town of North Topsail Beach will be implementing paid parking at all town-controlled parking lots effective March 1, 2021 according to a press release.
Columbus County in talks to offer more free rides to vaccination sites
In Columbus County, officials from the North Carolina Department of Transportation are in talks to help offer free rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites.
Local investment expert explains what is happening with GameStop, AMC stocks
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) -- On a stunning day of trading, day traders following tips of Reddit put the stock market into a tailspin on Wednesday. Wrightsville Beach Investment Manager David Allison explains that trading pros are facing losses because Reddit traders seemed to have figured out how to beat the odds.