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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.
Pet Pals: Sweet, young pup looking for forever home
He's very affectionate and loves to receive pats and scratches from his human friends.
Former NASA astronaut Scott Kelly gives remarks at UNCW's Dare to Learn lecture series
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY)--UNCW students are expanding their minds to endless opportunities. All while sitting in the Kenan Auditorium, learning…
Susan Smith is up for parole 30 years after drowning her kids in a South Carolina lake
“During the ensuing 30 years — again, it’s hard to believe it’s come this quick — she’s had sex with guards. She's got attention for her social media opportunities. She has got sugar daddies that can’t wait till she gets out, help support her," Pope said.
NHC Sheriff's Office mobile field kitchen returns after serving thousands of hot meals in western NC
Over 11 days, the kitchen served 4,552 hot meals from French toast and eggs to sandwiches and fries.
New Hanover County 4H giving kids chance to take part in voting process
The New Hanover County Cooperative Extension's 4H initiative has created a voting booth for kids under the age of 18.
Carolina Beach makes parking changes due to beach nourishment work
Based on a recent interpretation by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Town of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach were faced with losing the 2025 beach nourishment cycle and the funding for the 20-plus million dollar project unless changes were made to the existing parking programs.
Wilmington Rotary Club Raises Flag in Fight Against Polio
"Rotary has always been involved for years, years, and years in the fight against Polio. October 24th is World Polio Day, and we are trying to call some attention to that."
New Hanover and Pender DA candidates meet for Wilmington Chamber of Commerce forum
Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson and Jason Smith met for a forum hosted by the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, just two weeks before election day.
AG Josh Stein convenes region-wide fentanyl task force in Wilmington
Stein met with district attorneys, federal, and local law enforcement from across southeastern North Carolina to coordinate a regional response to the fentanyl epidemic.