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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.
Leland town leaders moving on after ruling made in laptop controversy
Leland Town Council met during a closed-door meeting on Wednesday, where the results of an investigation into council member Frank Pendleton's actions were revealed.
Local restaurant gearing up for large "March Madness" crowd
The first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament tipped off on Thursday and one area restaurant expects a big crowd during opening weekend.
Anderson's late header gives Ashley 2-1 win over Laney
It was a fast start, slow middle and dramatic ending in a match that saw Ashley girls soccer prevail over Laney 2-1 on Thursday.
African American Patriot soldier Zachariah Jacobs to be featured on N.C. Highway Historical Marker
A free-born African American Patriot soldier soon will be recognized with a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker. The N.C. Historical Marker Program is part of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Pender County gets an economic boost through tourism
It appears Pender County is becoming a vacationer's paradise. The County's Tourism Development Board met on Thursday, at the Hampstead Annex, to discuss the state of tourism.
Pender JROTC team headed to the nationals after winning '4th Brigade Best of Best Raider Competition'
The Pender High School Male Raider Team recently won a tough competition at Fort Bragg, and now they're headed to the national stage.
Women in Cape Fear commercial real estate honored at annual Awards of Excellence
March is Women's History Month and many women in the Cape Fear real estate industry were celebrated on Thursday.
Emails obtained by WWAY reveal disputed removal of Kiwanis Park playground equipment
Newly released emails obtained through a public records request are shedding light on how playground equipment was removed from Hampstead’s Kiwanis Park and the confusion surrounding whether it was authorized.
Wilmington Police Department's K9 Kraken receives body armor donation
The Wilmington Police Department held a press conference earlier today to showcase new body armor they received for one of their K9 officers. K9 Kraken is the newest addition to the WPD family. He received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a donation from non-profit Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.