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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.
Opioid settlement funds making positive impact on Wilmington, New Hanover County
In 2024, the number of non-fatal overdoses decreased by more than 150 while deaths went down by almost 20.
Elon Musk’s DOGE seeks access to taxpayer data at IRS
WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is seeking access to troves of sensitive taxpayer data at the IRS, two people familiar with the inner workings of the plan who were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly told The Associated Press on Monday.
Trump's tariff on Canadian aluminum could harm American breweries
President Donald Trump's planned 25% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum could cause sweeping disruptions to the American alcohol industry when they go into effect on March 12.
Wilmington Fire Department promotes lifesaving device for oxygen users
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Fire Department is promoting a life-saving device that can prevent house fires.
New Hanover County Commissioners authorizes C-Pace program
The resolution authorizes the county to participate in North Carolina's Commercial Property Assessed Captial Expenditure program, also known as C-PACE.
Delta plane flips over while landing in Toronto from Minneapolis, officials say
Emergency crews are at the scene of an incident involving a Delta Air Lines plane that flipped over while arriving Monday at Toronto Pearson Airport from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Mother allegedly abandons children for years in 'deplorable' conditions: Authorities
A Michigan mother was arrested on Friday for allegedly abandoning her children for several years, leaving them in deplorable conditions, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Department.
Student arrested after loaded firearm found at Whiteville High School
A Whiteville High School student was taken into custody Monday morning after a loaded firearm was discovered in his backpack during routine security checks, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office.
Man charged in New Hanover County overdose case
A Wilmington man has been charged with death by distribution following an investigation into a fatal overdose that occurred in early January, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.