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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.
Town of Leland launches Safe Streets and Roads for All action plan
The project team will analyze crash locations and severity, identify contributing factors, and categorize crash types involving motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
NCDMV to begin collecting card processing fee in July
A provision in last year’s state budget allows NCDMV to collect up to 2% on transactions paid for with a credit or debit card.
Two national chains set their sights on Carolina Shores
Walmart is coming to the Town of Carolina Shores.
Judge upholds North Carolina's anti-rioting law, dismisses civil liberties suit
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a civil rights group challenging North Carolina's anti-rioting law, whose criminal penalties were raised last year by state legislators.
NCDMV to begin collecting credit card processing fees
Per state law, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles will begin collecting a processing fee on all transactions paid for with a credit or debit card on July 1. This includes transactions occurring in-person, online and at a self-service kiosk.
Construction begins at Legion Stadium to replace synthetic turf
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - Construction began this week at legion stadium off Carolina Beach Road to install new synthetic turf on the football field. In October, The Legion Stadium Commission voted unanimously for the replacement. The project will cost $690,000…
UPDATE: Woman found unconscious at Sunset Beach identified
The woman was found unconscious Tuesday night on the beach near 40th Street. She had no ID or personal items and was taken to the hospital.
Hollywood crews, studios reach tentative contract deal, making another big strike unlikely
The union that represents most behind-the-scenes film and television crews has reached a tentative deal with studios for about 50,000 of its members, making another major, production-stopping strike unlikely after a year of labor turmoil in Hollywood. The two sides announced the three-year deal in a joint statement Tuesday night.
Environmental leaders from US, Canada, and Mexico meet in Wilmington for CEC Council Session
On Tuesday, the Commission for Environmental Cooperation began its annual council session in Wilmington.