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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.
Sex offenders banned from county parks
The issue of banning sex offenders from county parks was voted upon last night at the New Hanover County Commissioner’s Meeting.
N&O offers buyouts to about 320 employees
RALEIGH -- The News & Observer of Raleigh has offered voluntary buyouts to about 320 employees as its publisher, McClatchy Co., continues to face declining advertising revenue. The newspaper reported Wednesday that about 40 percent of its workers, including all…
New owners hope to expand NC food distributor
GREENSBORO -- A family operated food supply company is getting a group of owners who say they want to create 400 new jobs in the Greensboro area. Two of the executives buying Southern Foods from the Nussbaum family tell the…
NC air quality officials issue ozone advisory
RALEIGH -- North Carolina air quality officials have issued an ozone advisory for several areas in the central portion of the state. The state Division of Air Quality has issued a Code Orange ozone alert Wednesday for Charlotte, Hickory and…
NC National Guard ready for Hurricane Hanna
RALEIGH -- The North Carolina National Guard's Rapid Reaction Force is ready to respond if Hurricane Hanna hits. Forecasters said Hanna's track could carry the storm toward Florida, Georgia or South Carolina as it poses a threat to the U.S.…
Nasher Museum to Hispanics: 'Bienvenido'
DURHAM -- The Nasher Museum of Art is reaching out to North Carolina's burgeoning Hispanic population in an unprecedented way, providing information for its exhibition "El Greco to Velazquez" in both Spanish and English. The Nasher is providing English and…
National GOP group targets Hagan in new ad
RALEIGH -- Republicans are airing their first ad in North Carolina this year in an attempt to buoy the campaign of GOP Sen. Elizabeth Dole. The National Republican Senatorial Committee launched a spot Tuesday that targets Dole's Democratic rival, state…
NC judges slam prosecutors for delayed trial
RALEIGH -- North Carolina's Court of Appeals has dismissed all charges against a man serving at least 44 years in prison in connection with a Durham home invasion. In a ruling Tuesday, judges blamed prosecutors for a nearly five-year pretrial…
Preparations for Hanna
Now is the time to start making preparations should Hanna turn our way. Wondering where to begin? WWAY went home with an expert to find out.