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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.
Fishing Tournament Raises Money, Brings Families Together
A recent competition brought families together to fish for a cause. The owners of County Line Bait and Tackle held a fishing tournament to raise money for the Lower Cape Fear Hospice.
Make Your Father's Day Finalists
Father's Day is this Sunday and WWAY NewsChannel 3 is honoring local fathers with our "Make Your Father's Day" contest. Three of our finalists are Trevor McDonald, Steadmon Raynor and Willard Spivey.
Parents turn to obesity surgery for children
With childhood obesity rates skyrocketing, more parents are opting for surgery to treat their children's severe weight problems. But is it safe for teens? The number of adolescents undergoing stomach bypass surgery for obesity has increased by nearly 300 per cent in the last few years.
Barack Obama raises money in N.C.
A low-key visit to North Carolina for Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama. The Illinois senator held a private fund-raiser last night in Chapel Hill, home turf to fellow Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards. The cost was one thousand dollars a person.
Nifong takes the stand in his own defense at ethics trial
Duke lacrosse prosecutor Mike Nifong has taken the stand at the ethics trial that could lead to his disbarment.
Church leaders accept apology after flap over blackface skit
Seven Gaston County church leaders say they've accepted an apology from the pastor of a Gastonia church where a blackface skit upset local black leaders.
Some resdients disappointed after Burgaw annexation public meeting
Burgaw Town Commissioners heard from Pender County residents tonight about the proposed annexation.
Blood drive organizers need donations
The summer usually isn't considered the time of year for giving, but the American Red Cross is hoping to change that. Blood drive organizers say their blood bank is running low and they need more people to donate.
Hoax bomb threat shuts down bridge
A bomb threat brought traffic going onto Topsail Island to a standstill Thursday. Officials closed the Surf City Bridge around 11:30 Thursday morning.