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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.
New Hanover County holds budget work session, revisits school district funding
A budget work session took place in New Hanover County Thursday afternoon discussing the upcoming fiscal year.
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Seth Williams
CERRO GORDO, N.C. (WWAY) - West Columbus senior Seth Williams in the WWAY Student Athlete of the Week. "I think it's very important to be a student…
New non-profit voices concerns about New Hanover Community Endowment
The non-profit posted a petition expressing concerns about leadership changes at the endowment and lack of transparency regarding the $1.25 billion it oversees.
CAA women's golf championship returns to Southport
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WWAY) - The CAA Women’s Golf Championship returns to The Reserve Club at St. James for a 54-hole tournament that begins Friday in North Carolina. Ten CAA members will compete for team and individual titles on the par-72,…
WHATS HAPPENING: April 12th-14th
After a busy weekend with Azalea Festival activities, there will still be no shortage of events taking place this weekend.
ACC women's golf championship coming to Porter's Neck Country Club
WILMIGNTON, N.C. (WWAY) - The 2024 ACC Women's Golf Championship is coming to Wilmington. A total of twelve schools will be participating in the tournament, including NC State, Wake Forest, North Carolina, and Duke. Play will begin at 9:00am on Thursday,…
Large tree blocks roadway in part of Wilmington
Strong winds Thursday afternoon caused some damage in portions of the area.
Construction worker hit and killed on Military Cutoff extension, driver charged with DWI
A construction worker is dead after being hit by a man who drove into a construction area.
Bladen County Sheriff's Office investigating 'incident' between bus driver and student
An investigation is underway into an incident with a bus driver and a student in Bladen County.