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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.
Body of missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain found in river in West Nashville
A body found in a river in West Nashville has been confirmed to be that of missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain, the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department confirmed on Friday.
Bladen County Schools hosting career fair
BLADEN COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- A career fair is being held by Bladen County Schools. The event will take place from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on April 17th at Elizabethtown Middle School. Applicants can come learn all about the…
UNC, NC State moving on in NCAA tournament; Duke playing next
Whether or not you had UNC and NC State winning in your bracket, the two North Carolina teams are officially moving on to the next round of the NCAA tournament.
Tensions soar as livid Leland residents share thoughts on budget, lengthy meeting
Hundreds of people came out to Town Hall in Leland for a public hearing on the proposed budget that includes a tax rate increase of 70-percent for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Hannah Jackson
Jackson is senior soccer player for North Brunswick High School's girls soccer team and is competitive when it comes to the classroom and sports.
Wilmington Police investigating shooting that sent one person to the hospital
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting that sent one person the hospital. Police responded just after 5:15 p.m. Thursday to the 1300 block of Greenfield Street in reference to shots fired. When officers arrived, they found…
Area schools celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with the help of socks
Many area schools are rocking their socks in support of World Down Syndrome Day.
Bringing healthcare to your doorstep as Novant Health unveils new mobile mammography unit
This new bus includes new equipment such as 3D scanning, which will be less painful for patients and give clearer results.
Challenges ahead as New Hanover County Board of Education gets first look at proposed budget
More than 275 jobs cut and $20 million less to run the school district is part of the first draft, representing the budget's worst-case scenario.