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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.
Oak Island town council votes in favor of permit for another new hotel project
Town council has voted in favor of a second hotel project in Oak Island.
First African-American to man 20-millimeter gun on Battleship North Carolina dies
An important person in the history of the Battleship North Carolina has died.
CFPUA moving downtown lobby to Skyline Center
CFPUA's downtown customer service center is moving next week.
Track and field becomes first sport to pay prize money at Olympics, with Paris gold medalists getting $50,000
Track and field is set to become the first sport to introduce prize money at the Olympics, with World Athletics saying Wednesday it would pay $50,000 to gold medalists in Paris.
'Asphalt Angel': NC Amazon driver saves 76-year-old woman involved in crash
For the first time, we're hearing from a Greensboro Amazon driver who saved the day back in March after finding a car flipped over into an embankment along her route in Asheboro.
UNCW baseball holds off NC State comeback
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - UNCW held off NC State Friday after a great defensive play from shortstop Kevin Jones sealed the game. UNCW improves to 20-13 and 14-7 at…
Extras, stand-ins still needed for Zooey Deschanel movie being filmed in Kure Beach
A new film staring Zooey Deschanel in Kure Beach is looking for more people for unique roles. Shooting is set for Tuesday, April 23, where actors will be portrayed on a dog beach. According to TW Cast and Recruit, pay is guaranteed at $123 dollars for ten hours and time and a half for every hour that goes over.
NCAA Women's College Basketball Championship Game's first time ever with more views then the Men's Game
Cleveland, OH (WWAY) -- The NCAA Women's Championship game Sunday night saw huge numbers. The title match-up between South Carolina and Iowa shattered previous ratings for women's college basketball. On average, nearly 19 million people watched the women's game which…
Leland steps back on steep tax increase following backlash
Budget discussions are underway in Leland following a significant backlash from the community over a proposed 70-percent tax rate increase. Town council convened for a budget workshop on Tuesday night, with hundreds of residents in attendance.