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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.
NourishNC beginning Hispanic weekend food bag program
NourishNC is beginning a new Hispanic weekend food bag menu for children on the Backpack Program.
CFCC women's basketball breaks consecutive win streak to start season
Cape Fear Community College’s women's basketball team is rewriting the record books, boasting an unmatched 16-0 beginning to their season.
WWAY Play of the Week winner: Chase Williams
BLADENBORO, N.C. (WWAY) - Congratulations to West Bladen's Chase Williams for winning the WWAY Play of the week vote! His knights are 16-1 on the season so…
12 Durham Public Schools closed Wednesday after educators ‘call out’ for protests
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Amid concerns over pay and recent problems with staffing bus routes for Durham Public Schools, a dozen Durham schools were closed Wednesday January 1st, 2024, because teachers called out and turned their efforts to protesting. The…
Positive reaction to signage used by NCDOT to help drivers get around Cape Fear bridge delays
In the days leading up to the start of lane closures for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge repair work, the NCDOT put up signs along the major routes heading into, out of, and through Wilmington.
Fate of Holden Beach Fishing Pier remains undecided
HOLDEN BEACH, NC (WWAY) -- The town of Holden Beach is exploring what to do with its aging fishing pier. The town purchased the 67-year-old fishing pier for…
Firefighters respond to blaze on Market Street
Firefighters from New Hanover County Fire Rescue and the Wilmington Fire Department responded to a fire on Market Street.
Commodore Club lean is fixed, construction continuing
Crews recently floated the club into place near the Wrightsville Yacht Club. The floating structure is still under construction.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher's newest otters celebrate 1st birthday
Gemma, Kai and Ren celebrated their 1st birthday on Wednesday.