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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 found in Wilmington pond
The body of 30-year-old Christopher Thomas Smith was found in a pond off Cinema Drive on Thursday evening.
City of Wilmington's 4th of July Celebration draws large crowd
In downtown Wilmington, people certainly got a lot of bang for their buck this 4th of July.
BEMC working to fix power outage affecting Caswell Beach area
BEMC says it is working to assess the situation, and estimates the power will be restored by midnight.
Thousands attend North Carolina Fourth of July festival in Southport
This is the 52nd year that Southport has held the official North Carolina 4th of July Festival, though celebrations in the city date back as far as 1795.
Rescue agencies searching for missing swimmer in Kure Beach
KURE BEACH, N.C. (WWAY) - Officials with the Kure Beach Fire Department say they received a call for a missing swimmer at 12:11 pm near the 100 Block of Atlantic Ave, right by the Kure Beach Pier. Kure Beach lifeguards…
Hannah Block USO Building celebrates 4th of July with swing dance performance
The Cape Fear Swing Dance Society demonstrated a variety of 19-40's era dances at the USO club.
Former Wilmington Shark Alec Bohm named MLB All-Star starter
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - 2016 Wilmington Shark, Alec Bohm, has been named the starting third baseman for the National League in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. Fifteen former Sharks have made it to the MLB, Bohm is the first to…
WHAT'S HAPPENING: July 5th-7th
The 4th of July weekend is here and that means many things will be happening in the Cape Fear.
Four Wilmington Sharks make Coastal Plain League All-Star team
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - Four Sharks have made the CPL All-Star team. Second baseman Caleb Johnson is one of the best base stealers in the CPL. He has 20 so far this season. Infielder Trace Wilhoite has been making a…