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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.
Man who fired shots near Wilmington funeral home sentenced to more than 19 years in prison
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- A Leland man has been sentenced to prison for drug trafficking and firearm charges. Charles Gilbert Green, 29, will spend more than 19 years (232 months) in prison after he was identified as the shooter who…
Plans proposed for new tallest building in America, surpassing One World Trade Center
The United States could soon have a new -- and surprising -- location for the tallest building in the country and, if approved, it won’t be anywhere near New York.
History with 'Hud': Marking 90 years since a fire nearly destroyed Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach has seen its share of fires since being incorporated in 1899.
UNCW professor appears on 'The Joe Rogan Experience' podcast
A UNCW professor recently appeared on one of the most popular podcasts in the world.
UNCW announces new sports complex that gives Beach Volleyball team a 'home' court
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - The UNCW Beach Volleyball team finally has an on-campus venue to play and practice at. The Shoreline Sports Complex fills that void that previously had the team commuting to Capt'n Bills for games. [blox_vms account="WWAY" key="4547a221236adf8029a9053d2891f9b9f0b9127c"…
Wilmington chef named semifinalist for national award
Neff hopes his inclusion on the list will be an opportunity to bring more recognition to restaurants around the Cape Fear.
In-N-Out to close first location in its 75-year history due to a wave of car break-ins and robberies
Since 2019, police have logged 1,335 incidents in the vicinity of the restaurant on Oakport Street — more than any other location in Oakland.
Saudi Arabia opens its first liquor store in over 70 years as kingdom further liberalizes
While restricted to non-Muslim diplomats, the store in Riyadh comes as Saudi Arabia's assertive Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman aims to make the kingdom a tourism and business destination as part of ambitious plans to slowly wean its economy away from crude oil.
South Carolina GOP governor blasts labor unions while touting economic growth in annual address
Monuments, islands and waters need protection from development, mismanagement and storm damage, McMaster said. “Don’t it always seem to go, that you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone. They paved paradise and put up a parking lot," McMaster said, quoting what he called the “cautionary lyrics” from Joni Mitchell's “Big Yellow Taxi.”