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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.
Authorities trying to help sperm whale beached off Florida's Gulf Coast
Authorities were seeking to assist a beached sperm whale stranded on a sandbar off Florida's Gulf Coast on Sunday, but said conditions in the water were too dangerous for crews to safely approach and administer a sedative.
UNCW baseball defeats St. Joseph's; sweep home series 3-0
UNCW Baseball defeated St. Joseph's 4-3 on Sunday, sweeping the home series 3-0.
UNCW Basketball falls in CAA Tournament to Towson 66-56
UNCW Basketball fell to Towson 66-56 in the CAA Tournament on Sunday.
The party of the century: WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday
CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WWAY) -- At American Legion Post 129 on Saturday, Ida Levesque—though most people call her Miss Ida—celebrated 100 years of a life well…
Sports betting becomes legal in North Carolina on Monday
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Monday is a big day for many sports fans, as sports betting becomes legal in the state of North Carolina. Governor Roy Cooper signed a bill allowing sports betting in June of last year. Some North…
Wilmington Rotary Club holds free pediatric dental clinic
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- For many, regular dental check-ups are a routine part of life since childhood. But for low-income families without dental insurance, maintaining dental health can be a significant financial burden. Enter the Wilmington Rotary Club. Over the…
Coastal BUDS hosts celebration ahead of World Down Syndrome Day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Wilmington nonprofit Coastal Brining Up Down Syndrome (BUDS) a held a celebration at Highwater Brewing on Saturday in anticipation of World Down…
Wilmington Police investigating pedestrian fatality
WPD units responded to a vehicle vs. pedestrian incident in the 100 block of South College Road around 4:30am on Saturday.
Saturday severe weather risk downgraded
Widespread heavy rain this morning has stabilized our atmosphere as hoped, allowing the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) to downgrade our severe weather potential from a level 2/5 slight risk to a level 1/5 marginal risk.