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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.
Wilmington Police investigate third shooting of the day
Wilmington Police are investigating a third shooting that happened on January 15, 2024.
Looking ahead to North Carolina's Super Tuesday as Iowa Caucuses conclude
The 2024 election season officially kicked off with the caucuses in Iowa, though election day remains months away for North Carolinians.
Donald Trump wins GOP presidential Iowa caucuses
The former president’s victory on Monday night gives him a strong start in the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination as the contest moves to New Hampshire.
Preparations for colder temperatures in the week ahead
Some of the coldest air the Cape Fear has seen in more than a year will be moving in this week.
Cycle NC releases list of stops for 'Mountains to Coast' ride
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - The 2024 Cycle North Carolina “Mountains to Coast” Route was released Monday in a pre-recorded video that was posted to the Cycle NC social media channels on Wednesday. To view the video of the “Mountains to…
Warming Shelter to open for seven nights this week in Wilmington
The shelter will open for six nights, starting Tuesday, January 16 through Sunday, January 21.
Three injured in two separate Wilmington shootings
Wilmington Police are investigating two shootings that happened Monday afternoon- One on N. 30th St. and one on 11th St.
Downtown Wilmington hosts 22nd annual MLK Day Parade
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Downtown Wilmington hosted its 22nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade on Monday. Hundreds of people attended, with appearances from local law enforcement…
Three-year old dies from self-inflicted gunshot in North Carolina
A tragic incident in Lenoir County has left a three-year old child dead. It all happened on Sunday around 9:30 a.m. when police say a three-year old accidentally shot himself with a handgun inside a home in the 5500 block of Murphy Road in Pink Hill.