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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.
Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith announces candidacy for New Hanover, Pender DA
Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith has announced his intention to run for district attorney of New Hanover and Pender Counties.
Full Court Press December 15, 2023
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - Conference games are in full swing for this young basketball season. GIRLS SCORES HOGGARD 53 - WEST BRUNSWICK 28 LANEY 48 - ASHLEY 22 SOUTH…
Kure Beach holds meeting on new beach management plan
Kure Beach was able to create the plan because of the success the town had with its beach re-nourishment program that expanded the town's dunes.
Departing North Carolina Auditor Beth Wood pleads guilty to misusing state vehicle, gets probation
In 2021 and 2022, Wood used her state-assigned car for more than a dozen trips to a hair salon in Fayetteville, more than 40 shopping trips to Knightdale, and over two dozen trips to two Raleigh spas.
Pender County Manager David Andrews announces retirement
Andrews announced his plan to retire in a letter to the Board of Commissioners. His retirement will be effective March 1, 2024.
UNCW Board of Trustees approves fees increase and tuition bump for grad students, out-of-state undergrads
The board approved the 6% increase in tuition for out-of-state undergraduates and both in-state and out-of-state graduate students. There would be no increase for in-state undergraduate students.
Autopsy report: Matthew Perry died from the effects of ketamine
Ketamine is a powerful anesthetic approved by U.S. health regulators for use during surgery, but in the past decade it has emerged as an experimental treatment for a range of psychiatric and hard-to-treat conditions, including depression, anxiety and chronic pain. While not approved by regulators, doctors are free to prescribe drugs for these alternate uses if they think their patients could benefit, and hundreds of clinics across the U.S. offer ketamine infusions and other formulations for various health conditions.
Plastic Ocean Project planting trees at New Hanover County Landfill Saturday
A Cape Fear non-profit is getting their hands dirty this weekend and asking for your help.
WWAY sends off Toys for Tots donations
Toys for Tots came to WWAY on Friday to load up hundreds of toys you've donated for the last few weeks.