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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.
Home safe and slow: Bowser the tortoise has been found
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- Bowser the tortoise has been found after a weeks-long turtle trek across Pender County. Fresh Start Rescue sounded the alarm about Bowser who had previously been seen the weekend before Thanksgiving in the 1700 block…
New North Carolina congressional districts challenged in federal court on racial bias claims
RALEIGH (AP) -- North Carolina Black and Latino voters sued in federal court on Monday seeking to strike down congressional districts drawn this fall by Republican state legislators that they argue weaken minority voting power in violation of the U.S. Constitution.…
Cape Fear Museum historian appointed to state board by Governor Cooper
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (News Release) -- Dr. Jan Davidson, Historian for the Cape Fear Museum, was appointed by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to serve on the North Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board. Davidson has worked as the Cape…
UNCW pausing Razor Walker Awards following year of controversy
An award that's been given for nearly three decades at UNCW is taking a pause next year.
Navassa residents participate in NC State PFAS, GenX exposure study
Contamination is nothing new for the Town of Navassa, which is why they are finally taking the steps to educate themselves, as well as bring environmental justice, to how this could be impacting their health to light.
Brunswick County Residents react to Cape Fear Memorial bridge maintenance project
Lots of people are talking about what's to come for many drivers during a six-month long maintenance project on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
Recycled oyster shells are beneficial to the environment, SCDNR says
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (CBS) -- Recycling oyster shells can impact much more than just the oysters, and this is why areas of the Lowcountry are working to bring awareness to this act of preserving a natural resource. According to South…
Brunswick Board of Elections dismisses protest filed in Sandy Creek mayoral race
A protest filed in the Sandy Creek mayoral race has been dismissed by the Brunswick County Board of Elections. The protest was filed against mayoral candidate Mel Miller, who is the projected winner of the November 7 election.
Intersection known for crashes to become roundabout in Bladen County
An intersection in Bladenboro is going through another transformation, as the NC Department of Transportation makes plans to install a roundabout at NC 211 and NC 131.