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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.
Arctic birds being called little 'penguins' washing ashore in Carolinas, need special care
Wildlife rescues in the Carolinas are warning residents to be on the lookout for a species of bird that look like small penguins that are not native to this area. These little birds are actually dovekies, they are in the puffin family and from the arctic.
Wilmington Fire Department providing paws4people dogs noise confidence training
The Wilmington Fire Department is helping dogs gain confidence.
Justice Department to pursue death penalty against Buffalo supermarket shooter Payton Gendron
The Justice Department said Friday in a court filing it will seek the death penalty for Payton Gendron, the then-19-year-old who killed 10 people in a racially motivated shooting at a Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York, in May 2022.
WPD makes arrest following weekend shooting on Washington Street
An arrest has been made following a shooting in the 2100 block of Washington Street last weekend.
After school activities canceled across the region due to weather
All after school activities, including sporting events, have been canceled for Pender, New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus and Bladen counties on Friday due to the threat of severe weather.
Several events in Wilmington honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend
Planners are excited about this year's events leading up to the holiday celebrating the birth of civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
YWCA Lower Cape Fear hosts Conversation for Peace at MLK Community Center
A non-profit in Wilmington having conversations with the community on how to make peaceful change.
UNCW secures first CAA win at home against Monmouth
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - The Seahawks are back in the win column having secured the first CAA win of the 2023-24 season. Thursday, UNCW defeated Monmouth 69-56. The game was not pretty to watch: UNCW shot 19-52 from the field…
Bond referendum on beach improvements for Bald Head Island to be on ballot in March
The money would also fund transporting and adding more sand dunes to control erosion and provide hurricane protection.