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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 Mayor Bill Saffo shares with students the importance of elections
Municipal elections are Tuesday and voters will have their say in a number of races across the Cape Fear.
Drier conditions pose the threat of fires getting out of control
State officials say the drought monitor has the Cape Fear falling into the abnormally dry range, which has many concerned about a risk of wildfires breaking out in our area.
Six panels from the AIDS Memorial Quilt come to Wilmington ahead of World AIDS Day
- Six panels from the AIDS Memorial Quilt are on display in Wilmington to commemorate those who live or who have died of HIV or AIDS
Brunswick County rotary club bikes bridges to raise money for charity
SHALLOTTE (WWAY) – The Rotary Club of South Brunswick Islands hosted its annual Three Bridge Tour on Saturday, November 4th. The event celebrated the beaches of Brunswick County and gave riders the opportunity to trek across three featured bridges at…
Shallotte veteran bringing recognition to vets of all forces with flags
Three years ago, Frank Berenyi created a program called "Flag for Me" in an effort to recognize all who fought, but often go unrecognized.
Veterans Day events in the Cape Fear and special deals to honor vets
LELAND, NC (WWAY) - Veterans Day will be observed on Saturday, Nov. 11, to show our respect and gratitude to military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Several events across the Cape Fear are planned leading up to and…
Wilmington Police arrest 4 minors in string of attempted break-ins at tobacco, vape stores
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- Wilmington Police are investigating an attempted break-in at local tobacco and vape stores early Sunday morning. Wilmington Police say Sunday around 3:40 a.m., WPD units responded to the 1900 block of Eastwood Road in reference to…
SENC Veterans Parade, Sudan Shriners Parade happening back-to-back in Wilmington
For the first time ever, the Southeast North Carolina Veterans Parade and the Sudan Shriners Parade will step off one after the other on Third Street in downtown Wilmington on Veterans Day this year. The two parades combined will bring about 130 units of various kinds to the city that morning, creating one of the largest such events ever seen in Wilmington.
Wildfire in Western NC: Burn ban, state of emergency in effect, 2 homes destroyed so far
Local and state firefighters continue working to contain a large brush fire burning in Henderson County. County officials said on Monday, around 9:43 a.m., that the Poplar Drive Fire burning in the Edneyville community remained at about 431 acres and is currently 5% contained.