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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.
Good Shepherd Center makes plans for 2024
One non-profit needs your help to support their mission helping others in the Cape Fear. ‘Good Shepherd Center’ has a goal to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and foster transition to housing.
Cape Fear folks making plans to ring in the new year
With 2023 coming to a close, many people are planning out their New Year celebrations and resolutions.
2024 projects scheduled to begin or be completed in Southeastern North Carolina
Many projects are either scheduled to begin or to be completed in 2024 within the Cape Fear region.
This rescue wants your Christmas trees for animals to enjoy after the holidays
CASTLE HAYNE (WWAY) -- Recently, we told you how you can recycle your Christmas tree in New Hanover County. Now, here's another way to get rid of that tree, for a good cause. SkyWatch Bird Rescue in Castle Hayne wants…
Study shows where wealth has increased the most in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) -- A new study from SmartAsset analyzes the places in North Carolina which have experienced the most wealth generation over the last ten years, and Brunswick and Pender counties made the list. The study measured the increase in…
SC NAACP condemns Conway-area cross burning as 'hate crime'
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — The South Carolina NAACP has released a statement calling for a hate crime law in South Carolina following the November 24 cross burning in Conway. Over Thanksgiving weekend, a white couple allegedly harassed their Black neighbors with…
North Carolina parents speak out after toddler opens entire family’s Christmas gifts at 3 a.m.
NORTH CAROLINA (ABC) -- A toddler just couldn't wait on Christmas morning to unwrap not just his own Christmas presents, but every present under the Christmas tree. Scott and Katie Reintgen were sleeping when they were awakened by their 3-year-old.…
Comedian Tom Smothers, one-half of the Smothers Brothers, dies at 86
UNITED STATES (AP) -- Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86. The National Comedy Center, on…
Photographer Cecil Williams expands South Carolina's civil rights museum
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (APTN) -- Much of how South Carolina has seen its civil rights history has been through the lens of photographer Cecil Williams. From sit-ins to prayer protests to portraits of African Americans integrating universities and rising to federal…