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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.
2023 is 'virtually certain' to be the warmest year ever recorded, climate agency says
As 2023 creeps closer to its end, new climate data shows that the global average temperature is already the highest ever recorded – and that the year is "virtually certain" to be the hottest in observational history.
Novant Health investing $50 million to Pender Medical Center transfer
Novant Health is celebrating the start of the next chapter of health care in Pender County.
CFCC receives grant providing child forensic interview training to law enforcement
Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) has announced a $125,000 grant from the North Carolina Governor's Crime Commission to enhance and extend training in child forensic interviewing.
Carolina Shores home destroyed in overnight fire
A home in Calabash was destroyed in an overnight fire.
Toys for Tots collection campaign underway across the Cape Fear
While the campaign actually runs year-round to serve children in Brunswick, Columbus and Bladen Counties, this year's toy drive runs Oct 1 through just before Christmas.
New Hope for Those With Depression Disorders
In the past few decades, more and more people have become aware of the importance of mental health treatment. Just twenty years ago, seeing a therapist would have been considered taboo in many communities. Now, Gen-Z discusses symptoms of anxiety the way…
WWAY Play of the Week winner: Hampton Roderick
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - Hampton Roderick from Laney has once again won the WWAY Play of the Week. But this time, it was for a defensive play. [blox_vms account="WWAY" key="57432499ee26ee72bd845beb43c6a0c053fb0bde" vtitle="WWAY Play of the week winner: Hampton Roderick" thumb="https://redirect.field59.com/image/med/2853fbffe373c0db6fc02497be7b1a9eef66a7bb"…
UNCW starts Nicole Woods Era off with a victory
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) - Nicole Woods is officially 1-0 as a head coach and so are the UNCW Seahawks on the 2023-24 season. Read more from UNCW…
Two new faces to join Wilmington City Council
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- In Wilmington, Mayor Bill Saffo won a record-setting ninth term in office Tuesday night after running unopposed. That means, the biggest race in the Port City was for city council, where three seats were up…