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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.
Wave Transit reassessing bus routes, seeking public input
Less than a year after implementing changes that aimed to improve bus routes in Wilmington, WAVE Transit is reevaluating its routes again.
Natrx, NC Coastal Federation embark on AI-driven assessment of coastline erosion and carbon
Natrx representatives say: until now, there was no practical way to assess and prioritize coastal ecosystems at this speed and scale.
Patient set to receive kidney from her friend following a long dialysis journey
NEW HANOVER, NC (WWAY) -- 28-year-old Sydney Mathis and 42-year-old Stephanie Daniels have been friends for years. Sydney was born with Polycystic…
Chadbourn man faces meth trafficking charges
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- The Columbus County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man for allegedly trafficking methamphetamine. On Tuesday, deputies pulled over a vehicle in the Bolton community and allegedly seized trafficking amounts of crystal meth. Gary Fernell Robinson,…
North Carolina adopts new US House districts aimed at gaining a Republican seat
Columbus County GOP Rep. Brenden Jones accused California Gov. Gavin Newsom of ramping up the redistricting fight. “We will not let outsiders tell us how to govern, and we will never apologize for doing exactly what the people of this state has elected us to do,” Jones said.
Brunswick Co. commissioners approve agreement between Navassa PD and county sheriff
NAVASSA, NC (WWAY-TV) -- The Brunswick County board of commissioners approved an agreement between the Navassa police department and Brunswick County sheriff's office. Since May,…
Cape Fear Garden Club distributes $70K to New Hanover Co. non-profits
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) -- The Cape Fear Garden Club distributed nearly $70,000 to New Hanover County non-profits on Wednesday. The funds were given to organizations…
District attorney: Brunswick deputy justified in fatal Leland shooting
The Brunswick County District Attorney has ruled that a deputy was justified in a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened last month in Leland.
Team of the Week: New Hanover sitting at 2nd in CCC as they prepare for Laney
The fight for 2nd place in the Carolina Coast football standings is winding down with New Hanover in sole possession of it with two games to go.