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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.
Haywood County man breaks 30-year record for largest black bear ever harvested in WNC
A hunting party in Haywood County led by Jeff Teague broke the previous western North Carolina record, taking down a 695-pound black bear
Bacteria in recalled eye drops linked to cases of vision loss, surgical removal of eyeballs
A rare strain of bacteria found in recalled eyedrops has been linked to dozens of infections, as well as cases of vision loss, surgical removal of eyeballs and one death.
Lance Reddick, 'The Wire' and 'John Wick' star, dies at 60
Lance Reddick, a character actor who specialized in intense, icy and possibly sinister authority figures on TV and film, has died.
UNCW to formally install new Chancellor March 31
On March 31, UNCW is formally installing Aswani K. Volety as the university's 7th Chancellor.
Man that led police on St. Patrick's Day chase appears in court
A man is facing several charges after leading deputies on a car chase, ending on Murrayville Rd.
Law enforcement on scene after a person climbs a cell tower
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- New Hanover County Sheriff's deputies were on scene Friday night near the New Hanover County Government Center, after a person apparently climbed a nearby cell tower. Law enforcement officers roped off the area with…
Crews respond to several fires in New Hanover County
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- Firefighters in New Hanover County responded to several fires on Friday evening. Structure fire: Deputy Fire Marshal Raymond Griswold said at approximately 4 p.m., New Hanover County Fire Rescue responded to a reported structure…
Crews battle brush fire in Boiling Spring Lakes
BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WWAY) -- The Brunswick County Sheriff's Office said there was a large brush fire in the area of Camp Pretty Pond in Boiling Spring Lakes Friday night. The Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Department and the Forestry…
UNCW Irish history professor shares origin of St. Patrick's Day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- St. Patrick's Day, a holiday that the Irish have observed for centuries. Saint Patrick advanced Christianity throughout Ireland and is believed to have died on March 17th. When Irish immigrants brought St. Patrick's Day traditions…