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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.
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Weekend of January 20-22
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- It's the middle of January, but don't let the cold weather keep you hibernating at home like a bear. From planting for spring, to eclectic…
Wilmington woman turning old coolers into cat shelters
A new initiative from a Wilmington woman is benefiting our four-legged friends.
Historical marker unveiled at Leland home integral to town's 1989 incorporation
A new historical marker has been placed in front of the Benton Residence in Leland.
Volunteers clean up 1,600 pounds of trash around Wilmington railroad tracks
42 volunteers turned out Saturday to a trash clean up event in Wilmington.
C.F. Pope Elementary hosting 'Parent and Me' dance aimed at families of all types
The Town of Burgaw hosts Mom and Son or Dad and Daughter dances, but doesn't have many options for those who don't fit that picture, according to a press release.
Additional suspect arrested in connection to October Wilmington shooting
A fourth person has been arrested in connection to a 2022 Wilmington shooting.
ILM sees drop in number of firearms discovered by TSA
North Carolina airport TSA officers discovered a total of 250 firearms in travelers' carry-on bags in 2022, down slightly from the total of 254 found in 2021.
US hits debt ceiling, prompting Treasury to take extraordinary measures
The US hit the debt ceiling set by Congress on Thursday, forcing the Treasury Department to start taking extraordinary measures to keep the government paying its bills and escalating pressure on Capitol Hill to avoid a catastrophic default.
Activist Minnijean Brown-Trickey speaks at UNCW MLK Jr. event
The 'Upperman African American cultural Center' honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a celebration at UNCW Wednesday night.