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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.
North Carolina seeing an uptick in flu cases, as first pediatric death is reported
The child lived in the western part of the state and recently died from complications of influenza.
15 year old Columbus County girl found after going missing for nearly 24 hours
15-year-old Jettie Edwards, who is autistic, went missing from her grandmother's home, located in the 9000 block of Hallsboro Road South, on Tuesday night.
US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.
Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel
President Donald Trump delivered a politically charged speech Wednesday carried live in prime time on network television, seeking to pin the blame for economic challenges on Democrats while announcing he is sending a $1,776 bonus check to U.S. troops for Christmas.
Oak Island takes on largest non-emergency beach nourishment in 25 years
OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY-TV) – Oak Island is undertaking it largest non-emergency beach nourishment project in over 25 years. Since mid-November, crews have been moving…
Wilmington celebrates grand re-opening of roadway after $15M upgrade
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – The city of Wilmington celebrated their grand re-opening of Fifth Avenue on Wednesday. The roadway located between downtown and Greenfield Lake Park underwent…
Community group event provides $3,000 aid to Wilmington woman amid fiancé’s transplant recovery
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- When Vanessa Vaccaro moved here with her fiancé Steven McCauslin, they knew no one. "I had just moved here; my fiancé had gotten a new job…
Good Shepherd Center spreads holiday cheer with toy drive for Wilmington families
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington hosted a toy drive for children and families in need in hopes of spreading the Christmas spirit. Dozens of cars lined up at Good Shepherd Center Wednesday in order to have their trunks filled with Christmas…
18-year-old sentenced to prison after shooting and attempted robbery of THC cartridge
An 18-year-old man will serve at least 5 years in prison after attempting to steal a THC cartridge.