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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.
NCDOT, New Hanover County officials give update on road clearing efforts, winter storm impact
The North Carolina Department of Transportation continues to work around the clock to clear roads, though some will take longer to clear than others.
Local pool tournament sees big draw with thousands on the line
While most people were focused on the weather over the weekend, there were others who showed up to a massive tournament with the hope of claiming a cash prize.
NCDOT: Crews make progress clearing snow, but full cleanup expected to take days
Crews with the North Carolina Department of Transportation are making progress clearing snow and ice from interstates and major highways across the state, but officials say it will take several days to fully clear many other state-maintained roads, especially in areas hit hardest by the storm.
NCDMV ending 7 a.m. openings at 90 driver license offices
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles says extended early-morning hours at 90 driver license offices across the state will end this week as federal funding runs out.
Wilmington man sentenced to 13.5 years in federal prison for sex trafficking minor
A federal judge has sentenced a Wilmington man to 13½ years in federal prison for luring a minor into sex trafficking and producing child sexual abuse material.
Ella Langley bringing ‘The Dandelion Tour’ to Wilmington this summer
Country music artist Ella Langley will make a stop in Wilmington this summer as part of her newly announced headlining arena tour, The Dandelion Tour.
MLK Parkway expected to fully reopen by midday
Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway is expected to fully reopen around midday as crews continue addressing lingering winter weather impacts, according to the Wilmington Police Department.
The Latest: Partial government shutdown drags as debate over ICE deepens
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces tough days ahead trying to muscle a federal funding package to passage and prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown as debate intensifies over the Trump administration’s sweeping immigration enforcement operations.
Black ice creates hazardous travel conditions across southeastern NC
Unusually heavy snow from this weekend’s winter storm combined with subfreezing temperatures across southeastern North Carolina is expected to create hazardous black ice conditions over the next several days.