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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.
Wilmington business leader working to maintain Castle Street’s Arts District
An effort is underway to try to preserve the ambiance and unique character of some buildings in Wilmington’s Castle Street district.
Election results made official as counties complete primary canvass
Election results from the March primary are being made official with county canvasses across the state on Friday.
Petco Love and Wagon Tails Farm present Pop-Up Vaccine Clinic
Wagon Tails Farm will provide free vaccinations for Wilmington area pets. The event is set to take place Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free vaccines are made possible through Petco Love's national vaccination initiative Vaccinated and Loved.
Man in downtown Wilmington attempted kidnapping case pleads guilty
A Wrightsville Beach man charged in the attempted kidnapping of a 7-year-old girl in downtown Wilmington has pleaded guilty.
Former NC Health Secretary and Wilmington native joins board at Healthier United
Healthier United, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that works to improve public health on behalf of Americans, is proud to announce that former North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kody Kinsley has joined the board of its 501(c)(3) arm.
Brunswick County man wins $100,000 in state lottery
A stop for gas on Wednesday ended with Angelo Collins of Southport running into his house screaming after he won the first $100,000 top prize in a new scratch-off game.
Bladen school board to meet to discuss closing date for East Arcadia School
The Bladen County Board of Education voted Monday to close East Arcadia School and consolidate it with Clarkton School of Discovery, but board members did not settle on when the closure would take effect.
Country Music Star Willie Nelson to perform in Wilmington next month
Country music star Willie Nelson is set to bring his unmistakable voice and legendary catalog to Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheatre on Monday, April 27, with special guest Drayton Farley opening the evening.
Google to invest $1 Billion in North Carolina over two years
Google has announced a new $1 Billion investment within the next two years in North Carolina, to grow its data center infrastructure in Lenoir, among other commitments to the state.