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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.
Gov. Stein signs stopgap budget bill and vetoes opt-in bill helping school choice
The vetoed bill now returns to the General Assembly, where override votes could happen as early as Aug. 26. Republicans are one House seat shy of a veto-proof majority, and last week lawmakers were able to gain the Democratic support needed to override eight of Stein's 14 earlier vetoes. Two House Democrats voted for the tax credit bill.
Pender County jury convicts Burgaw man of First Degree Forcible Rape
Robinson has previously been convicted of sexual assault felonies in New York and South Carolina. The 1994 rape victim from South Carolina testified at this trial.
SC AG rules self-defense in road-rage killing of Tabor City man
Scott Spivey, 33, of Tabor City, died in a Sept. 9 shooting along Camp Swamp Road in the Loris area. He was involved in an altercation with Kenneth Williams and Weldon Boyd.
Redistricting fight in Texas renews gerrymandering debate in NC
As Democratic lawmakers in Texas attempt to block a redistricting effort that could give house Republicans five new seats, it's reignited debate over the issue of gerrymandering here in North Carolina.
Brunswick County files lawsuit against contractor over new water filters
Brunswick County has filed a lawsuit against a contractor for failing to install new filters at a water treatment plant.
Road, bridge to be renamed for fallen officers in Columbus County
Two fallen law enforcement officers from southeastern North Carolina will be honored with permanent roadway designations following the passage of House Bill 23 by the North Carolina General Assembly.
UNCW student identified as person killed by train in downtown Clayton
Clayton Police have identified the person who was struck and killed by an Amtrak train in downtown Clayton late Tuesday afternoon
Fire departments rescue driver pinned in vehicle in Bladen County
A accident victim was successfully rescued after being pinned inside a vehicle following a crash on a Bladen County road.
Final segment of Hampstead Bypass moves forward with $182 million contract
The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded a construction contract for the final segment of the Hampstead Bypass, a long-anticipated project aimed at easing congestion and improving connectivity in New Hanover and Pender counties.