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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 Police hold annual 'Demo Day'
The event gives kids and adults an opportunity to see police equipment like the bomb unit, or the mobile command center.
Bill banning shrimp trawling to not move forward in NC House
A day after hundreds of fishermen protested against a controversial amendment that would impact shrimp trawling throughout the state, the newly amended bill will not advance out of the house.
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority to hold meeting for Raw Water Main Project
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority will hold a meeting at 2 p.m. on Monday, July 14, to accept public comments on the Engineering Report and Environmental Information Document for the 48” Parallel Raw Water Main Project.
Fayetteville woman sentenced 5 years for federal student aid fraud
A Fayetteville woman has been sentenced to five years in prison for stealing millions of dollars from the federal student aid program involving Cape Fear Community College.
Summer library program starts with New Hanover County Schools
School might be out, but the learning continues with the New Hanover County School's summer library program.
City of Wilmington receives state grant to build inclusive playground
The City of Wilmington announces that a brand-new inclusive playground is coming to the Fit for Fun Center
NC Wildlife Resources Commission looking for nominations for Thomas L Quay award
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is asking for nominations for their annual Thomas L. Quay award.
Trump says US and Iranian officials will talk next week as ceasefire holds
The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran appeared to be holding on Wednesday while U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that U.S. and Iranian officials will talk next week, giving rise to cautious hope for longer-term peace even as Tehran insisted it will not give up its nuclear program.
15 people, including 10 children, taken to hospital following lightning strike at SC lake
More than a dozen people were transported to local hospitals after a reported lightning strike on the water at Lake Murray.