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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.
"No one will lose their job": Pender EMS and Fire holds board meeting to discuss merging process
After a merger of Pender EMS and Fire with the county was approved last week, the EMS and Fire Board of Directors gathered to discuss the information the county needs for the transition.
Trump is planning to order a shutdown of the Education Department. Here’s what it does
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order Thursday calling for the shutdown of the Education Department, an agency Republicans have talked about closing for decades. The White House says Education Secretary Linda McMahon will be directed to facilitate the department’s closure while “continuing to ensure the effective and uninterrupted delivery of services, programs, and benefits on which Americans rely.” Eliminating the department altogether would be a cumbersome task, which likely would require an act of Congress.
Wreaths Across America brings mobile exhibit to the Cape Fear
The nonprofit is responsible for the national wreath-laying ceremony at veterans' graves sites across the country every December.
Local reaction to a new rideshare tax set to start in July
The Transportation Commerce tax takes effect July 1st. It will place a 1.5% tax on exclusive ride services and a 1% tax on shared-ride services.
Future of Cape Fear Memorial Bridge Replacement Project remains uncertain
A $242 million federal grant is on hold as the Trump administration reviews federal spending. The NCDOT has also raised the estimated project cost from $400 million to around $1 billion.
Columbus County Sheriff speaks out following viral arrest
Around 8:30 pm Monday night, a deputy attempted to pull over Deon Taplin for allegedly running a stop sign.
Drift Coffee set to open three new locations
Allison Ballard with The Star News reports the company plans to add locations in Carolina Beach, Porters Neck, and Hampstead.
Local petition calls for 5 PM free parking at Wrightsville Beach
Paid parking season is back for New Hanover County beaches, and some residents of Wrightsville Beach are pushing for a change.
Help define visit Leland’s tourism future
Visit Leland is inviting the public to an open house to help the future of tourism in Leland.