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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.
How area football officials are getting into shape ahead of the 2025 season
To be a sports official, it takes more than having a strong knowledge of the rules and having good vision to see the action.
NCDEQ secretary tours Wilmington water treatment plant as PFAS pollution continues
NCDEQ Secretary Reid Wilson toured the Sweeny Water Treatment Plant Friday as PFAS polluters continue to dump into waterways with no limits.
Welcome Home Angel reveals new accessible room to young boy
One New Hanover County boy received a new renovation to his home to make it more accessible.
WHQR raises more than $169k after seeing federal funds cut
With an hour to go -- at 5 p.m. Friday -- Crane said the station had raised $169,950.
Beach injuries and how to treat them
Experts are warning about beach injuries and proper treatment.
Trump administration finishes review of federal grant for Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement
"NCDOT is in the process of completing pre-construction activities, including the completion of necessary environmental documents," the spokeswoman said. "Once pre-construction activities are completed, NCDOT will work with the USDOT to finalize the agreement for the $242 million Large Bridge Grant award, which will provide partial funding to construct the new bridge."
Columbus County Sheriff's Office says repeat drug offender being held without bond
The Sheriff's Office says Wells was already out on bond from a previous Vice/Narcotics arrest at the time of this incident. Due to this status, he received no bond and remains in custody awaiting his next court appearance.
Woman arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle drugs into Whiteville prison
India Leandra Berryman was allegedly in possession of illegal narcotics and had attempted to deliver them to an inmate at the Brunswick Correctional Institution, located at 1255 Prison Camp Road in Whiteville.
Missing Onslow County woman found alive in Colorado, sheriff office says
A North Carolina woman who was reported missing late last year has been found alive in Colorado, according to the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office in California.