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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.
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Southport community unites in healing and hope after tragic shooting
The community has rallied together since the shooting with neighbors helping neighbors.
MED Week kicks off in Cape Fear to celebrate and support minority businesses
An event was held in the WWAY event center Friday to kick off a week celebrating minority businesses in the Cape Fear Region.
Southport police chief addresses community after deadly mass shooting
Southport Police Chief Todd Coring released a statement on Friday afternoon following Saturday night’s mass shooting at the American Fish Company, which left three people dead and six injured.
City of Southport releases names of those injured in shooting at American Fish Company
The City of Southport has released the names of the people injured in Saturday night’s mass shooting at the American Fish Company.
Gov. Josh Stein signs "Iryna's Law" to reform criminal justice system
The legislation, named after the 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska who was stabbed on a Charlotte light rail, aims to eliminate certain forms of cashless bail and establish stricter pretrial release requirements for violent offenses.
Conservation group halts effort to preserve Sledge Forest in New Hanover County
A nonprofit dedicated to protecting land and water resources in North Carolina says it will no longer pursue efforts to conserve the Sledge Forest property in New Hanover County.
Fort Fisher to host WWII 80th anniversary commemoration Saturday
Fort Fisher State Historic Site will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II with a special event on Saturday, Oct. 4.
Feds reimburse Florida $608 million for 'Alligator Alcatraz' costs
Federal officials on Friday confirmed that Florida has been reimbursed $608 million for the costs of building and running an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades, exposing “Alligator Alcatraz” to the risk of being ordered to close for a second time.