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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.
North Carolina lawmakers unveil finalized $34B state budget with teacher raises, tax cuts and Hurricane Helene funding
North Carolina legislative leaders announced Tuesday that they have finalized a $34 billion state budget that includes teacher and state employee pay raises, continued income tax reductions, more than $700 million for Hurricane Helene recovery, and significant investments in education, transportation and public safety.
Surf City one step closer to major beach restoration project
A long-awaited federal beach nourishment project in Surf City is moving closer to construction after receiving approval to use existing federal funding, according to Congressman David Rouzer's office.
Wilmington armed hostage situation ends with suspect hospitalized
The Wilmington Police Department is investigating a hostage situation that ended with the suspect suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound Sunday evening.
19-year-old charged with first-degree murder after Wilmington shooting victim dies
A Wilmington man is now charged with first-degree murder after a woman who was critically injured in a shooting at the Cypress Cove Apartments earlier this month died from her injuries.
Supreme Court upholds state bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's school sports
The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams, in another setback for transgender people.
Wall Street drifts toward the finish of a tough June
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are drifting toward the finish line of a tough June on Tuesday. The S&P 500 was virtually unchanged and heading toward its first losing month following two fabulous ones. The Dow Jones Industrial Average…
Red Cross urges North Carolinians to stay safe during dangerous heat
The American Red Cross is urging North Carolinians to take precautions as dangerously high temperatures are expected across the state this week.
Why most Black Americans say they never fly the American flag, according to a new AP-NORC poll
DETROIT (AP) — Jerry Esters proudly displays the American flag each day on his Detroit home. A few miles away, Yvonne Pistochini says there is no scenario under which she would allow the Stars and Stripes to cast its shadow where she lives.
Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in Connecticut in "jackpotting" scheme, FBI says
(CBS)-- Four men have been federally charged for allegedly stealing more than half a million dollars in a "jackpotting" scheme that targeted ATM machines across Connecticut, authorities said.