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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.
Canned green beans distributed by Target given 2nd-highest FDA recall classification
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has assigned its second-highest classification to an earlier recall involving some canned green beans sold at Target.
Grassroots group holds town hall for Rep. Rouzer constituents
The "Where is Rouzer" town hall was held to allow constituents of the area Rouzer represents to take part in a town hall.
Trial underway for man charged in Wilmington murder
Jonathan Burgess is accused of killing 25-year-old Alexandra Faith Gillikin in the 700 block of Galley Lane in May 2022.
George Foreman, boxing legend and entrepreneur, dies at 76
George Foreman, the former heavyweight boxing champion turned business entrepreneur who was part of some of the sport's most memorable matches and moments, died Friday at the age of 76, his family announced.
Lumberton ABC Store Theft Leads to multiple Columbus County Search Warrants
The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) and Chadbourn Police Department have concluded a multi-county investigation in which marijuana, spirituous liquor and numerous controlled substances were seized. This collaborative investigation resulted in the execution of two search warrants at a residence in Chadbourn. Three involved subjects have been identified, with one being arrested for multiple felony and misdemeanor charges and warrants outstanding for two others.
New agreement in Hilton Bluffs Development
Copper Builders, the project’s developer, has reached an agreement to sell over 1,160 acres of timberland to Unique Places to Save.
911 call released in Bladen County triple homicide investigation
Though the caller initially mentioned gunshots, the sheriff’s office later confirmed that the victims had multiple stab wounds.
Arbor Day celebrated with tree planting at Hoggard High School
Today is Arbor Day for North Carolina. The City of Wilmington and the Wilmington Tree Commission celebrated by planting a tree at Hoggard High School.
17th annual National Missing Persons Conference this weekend
The CUE (Community United Effort) Center for Missing Persons is holding its 17th annual National Missing Persons conference in Wilmington this weekend.