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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.
Wilmington to benefit from record-setting Qatar Airways engine order
Qatar Airways will purchase 400+ GE Aerospace engines to power their new Boeing 787 and 777X aircraft — the largest widebody engine order in GE Aerospace’s history. GE Aerospace says that it is a major boost to GE Aerospace’s workers in Wilmington.
Divisions emerge among House Republicans over how much to cut taxes and Medicaid in Trump's bill
Cheers broke out early Wednesday as Republicans on the House Ways and Means Committee signed off on the GOP tax breaks bill after a grueling round-the-clock session that pushed President Donald Trump's package past overwhelming Democratic opposition.
History with 'Hud': Winnabow couple's journey to restore historic governor's birth house as their forever home
There are an endless number of historic houses in the cape fear which attract thousands of visitors each year. But one tucked away off a rural road in Brunswick County was so overlooked for years it was gradually falling into disrepair.
54 people killed in overnight airstrikes on southern Gaza city, hospital says
Multiple airstrikes hit Gaza’s southern city of Khan Younis overnight into Thursday, killing more than 50 people in a second consecutive night of heavy bombing.
Two men arrested in connection with a shooting at a Wilmington Parking Deck
Police have arrested two men in connection with a shooting that took place inside a parking deck in the Wilmington area.
Clean Cape Fear holds meeting to update residents on PFAS concerns
A group called Clean Cape Fear held an event Wednesday with several groups talking about PFAS, including representatives from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Conservation Network.
Ashley soccer player reflects on return from devastating injury
Ashley girls soccer is looking to play in the state championship game like they did last year, which was when one of their own was dealing with a devastating injury.
Commissioner Zapple named to state’s Residential Code Council
North Carolina Residential Code Council has appointed New Hanover County Commissioner Rob Zapple to serve.
Sunset Beach Councilman Pete Larkin resigns due to family medical situation
The term of the interim appointment will run until the new Town Council is sworn in this December.