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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.
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office looking for missing woman
Melissa Anne Norris, 44, is 5’4” and roughly 130 pounds, with green eyes and brown hair.
Oak Island removing private flags from public street signs
While the Town says it appreciates the attempt for patriotic display, and in no way discourages personal expression of support to good causes, the unauthorized placement of private materials on a public marker identifying a State or Town roadway is not permissible.
Voters deal with long wait times as early voting kicks off Thursday
The first day of early voting began on Thursday as thousands of voters made their way to the polls throughout the Cape Fear.
Young athletes enjoy Special Olympics Fall Games
Young athletes left it all out on the field at Legion Stadium in Wilmington. Special Olympics of New Hanover County is hosting their Fall Games, allowing children ages 2 through 7 to run around and enjoy a variety of sports and activities.
Governor Cooper joins Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Western NC to survey storm damage
Governor Roy Cooper joined United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Western North Carolina Thursday for a briefing on recovery efforts with federal officials and view damaged areas in Asheville and Canton.
North Topsail Beach experiences dune erosion after heavy rain
After Tropical Storm Debby and Potential Tropical Cyclone 8 moved over the area, the dunes along North Topsail Beach have been slowly receding, even taking some beach access stairs along with it.
New recreation complex in Surf City to receive new amenities next year
A recently opened recreation complex in Surf City is getting lots of use from the community, but new additions to the park are still coming.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The power of early detection
As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we sat down with a survivor to hear her story and a specialist who has advice that could save your life—or the life of someone you know.
Former members of One Direction say they're 'completely devastated' by Liam Payne's death
The former members of English boy band One Direction reacted publicly to the sudden death of their bandmate, Liam Payne, for the first time on Thursday, saying in a joint statement that they’re “completely devastated.”