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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.
Haynes Brigman appointed Wrightsville Beach town manager
Brigman most recently served as deputy county manager for Brunswick County, and previously worked as town manager for the Town of Harrisburg, Town of Pineville, and Town of Yanceyville.
Towns look to curb high mosquito populations
Last month, Tropical Storm Debby's downpours left a lot of standing water around the Cape Fear. Experts say all that water is the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Cameron Art Museum partners with New Hanover County for art exhibit
The “Home in the Cape Fear” exhibit includes a range of works from landscapes to modern art, all from local artists.
Burgwin-Wright Fall Historic Walking Tours to begin
The tours will start this Friday with “Colonial Wilmington and the Revolution” at 9 a.m. Tickets are $20 and the tour lasts 90 minutes.
Rolling into the future: Wilmington’s new trash trucks debut
The City of Wilmington is introducing a new system for curbside trash removal with a fleet of automated trucks. These new automated "side-loader trucks" will be operational starting Monday, September 23rd. The city is adding nine of these advanced trucks, which come with new trash collection routes.
Trump says he won't participate in any more debates before the 2024 election
Former President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will not take part in any more debates ahead of the 2024 election.
Man found guilty of First Degree Murder in Whiteville shooting
Leroy Moore Jr. has been sentenced to life without the possibility of parole after being found guilty of the October 2021 murder of Tony Baker.
Polaris Dawn astronauts complete historic 1st commercial spacewalk
The SpaceX Polaris Dawn mission crew completed the first-ever commercial spacewalk on Thursday.
Dosher begins construction of new Emergency Department
Dosher Memorial Hospital announced today that they have begun construction of the new 8,000 square foot Emergency Department