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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.
RCC needs help choosing mascot for upcoming athletics program
Robeson Community College is inviting students, faculty, staff, and community members to help choose the name of its soon-to-be-launched athletics program’s mascot.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Tractor trailer overturns on US 17 in Shallotte
The Shallotte Police Department is on the scene of an overturned tractor trailer.
184-unit affordable housing project unanimously approved by Wilmington City Council
The council unanimously approved the rezoning of more than 6 and a half acres of land for the project.
Rare bird species nesting in Masonboro Inlet
Piping Plovers are an endangered species that nest on the beaches of the Great Lakes during the summer, before making their way to the southeastern Atlantic region for winter.
UNCW announces officially licensed NIL Store for Seahawk Student-Athletes merchandise
Soon, Seahawk fans can once again rock officially licensed gear with their favorite student-athletes names and numbers. Now, those student-athletes will also see some of the money.
Oak Island Town Council names Kathryn Adams new Town Manager
Currently in the role of Assistant Town Manager / Finance Director, Adams had been serving as Interim Town Manager since the retirement of the previous manager, David Kelly, on July 1 of this year.
North Carolina court reverses contempt charge against potential juror who wouldn't wear mask
The Harnett County Courthouse at the time was under a mask directive that said masks were optional in common areas and meeting rooms, but judges had discretion to require masks inside their courtrooms.
Inmate awaiting execution says South Carolina didn't share enough about lethal injection drug
Owens faces a Friday deadline to let prison officials know if he chooses to die by lethal injection, electrocution or the new firing squad. If he doesn't choose he would go to the electric chair.
New Hanover County Schools considers policy aimed at preventing drug overdoses
The district plans to equip each school with a supply of naloxone, also known by its brand name Narcan.