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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.
Boil water advisory until further notice in Atkinson
A boil water advisory is in effect until further notice for the Town of Atkinson.
Couple who tried to save surfer in Kure Beach speaks about ordeal
Last week, a man in Kure Beach died during a surfing accident. Before first responders arrived, one couple on the beach sprang into action to help him.
Pender County Schools publicly releases dismissal letter to fired bus driver
The firing comes as the district is facing at least nine bus driver vacancies, and extensive route delays.
A woman’s killing was unsolved for 44 years. A cigarette butt just led to an arrest, police say
DNA evidence from a cigarette butt has led to an arrest in the 1980 killing of a woman in Washington state, police said this week.
1 police officer shot and killed, 2 others wounded in Dallas, Texas shooting
One police officer has been shot and killed and two others wounded after a shooting in Dallas late Thursday, authorities have confirmed.
'A Safe Place' celebrates year with annual luncheon
'A Safe Place' held their annual luncheon in the Wilmington Convention Center Thursday to celebrate another year of advancing their mission. "This is my favorite day of the year," said Dawn Ferrer. "We get to come together to celebrate what we've accomplished but to also thank our community for being supportive all these years." She adds North Carolina is ranked 9th in the country for human trafficking.
Former Marine found guilty of rape, sexual battery
A Pender County jury found 33-year-old Darryl Leroy Smith guilty of Second-Degree Forcible Rape, Sexual Battery and Assault on a Female.
NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother have died after their bicycles were hit by a car
NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his younger brother were killed Thursday night when they were hit by a suspected drunk driver while riding bicycles in their home state of New Jersey, police said.
Cape Fear businesses prepare for unofficial last days of summer
According to Triple-A, a record number of people are expected to travel this Labor Day weekend by plane or car, and that's a 9% increase from last year.