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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.
History with 'Hud': Remembering 154 years of snowfall events across Cape Fear
While the Port City tends to get cold rain or ice events instead of the fluffy white stuff, the area has seen a few significant snowstorms over its history.
Brunswick County's Toys for Tots brought Christmas early for Boiling Spring Lakes families
It's never too early for Santa Claus, even if the date says December 18th. However, earlier today, the Brunswick County U.S. Marine Corps Reserve "Toys for Tots" dropped off a number of toys for kids, including bikes and scooters. Santa is arriving a week early this Christmas, making sure everyone in boiling spring lakes gets to experience the joy of the holidays. The joy that these kids and little Millie Braden have that the holiday brings.
Officials: Invasive 'murder hornets' are wiped out in the US
The Washington and U.S. Departments of Agriculture announced the eradication Wednesday, saying there had been no detections of the northern giant hornet in Washington since 2021.
Gov. McMaster 'confident' Supreme Court will back plan to cut Planned Parenthood funding
After McMaster issued an executive order in 2018 that directed the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to stop abortion clinics from receiving taxpayer funds "for any purpose," Planned Parenthood and a patient sued the state.
Trailing North Carolina Supreme Court candidate asks the court to get involved in his race
Usually the next step for a dissatisfied trailing candidate seeking to prevent the board from issuing a certification of election to their rival is to appeal to Wake County Superior Court, but Griffin went to the Supreme Court instead and asked the justices to rule by this coming Monday on his request to prevent a certificate from being issued to Riggs and to suspend the 10-day deadline to file an appeal in Wake County court.
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office asking for public's help to solve homicide
Don'Tae Nixon was shot and killed outside his home along Stoney Road in the Walnut Hills community of Castle Hayne on December 3rd.
Local charity reaches out to "Secret Santa's" this holiday season
The Cape Fear Volunteer Center and Big Buddy Program, which support children in the Angel Tree program, are facing a shortfall this year.
Carolina Beach to Celebrate 100th Anniversary in 2025
Carolina Beach is gearing up for a major milestone. In 2025, the town will celebrate its 100th anniversary.
Holiday spending soars despite growing economic divide
Spending last month grew by nearly 10% from last year, keeping on track with holiday spending estimates. Although consumer sentiment tell another story.