New Hanover, Pender County is under Tornado Warning until 5 p.m.
New Hanover and Pender County are currently under a Tornado Warning, until 5 p.m. Affected areas include Murraysville, Ogden, Hampstead, and Kings Grant.
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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.
FEMA announces nearly $33 million for North Carolina disaster recovery
FEMA announced nearly $33 million in funding for more than 20 recovery and mitigation projects in North Carolina, including projects aimed at repairing infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Helene and other disasters.
Veteran actor Jordan Rhodes to host presentation at CFCC
Cape Fear Community College will host actor Jordan Rhodes for a presentation and question-and-answer session on September 17. Rhodes will present “Blue Collar Actor” at 3 p.m. in Room 170 of Union Station. The event is being hosted in partnership with CFCC’s Department of Fine Arts, Film and Design and is open to acting students and the general public.
Pender County commissioners delay Beth Burns appointment
Pender County commissioners delayed a vote Tuesday on appointing Beth Burns to fill a vacant seat on the Board of Commissioners.
Pender County EMS merger moves forward, but still faces staffing challenges
Pender County commissioners received an update Tuesday on the county’s emergency services merger, about two months after the departments were brought together.
Tides of Time: Historic Watha School Preserves a Legacy of Sacrifice and Community
Walking back into a school you haven't seen since you were five years old can bring back memories you thought you'd forgotten. For me, stepping inside the old Watha School in Pender County was a journey back to kindergarten in the mid-1970s — just a few years after the school was integrated.
Frances Tiafoe comes from 2 sets down to beat Michelsen and reach the US Open semifinals
NEW YORK (AP) — Frances Tiafoe kept coming back until he had reached his third U.S. Open semifinal, beating Alex Michelsen 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6 (10-6) on Tuesday. Tiafoe, who lost the first two sets and then trailed 3-0 in the…
New Hanover County residents encouraged to volunteer through new online platform
New Hanover County residents are being encouraged to honor the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance by volunteering in the community. Residents can find local volunteer opportunities through the newly launched ILM Volunteer Hub, a free online platform connecting people with nonprofit organizations throughout New Hanover County.
‘Freaky Friday: A New Musical’ coming to Hampstead in October
Untitled Theatre Productions will present Disney’s Freaky Friday: A New Musical at the Hampstead Annex October 8-11. The musical is based on Mary Rodgers’ novel Freaky Friday and the Disney films. It follows a mother and daughter who unexpectedly switch places, forcing them to experience each other’s lives and perspectives.