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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.
President Obama coming to North Carolina
On Friday, April 2, President Obama will travel to the Charlotte, NC area and deliver remarks on the economy.
Parent information meeting scheduled for Wrightsboro Elementary parents after mold discovered
Parents of Wrightsboro Elementary School are encouraged to attend an information meeting about the school’s recent location change. New Hanover County Schools and NHC Health Department officials, along with Dr. Sean Lucas of Allergy Partners of Coastal Carolina, will be available to answer parents’ questions.
Response from Senator Burr on his objection to Armed Services Committee Hearing
“Much has been said about my objection to the Armed Services Committee chairman’s request to meet on Wednesday afternoon which required unanimous consent of Congress. . . ."
Historic home auction benefits charity
The 4,100 square foot house built in 1925 was featured on "One Tree Hill." You can tour the house during the Azalea Festival.
14th Annual Nurses’ Day Celebration
You are invited to attend the 14th Annual Nurses’ Day Celebration sponsored by the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) School of Nursing and the North Carolina Nurses’ Association (NCNA), District 22. The event will be held at UNCW from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. on May 6, 2010.
FIRST ON 3: N.C. Coastal Resources Commission votes on terminal groin recommendations
The N.C. Coastal Resources Commission today voted to recommend specific considerations that must be met if the N.C. General Assembly should desire to lift some of the current limitations on permanent erosion control structures on North Carolina’s ocean and inlet shorelines.
North Carolina’s unemployment rate up to 11.2% in February
North Carolina’s unemployment rate increased to 11.2 percent in February, according to statistics released today by the state’s Employment Security Commission. The rate increased from 11.1 percent in January.
Illegals and the Census
Filling out your census form is mandated by the U.S. Constitution. Still, many people don't fill it out for fear their private information is going to become public. That's of special concern for illegal or "undocumented" immigrants.