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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.
Peterson's move to UNCW caught ASU by surprise
After a triumphant return that saw Peterson lead the Mountaineers to the brink of the NCAA tournament, Buzz has flown the coup, this time to the beach and UNC Wilmington. It was not easy getting Peterson to come here. He was offered the job, but turned it down.
Cape Fear National golf course opens
Brunswick County resident Tim Cate designed Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest. The course is now open for public play.
ONLY ON 3: Will curfews, plastic cups, etc. help stop downtown violence? Mugging victim says no.
"In between Grace I was on the phone and I heard some footsteps behind me so I turned and looked around. It was two guys. One punched me in the face, held me by the shirt and held a gun to my head. He told me if I didn't give him everything I had, he was going to shoot me."
UPDATE: Pit bull attacks 13-year-old on way to school bus
Vincent Marchese is home today recovering from his bout with a pit bull Friday.
ONLY ON 3: Student from England stuck in ILM because of volcano
"There's no ferries, there's no trains, Europe is in a huge mess, said Judy Swilley. "I'm looking at even ship options, from like New York to London, but it's a long time. It takes several, several days to do that."
Wilmington City Council to discuss fees on cyber-sweepstakes machines, downtown ABC permits
Items of interest on the agenda include: resolution outlining criteria for the city's recommendation or denial of ABC permits downtown / A resolution outlining criteria for the city's recommendation or denial of ABC permits downtown.
UPDATE: New Hanover County office building flooded
The former NHC Administration Building at 320 Chestnut Street will remain closed until Wednesday while remediation of water damage continues.
Political double talk? McCrory endorses Breazeale and Pantano
Former Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory spent the weekend on the campaign trail in Wilmington. The 2008 Republican nominee for governor endorsed Will Breazeale back in January, but he's also endorsing Ilario Pantano. How can that be? McCrory says he likes both of them.
JUST IN: NHC Commissioners name three to ABC board
New Hanover County Commissioners named three new people to sit on the county ABC Board today. They include David Matthews, John Lyon and Thomas Wolfe.