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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.
Two-way Front Street concerns, one year later
It has been about a year and a half since Front Street stopped being one way. Some business owners said the conversion has brought more customers. Others say traffic is too congested, and it is not safe for pedestrians.
Brunswick County hiring policies change
Another school policy reported last week was New Hanover County’s new policy to prohibit faculty relationships with students.
Some oceanfront property owners being put on notice
Some oceanfront property owners are being told to remove old sandbags, or face hefty fines.
Elon Poll: Most in NC support offshore drilling
RALEIGH -- An Elon University poll says more than two-thirds of North Carolina adults support drilling for oil off the state's coast. The poll released Monday found that 69 percent of respondents supported or strongly supported offshore drilling. About one-quarter…
NC sheriff awaiting Marine's return from Mexico
JACKSONVILLE -- A North Carolina sheriff says a Marine being held on a murder charge in Mexico won't be singled out when he is returned to the United State for trial. But it still isn't known when 21-year-old Cpl. Cesar…
Investigators change course in deputy's death
LENOIR, N.C. -- Authorities have changed the focus of their investigation into the fatal shooting of a Caldwell County sheriff's deputy, moving from a manhunt for the suspect to a search for leads. Det. B.J. Fore, public information officer for…
Report: Board member steered money near properties
RALEIGH -- A state Board of Transportation member who raised funds for Gov. Mike Easley reportedly steered roughly $375,000 in public money to road improvements near properties that he or a son co-owned at the time. The News & Observer…
NC lighthouse finalist in restoration poll
MANTEO, N.C. -- One of the lighthouses on the North Carolina Outer Banks has been selected as a finalist in a restoration contest sponsored by a window and door manufacturer. Superintendent Mike Murray of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore said…