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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.
Grandparents as primary caregivers
Sunday, September 7th, was Grandparents Day, the day to honor our parent's parents. The U.S. Census Bureau reports two and a half million grandparents have more responsibilities and are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren.
Federal agency: NC cement plant could harm wetlands
WILMINGTON -- A federal agency says a proposed cement plant and quarry in coastal North Carolina wetlands could harm rare plant, animal and aquatic species, and should be built elsewhere. The Star-News of Wilmington reported Wednesday the U.S. Fish and…
NC judge holds man in contempt for phone video
FAYETTEVILLE -- A man convicted of contempt of court for taking a cell phone video says he will appeal the case because he meant no harm and was just "camera-happy." Jaime Cornelius Brown was sentenced to 18 months probation for…
NC Army post restricts water use after storm
FORT BRAGG -- Water restrictions are in place after Tropical Storm Hanna dumped so much rain into the water source for Fort Bragg that the Army post's water system can't properly treat it. Public works officials at Fort Bragg said…
Workers' compensation rates expected to drop in NC
RALEIGH -- Workers' compensation insurance rates will be dropping in North Carolina next year, for the first time in five years. The News & Observer of Raleigh reported Wednesday the North Carolina Rate Bureau has requested an average drop of…
NC-based Marines get motorcycle safety training
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. -- The Marines Corps is offering specialized motorcycle training to Marines as the service tries to curb the rising number of fatal accidents. The California Superbike safety training course scheduled for Wednesday at…
Family reunited with missing three-legged dog
A Scott's Hill family that has been desperately searching for its dog for weeks was reunited with her today.
New developments about bones found off Carolina Beach road
New developments in the investigation of two sets of bones found off Carolina Beach Road.