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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.
History with ‘Hud’: Downtown Post Office continuing to provide service after more than a century
Although no organized service existed when the first people arrived from Europe, British Parliament passed an act in 1710 for the management of a postal system in the colonies.
Site along South Front Street one step closer to being rezoned
The Wilmington Planning Commission approved the rezoning on Wednesday of 2.37 acres of land along South Front and Marstellar Streets.
Judge throws out case involving Basilica of St. Mary's, health center
Vinson said the center's attorneys will be working on a new agreement to possibly let them stay at the church through 2025, but she isn't sure if the church will accept it or not.
Brunswick County Schools buys land in Leland for potential new school
The land will serve as a home to a future elementary school for 750 students.
North Carolina public school students inch higher in test scores; NHCS continues growth trend
North Carolina’s public school students made small performance gains on standardized tests during the past school year, officials announced Wednesday.
North Carolina musician arrested, accused of Artificial Intelligence-assisted fraud caper
An indictment said Smith created thousands of accounts on streaming platforms so that he could stream songs continuously, generating about 661,000 streams per day. It said the avalanche of streams yielded annual royalties of $1.2 million.
New data highlights Wilmington’s transportation challenges and future needs
A national transportation research nonprofit that evaluates road and bridge conditions across the United States has released new data about Wilmington's transportation infrastructure. The study, conducted by National Transportation Research and titled "Keeping North Carolina Mobile," assesses traffic patterns and infrastructure conditions statewide.
Get ready for Election Day: Voting options
With Election Day approaching, it's crucial to ensure you're registered to vote. If you're already registered, you have several options for casting your ballot. Some citizens, like Michael Rivette, prefer to vote in person:
Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson sworn in as district attorney for New Hanover and Pender Counties
Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson was sworn in as district attorney at the New Hanover County Courthouse Wednesday morning. This week, Governor Roy Cooper appointed her to replace Former District Attorney Ben David, who retired.