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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.
Cape Fear Pride: Carolina Beach's North End
He is almost as much a fixture on Carolina Beach's north end as the sun, the sand and the surf. For at least eight hours a day, 200 days a year, Twig Wiggins dons his favorite hat and plants himself in his beach chair hoping the fish are biting.
Pender County parents upset over superintendent severance pay
Seventy-five thousand dollars. That's how much the Pender County schools Superintendent Ted Kaniuka will receive in severance pay after resigning early this week. Some parents say that's not money well spent.
Shallotte Volunteer Rescue Squad facing financial troubles, absorption
The Shallotte Volunteer Rescue Squad may not be volunteer for much longer. Brunswick County officials want to absorb the rescue squad and help with its financial troubles.
Cape Fear Pride: Pleasure Island
At the southern tip of the island Pleasure Island Safari owner Barbara Bach is ready to take you on a safari, showing you the sights both natural and man-made on the island and beyond.
Mattel recalls nine million toys
Another major recall is underway -- and this one could affect you. The Mattel company announced Tuesday it's recalling nine million toys made in China.
The toys contain lead paint or have parts and accessories that pose a choking hazard.
Healthy, low-fat diet helps fight colon cancer
Previous research has found connections between a meat- and fat-heavy western diet and heart disease, diabetes and breast cancer. Now, it's been linked to colon cancer. A new study reveals a healthy low-fat diet can make a difference even after you've been diagnosed.
Pender County woman charged with animal cruelty
A Pender County woman charged with animal cruelty had her court case continued Tuesday. Anita Hewett was charged with eight counts of animal cruelty last month by the Columbus County Animal Cruelty investigator.
Wilmington man in court facing murder charges
Three months after 17-year-old Antonio Brown was shot to death a Wilmington man is in court on murder charges. Marvin Newkirk made his first appearance in New Hanover County court Tuesday.
Pender County announces new superintendent
School starts in less than a week and Pender County has just named a new superintendent. This comes less than 24 hours after the former superintendent resigned. Ted Kaniuka abruptly resigned Sunday night. Monday night the school board announced his replacement. Allison Sholar is the new school superintendent for Pender County.