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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.
Asking her dad seems easy now
If you've ever asked a woman's father for permission to marry his daughter, you have to have a certain amount of respect for Henry Hager.
New Name for Museum Lecture Series
The Museum of Coastal Carolina has renamed its Evening Lecture Series in memory of the late Bruce Porter. Along with Museum Founder Stuart Ingram, Mr. Porter was instrumental in starting the lecture series. He passionately and tenaciously sought out expert speakers on topics of interests to him, local residents, and visitors. Bruce Porter was a lifelong learner and held lifelong friendships with his fellow West Point graduates. He was well-traveled and loved sailing and boating. With memorial gifts from his family and friends, the Museum purchased a public address system for the Museum lecture hall.
At least 1 dead as Hurricane Dean bears down on Caribbean
Authorities say Hurricane Dean is being blamed for at least one death as the storm moves through the Caribbean.
Fed cuts discount rate
The Federal Reserve is taking dramatic action to restore calm in global financial markets amid the turmoil triggered by a widening credit crisis.
Governor signs bills to help homeowners
Mortgage lenders face greater disclosure in North Carolina under three bills signed by Governor Mike Easley.
N.C. native Max Roach, master jazz percussionist, dead at 83
North Carolina-born jazz percussionist Max Roach has died at the age of 83. A spokesman for Blue Note Records says Roach died Wednesday night after a long illness.
Edwards calls on Democrats to bar lobbyists' money
Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards was the party's top fundraising organizations to stop accepting money from federal lobbyists.
Authorities investigating deadly Ogden shooting
New Hanover County deputies are investigating the death of a man found shot in his home late Thursday night. Deputies say someone broke into a house in the 2500 block of Bradfield Court near Gordon Road and shot 23-year-old Geoffrey Graham with a shotgun.
Local war opponents present check to congressman
A group of opponents of the war in Iraq, including some members of the political action group MoveOn.org, expressed their concerns Thursday.