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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.
Airlie Garden Train Show
The Cape Fear Model Railroad Club sponsored a free model train show Saturday at Airlie Gardens.
Reigning Mrs. N.C. awarded first runner-up in US pageant
The Mrs. United States pageant concluded late Thursday night in Las Vegas.
Reigning Mrs. North Carolina April Storms-Britt competed in the contest. Out of 54 contestants April was awarded first runner-up.
Port City Chargers player to miss first game
The Port City Chargers football team is gearing up for their first-ever game tomorrow. One player will be sitting out...
Hundreds gather for pro-am Surf Fest
The second-largest surfing competition on the east coast is going on in Wrightsville Beach. The third annual pro-am Surf Fest started Friday morning. Hundreds are turning out for the pro-am competition.
Pets left homeless by Midwest storms coming to Greensboro
Dogs and cats displaced by flooding in the Midwest are coming to Greensboro. Animal rescue organizations in Oklahoma have been working with the Greensboro-based Animal Rescue And Foster Program to help save the animals.
Assault suspect evades police
Wilmington police are looking for a man who led them on a chase last night.
Despite the use of a K-9 unit and helicopter, police were unable to catch Chris Woodard.
Superstitions running wild on Friday the 13th
It's Friday the 13th. Are you feeling superstitious? For many people here in Wilmington superstitions are running wild.
Some garden hoses contain harmful lead
When you consider your garden hose cancer and birth defects probably don't come to mind.
Garden hoses contain harmful chemicals including lead. If you read the fine print, you'll see the warning: "do not drink water from this hose."
Three spills leak 12,000 gallons of sewage into Bradley Creek
Three sewage spills in the past week have Bradley Creek area residents speaking out.
Crews caused the spills last week while working to repair the lining of the sewage pipe that runs through the Wrightsville Green community. That project is now on hold while county engineers, consultants, and contractors come up with a plan to prevent another spill from happening while repair projects are going on.