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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.
State to standardize animal euthanasia practices
It's been in the works for years, and Wednesday, the state is one step closer to standardizing euthanasia practices at county animal shelters.
The goal is to ensure the process is as humane as possible.
Currently the guidelines for euthanizing animals vary widely from county to county.
12 inmates charged in Raleigh jail riot
Officials say a dozen jail inmates were charged today with felony rioting and assault following an incident that injured three jail officers early this morning.
Team in Training program runs for charity
A group of runners is training for a special cause. The Team in Training program runs for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. They're dedicated to running the 26.2 miles to raise money for blood cancer research. DONATE HERE
Edwards pushes better education for poor
Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards wants to strengthen education for poor children and make schools more economically diverse in order to fight poverty.
Shark bites woman on Atlantic Beach
A woman on vacation in North Carolina was bitten by a shark while wading on Atlantic Beach. It's the state's first reported attack this year.
Town leaders may be on board to re-zone Hugo Neu site
As it is now, the property where the Hugo Neu corporation once was going to build a dump, is still zoned for a landfill. That's why some elected leaders wanted to rezone the land, by whatever means necessary, even a forced de-annextion.
Gossip Web site debuts in Wilmington, legal questions surface
A new Web site in Wilmington hopes to provide a forum for the kinds of things organizers say are part of every-day conversation.
FDA accused of letting public down
Lawmakers heard allegations that the Food and Drug Administration is letting the public down. From produce to peanut butter to toothpaste, the biggest threat to Americans may be what we put in our mouths.
Stock market pushed to new highs
Buyers in the stock market have pushed indices to new highs. Investors are rallying around remarks by the president of the federal reserve bank of Kansas City, Thomas Hoenig, who predicts housing should strengthen later this year.