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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.
North Carolina publisher hits Number One
North Carolina publisher Algonquin Books has hit the top of the New York Times best-seller list for the first time with a novel about a Depression-era elephant keeper.
Cooper: Rapes, robberies up in 2006 as murder, assaults decline
A mixed report on violent crime in North Carolina. The attorney general says rapes and robberies increased last year while murders and assaults dropped.
Obama heads to Edwards territory for fund-raiser
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is coming into John Edwards' territory today for a fund-raiser while Edwards is unveiling his health care policy in Michigan.
Polar bear euthanized at North Carolina Zoo
A polar bear at the North Carolina zoo has been euthanized because of neurological problems that left it unable to walk or stand.
Recording industry targets North Carolina universities for illegal downloads
Federal lawsuits allege that 28 Duke University computer users illegally downloaded music on the school's computer system.
Scene First: Inaugural student film festival starts in Wilmington
The inaugural Scene First has commitments from several Hollywood producers and directors and the support of industry professionals such as Screen Gems Studios president Frank Capra Junior.
Carolina Beach Town Council approves permit for new hotel
The Carolina Beach boardwalk is one step closer to getting an economic shot in the arm.
Wednesday night, town council approved the conditional use permit for a new hotel.
New Hanover County Schools searching for new superintendent
The search is on for the next New Hanover County Schools superintendent. The school board is meeting right now to discuss its options. Wednesday board members began a closed session meeting to figure out how and possibly who they'll choose as the new superintendent.
High number of teens charged with local murders
In the past year and a half there has been an alarming rise in the number of teenagers charged with murder in our area. A local child psychologist says she fears if something is not done soon with today's youth, more cases of teenage killers will come up.