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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.
Study: Sodas increase heart disease risk
Beverages such as colas, fruit punch and sweet tea can add hundreds of calories to your diet each day. These extra calories turn into extra pounds, which can lead to obesity.
Major food recall getting bigger
A major food recall is getting even bigger. The maker of canned chili is adding more products to the recall. So far, more than 80 different types of canned meat products have been recalled, linked to an outbreak of botulism, a paralyzing disease that can be deadly.
Are you taking a summer vacation this year?
Most Americans earn two weeks a year of paid vacation time. Canadians have double that number of days and Italy leads the western world with 42 vacation days each year. It's the time of year to get away. If you went to work today you might have noticed a bunch of empty desks.
National Guard soldier dies in car wreck
A member of the North Carolina National Guard has been killed in a weekend car accident on his way to a scheduled drill.
Dairy farmer accused of killing wife released on bond
A dairy farmer accused of killing his wife and stuffing her body in a toolbox is out of jail. Jerry Anderson's release in Gast
Democratic hopefuls prepare for debate
Not much campaigning today for the Democratic presidential candidates, who are preparing for a debate tonight at The Citadel in Charleston.
Minor-league coach killed by line-drive
The president of the Tulsa Drillers minor-league team says Mike Coolbaugh's death is "a tragedy for all of baseball."
Edwards, Biden encounter each other in Charleston, S.C. park
A few hours before tonight's presidential debate, former North Carolina Senator John Edwards and Delaware Senator Joe Biden showed up at a Charleston park.
Minimum wage to increase
If you make minimum wage, you'll soon see more money in your paycheck. The first of three 70-cent increases in the federal minimum wage is takes effect Tuesday. The rate will go from $5.15 an hour to $5.85 an hour.