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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.
A "berry" special celebration as Burgaw's blueberry drop rings in the New Year
What makes the blueberry drop different from other similar events isn't just the ball that is dropped but also the time when its held as the blueberry drops at 7 in the evening.
Panthers owner David Tepper appears to throw drink on fans at football game
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper was caught on video during Sunday's 26-0 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars apparently throwing a drink in the direction of fans from his open-air suite at EverBank Stadium.
3 suspects arrested in connection with death of Greensboro police officer
Less than 24 hours after an off-duty Greensboro police officer was shot and killed, three suspects were arrested in connection with the death.
Wilmington chef shares history of traditional New Year's Eve foods
When you think of traditional foods for the holidays, you probably think of cranberry sauce and turkey for Thanksgiving, or honey-roasted ham for Christmas.
NASCAR Hall of Famer Cale Yarborough, a 3-time Cup champion in the 1970s, dies at 84
Cale Yarborough, considered one of NASCAR's all-time greatest drivers and the first to win three consecutive Cup titles, has died. NASCAR announced that the Hall of Famer and South Carolina native died Sunday. He was 84. Yarborough won the Daytona 500 four times and the Southern 500 at his home track of Darlington Raceway five times. His 83 Cup Series victories are tied for sixth on NASCAR's all-time wins list. But one of Yarborough's most famous moments came in the 1979 Daytona 500. He crashed while racing with Donnie Allison on the final lap for the win. The two drivers got out of their wrecked cars to fight, Allison's brother, Bobby, pulled over to join the scrap, and it was two Allison brothers versus Yarborough as Richard Petty crossed the finish line first.
Wilmington block party aims to raise awareness of Medicaid expansion, healthcare help
As we get ready to ring in the new year, some in the community are making it their resolution to spread awareness of Medicaid expansion.
Greensboro officer shot & killed; police searching for two suspects
The Greensboro Police Department issued a "Blue Alert" after a watch commander officer was shot and killed Saturday night in Greensboro.
North Carolina woman could be 2nd straight Powerball First Millionaire of the Year
A Clinton woman is heading to New York City for a chance to become North Carolina's second straight win for the Powerball First Millionaire of the Year drawing on New Year's Eve.
6-year-old hit by car in Cary dies, driver charged with involuntary manslaughter
A 6-year-old has died from her injuries after being struck by a car in Cary Friday morning, according to Town of Cary officials.