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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.
NCDHHS shares summer safety tips for grilling, swimming and beating the heat
As summer approaches, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reminding people to stay safe while grilling, swimming and spending time outdoors.
RFK Jr. snatches snakes in viral video, the latest of his many animal encounters
A video of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling two snakes bare-handed captured the internet’s fascination Tuesday, the latest animal encounter the U.S. health secretary has shared publicly that has sparked intrigue and in some cases concern.
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office captain terminated after crash investigation
A longtime New Hanover County Sheriff's Office captain has been terminated following an internal investigation tied to a crash and allegations she was untruthful with investigators.
5 villagers missing in a flooded Laos cave for more than a week have been found alive, rescuers say
BANGKOK (AP) — Five villagers trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos for over a week have been found alive. Rescuers said Wednesday that two others are still missing.
Israel says it killed new Hamas military leader in Gaza
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel said Wednesday it targeted and killed the new leader of Hamas' military wing during airstrikes in Gaza City less than two weeks after killing his predecessor.
Lawyer says tourist accused of hurling rock at Hawaiian monk seal has been threatened
Lawyer says tourist accused of hurling rock at Hawaiian monk seal has been threatened.
New guidelines could help millions more Americans get colon cancer testing
New guidelines could help millions more Americans get colon cancer testing.
Cucalorus named one of MovieMaker Magazine’s ‘50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee’ for 2026
Cucalorus Film Festival has earned national recognition once again, landing a spot on MovieMaker Magazine’s list of the “50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” for 2026.
CFCC partners with Cinespace Studios to relocate film program to active studio space
Cape Fear Community College is taking its film education program directly into the heart of the industry through a new partnership with Cinespace Studios that will relocate the college’s Film and Video Production Technology program onto an active studio lot beginning this fall.