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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.
At least 1 person has died as Texas flooding forces evacuations and rescues, governor says
Rescuers in boats and helicopters saved dozens of stranded drivers and people trapped in homes from catastrophic flooding that hit parts of Texas overnight while many more fled to higher ground Thursday in a region still reeling from devastating floods a year ago.
The Carolina Beat: Groundworks
On today's episode of the Carolina Beat, host Katie Sasser speaks with Matt Wrynn about Groundworks.
Meteorite that crashed into New Jersey home contains "alien world chemistry," scientists say
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home held prebiotic molecules and other "building blocks of life," astronomers said in a newly published paper.
Topsail 12U all-stars make history, punch ticket to national tournament
The Topsail All Stars 12U Ozone District 1 baseball team is making history after earning a spot in the Dixie Youth/Diamond Youth Baseball World Series — the first time a Topsail team has advanced to represent North Carolina on the national stage.
Leland police arrest electric dirt bike rider after traffic violations, officer assault
A Brunswick County man is facing multiple charges after police say he drove away from officers on an electric dirt bike, committed several traffic violations and assaulted an officer during his arrest.
Brooke Wright sworn in as Wilmington Police Department's first female assistant chief
Brooke Wright was sworn in earlier this week, becoming the first woman to serve as assistant chief of the Wilmington Police Department.
Wilmington man sentenced to up to 37 years for statutory sex offenses involving minors
A Wilmington man has been sentenced to more than two decades in prison after pleading guilty to multiple statutory sex offenses involving minors, according to the New Hanover County District Attorney’s Office.
Weather delays traffic shift on N.C. 211 in Brunswick County until Friday evening
Drivers in Brunswick County will have an extra day before a major traffic pattern change takes effect on N.C. 211.
Brunswick County fire update: 283 acres burned, fire 65% contained near Shallotte
Firefighters continue making progress on the Quarry Road Fire in Brunswick County, with the wildfire now 65% contained as crews work to extinguish lingering hot spots.