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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.
Airlie Gardens aiming to provide better experience with renovated Guest Services Center
Guests visiting Airlie Gardens will now receive enhanced service thanks to the newly renovated Guest Services Center.
More closures planned as Wilmington continues effort to restore brick streets
Weeks after construction took place to restore a portion of Wilmington's streets from asphalt to their original brick finish, more lane closures are planned.
Veterans benefits event happening in Wilmington, includes new PACT Act benefits
The Veterans Benefits Live, VA in My Town will take place in Wilmington next week to help veterans and their family members understand and utilize all of their VA benefits including disability compensation, pension, survivor’s benefits, healthcare and new claims available under the PACT Act.
Man pleads guilty to stealing 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers from Minnesota museum in 2005
A man charged with the museum heist of a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in the “The Wizard of Oz” pleaded guilty Friday, pulling back the curtain on a whodunit mystery dating back 18 years.
Wilmington man sentenced to prison for assaulting person with ice pick, handgun
A Wilmington man is headed to prison for assaulting an acquaintance with an ice pick and a handgun.
DA comments on change of charges for man originally sentenced to 19 years for beating woman
A Brunswick County man sentenced to at least 19 years in prison in 2019 for choking a woman and beating her so severely she lost an eye recently received different charges.
170-year history of the North Carolina State Fair
While the local Columbus County Fair has been going strong for over four decades, another fair in North Carolina has been drawing crowds for more than a century longer.
Veg-Out Festival postponed until November 4
Bring your dog and children to the inclusive event to see what the vegan and vegetarian lifestyle is all about, through a series of exhibits, immersive activities and demonstrations, with plenty of vendors on hand offering a taste of something new!
Abbey Nature Preserve temporarily closing as land development begins
Abbey Nature Preserve in Scotts Hill will temporarily close beginning October 16th as crews begin land development on nearby property.