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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.
Pet Pals: Loyal and loving pit bull looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Lucy, a 4-year-old pit bull.
Kid Rock to headline TPUSA counterprogrammed Super Bowl halftime show
Conservative advocacy group Turning Point USA has announced Kid Rock will headline its counterprogrammed halftime show when Bad Bunny takes the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show stage on Sunday, Feb. 8.
Trump says he won't tear down the Kennedy Center arts venue but it needs to be closed for repairs
President Donald Trump said Monday that he's “not ripping down” the Kennedy Center but insisted the performing arts venue needs to shut down for about two years for construction and other work without patrons coming and going and getting in the way.
17 former NC State athletes join lawsuit alleging abuse by ex-head trainer, bringing total to 31
Seventeen additional former N.C. State male athletes have joined a state lawsuit alleging sexual abuse under the guise of treatment and harassment by the Wolfpack’s former director of sports medicine, pushing the total number to 31 in a case that began with a federal lawsuit from a single athlete more than three years ago.
Warming Shelter ILM open for 11th of 12 straight nights
Shelter director Meg McBride said they are at full capacity, with the Salvation Army opening up extra winter bedding and taking in people the shelter has had to turn away.
Brunswick Co. sheriff takes to snowy streets, aiding drivers and residents
In Brunswick County, Sheriff Brian Chism has gone beyond the call of duty as a visible figure in the mist of patrolling the roads for collisions and drivers in need.
From sleds to snowboards: Cape Fear residents make the most of the snow
The Cape Fear region is blanketed in snow, and community members took full advantage of the rare snow day.
Wilmington Golf Course turns into snowy playground as kids hit the hills
Many Wilmington residents headed to the golf course on Monday, not to work on their par, but to enjoy some winter sledding.
NCDOT, New Hanover County officials give update on road clearing efforts, winter storm impact
The North Carolina Department of Transportation continues to work around the clock to clear roads, though some will take longer to clear than others.