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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 member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania
A member of the cultlike group known as Zizians has been charged with murder in the shooting of her parents at their Pennsylvania home on her 30th birthday, and a prosecutor said Wednesday she wasn't acting alone.
FDA investigates multi-state outbreak of listeria linked to soft cheese
Federal health officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Listeria infections linked to a soft cheese product manufactured by Clover Hill Dairy LLC of Mechanicsville, Maryland.
Leland reports progress on 2045 comprehensive plan in quarterly update
Town officials are highlighting recent progress on long-term planning efforts as part of the latest update on the Leland 2045 Comprehensive Plan, which continues to guide growth, infrastructure and development decisions across the community.
Town of Surf City appoints new chief of police
The Town of Surf City has appointed William “Bill” Nas as the next chief of police for the Surf City Police Department following an extensive recruitment, evaluation and interview process, town officials announced.
North Carolina leaders say federal Chemours deal fails Cape Fear region
Gov. Josh Stein and Attorney General Jeff Jackson are criticizing a proposed settlement between the Environmental Protection Agency and Chemours, arguing the agreement does little to address PFAS contamination in North Carolina.
Eight North Carolina tax preparers plead guilty in $25 million COVID tax credit fraud scheme
Robeson County woman has pleaded guilty in connection with a large-scale fraud scheme that resulted in nearly $14 million in fraudulent pandemic-related tax refunds being paid out by the IRS.
District attorney clears officers in March shooting death at Wilmington parking deck
No criminal charges will be filed against the law enforcement officers involved in the March 8 shooting death of Edilberto Espinoza-Sierra, New Hanover County District Attorney Jason Smith announced Wednesday.
Union Elementary School to celebrate 75th anniversary
Union Elementary School will celebrate 75 years of serving Brunswick County students during a special anniversary event scheduled for Sept. 19.
Trump abruptly calls off signing ceremony for housing bill, blindsiding Republicans
President Donald Trump abruptly called off a planned signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill ahead of a meeting with Senate Republicans in the Capitol on Wednesday, making clear that he's in no mood to compromise as he pressures them to pass his voting legislation.