WILMINGTON -- One of the most popular attractions at the Azalea Festival will be noticeably absent this year.
Azalea Festival organizers announced on Thursday that the Cole Brothers Circus will not be part of the festival this year.
Organizers say the circus is not traveling at all this year, but they gave no specific reason for the change.
The circus has been part of the festival for more than 30 years.
The Azalea Festival runs from April 7 through April 10.