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in Wilmington
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Avelo Airlines announced Tuesday night that it is closing its Wilmington base at the airport and cutting service to 11 destinations while continuing flights to Nashville, New Haven, Tampa, and Washington & DC/Baltimore. Impacted travelers will be contacted as part of its plan to streamline operations. WWAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington offers a busy weekend of cultural events (a touring comic, a rock musical, live music shows and a lantern ceremony) at local venues from today through Sunday. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The community is invited to attend the Undercurrent art exhibition featuring works by UNCW Assistant Professor Taro Takizawa — the reception runs Thursday, Jan. 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Building Art Gallery with a pre-reception artist talk in Room 2033. WWAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College will host a Financial Aid and FAFSA Night on Tuesday, Jan. 13 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Room 212 (Union Station) where trained professionals will help students complete the FAFSA, prepare documents, and learn about scholarship opportunities. WECT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees will plant over 100 trees in Wilmington’s Northside neighborhood starting Jan. 10 at 9 a.m. at Portia Hines Park + community volunteers, neighbors, city staff and local leaders will help expand urban canopy to reduce heat and improve air quality. FOX Wilmington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington officials are seeking a partner to build a low or no barrier homeless shelter that could house 30 to 40 people at a site near bus routes and services. The city will also conduct a summer point-in-time count to guide future efforts. WHQR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans are encouraged to review their options through March 31 by contacting New Hanover County SHIIP—call 910-798-6442—to schedule a free appointment. The Open Enrollment Period lets them choose a different plan or return to Original Medicare. New Hanover County
- ➤ State health officials are monitoring a surge in flu cases linked to the H3N2 *subclade K* variant and increased measles risks by coordinating with local health departments. They urge residents to get vaccinated and practice proper hygiene to protect the community. WECT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNCW Director of Athletics Michael Oblinger announced that Hans Olsen resigned as head coach of the women’s tennis program effective Jan. 31, and Associate Head Coach John Ware will serve as interim coach through the 2026 season. WWAY
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Floating Lantern Ceremony
2-7 p.m. — Cameron Art Museum — Free outdoor event — Create and float a lantern while enjoying live music and reflecting on special moments.
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Charleston Cougars at UNC Wilmington Seahawks Women's Basketball
7-11 p.m. — Trask Coliseum — Tickets available — Catch the action as the Cougars take on the Seahawks in a thrilling women's basketball matchup.
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Hampton Pirates vs. UNC Wilmington Seahawks Women's Basketball
7-11 p.m. — Trask Coliseum — $15 — Experience an exciting women's basketball matchup between the Pirates and Seahawks.
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