Tuesday, February 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bilzi Mac, a Wilmington-based business since 1996, specializes in Apple computer sales, service, and training, offering personalized customer service and a large inventory of vintage Apple products. Wilmington Star-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A UNCW graduate's Doritos commercial titled 'Abduction' won a national contest, earning a spot to air during the Super Bowl and a $1 million prize. Wilmington Star-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington is set to expand with the addition of new businesses including Dave & Buster's and J. Crew Factory by 2025, alongside the opening of The Element Hotel by Westin this summer, aiming to enrich the shopping experience and drive market growth. Wilmington Star-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The North Carolina Department of Transportation plans to fund 2,362 projects by 2033, including major road improvements in New Hanover County, despite some projects' uncertain timelines and funding. Wilmington Star-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington, NC, experiences a coffee culture boom with over 100 coffee shops providing diverse experiences and local ownership thriving. Wilmington Star-News
TRAVEL NEWS
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Korean Cooking Class at Hi-Wire Brewing
This interactive cooking class offers participants a hands-on opportunity to create authentic Korean dishes while supporting community initiatives.
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North Carolina Jazz Festival - Friday Night Performance
The North Carolina Jazz Festival will feature All-Star musicians performing in seven unique sets with different leaders at Hotel Ballast in Wilmington.
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North Carolina Jazz Festival - Saturday Evening Performance
The North Carolina Jazz Festival features All-Star musicians performing in multiple sets, showcasing both favorite and new artists in a celebrated musical event.
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Intensive EMT Training Course in Wilmington, NC
This in-person EMT training course is scheduled at the National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education, offering comprehensive education from February 10 to March 2, 2025.
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Weekly Alcoholics Anonymous Discussion Meeting
This weekly meeting offers individuals a supportive environment to discuss alcohol addiction and recovery in Wilmington.
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Valentine's Weekend Getaway at Wilmington KOA Holiday
Celebrate Valentine's weekend by booking a deluxe cabin at Wilmington KOA Holiday, where you'll receive a special treat upon arrival.
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Seahawk Sun Run 2025
The Seahawk Sun Run is a community running event hosted at the University of North Carolina Wilmington as part of the North Carolina Azalea Festival.
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Sam Bush Concert in Wilmington
Grammy-winning musician Sam Bush, known as the 'Father of Newgrass,' will perform at the Brooklyn Arts Center, blending bluegrass with jazz, rock, and country elements.
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Tidewater Camellia Show and Sale
The Tidewater Camellia Club hosts a show featuring hundreds of blooms evaluated by American Camellia Society judges, attracting exhibitors from across the Southeast.
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Azalea Sprint Race
The Azalea Sprint offers individual, relay, and aquabike events in Wilmington, NC, encouraging community participation in a fun and competitive environment.
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Strut for Childhood Cancer Race
Join us on March 8, 2025, for the 16th annual Strut for Childhood Cancer Race, which benefits Cape Fear children battling cancer through Children's Cancer Partners of the Carolinas. Our 1-mile fun run begins at 9 am, and our timed 5K begins at 9:30.
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