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Thursday, February 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate Taylor Webb, a missing 24-year-old last seen on February 9. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington band Oc3eans' vocalist, Brooke Renshaw, will compete in the upcoming 23rd season of "American Idol", reflecting the rising prominence of Wilmington's music scene. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Wilmington hosts a vibrant array of Valentine's Day weekend events including punk rock 'Romeo and Juliet,' Riverdance, and performances by Grammy winners, alongside community fundraisers and diverse entertainment offerings. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Olivero, a Wilmington restaurant inspired by its founder's Mediterranean and North African heritage, has been recognized as one of the top places to eat in America by USA TODAY's 2025 Restaurants of the Year list. Wilmington Star-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Superior Court Judge Quintin McGee made key rulings in Ray Funderburk's lawsuit against Cape Fear Community College, allowing depositions on certain meetings while rejecting an overly broad subpoena request for Funderburk's employment records. WHQR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Fire Department is showcasing an innovative $7 device, an oxygen firebreak, designed to prevent the spread of fires caused by home oxygen therapy systems. WECT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington-area restaurants are celebrated for excellence, with ten local eateries highlighted for their outstanding food, offering a variety of dining experiences from fine dining to innovative plant-based meals. Wilmington Star-News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele
Experience a unique live performance of Adele's iconic songs by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at The Elia.
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