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in Wilmington
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra will perform with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Tift Merritt — a special guest — at Cape Fear Community College’s Wilson Center. WECT
- ➤ The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra will perform with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Tift Merritt at Cape Fear Community College’s Wilson Center on Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m. Music Director Peter Askim will lead the orchestra in a program mixing classical pieces + modern songs inspired by kintsugi. WECT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The North Carolina Azalea Festival Scholarship Pageant is fast approaching and will recognize local students competing for scholarships. More details on awards and scheduling will be announced soon. Wilmington Star-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina’s ozone season begins in March, with daily air quality forecasts from the Division of Air Quality running until Oct. 31. Forecasts will monitor ozone and fine particulate matter levels for 91 counties (plus two mountain zones) to help residents manage health risks. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DEQ will enforce new sheepshead regulations on March 1, requiring a 14-inch minimum size and limiting recreational anglers to five fish per day, with commercial operations facing tiered limits. The changes come after increased harvests and aim to simplify measurements for similar species. WWAY
- ➤ Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced a $100 million settlement with Walmart over misleading pay practices in its Spark Driver Program; North Carolina drivers will receive about $2 million and Walmart must change its practices with 10 years of annual FTC reports. WWAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Going Beyond the Pink is hosting the 2026 REACH Survivor’s Symposium for breast cancer survivors at Halyburton Nature Center, with a film screening on March 27 and a keynote plus sessions on healing and self-advocacy on March 28. WECT
- ➤ Since 2020, Novant Health’s ALS clinic in Wilmington has offered comprehensive services (swallowing, breathing, and mobility support) to about 60 patients from across the region. The facility aids families in managing the challenges of ALS as awareness grows following actor Eric Dane’s death. FOX Wilmington
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Beatrice, a playful kitten from Feline Matchmakers, is seeking a forever home as her littermate Mae is also available. An adoption event runs today at PetSmart in Monkey Junction from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WECT
- ➤ Local dining is buzzing as Beer Barrio debuts a multi-course surprise dinner with margarita specials, and Giorgios prepares to open a new Italian eatery in a long-empty space. Platypus & Gnome offers its final meal today while secret menu events and additional new locations round out the week's restaurant news. Wilmington Star-News
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Danny Gokey Concert with We Are Messengers and Jon Reddick
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Odell Williamson Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting performances that celebrate faith and community.
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Jack and Jill Rise & Run 5K
9 a.m. — Long Leaf Park — Registration fees apply — A heart-pounding 5K supporting children's education and advocacy in the Wilmington community.
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Hank, Pattie & The Current Concert
8-10 p.m. — Live At Ted’s — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy the melodic sounds of Hank, Pattie & The Current live in concert.
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Blue Ribbon Run
4:00 PM — Long Leaf Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community run to raise awareness and funds for colorectal cancer research.
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