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in Wilmington
Monday, March 17th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Alliance for Cape Fear Trees hosted a tree planting event in Wilmington where volunteers learned tree-planting techniques at a 10 a.m. demonstration and were grouped to plant trees at locations set by the City—aiming to spread green benefits evenly across neighborhoods. Isabelle Shepherd said the event supports economic, environmental, and health benefits for all residents. WWAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Rescuers saved a swimmer on Sunday at around 1 p.m. in Oak Island when he was pulled nearly 300 yards into the ocean near Lockwoods Folly Inlet (the victim was exhausted and ingested seawater but did not suffer further injuries). FOX Wilmington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Wilmington said it will begin replacing the decking on the downtown Riverwalk this week. Work starts at the Nun Street access and moves north—sections will be closed with detours posted until the project is completed. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ A federal agency is investigating firefighter health concerns at Station 13 in Castle Hayne after a fire captain and union officials said toxic hazards had not been fixed. County officials said on March 10 that tests and cleanups are underway and that firefighters will move to a new station in October 2025—more details will follow after the review. Port City Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In 2002, UNCW’s men's basketball team upset fourth-seeded USC with a 93 to 89 overtime win — a move that led a Los Angeles Times columnist to mock the team and university. The Wilmington Morning Star defended the victory and stated that USC lost because it played with its own arrogance. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ UNCW Seahawks earned a No. 14 seed in the 2025 NCAA Tournament and will play No. 3 Texas Tech in Wichita on Thursday—marking their first tournament appearance in eight years after winning the Coastal Athletic Association tournament on Tuesday. Leading scorer Donovan Newby said he has dreamed of playing in March Madness since he was young. Wilmington Star-News
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Dubtown Cosmonauts Live at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
Dubtown Cosmonauts will perform live at the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot venue in Wilmington.
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The Show Must Go On - Saturday
9 AM - 7 PM | One Tree Hill: TRIC | General admission ticket required for ages 5 and up | Celebrate with stars from One Tree Hill and support the Save TRIC Campaign.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
7:30-9 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Tickets available — Experience a theatrical concert retracing the legacy of the iconic duo with live performances of their greatest hits.
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Miracles in Motion 5K and 1 Mile Event
7:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Long Leaf Park | Free entry for ACCESS of Wilmington participants | Support adaptive sports and fitness for the community's heroes and individuals with disabilities.
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Dog Adoption Event at Flying Machine Brewing Company
12-4 p.m. — Flying Machine Brewing Company — Free entry — Meet adorable adoptable dogs while enjoying delicious food and local brews.
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Harlem Globetrotters World Tour
7-11 p.m. | Trask Coliseum | Tickets available | Experience the legendary basketball skills and entertainment of the Original Harlem Globetrotters.
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Justin Moore Live at the NC Azalea Festival
8-11 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Tickets available — Experience the country sensation Justin Moore with his chart-topping hits and captivating performance.
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Jesse Ruben Live
7-11 p.m. — Reel Cafe — Check for entry fee — Enjoy an evening of live music with Jesse Ruben in a vibrant Wilmington venue.
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Alt-Zalea Festival Acoustic Performance
4-10 p.m. — The Kitchen Sink — Free entry — Enjoy a solo acoustic set as part of the lively Alt-Zalea Festival in downtown Wilmington.
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Clay Street Unit Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Ticket prices unavailable — Experience an evening of musical talent and community with celebrated act Shadowgrass.
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