Today
in Wilmington
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Highsmith Branding Group announced its fourth annual The Signature Derby-Night event will take place on April 4 at Smoke on the Water during the Azalea Festival weekend. The Kentucky Derby-style event will feature a best-dressed contest, music, dancing, giveaways, signature drinks, a cigar lounge, and special guest NFL linebacker Alex Highsmith—benefiting the Alex Highsmith Family Foundation and the Barbara Highsmith Reading Academy of Wilmington. FOX Wilmington
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 32-year-old Brandon Coleman Herring, a Willard man, was arrested in North Charleston on March 18 on assault charges (he faces charges of assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury, assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle, and property damage) and is held at Pender County Jail without bond. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Hanover County implemented a local burn ban to align with the statewide ban on open burning that took effect at 8:00 a.m. on March 21 due to increased fire risk—this measure prohibits burning within the county including areas within 100 feet of occupied dwellings and residents may contact the fire marshal’s office or N.C. Forest Service with questions. New Hanover County
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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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Silver Lake Baptist Church Car Show
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Silver Lake Baptist Church — Free admission — Explore classic cars and enjoy family-friendly activities with free hot dogs.
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Symphony Speakeasy Fundraiser
3:00-4:30 p.m. — End of Days Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy live music and craft cocktails while supporting local arts education.
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