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Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Police responded to a crash at 10th and Wooster Streets and redirected traffic—drivers were advised to take alternate routes. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A couple hundred people, including elected officials and arts supporters, attended a fundraiser Monday evening at Thalian Hall to launch a $25M campaign to renovate the historic theater. The planned renovations will begin in 2026 and finish by 2028—upgrading every space to enhance arts offerings and increase its cultural impact. Port City Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A teacher at Bradley Creek Elementary School is entering a contest to win a trip to space to share her passion for STEM. Christine Sawyer— a second-grade teacher with 15 years of experience— created an online video submission for the contest run by engineer Emily Calandrelli. WECT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NC State researcher Jeffrey Enders found dangerous levels of PFOS in sea foam from local beaches — the highest reading of 800,000 ng/L was measured near Sea Breeze at Carolina Beach. Clean Cape Fear cofounder Emily Donovan criticized local regulators for allowing upstream industries to dump PFAS without limits. WWAY
- ➤ The North Carolina Coastal Federation announced it will begin building an observation platform at Carolina Beach State Park — a project to restore wetland habitats, estuarine shorelines, and oyster reefs. The platform will serve educational talks and birdwatching while visitors are advised to follow caution around closed areas during construction. WECT
- ➤ Fire crews have contained 50% of a 150-acre brush fire near the New Hanover—Pender county line, and Island Creek Road has reopened after its temporary closure. A statewide burn ban is in effect while local departments monitor the situation with over 10 wildfires burning more than 6,000 acres across the state. Wilmington Star-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNCW offered men's basketball coach Takayo Siddle a 5-year contract extension, with an official announcement expected today after a Board of Trustees meeting. Last season he led the Seahawks to a CAA tournament championship and an NCAA tournament appearance. WECT
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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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Spafford Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Brooklyn Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience Spafford's astonishing improvisational music with extended jams that create a unique soundscape each night.
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