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Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington is hosting spring openings for several new businesses. Art in Bloom Gallery relocated to a larger space at 970 Inspiration Drive in early March to celebrate its 10th anniversary while Wrightsville Ave Boutique will hold its grand opening tomorrow and Drybar will open on April 10 — expanding the center's offerings — as part of its spring lineup. Wilmington Star-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FEAST Wilmington is underway with a kickoff party starting today during a weekend of food events. Benny's Big Time Pizzeria hosted an Omakase event that featured Chicago, Detroit and New York style pizzas (including signature pies like Kevin McCallister and Pineapple Express) and local draft beers (such as Fire in the Mole Italian pilsner) to excite food fans. WECT
- ➤ Steel Pulse will perform at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on Saturday, July 6 as part of the REV Rocks Concert Series and their 50th Anniversary Tour. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. WECT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Port of Wilmington started as a World War II shipyard and has grown into a modern hub—featuring massive container cranes and record-breaking vessels along the Cape Fear River. Historical photos capture key moments including a neo-Panamax ship arrival, the USS North Carolina commissioning, and container damage during Hurricane Florence. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The largest vessel to visit the Port City, the ZIM Mount Ranier, is set to arrive mid-week but will come in partly loaded because Wilmington’s channel is only 42 feet deep at low tide. Officials plan to deepen the nearly 26-mile channel to 47 feet—facing environmental and funding hurdles—so larger ships can fully load in the future. Wilmington Star-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNCW will award Linda Sayed an honorary Doctor of Laws degree during its Spring 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony—she was nominated for her philanthropic work in healthcare and teacher recruitment. The award follows a $25 million gift commitment from her and her husband to support UNCW’s programs in medical education and teacher recruitment. University of North Carolina Wilmington
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College’s Electrical Lineworker program surpassed 1,000 graduates—its latest class of 53 was the largest since it began in July 2018. The program trains students in utility work to prepare them for entry-level lineworker positions. WECT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers from Clean Cape Fear found that sea foam on New Hanover and Brunswick County beaches contains PFAS at levels in the hundreds of thousands to millions parts per trillion—far above safe limits—and experts warn the bright white foam, which resembles shaving cream, may harm local pets and children. They say the contamination is linked to discharges from a nearby Chemours facility and call on state regulators to take action. WECT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mid-March, UNCW researchers held a health equity simulation with 50 community members, students, and staff who role-played family members facing challenges in getting housing, employment, and healthcare. The exercise measured changes in empathy through surveys and may guide future efforts to support those in Wilmington struggling with basic needs — further assessments are planned. WHQR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ashley baseball beat WCA 4-0 at home on Thursday and improved its record to 12-0—scoring three runs in the first inning when Tanner Berry and Drew Potter drove in runs. Pitcher Will Hartzell threw six shutout innings and struck out eight batters—also earning an RBI on a fielders’ choice. WWAY
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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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