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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers in the Wilmington area will host 14 Easter egg hunts from April 5 to 19 for children + pets, offering prizes, treats and photo spots with the Easter Bunny at venues including the N.C. Aquarium, local beaches and parks. Families should bring their own baskets + register early when required to join these festive events. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Today, the North Carolina Azalea Festival starts in Wilmington with events running through April 6—key happenings include today's Queen's Coronation at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater at 3 p.m. and a parade on April 5, while concerts, garden tours and a home tour offer more options; visitors should plan ahead to buy tickets for the events that require them. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Carousel Child Advocacy Center urges community members to ask questions rather than ignore signs of abuse—this advice stems from 431 cases reviewed last year in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender counties. The center advises adults to remain calm and respond supportively if a child discloses abuse—guidance meant to help protect our children. WECT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night, the New Hanover School Board voted to remove or change 'diversity' in four school policies by a 5—2 vote. Superintendent Dr. Chris Barnes presented his 2025-26 budget plan that allocates $4.9 million for school safety and staffing and addresses a $1.4 million revenue shortfall when the Safelight program ended. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ Parents asked the school board during Tuesday night's meeting to end suspensions for younger students so that children stay on track, though Superintendent Barnes said this may risk staff safety—leading the district to request extra funding from county commissioners for better safety measures. Peter Rawitsch of Love Our Children urged a change similar to Maryland's law that only suspends kindergarten to 2nd grade students for serious offenses. WWAY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chemours and DuPont are asking a court to seal thousands of internal emails that they say hold sensitive details about PFAS pollution, while local authorities suing to recover millions for treatment systems plan to oppose the motion—CFPUA will file its response by April 14. The sealed documents include notes on toxicity studies and cleanup plans that show a long history of pollution in the Cape Fear region. Port City Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 1, the Local Government Commission approved the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority's request for $100 million in revenue bonds to fund water and sewer capital projects (for refunding a 2014 bond and upgrading pump stations and equipment). Rate increases will be between 6.2% and 7.5% (final details are pending). WECT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Novant Health New Hanover EMS launched its new Prehospital Blood Program this month to let first responders start blood transfusions in the field instead of waiting until a hospital visit — making it one of only 200 agencies nationwide with this ability. WECT
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Marcus King Band Concert
7-10 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of Honkytonk Rock and Roll Soul Music with the Marcus King Band.
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Keller Williams Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Cost TBA — Experience the eclectic sounds of Keller Williams, a musical innovator with a flair for lively performances.
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DEEEEEP DIVE with CureMint CEO Tyson Nargassans
4-6 p.m. — UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship — Registration required — Engage in startup insights from a leader in FinTech and Healthcare as part of the popular DEEEEEP DIVE series.
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