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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Avelo Airlines announced on Thursday that it would open a base of operations at ILM by parking two aircraft each night—future expansion may add about 50 jobs to the Cape Fear region. Airport officials and Governor Josh Stein said the move comes after strong passenger support and rapid airport growth. WWAY
- ➤ On April 3, Avelo Airlines opened a base at Wilmington International Airport—bringing more nonstop flights including those to Fort Myers and extra crew to the area. Local leaders and Gov. Josh Stein attended the ceremony and highlighted the economic benefits for Wilmington. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Avelo Airlines opened its new base at Wilmington International Airport today and plans to base two aircraft, add three nonstop routes, and create up to 50 jobs. The airline started twice-weekly flights to Boston/Manchester and Nashville on April 3 — and began service to Rochester today. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Queen Bethany Joy Lenz was crowned at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater to kick off the 78th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival, which runs through April 6 with more than 20 events across Wilmington. Today and in the coming days, residents will enjoy garden tours, parades, and a fireworks show over the Cape Fear River—proceeds benefit local nonprofits and beautification efforts. Port City Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College announced its ESL program will expand and now serves more than 500 students—26% more than last year. The college will add classes at all four campuses, the Willard Outreach Center and Cape Fear Middle School, and will work with the Wilmington Islamic Center to reach more learners. WECT
- ➤ North Carolina's teacher turnover rate fell from 11.5% last year to about 9.88% now but remains above the seven-year average, and many new teachers received emergency licenses — signaling that they need extra support. State Superintendent Mo Green said education leaders will raise teacher pay in a joint legislative agenda to help keep more teachers in the classroom. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Michael Lee introduced his 2025 Water Safety Act last week to direct the Department of Environmental Quality to set PFAS discharge limits and safe drinking water standards while creating a $56 million mitigation fund and a $14 million research fund—measures aimed at protecting public health. The bill requires limits to be adopted by October with a three-year compliance schedule and comes as new industrial facilities are planned near the Cape Fear watershed. Port City Daily
- ➤ Avery Marshall and Alisa Carr filed a federal lawsuit against the sheriff’s offices of Pender and Lee counties after their home was raided in April 2024 while officers searched for a suspect who was never there— the incident left a shattered storm door and a dented front door, and they are now seeking compensation for the damages. The couple is pursuing the case with support from a nonprofit law firm. Wilmington Star-News
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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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Joyful Flowers: Ikebana Flower Exhibition
12 PM – 4 PM — New Hanover County Arboretum | N.C. Cooperative Extension — Free entry — Experience exquisite Japanese floral arrangements by local Ikebana artists.
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Dizgo Live at Bowstring Brewyard
7-11 p.m. — Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard — Ticket price TBA — Experience an eclectic mix of genres with DIZGO as they bring their unique jamband sound to Wilmington.
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