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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The sign dedication ceremony will be held at Halyburton Park on May 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. to honor local World War II veteran William D. (Billy) Halyburton Jr., who died on May 10, 1945 while shielding a wounded marine from enemy fire. WECT
- ➤ Today, Li’l Friday shares a guide to a busy weekend with events such as an Iron & Wine concert at Wilson Center, a Wilmington Dance Festival at UNCW, and Record Store Day in local shops—readers are urged to check schedules as details may change. The guide also covers family activities like a Master Gardener plant sale and other local festivals that promise fun throughout the weekend. Port City Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man living in Thailand pled guilty on April 9 to threatening Senator Thom Tillis and his staff because he was upset about receiving too many political emails — he faces up to ten years in prison and will be sentenced in July. WECT
- ➤ After a child ingested gummies with illegal THC levels in late summer 2024, the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office executed search warrants on April 3—seizing over 600 pounds of drugs from 26 vape and tobacco shops while charging 20 people with drug trafficking and related offenses. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wood Brothers will perform at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on August 14 — tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Hanover County fire officials face allegations of safety rule violations at Station 13 after a fire rescue employee raised concerns about mold and PFAS that contributed to health issues for some firefighters. County Manager Chris Coudriet asked Labor Commissioner Luke Farley for a safety review—while a CDC evaluation remains stalled due to federal cuts. WECT
- ➤ A bipartisan bill introduced last week would let developers sue local officials over land use decisions and set new minimum density rules for development — local leaders warn it could strip away local control and hurt coastal safety planning. Supporters say the law will boost housing while critics fear more lawsuits — the debate continues in the legislature. Port City Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Laney baseball ended its five-game losing run with a 6-4 win over Ashley and kept an eight-game win streak by taking the lead in the Mideastern Conference with seven games remaining—boosting their chance at a long-awaited title after last winning the conference in 2009. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ UNCW Seahawk Cameron Snowden was named Swimmer of the Year by the Coastal Athletic Association and joined honorees Maeren McGonigal, Ian Frazer — and Diver of the Year Ethan Badrian. She qualified for the NCAA Championships with a 100 Butterfly time and set a program record in the 100 Fly by winning both the 50 Free and 100 Fly events. WECT
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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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Evan Honer Spring Tour 2025
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Starting from $42 — Experience Evan Honer live with his chart-topping hits in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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The Dead South Live Concert
5-7 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable evening with the award-winning Folk & Bluegrass band, The Dead South.
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