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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local teacher and mother, Raquel, will receive a new home from Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity next month as part of Women Build 2025 in Haven Place—Castle Hayne. More than 300 community members will help build her home during scheduled events in May from 7:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. WECT
- ➤ Nico is a mixed-breed puppy from Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue who is looking for his forever home and is known for being sweet, playful, and energetic. You can meet him and his siblings at Hollywood Feed on April 19 from 12 to 3 p.m. if you are interested in adopting him. WECT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gallery of Oriental Rugs (4101 Oleander Drive) in Wilmington is celebrating its 36th anniversary with an exclusive April sale offering wholesale pricing on thousands of Oriental rugs and luxury carpets. Customers can also enjoy in-home trials and expert consultations as part of the sale (open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.). WWAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Wilmington’s Parks and Recreation Department will unveil new murals honoring Coach Sherriedale Morgan on April 25 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Sherriedale Morgan Fitness Center—volunteers painted the murals in February as part of a community project. WECT
- ➤ Bruce. W. Smith was honored at the NC Black Film Festival for his work as the creator of The Proud Family and as a lead animator on films like Frozen and Tarzan—he is seen as a trailblazer in animation. His work will be shown at 6:30 p.m. today at Jengo’s Playhouse and he will receive his Lifetime Achievement Award at 2 p.m. on Sunday. WECT
- ➤ A Wilmington film called Drought is now on Peacock. The movie follows siblings facing a drought and a young autistic brother who predicts a storm while riding in an ice cream truck — the filmmakers say it shows real representation during autism awareness month. WWAY
- ➤ Fort Fisher State Historic Site said it consulted sister agencies before removing overgrown yaupon and wax myrtle from Battle Acre to improve visitor safety and stop illicit dumping; staff cleared over 20 bags of trash and the site plans to reforest with native Live Oaks—using a stone wall to protect against erosion. Officials said the removal was timed to avoid disrupting nesting season. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The N.C. Department of Transportation announced that the Southport—Fort Fisher ferry route will switch to its full summer schedule starting April 15 and running through Sept. 8. The updated service will run Monday through Friday from both Southport and Fort Fisher. WECT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers submitted plans to build a workforce housing project on S. Kerr Avenue that will have 184 apartments in three buildings—plus a playground, a clubhouse and a picnic shelter. The city council approved the rezoning and $3.15 million in gap financing in September and the project now goes before the Technical Review Committee. WWAY
SPORTS NEWS
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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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RDU Sports Cinco De Mayo Softball Draft
8 AM-10 PM — Olsen Park — Free entry — Step up for a fun-filled day of softball, tacos, and team spirit!
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