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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wrightsville Beach Municipal Playground reopened on April 11th after closing on March 24th for repairs — new updates include a wheelchair-accessible whirl. WECT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington police are searching for 15-year-old Katelyn Nicole Roach who is 5-foot-4, weighs about 105 pounds and has brown/black hair and blue eyes; she was last seen on the 3900 block of Carolina Beach Road on April 13 wearing a black hoodie, black sweatpants and Nike shoes—anyone with information is asked to call 910-343-3609. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musician Todd Rundgren will perform at the Wilson Center in Wilmington on July 22 at 7 p.m.—tickets for Center members go on sale today at 10 a.m. and will be available to the public on April 16 at 10 a.m. Wilmington Star-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In February, Laney High School track and cross-country coach Samuel Bobbitt suffered a heart attack while running the Novant Health Wilmington Marathon; paramedics from Novant Health reconnected with him Monday at school. Bobbitt said he is feeling good and will take his recovery slowly (crediting immediate bystander CPR for his improvement) as he listens to his body for warning signs. WWAY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After five months in rehabilitation at the New England Aquarium, 31 cold stunned Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles — aged 3 to 5 — were released Monday morning into the ocean at Fort Fisher. The release was timed to match the warm mid-60s water that helps these critically endangered reptiles avoid cold stunning. WECT
- ➤ Yesterday, environmental groups and UNCW professors spoke at a town hall at Lumina Theater in Castle Hayne, warning that plans to build 4,000 housing units on forest land could lead to flooding, traffic, water quality, and wildlife issues—critics said the project would strain local infrastructure. The meeting followed a February session where over 250 residents shared similar concerns about the development’s impact. FOX Wilmington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina law enforcement is increasing patrols now through April 20 as part of the 'Speed A Little. Lose a Lot.' campaign—this effort warns that even a small rise in speed can lead to severe or fatal crashes. The Governors Highway Safety Program leads the campaign to reduce road fatalities after speeding was the fourth leading factor in 2024 crash deaths. WECT
- ➤ North Carolina regulators proposed measures to limit the blue crab harvest by closing seasons and capping catches on mature females (targeting a 21% reduction) after recent landings hit record lows. Commercial crabbers dispute the outdated stock data, and the N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission will review the proposals in May. Wilmington Star-News
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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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Fitz and The Tantrums Spring Fling Tour
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Check local listings for ticket prices — Dance to the infectious sounds of Fitz and The Tantrums live in concert.
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