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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Janison Matthew Odell, a detention officer fired by the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office after reportedly violating state domestic violence law, was arrested for communicating threats, 2nd-degree trespass and stalking — he was released on a $2,500 unsecured bond. WWAY
- ➤ A Burgaw man was taken into custody after a hit-and-run on Saturday injured bicyclist John Williams, 57, who died on Sunday, and police charged suspect David Neely, 68, with DWI, Serious Injury, Felony Hit and Run and 2nd Degree Murder after he fled the scene on the 5100 block of Wrightsville Avenue. WWAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, UNCW’s School of Nursing celebrated 40 years of service at the Warwick Center — gathering teachers, students, and alumni and hosting a student competition for the best thesis or dissertation poster. The school, which started with ten students and now graduates about 120 nurses each year — has grown to meet the community’s increasing need for skilled healthcare professionals. WWAY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina nonprofit groups including Cape Fear River Watch filed a motion Monday to unseal up to 21,000 documents that Chemours and DuPont tried to keep hidden in a lawsuit with local water utilities and governments. The groups argue the records are key as Chemours plans to expand the Fayetteville Works facility (which may lead to higher PFAS emissions). Port City Daily
- ➤ A new PBS half-hour special will feature Battleship North Carolina in a segment that explains how tidal flooding around the historic ship surged by 7,000% since its 1961 arrival and led to visitor access restrictions and restoration work. The special will air April 17 at 8:30 p.m. on PBS NC—streaming online. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington City Council passed a resolution Tuesday night that opposes state House Bill 765 which would let developers sue local officials and limit zoning choices — the council also approved spending $2 million to resurface Dawson and Wooster Streets and $70k for new sting center offices at the Skyline Center. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ The UNCW Board of Trustees will hold several committee meetings in Ballroom C at the Burney Center on Thursday, April 24 — the regular quarterly meeting follows on Friday, April 25 at 9:30 a.m. Some business may be discussed in closed session per the Open Meetings Act. University of North Carolina Wilmington
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Realtor.com data shows that in January home sales in New Hanover County reached a median price of $425,000 — up 4.9% from December’s $405,000. Single-family prices rose by 10.9% to $446,500 while condo prices dropped to $392,000 and overall sales fell 4.3% from last January. Wilmington Star-News
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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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Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — $67 — Experience a legendary night of country music with Ricky Skaggs and his band performing classic hits.
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