Today
in Wilmington
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Good Shepherd opened The Starling for 32 individuals at a former firehouse on Carolina Beach Road near Independence Boulevard. The three-story complex features single-bedroom apartments with accessibility features and common areas, and residents will move in gradually over the next several weeks with in-house case management. WHQR
- ➤ Good Shepherd Center celebrated the opening of SECU The Sparrow supportive housing community last Friday, May 8 on Carolina Beach Road. The 32-apartment facility for homeless individuals with disabilities received funding from the NC Housing Finance Agency’s SHARP (Supportive Housing American Rescue Plan) program, city and SECU Foundation. WWAY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Wilmington's restaurant scene is shifting as an upscale Mexican restaurant closed Monday, making way for a new eatery from a local restaurateur (the change reflects a growing trend in innovative brunch and coffee spots) and a popular bottle shop is closing soon (visitors still have time to enjoy it). Wilmington Star-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cameron Art Museum’s Design NC 2026 raised over $125,000 for exhibitions, arts education and public programs with record attendance. The two-day fundraiser held April 30 and May 1 drew more than 400 guests at Cocktails in the Courtyard and a sold-out Design NC Forum & Luncheon. WWAY
- ➤ The Wilmington Greek Festival will take place May 15-17 at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church on South College Road, offering homemade Greek food, live music, dancing, and sanctuary tours (pets not allowed). Shuttle parking is available from UNCW and local off-site lots are an option. Wilmington Star-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Hanover County Schools updated families on a Canvas breach that began April 25 and was stopped April 29. The school system worked with Instructure and state cybersecurity officials (restricting access while safeguards are added) to protect student data. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College held its graduation ceremonies yesterday at the Wilson Center in downtown Wilmington — families and graduates marked a major milestone with pride and hope for the future. Wilmington Star-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local food forest project is underway at New Hanover Arboretum. Residents can donate to help plant trees, herbs & promote permaculture as a sustainable green space initiative. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Forecasts suggest Wilmington’s 2026 hurricane season may be calmer than usual, but officials urge coastal residents to stay alert and prepare for any storms. Wilmington Star-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has announced a scheduled boil water advisory for about 200 Wilmington customers starting Monday, May 11 at 6 p.m. – crews are replacing broken water valves and residents may face brief service interruptions. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ The USACE Wilmington District said residential water supplies stay stable despite widespread drought as water levels on the Cape Fear River remain steady and operations at B. Everett Jordan Dam maintain supply (flows near 550 to 600 cubic feet per second). WECT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Children’s Cancer Partners received a 2026 grant from The Ministering Circle to support its programs for children with cancer in Wilmington; the funds (part of a $140,900 distribution among 18 nonprofits) will help expand services like psychosocial support and family assistance. WWAY
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Dead on the Deck: The Deadtown Cosmonauts
2-6 p.m. — Katy's Grill and Bar — Free entry — Experience high-energy music inspired by the beaches of Wilmington, NC.
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John Crist Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Tickets vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians.
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Benny Hill Jazz Quartet Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Music on Market — Free entry — Enjoy an electrifying performance by the acclaimed Benny Hill Jazz Quartet featuring vibrant saxophone improvisations.
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Earth with Wind & Fire Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful rhythms of Earth, Wind & Fire at this lively outdoor concert.
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Coastal Entrepreneurship Awards
6-9 p.m. — UNCW Burney Center — Recognizing local innovation — Celebrate emerging and established businesses in the Cape Fear region.
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Jelly Roll Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices may apply — Experience the soulful sounds of rising star Ethan Burdick live in Wilmington.
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