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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two legacy concerts are set at the Wilson Center to celebrate decades of stardom. Three Dog Night will perform on Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. with special guests Ambrosia & John Ford Coley while Il Divo will honor co-founder Carlos Marín on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.; tickets for members go on sale today at 10 a.m. and for the public on May 16 at 10 a.m. WECT
- ➤ ‘Solidarity Now! 1968 Poor People’s Campaign’ is on display at the Cape Fear Museum and will be available through Aug. 31, offering visitors a look at the 1968 Poor People’s Campaign. WECT
- ➤ Kaleo will perform at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on September 20 as part of their Mixed Emotions Tour with special guests Stephen Day & JUNIUS. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, May 16 at 10 a.m. WECT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews from the North Carolina Forest Service left the area Tuesday after helping contain the Sunset Road fire in Boiling Spring Lakes, which remains at 83% containment—rain helped reduce hot spots and local teams then took over monitoring the fire. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The renourishment project for Carolina and Kure Beaches is delayed another year after the only bid came in at double the expected cost—USACE has awarded a $23.52 million contract to Norfolk Dredging Company for work from November 16 to April 30. Town officials noted that while most of the beach remains in good shape, extra sand is needed to help reduce erosion and storm damage risks. WECT
- ➤ The NCDOT will dedicate the newly constructed Old Lake Road overpass near Lake Waccamaw to the Waccamaw Siouan Tribe on Saturday, May 17th at 2:00 p.m. + A state bill directed this naming + the bridge replaced a conflict intersection as part of a $44 million project. WWAY
- ➤ A bill in the state legislature aims to limit HOA power by capping fines, banning foreclosures for unpaid fines, and preventing fines on home businesses. It passed the Senate 47-0 last week and now moves to a House committee for further review—supporters stress that well-run HOAs have nothing to fear. WWAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hoggard beat Athens Drive 16-2 in the opening round of the NCHSAA girls lacrosse playoffs Tuesday in Wilmington — the Vikings scored five goals in under four minutes. Camden Reed and Giselle Frick each scored five goals — key efforts that set the tone for the win. WWAY
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Coheed and Cambria Concert
6-10 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Infinite Arc Tour with Coheed and Cambria alongside Mastodon and Periphery.
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Mat Kearney Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of captivating music from Mat Kearney, known for his chart-topping hits and engaging performances.
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Wrigglesworth ACE Hardware 2nd Annual BBQ Grill Expo
2-6 p.m. — College Park Elementary School — Free entry — Enjoy delicious BBQ grilling demos and vendor displays from 22 local experts.
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Napoleon Dynamite Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — VIP experiences available — Enjoy a live Q&A with the cast of the beloved indie classic 'Napoleon Dynamite' after the screening.
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Casino Night Fundraiser at Hi-Wire Brewing
6-10 p.m. — Hi-Wire Brewing Wilmington — $40 Early Bird, $50 Pre-sale, $65 Day of — Roll the dice for a good cause with games, music, and raffles benefiting local charities.
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Supply Chain and Logistics Council Meeting Q2
4-6 p.m. — The Eagle's Dare — Complimentary food provided — Connect with industry leaders and explore partnerships in the logistics sector.
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Cape Fear River Yacht Private Charter Experience
Two-hour journey — Wilmington City Docks — Book your adventure — Sail the Cape Fear River, exploring breathtaking scenery and local wildlife.
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Aces for Azaleas Beach Volleyball Tournament
11:30 a.m. — Capt'n Bill's Backyard Grill & Volleyball Facility — Team registration $100 — Enjoy a friendly summer beach volleyball tournament with cash prizes and a DJ.
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US Air Force Heritage of America Band Concert
2:30 – 3:30 PM — Cape Fear Museum of History and Science — Free entry — Experience a patriotic concert featuring talented Airmen-musicians performing classic and popular music.
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Ledisi Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an uplifting performance by acclaimed artist Ledisi.
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