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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Terry Benjey Bicycling Foundation will host the local Ride in Silence event this week—riders will honor bicyclists killed or injured on roadways. The ride will begin tomorrow, May 21, at 7 p.m. at Empie Park in Wilmington. WECT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Police Department is searching for Donald Lee Avery, a 57-year-old man (5-foot-1, around 125 pounds with brown hair and black eyes) last seen on May 16, and they are asking anyone with information to contact them immediately. WECT
- ➤ Wilmington police arrested 26-year-old Liqueonte Jones on May 15 after a search warrant on Lullwater Drive led to the seizure of 210 grams of methamphetamine, 72 grams of cocaine, and 426 grams of marijuana—he now faces multiple charges and is held without bond. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Single show tickets for the 2025-2026 CFCC Broadway and the Beach season are on sale—Richard Thomas in ‘Mark Twain Tonight!’ tickets were available Monday, May 19 at 10 a.m. and ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ tickets are on sale today at 10 a.m. Tickets for Chicago on May 21, Mamma Mia on May 22, Kinky Boots on May 23, BEETLEJUICE on May 27 and SIX on May 28 will be available at 10 a.m.—tickets can also be purchased at the Wilson Center box office Monday through Friday from 12 to 6 p.m. WECT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Community groups—the New Hanover County NAACP, Indivisible, New Hanover for All, and the New Hanover County Association of Educators—will host an Educational Forum on Saturday, May 31 at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., where attendees will network and join a panel discussion on public school funding. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, New Hanover County commissioners presented the recommended budget for fiscal years 2025-26 that sets a 35% tax rate on higher property values, meaning the average home at $581,000 will face a $170 monthly tax bill—$39 more than last year. The budget raises the General Fund from $448.6 million to $488.5 million to support education, public safety, legal aid and economic development, and a community session is set for May 21 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Resource Center with a public hearing on June 2. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ New Hanover County commissioners on May 19 asked county manager Chris Coudriet to reduce the property tax rate from 35 cents to 33.9 cents so that day-to-day services can be adequately funded while addressing public concerns—Coudriet is expected to present a revised proposal by June 2. Port City Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Several Wilmington-area teams remain in the spring high school sports playoffs and the StarNews Athlete of the Week Poll, presented by Anderson Air, is one of the final polls of the season. Voters have until (Friday, May 23 at noon) to choose among 11 athletes as results will be announced (May 26). Wilmington Star-News
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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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Charles Wesley Godwin
7-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt country-folk melodies of Charles Wesley Godwin as he showcases his authentic voice and dynamic band.
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North Carolina Open Water Swim Camp and High Tech Collaborative
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — 690 Hamilton Dr, Wilmington, NC — Limited spaces available — Enhance your swimming technique with expert coaching at this unique open water camp.
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Dispatch Concert
4-8 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a live performance by one of the biggest independent rock bands in the country.
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