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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The New Hanover County Arboretum opened on Oct. 8, 1989 in Wilmington after N.C. Cooperative Extension and local volunteers repurposed the burned Bradley Creek School site—transforming it into a center for plant research and home gardening support. The gardens remain free and open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ On Friday, WARM NC hosted its annual Fire and Ice gala where 250 guests enjoyed food, drinks, dancing, and live and silent auctions. The event raised funds to provide free safety and health home repairs for over 300 families in the Cape Fear region. WECT
- ➤ Tucker, a mixed-breed puppy from Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue, looked for his forever home at an adoption event held yesterday at Wrightsville Beach Brewery. He was playful, energetic, and vocal, and he is up-to-date on all his vaccines and neutered. WECT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington police recovered multiple firearms — including three stolen guns — after a ShotSpotter alert in the Creekwood community on Thursday afternoon, and 18-year-old Cam’ron Randolph Williams along with several juveniles are facing charges. WWAY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington International Airport is in talks with airlines to expand nonstop flight service — aiming to add popular routes like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego — as it continues a $400 million construction program that includes a new hotel and upgraded terminal facilities. The airport now serves 29 nonstop destinations and connects local travelers to over 500 global locations with one connecting stop. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Novant Health and NCWorks will host a two-county career fair next week with open interviews at the Brunswick County Career Center on June 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—and at the New Hanover Career Center on June 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering roles in clinical, non-clinical, professional, and corporate fields. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Hanover County commissioners approved the 2025-2026 budget on Thursday evening in a 3 to 2 vote after hours of heated debate — details were finalized at the last minute. The budget cuts $36 million from programs including affordable housing, pre-K, and social services — nearly 100 county positions will be reduced. WHQR
- ➤ Developers at The Haven at Galleria had a stop-work order lifted on June 11 after they updated the tree survey and submitted a new replanting plan for oak trees removed for infrastructure work—local officials and environmental advocates say this plan does not fully replace the loss of mature trees along Wrightsville Avenue. The project proceeds under older city rules, highlighting challenges with the evolving tree code. Port City Daily
SPORTS NEWS
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Chess Tournament
5-11 p.m. — K2 Suites — $19.00 plus taxes and fees — Engage in intense chess battles and witness strategic gameplay in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Goose Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of captivating melodies and dynamic performance from the rising band Goose.
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Ziggy Alberts Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of ARIA-accredited Australian singer-songwriter Ziggy Alberts on his New Love Tour.
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Dwight Yoakam Live in Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of country music with Dwight Yoakam and special guests The Mavericks and 49 Winchester.
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Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience a genre-defying blend of lyrical poetry and irresistible melodies from Rainbow Kitten Surprise.
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Dubtown Cosmonauts Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Reel Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy tunes from Wilmington's own Dubtown Cosmonauts at this rooftop concert.
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Wilmington Rockstar Connect Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — JohnnyLukes KitchenBar — Free entry — An evening of meaningful connections and opportunities awaits in Wilmington.
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Parker McCollum Concert
7-9 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Tickets required — Enjoy an outdoor performance by Parker McCollum at this scenic venue, rain or shine.
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Big Something Music Festival
4:30-6 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — $ — Experience an unforgettable evening of live music at the Big Something event in Wilmington.
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Wilmington Anime-Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — Pricing not specified — A celebration of anime culture and collectibles in a vibrant convention setting.
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