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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leading Into New Communities Inc. is offering free workshops to help justice-involved individuals secure employment in Wilmington; sessions run on Wednesdays at the Harrelson Center from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and on Thursdays at 801 Princess Street from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—future bootcamps include a hospitality and ServSafe certification program from June 23-26. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington City Council approved the FY26 balanced budget of $306.6 million — a measure that supports public safety, workforce development, and infrastructure — on June 17 with the new fiscal year set to begin on July 1. The budget also funds switching from the Safelight program to city-owned cameras and converting the SABLE helicopter unit to unmanned aerial systems — steps that boost key public services — while increasing competitive pay and supporting affordable housing. WWAY
- ➤ Wilmington Police’s K9 Blu will receive bullet- and stab-resistant body armor donated by nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s — sponsored by Don and Misty Fike — with the gear expected to be fitted within 10 weeks. WECT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local research team from Novant Health and the University of North Carolina is testing ways to lower opioid prescriptions after surgery while keeping patient care strong. The group received a $500,000 grant to train surgeons and reduce opioid misuse in our community—efforts that aim to improve pain management locally. WECT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Max is a 3-year-old, energetic Golden Retriever mix weighing 75 pounds and is available for adoption at the New Hanover Humane Society on N. 23rd Street in Wilmington—he was surrendered after conflicts with another dog and still needs some training while loving games of fetch. WWAY
SPORTS NEWS
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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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The Fleet Feet Battle for Independence Road Race
7:30-11:30 a.m. — The Pointe at Barclay — Register online — Celebrate Independence Day with a spirited race in Wilmington.
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Diana Krall Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cape Fear Community College — Tickets required — Experience the jazz sensation Diana Krall, the only artist with eight albums debuting at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart.
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Better With Glasses Fest: Filming Locations Tour
12-4 p.m. — Legion Stadium — Limited tickets available — Explore iconic filming locations from 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' in an immersive guided tour.
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