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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jonathan Durham on May 30 after a citizen turned in a USB drive found in Olsen Park—detectives used its metadata to charge him with two counts of 2nd degree sexual exploitation of a minor and two counts of 3rd degree sexual exploitation of a minor. WWAY
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, law enforcement was at the Prince Mini Mart on Princess Place Drive in Wilmington—one man was detained in handcuffs as officials awaited further details from the police department. FOX Wilmington
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Harbor Entertainment Group announced the Coast 2 Coast Summer Tour will come to Wilmington next week at The Pier at Port City Marina. Reggae artists The Movement and Tribal Seeds (featuring Mike Love) will perform on Tuesday, June 24 at 5 p.m. with kids 10 and under admitted free. WECT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Topsail High School has been named the 2024-2025 recipient of the Exemplary School Award by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association — the honor comes with a trophy, banner, and $1,000 cash award, and Principal Dr. Michael Sasscer said it recognizes the Pirates for having the top overall athletic program in the state. WWAY
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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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Shakey Graves Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Tickets from $56 — Experience an unforgettable night of Shakey Graves' radiant pop hits and mesmerizing visuals.
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