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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington viewers watched the locally filmed Netflix series 'The Waterfront' debut yesterday; the gritty drama—about a fishing family turning to drug dealing—has received mixed reviews and featured local actor Brady Hepner. Residents also look forward to a busy summer weekend as Burgaw hosts the North Carolina Blueberry Festival and other local events offer music and theater. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ On Thursday, the Historic Wilmington Foundation rededicated a plaque for Colonel Kathy King at the Historic African American Maides Cemetery near the Derick Davis Community Center. King, a local resident who led cleanup efforts at the cemetery and died in January from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, was honored for her lasting impact—her work kept a treasured community site alive. WWAY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sunset Beach police removed an 8-foot alligator from the ocean at 1:47 p.m. on Thursday—Sergeant Gray, licensed through the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, secured the animal and relocated it to a nearby pond. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award at the Wilmington City Council meeting on June 17. He will retire on June 27 after 35 years with the Wilmington Police Department. WECT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Novant Health is bridging the healthcare gap with its Community Care Cruiser—Manager Elizabeth Forte explained the initiative in a studio interview yesterday, saying it makes it easier for patients to get care. WECT
- ➤ More than 200 groups across the state are hosting the Longest Day Event to raise Alzheimer’s awareness. In Wilmington, Bradley Creek Health Center makes bouquets at Carolina Bay + Brightmore of Wilmington holds a Summer Solstice Walk from 10–11 a.m. WWAY
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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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Cape Fear Bonsai Society Picnic
1-3 p.m. — Long Leaf Park — Free entry — A festive picnic with food and camaraderie among bonsai enthusiasts in a beautiful park setting.
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