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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Canary Yellow opened in May at 16 N. Eighth St. in Wilmington's Cargo District as a coffee shop and gift shop serving Pantone-inspired drinks and local artwork; owners Jordan Giovannucci and Christopher Russell plan to add an inn with three color-themed rooms above the shop soon—blending their hospitality experience with a passion for design. Wilmington Star-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Masonboro Inlet & its nearby island draw hundreds of 4th of July partygoers and boaters; historical records show the area was once known as Cabbage Inlet Sound and served as a hideout for pirates like Blackbeard & Confederate blockade runners before it evolved into a quiet nature preserve and the largest undisturbed barrier island along the southeast coast. WWAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Hanover High School’s future needs will be discussed on July 8 when the school board hears plans from architects offering three options—renovate the current building, build a new campus, or use a hybrid approach—with costs from $137M to $280M. County officials may propose a 2026 bond vote to help fund repairs that fix safety issues and update the century-old school. Port City Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein vetoed a bill on Wednesday—he said it would hurt consumers by removing a rule that requires a 70% cut in carbon emissions by 2030 while keeping the 2050 carbon neutrality goal in place. WWAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 inductees and will hold an induction weekend from May 15 — 17 to honor local athletes. Attendees will learn more about the new honorees during the event. WECT
- ➤ The Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame announced it will induct five individuals in May 2026; the inductees include Bill Curry & Fred Lynch, Ron Musselman, Ed Wilson & Tamera Young, who have contributed greatly to Wilmington sports. The induction weekend is scheduled from May 15th through May 17th. WECT
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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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Flytrap Brewing Beer Dinner
7:30 p.m. — PinPoint Restaurant — $50 and over — Experience a delightful collaborative dinner featuring special brews and a curated menu with Flytrap Brewing.
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KIDZ BOP Live Certified BOP Tour
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Sing and dance along with the KIDZ BOP Kids featuring today’s biggest hits on stage.
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The Asheville Mountain Boys Live
8-11 p.m. — Live At Ted’s — Ticketed event — Enjoy an enchanting evening of mountain music in Wilmington's favorite listening room.
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Flipturn Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the sounds of flipturn, a band that has crafted its success over time.
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NCGFOA Summer Conference
July 20th-22nd — Wilmington Convention Center — Registration required — Engage with finance professionals at this essential government finance conference.
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Jason Isbell Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Tickets required — Experience the soulful melodies of six-time Grammy Award-winning artist Jason Isbell.
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