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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, community leaders from Wilmington & New Hanover County broke ground on the second phase of Olsen Park improvements, which will add a fenced multi-purpose field, four pickleball courts, and a three-quarter-mile paved trail. Officials said the upgrades will support increased access for park visitors. WECT
- ➤ Susan Chesson of The Big Paw Project and local Eagle Scout Andrew Fairfull built a rainbow bridge in Greenfield Park to honor lost pets after the Chimney Rock bridge was destroyed by Hurricane Helene. The bridge opened May 30 and pet owners had placed mementos by June 9 — a tribute that brings comfort to the community. Wilmington Star-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David Edward Hill, 63, was found guilty of second-degree murder for the 2023 stabbing death of 18-year-old Dayston Ward at Hardee’s in Castle Hayne—witnesses said Hill started the fight over a money dispute and later fled before being caught. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Wilmington police responded just before 2:30 a.m. on Sunday morning to multiple gunshots downtown near Hardwire Tattoo and Body Piercing, where they found 34-year-old Raquan Wilson critically injured; he later died at New Hanover Regional Medical Center and authorities are reviewing surveillance footage while asking the public for help in identifying a suspect. WHQR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UNCW Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on July 11 to review Phase III of the Student Housing Village and discuss a request for up to $4 million for design and pre-construction services—ensuring the project remains on schedule for Fall 2027. WECT
- ➤ The New Hanover County School Board voted Tuesday to fully fund Pre-K for 540 students by using leftover Title I funds and small budget cuts to cover a $975,000 gap caused by cuts that removed more than 100 spots — keeping the Mary Washington Howe Pre-K Center open. Board members listened to community concerns — and they will monitor further state and federal funding changes before making additional decisions. FOX Wilmington
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A garage at Recycling and Solid Waste headquarters in Wilmington will launch Treasure Island on Saturday, July 12. The program lets residents pick up free reusable items—ranging from tools to electronics—each second Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, and participants must sign a waiver. Port City Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials from the City of Wilmington and New Hanover County held a groundbreaking ceremony on July 8 for phase two of Olsen Park expansion—this phase will add a fenced multi-purpose field, four dedicated pickleball courts, a ¾ mile loop trail and extra parking. Wilmington Star-News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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EMDR Training for Clinicians
July 22-26 — Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center — Registration required — Enhance your clinical skills with comprehensive EMDR training from experienced professionals.
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