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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • On Saturday, Oak Island officials responded to multiple water rescues near 25th Place West and 54th Place West, and attempted to resuscitate 58-year-old Lori Ann Scappino (from Creedmoor) who suffered a cardiac emergency while swimming but she was pronounced dead after nearly half an hour of efforts.  FOX Wilmington

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Hurricane Bertha struck north of Wrightsville Beach on July 12, 1996 and was the largest July storm ever to threaten the Carolina coast+ many residents experienced their first major tropical storm during this event, which had a lasting impact on the area.  Wilmington Star-News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Councilmember Luke Waddell proposed a juvenile curfew — a measure used by over 400 cities — to reduce late-night disorder downtown after a disruptive July 4 weekend as local business owners and a planned review of police protocols have raised concerns over safety.  Port City Daily

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 7/16/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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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.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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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.

    Mon, 7/21/25

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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.

    Tue, 7/22/25

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  • Brad Paisley Concert

    7-9 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of country music with renowned artist Brad Paisley.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • Bombargo Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard — $20 — Experience Bombargo's vibrant soul and funky indie vibes with unforgettable sing-along anthems.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • Dubtown Cosmonauts Live Performance

    4-8 p.m. — Wrightsville Beach Brewery — Enjoy live music — Experience high-energy tunes from the Dubtown Cosmonauts on the beach.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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