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Monday, July 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington’s C.W. Worth House Bed and Breakfast, the city’s longest-running bed and breakfast, is nominated for the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award — voters can cast daily votes until Aug. 4 at noon and winners will be named on Aug. 13. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ New Hanover County started Treasure Island Saturday at its Highway 421 headquarters, where residents lined up at 9 a.m. to take free household items on a first-come, first-served basis—each household may choose up to 15 items. The program will accept donations starting next month, though fabric is not allowed because the space lacks climate control. WWAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Creedmoor woman, 58-year-old Lori Ann Scappino, died at Oak Island on Saturday after emergency crews were dispatched at 5:57 p.m. to a swimmer in distress and worked over 30 minutes to revive her—she was pronounced dead at the scene. WWAY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a bill to require a six-week recreational flounder season failed over shrimp trawling restrictions, the Division of Marine Fisheries said it will hold a limited season this fall — details are pending. The Marine Fisheries Commission tentatively approved an equal split of the flounder catch between recreational and commercial fishermen — a final vote on plans is set for August. Wilmington Star-News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer James H. Goodnight Jr. is renovating century-old downtown Wilmington buildings using deep historical research—he reconnected previously separated spaces on Front Street and uncovered details like a 1790s char line and an ancient stone wall. He plans to restore a double entrance at the former Caffe Phoenix building and may convert an old basement into a bar. Wilmington Star-News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Brad Paisley Concert
7-9 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of country music with renowned artist Brad Paisley.
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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.
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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.
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