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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity is expanding its projects to build entire neighborhoods as rising land costs make affordable housing scarce—The groundbreaking in Leland began in June with three homes poured and seven more planned to finish by the end of 2026, while a homeownership session was held on June 24. A similar neighborhood project is underway in Calabash with storm water permits in process. WECT
- ➤ Dan Winslow resigned as president and CEO of New Hanover Community Endowment to focus on personal priorities. The board appointed interim CEO Sophie Dagenais—who had served as vice president of programs and grants—to maintain the organization’s strategic direction. WWAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College will partner with StepUp Wilmington to expand its Jobs Week courses that offer four-day job readiness sessions—each running Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning July 22, with added support for interview and resume development and access to the college's career resources. FOX Wilmington
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher hosted Shark Awareness Day on Monday—teaching families about the threats facing sharks from overfishing and public misunderstandings while showing interactive exhibits with sand tiger sharks and bonnetheads. The event aimed to change views on these vital predators and promote sustainable practices to protect marine ecosystems. WECT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CFPUA lifted the boil water advisory in New Hanover County on July 11 — residents were told that tap water is now safe to use. WECT
- ➤ On Monday, The Endowment CEO Dan Winslow resigned to focus on personal priorities after less than a year in the role, having led a rebrand and new grant programs in New Hanover County — the board appointed interim CEO Sophie Dagenais without outlining a long-term replacement plan. The board said it will continue working on advancing the organization’s mission. WHQR
- ➤ The New Hanover County Alcoholic Beverage Control Board announced it awarded $625,000 through the 2026 Community Health and Wellness Grant program to ten local nonprofits that help with alcohol and substance misuse education, treatment and prevention. Awards ranged from $15,000 to $70,000 for recipients including Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern North Carolina, LINC Inc., Coastal Horizons, A Safe Place, Five14 Revolution, Carousel Child Advocacy Center, First Fruit Ministries, Tides, Inc., Lower Cape Fear Lifecare and MedNorth Health Center—part of a program that has provided over $3 million in grants since 2021. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ WMPO’s Be a Looker Campaign—launched in 2019 and renewed every summer—aims to reduce pedestrian and bike accidents in Wilmington, where there are 72 pedestrian and 57 bike incidents on average each year. The campaign urges drivers to watch for pedestrians and bikers while offering safety tips as part of its collaboration with the USDOT’s Safe Streets and Roads program. WECT
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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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