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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several town parking lots in Carolina Beach are closed this week for filming by TV crews—Fisherman’s Lot at 224 Canal Drive, Shell Lot at 401 S. Lake Park Blvd, Surfside East Lot at 236 Carolina Beach Ave. N, and Surfside West Lot at 237 Carolina Beach Ave. N. WECT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington officials report that the area sees about 72 pedestrian crashes and 57 cyclist crashes each year and urge drivers to avoid distractions while pedestrians use sidewalks and crosswalks—actions that could reduce risks as the community grows. WWAY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chef Joy’s Grocerant at 143 N. Front St. in downtown Wilmington will host a Last Call Party on July 26 at 8 p.m.—with drink specials and live music as the market closes its doors. The space has seen previous businesses, including Farmin’ on Front and Better Basket, and will liquidate its ingredients during the event. Wilmington Star-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Offshore wind projects off Brunswick have slowed as national and state energy policies shift, with DuKE Energy and TotalEnergies Renewables USA planning studies to see if the Long Bay wind farms—which could eventually power 750,000 homes—will move forward sooner rather than later. The future of these projects remains uncertain+ local experts say renewed political support is needed to boost clean energy efforts. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ A study lasting three and a half years by NC State and UNC Chapel Hill in Carolina Beach recorded 70 flood events over 65 days and presented detailed mitigation strategies to the town council on Tuesday. The research outlines ideas such as pumps, bulkheads, canal changes and a flood barrier with estimated costs from 5 million to 50 million dollars—none of which offer a perfect fix. Port City Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NCDOT awarded contracts to S.T. Wooten Corporation for milling, resurfacing & shoulder reconstruction work on U.S. 421 in Pender County and on N.C. 87, N.C. 133 & secondary roads in Brunswick County. Crews will begin construction as early as late summer and finish by the end of 2026. WECT
- ➤ Town-operated parking lots in Carolina Beach are closed this week for filming and will reopen after the project is completed. WECT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers and Winds Ridge HOA propose The Woods at Galen, a 72-unit townhome community on a 9-acre lot at 6302 Chissom Road, pending a rezoning change to allow higher density. A community meeting to discuss traffic and other concerns is set for July 29 at 6 p.m. at River Road Park Picnic Shelter. Port City Daily
SPORTS NEWS
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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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DEEEEEP DIVE Event Series for Wilmington NC Startups
4-6 p.m. — UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship — Free entry — Engage with local entrepreneurs while enjoying pizza and drinks at this innovative workshop featuring a guest speaker from the startup community.
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Deer Tick Live in Concert
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt tunes from the indie rock band Deer Tick.
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Chris Isaak Concert
7-9 p.m. — Cape Fear Community College — Ticket costs vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-nominated artist Chris Isaak live on stage.
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Grateful Dead Tribute: Bring Out Yer Dead
7 PM – 1 AM — Bowstring - Bar & Live Music Venue — Check venue for entry fees — Experience a tribute to the legendary Grateful Dead in a vibrant local setting.
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Cypress Hill Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic rap group Cypress Hill live in an outdoor setting.
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The Wood Brothers Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the folk-infused sounds of The Wood Brothers in a scenic outdoor setting.
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The Red Clay Strays Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket information not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Red Clay Strays straight from Mobile, Alabama.
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