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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Surf City Bridge now offers a 10 foot wide multi use path for pedestrians and cyclists to take in views of Topsail Island, local waterways and businesses—an ideal way to slow down and enjoy the coastal scene. Visitors can park at Soundside Park or the Surf City Welcome Center and are advised to visit between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays for a more relaxed experience. Wilmington Star-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Rose Hill man, 23-year-old Hernan Chirinos-Herrera, was found guilty of statutory rape for abusing a six-year-old he babysat in 2017 — the conviction was reached after four minutes of jury deliberation with expert testimony, and he was sentenced to 13 to 20 years in prison. FOX Wilmington
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College will launch an Assistance Dog Training program with Paws4People to help students gain skills for animal careers and to support service dog development for those in need + registration for the first course opens now with classes set to begin on Oct. 8. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ New Hanover County Schools will hold a Strategic Planning Listening Tour on Wednesday, July 30—starting with a staff session from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Board of Education Building and followed by a public session with Superintendent Dr. Chris Barnes and Board members from 6 to 7 p.m. The event offers parents a chance to share ideas to guide the district’s future. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ Brunswick County Schools Superintendent Dale Cole said growth near Leland will force the district to build at least two new elementary schools and one high school. A new school in Jackey’s Creek was approved on a 64-acre site and is set to open by the start of the 2028 school year—official plans are still being developed to meet rising enrollment. WWAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Counterforce Health is an AI tool that helps patients fight insurance claim denials and was tested at Wilmington Health's Rheumatology Clinic; it was developed in the Research Triangle after noticing more denials in Wilmington. Cofounder Neal Shah said the tool speeds up appeals—processing 15‑20 denials in hours while remaining free through grant funding. WECT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue won the South Atlantic Regional Championships in Nags Head last week—its women’s team won five events and its men’s team took two, and the club will now compete at the USLA National Championships in Huntington Beach from Aug 6 to 9. WECT
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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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Flunk Cancer 5K
8:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Sunset Park Elementary School — Entry fee applies — Participate in this annual event supporting local teachers and their families.
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Afrobeats and Brunch Day Party
3-7 p.m. — Amplify NC — No refunds — Dance to Afrobeats while savoring a delicious brunch in a vibrant atmosphere.
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