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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Endowment announced three grants totaling $1.2M to support local nonprofits in New Hanover County—$900,000 for Communities in Schools of Cape Fear to aid teachers, $191,000 for Cape Fear Collective to boost data systems, and $95,000 for Keep Your Hands Off Me to improve support for sexual abuse survivors. All funds are subject to signed grant agreements and a plan of accountability. Port City Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday night in Wilmington, a suspected impaired driver hit a car at a red light, seriously injuring 16-year-old Isabel Crone on her first day of vacation and leaving her fighting for her life in the pediatric ICU—while the driver, Jeremias Yanes, faces charges for driving while impaired, felony serious injury, reckless driving, and transporting an open container—authorities said. FOX Wilmington
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Vivace International Music Festival started July 30 and will run through August 9 in Wilmington. This weekend, showcase concerts will be held at St. James Episcopal Church in downtown Wilmington. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The SARUS Festival for Site-specific and Experimental Art will be held in Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach from August 8 to August 10, featuring local, national and international artists in visual art, dance, sculpture and film. New programs include The Breathing Archive—which will auction artworks to support the festival—and the Flow & Drift Contact Improv Mini Retreat, with events scheduled at five venues. Wilmington Star-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NCDOT is asking residents to submit ideas for projects in its 10-year transportation plan for 2028-2037 using an online survey or drop-in sessions until Aug. 29 — the agency said ideas may include improvements like new turn lanes or intersection upgrades. Officials said suggested projects cannot cover maintenance work such as patching potholes — and project scores will be released by spring with more comment periods later that year. WECT
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Women's Professional Development Luncheon with Molly Grantham
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Wilmington Convention Center — $65 Members, $75 Non-Members — Empowering luncheon featuring insights from journalist and speaker Molly Grantham.
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Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
7-11 p.m. — Bowstring Wilmington — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying tribute to Led Zeppelin with unmatched musicianship and energy.
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