Today
in Wilmington
Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sayaun Dent Memorial Foundation held a memorial reveal Saturday afternoon at Baldwin Branch Church Cemetery in Elizabethtown to honor Sayaun Dent, who died after a truck failed to stop at a stop sign at the Marsh Road and Highway 41 intersection. His memorial includes a basketball jersey and sneakers—symbols of his passion for the game—as his family and community continue to celebrate his legacy. WECT
- ➤ Today, the Live Fearlessly Foundation hosted its first-ever benefit concert at Waterman’s Brewing to honor late founder Jacob Venditti — all proceeds supported families affected by cystic fibrosis. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Confederate monuments removed from downtown Wilmington in 2020 were moved to Valor Memorial Park in Davidson County — a private park managed by Commemorating Honor, Inc.; the city no longer owns these statues that were once held by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and removed amid public safety concerns during protests. Photos have yet to confirm if the monuments are currently on display. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The Live Fearlessly Foundation hosted its first Live Fearlessly Festival—honoring the late founder Jacob Venditti—to pay tribute to his legacy. WECT
- ➤ The fourth Cape Fear Latinos Festival was held on Sept. 20 in Wilmington—marking a colorful event that began with a parade at Riverfront Park and continued at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion. Wilmington Star-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNC Wilmington will re-open tomorrow, Sept. 22, with enhanced security measures after a campus lockdown later called a false alarm—police now maintain increased presence at main entrances, and extra law enforcement personnel are assigned to patrol key areas including the Center for Marine Science, while residence halls remain staffed over the weekend. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Louis Bourgault, a World War II veteran who left high school at 17 to serve his country, got his long-awaited diploma from Battleship North Carolina last Saturday at a museum meeting. His old friend and tour guide Hugh Donohue helped recover his records and secure city council approval so he could officially graduate as a member of the class of 1943. WWAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pender High School's Patriots defeated Wallace-Rose Hill 32-26 in double overtime in Week 4 and are now 3-0 as they prepare to travel to Tabor City to face the South Columbus Stallions. FOX Wilmington
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Maren Morris Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Cost info TBA — Enjoy an evening of live music with Maren Morris at a picturesque venue.
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Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors - Medicine Anniversary Tour
7:00-8:30 PM — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the magic of live music with Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors on their anniversary tour.
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MasterChef All-Stars Live
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Tickets available — Experience culinary magic live with your favorite MasterChef All-Stars.
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JJ Grey & Mofro Concert
5:45-7:15 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Ticket information not provided — Experience an evening of soulful music from a notable Jacksonville artist.
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Gavin Adcock Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Last-minute concert tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Gavin Adcock.
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Wilmington Riverfest
10 AM – 6 PM — Wilmington Downtown Incorporated — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit along the beautiful Cape Fear riverfront with music, food, and activities for all ages.
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The 502s Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — $25+ — Experience the energetic beach folk sounds of Florida's
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DUBTOWN COSMONAUTS Live Dock Party
6-10 p.m. — Marina Grill — Free entry — Experience high-energy tunes from the beachy Dubtown Cosmonauts in a festive dock atmosphere.
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Gunhild Carling Concert
7-9 p.m. — Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the swinging jazz standards of Swedish musical sensation Gunhild Carling live in concert.
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Phantogram Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Cost info not provided — Experience the genre-defying sounds of experimental band Phantogram in a beautiful lakeside setting.
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