Today
in Wilmington
Monday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington officials are planning several walking and biking projects to improve safety—from the Greenville Loop Trail set to be finished in 2026 to new curb bump outs at key intersections—to help ease pedestrian travel. The city still ranks as one of the least safe places to walk or bike, spurring ongoing efforts to upgrade its multi-use trails. Wilmington Star-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After a mass shooting in Southport killed three people and injured several others, community members gathered at Southport Baptist Church on Sept. 28 to pray for those affected. Wilmington Star-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Site plans submitted to Pender County show that a grocery store, shops and a restaurant are planned at the busy intersection of U.S. 17 and Scotts Hill Loop Road—project details point to future development in Scotts Hill. Wilmington Star-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tropical Depression Nine is shifting east and will bring tropical rain and hazardous surf conditions to Wilmington starting Monday as local officials urge residents to stay alert. Gov. Josh Stein declared a state of emergency on Sept 27—enabling emergency teams to mobilize resources and advise residents to secure supplies. Wilmington Star-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Seven candidates — including two incumbents — are running for three open seats on Wilmington City Council, with voter registration ending Oct 10. Early voting will begin Oct 16 at the Northeast Regional Library and at satellite sites on Oct 25, with final early voting on Nov 1 and Election Day on Nov 4. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Three candidates are running for Wilmington mayor: incumbent Bill Saffo, broker Jonathan Barfield Jr., and retired officer Billy Craig. Early voting will begin at the Northeast Regional Library on Oct. 16, the voter registration deadline is Oct. 10, and Election Day is Nov. 4 — the candidates focus on addressing housing, traffic, infrastructure and public safety challenges. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Today, the eastbound lanes on Shipyard Boulevard in front of Hoggard High School are closed due to a low-hanging traffic light causing delays — Duke Energy is on scene and Wilmington Police urge drivers to take alternate routes. WECT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New plans in Scotts Hill will build a grocery store, restaurant and shops at the intersection of U.S. 17 and Scotts Hill Loop Road as a Circle K, bank and retail/office space are already underway. The project by Lee Properties and Robertson Loia Roof Architects and Engineers will include 350 parking spaces—residents have voiced concerns over 167 trees to be removed with only 173 mitigation trees planned. Wilmington Star-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington-area high school fans can vote for one of 31 nominees for StarNews Midseason Football Player of the Year as the season enters its final five weeks — the poll closes at 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 7 and allows voters to cast as many votes as they like. Wilmington Star-News
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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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Mike Oregano Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Fermental Beer & Wine — Free entry — Experience a unique one-man band act blending Jazz and Rock in an unforgettable performance.
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Eric Johnson Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Kenan Auditorium — Cost info not provided — Experience the musical journey of Eric Johnson across genres.
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Big Gigantic Live Performance
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique blend of electronic dance music with live instruments by Big Gigantic.
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