Today
in Wilmington
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A family of a victim killed in a mass shooting spoke at a vigil held yesterday in Southport where many gathered to honor the loss + they expressed their faith and hope during the event. WECT
- ➤ Today, Wilmington Riverfest continues downtown for its 46th annual celebration that began Saturday with a street fair, car show, live music, food trucks and a drone show. More than 100,000 visitors have attended the event since 1979—highlighting its enduring draw for the community. WWAY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Southport community gathered for a vigil at Generations Church near the Waterfront after three victims—Joy Rogers, Solomon Banjo, and Michael Durbin—were killed on Sept 27 when someone fired from a boat into American Fish Company, and Nigel Edge now faces charges including three counts of first degree murder with his next court appearance set for Oct 13. FOX Wilmington
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington residents can secure tickets to the popular Enchanted Airlie light display at Airlie Gardens—featuring holiday lights, seasonal music, and hot beverages—that runs Nov. 28-29 and Dec. 1-21 with reservation slots from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to 8:30-9:30 p.m. Members get pre-sale access starting Oct. 8, individual members on Oct. 15, and the general public on Oct. 22, and all entry must be by vehicle. Wilmington Star-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three media companies will host a Wilmington forum on Oct. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at WHQR Gallery—where seven council candidates and three mayoral candidates will answer local questions as voters learn more about their choices. Port City Daily
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A large project called Blake Farm is underway along U.S. 17 in Scotts Hill, where national homebuilder D.R. Horton has built 1,389 of the planned 2,707 residential units. The development will finish more than 1,300 homes — including apartments and a retirement community—with plans for an amenity center featuring a clubhouse, pool, walking trails and a dog park. Wilmington Star-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington high school sports fans can vote for a StarNews Athlete of the Week from 21 nominees who showed great skill on the gridiron and volleyball courts. The online poll will close on Oct. 9 at 11:59 p.m.—voters can cast as many votes as they wish. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Final scores for Week 7 of Friday Night Football were released on Oct. 4 showing Laney beating Topsail 27—9, North Brunswick defeating West Brunswick 42—24, and Hoggard winning 34—0 over New Hanover, with other games ending in scores that ranged from 55 to 7. FOX Wilmington
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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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TreeHouse! Live at The Reel Cafe
7-10 p.m. — The Reel Cafe — Get your tickets now — Enjoy a fantastic show with TreeHouse! and special guest Rockstead on the rooftop.
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Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Admission includes sampling glass — Enjoy a fun-filled festival with over 300 beers, 100+ wines, and live music.
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Tedeschi Trucks Band Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of the legendary Tedeschi Trucks Band live in Wilmington.
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