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in Wilmington
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ County officials and local leaders celebrated the new main library at 230 Grace St, Suite A after more than a decade of planning, and they said the project finished on time and under budget. The facility features upgraded spaces with more natural light and flexible layouts—designed to meet future community needs—and will operate with set business hours. WECT
- ➤ Officials and vendors said the Wilmington River festival—created in 1979 to revitalize the community—still draws visitors from Kentucky to California and continues to spark local energy. WECT
- ➤ Wilmington Parks & Recreation invites residents to celebrate Greenfield Park’s 110th anniversary on November 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the event will include opening remarks, a time capsule ceremony, a bounce house, vendors, and a food truck, followed by a free Centennial Concert at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater from 2 to 6 p.m. WECT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Minority Enterprise Development Week is underway in the Cape Fear region and offers workshops and networking for minority and women-owned businesses until October 10—New Hanover County Chief Civic Engagement Officer Linda Thompson told Tomika Jackson that the event has united over twenty organizations for eleven years. WWAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington Riverfest, founded in 1979 to revitalize the community — drawing visitors from Kentucky to California — continues to be a hit as local organizers plan more events to keep the tradition alive. WECT
- ➤ Downtown Wilmington still shows the work of the Howe family — they built landmarks such as the Bellamy Mansion, St. Mark's Episcopal Church, and the Rankin-Walker House that stand as a testament to their skill. Anthony Walker Howe learned carpentry while enslaved and taught his sons so they could buy their freedom, starting a legacy that shaped our city. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College announced that KC and the Sunshine Band will perform on Sunday, March 15 at 7 p.m.—tickets for members go on sale online on Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. and for the public on Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. Port City Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jonathan Barfield Jr., a Navy veteran and real estate broker who served 16 years as a county commissioner, is running for Wilmington mayor in the November 4 election — he believes his strong state and regional connections will bring needed resources to the city as he faces incumbent Bill Saffo and Billy Craig. Port City Daily
- ➤ Wilmington has appointed Dennis LaCaria as its new Chief of Staff. He will lead city initiatives and coordinate departments—drawing on experience from previous roles in Charlotte-Mecklenburg County. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ County officials remind residents that only Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Wrightsville Beach voters may cast ballots in this municipal election. Voters must register by Oct 10—if they miss the deadline they can register during early voting starting Oct 16 with proof of residency. WECT
- ➤ North Carolina’s Governor’s Highway Safety Program is launching Operation Crash Reduction to prevent speeding deaths by boosting patrols, radar operations, and speed display signs through Oct.12—efforts based on October’s high crash rates. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ New Hanover County Public Library held a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday at 2 p.m. to mark the opening of its new main location and offered a sneak peek of the building to community members. WECT
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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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