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in Wilmington
Sunday, November 16th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers help Catholic Charities of the Cape Fear Region operate the Clean Start mobile laundry trailer to provide Wilmington residents with essential laundry services. The effort supports families as they work to build a better start in life. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ First Fruit Ministries held its eighth annual holiday banquet on Saturday in Wilmington to help people without homes by offering a holiday dinner, music, and winter donations—jackets, gloves, and socks. WWAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington firefighters poured water on the Graystone Inn after a fire broke out on November 14 and battled hotspots on November 15 (the fire marshal ruled the cause was accidental). Wilmington Star-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Southern Lights holiday light show—whose opening night was on Nov. 15—will return on Nov. 21-22, 28-29 and Dec. 4-6, 10-13, 15, 18-20 and 22-23 at The Gardens in Willard. Wilmington Star-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington City Council unanimously passed a resolution opposing Chemours’ planned expansion of its Fayetteville Works plant until the company cleans up decades of PFAS contamination in the Cape Fear River watershed—local officials say the move is needed to protect public health. Regulatory bodies will review Chemours’ permit application and allow public input on the project. Wilmington Star-News
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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Hampton Inn Wilmington-University Area/Smith Creek Station — Materials included — Craft your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish delights and tea in a creative atmosphere.
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Wilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K
7:00 AM — Riverfront Park — Registration fee required — Experience the scenic views and festive finish line after conquering historic downtown Wilmington.
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North Carolina Symphony - Handel's Messiah
3-6 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Tickets available — Experience the spectacular performance of Handel's Messiah by the North Carolina Symphony.
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Bryan Bielanski Live Performance
6 PM - 12 AM — Barzarre — Check venue for cover charge — Enjoy acoustic rock tunes from the talented Bryan Bielanski while savoring delicious tacos and drinks.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Underfront Co. — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday season in style with festive sweaters and fun activities downtown.
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