Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Fire Department's annual holiday food drive collected over 1,700 pounds of food, setting a new record. WECT
- ➤ Local groups in Pender County, NC, are organizing a holiday supply drive for the Pender County Humane Society, a no-kill shelter needing various pet-related items. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ The Exchange Barbershop and Lounge in Wilmington, N.C., is offering free haircuts to children aged 5-17 on Dec. 16, with the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Dept creating child IDs for added parent peace of mind. WECT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 30 New Hanover County schools now provide all students with free meals thanks to the Community Eligibility Provision, despite skepticism from newly elected school board member David Perry. WHQR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The University of North Carolina Wilmington will conduct a prescribed burn of 40 acres in its longleaf pine forest during winter break to promote forest health. FOX Wilmington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Wilmington invites non-profits to apply for grant funding for civic development, with selections to be recommended for City Council approval. WECT
- ➤ Martha Wayne, with over 20 years experience, has been appointed as the new Finance Director of Wilmington, succeeding Jennifer Maready. WWAY
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Amber Dale's Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Trees attracts holiday visitors on North College Road. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ The article offers easy-to-follow recipes for Maple Roasted Acorn Squash and a Nutella Puff Pastry Christmas Tree, ideal for holiday entertaining. FOX Wilmington
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Ainsley's Angels 7th Annual Frosty 5K
The Ainsley's Angels 7th Annual Frosty 5K features multiple participation options including virtual, in-person, and special athlete categories in Wilmington, NC.
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Encore Chorale Winter Concert
A winter concert featuring the Encore Chorale of Cape Fear will take place at St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church.
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Celebrate Recovery Meeting at Life Church
Celebrate Recovery at Life Church offers support and community on Monday nights with dinner and childcare available.
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Weekly Healing Service at Myrtle Grove Evangelical Presbyterian Church
The Myrtle Grove Evangelical Presbyterian Church offers a weekly Healing Service featuring worship, communion, and prayer for those seeking comfort and support.
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Kitchen Dwellers Concert
The Kitchen Dwellers will be performing live at the Brooklyn Arts Center in Wilmington, NC.
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2025 New Year's Eve Bash at Bluewater Waterfront Grill
The annual New Year's Eve Bash features live music from Uptown Easy, complimentary late-night snacks, and a champagne toast at midnight, held at the Bluewater Waterfront Grill.
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Hi-Wire Brewing Wilmington 4th Anniversary Celebration
The event is a four-year anniversary celebration at Hi-Wire Brewing Wilmington featuring vendor opportunities and live music.
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Curtain Call: Wilmington Youth Theater Honors
This event celebrates the creativity and hard work of young artists in Wilmington, featuring performances and a Broadway-led workshop for participants.
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