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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Phil Ley, known as the 'Pancake King', dedicates his Thursdays to cooking and serving pancakes at the Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington, providing comfort food to those facing hardship. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Wilmington-area residents won significant prizes in the North Carolina Education Lottery in 2024, with winnings ranging from $100,000 to $1 million. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Silver Lake, known for its clear, shimmering waters, became a popular swimming spot but faced controversies regarding ownership claims, contrary to theories, it was not formed by a meteor. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Taco, a calm 12-year-old Chihuahua mix seeking a new home, is featured as Pet of the Week by Paws Place Dog Rescue. FOX Wilmington
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Flo Rida is scheduled to perform at the 78th North Carolina Azalea Festival on April 4th, 2025, at Live Oak Bank Pavilion. WWAY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A free workshop on January 10 at New Hanover County Arboretum aims to inspire sustainable gardening practices among Wilmington residents to support environmental conservation. Wilmington Star-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lois Potratz shares a versatile and tasty recipe for tortellini skewers, perfect for any occasion. WECT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kathleen Baker, diagnosed with Crohn's Disease, triumphed to win Olympic medals and now advocates for future swimming talent in Wilmington. WECT
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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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Celebrate Recovery Weekly Gathering at Lighthouse Worship Center
Celebrate Recovery is a supportive weekly event featuring dinner, a large group meeting, and small group discussions aimed at helping individuals through recovery challenges.
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Shapeshifting Workshop with Semi-Permanent Colors
This workshop for hairstylists focuses on mastering the use of semi-permanent colors through hands-on experience and demonstrations at Hair Republic Salon.
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