Today
in Wilmington
Sunday, December 28th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house on Waterline Way in Riegelwood burned on Dec. 21 due to an extension cord (the fire chief said), forcing a local family to rebuild their home with help from churches and a GoFundMe, though no one was injured. FOX Wilmington
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 27, 2025, families attended Winter Break Fun at Cape Fear Museum of History and Science in Wilmington, enjoying hands-on activities + building candy structures and making cinnamon-scented bird ornaments. Wilmington Star-News
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New Year's Eve Bash at Bluewater
9:00 PM — Bluewater Waterfront Grill — Ticketed event — Celebrate the New Year with live music, dancing, and a midnight champagne toast overlooking the water.
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Floating Lantern Ceremony
2-7 p.m. — Cameron Art Museum — Free outdoor event — Create and float a lantern while enjoying live music and reflecting on special moments.
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Charleston Cougars at UNC Wilmington Seahawks Women's Basketball
7-11 p.m. — Trask Coliseum — Tickets available — Catch the action as the Cougars take on the Seahawks in a thrilling women's basketball matchup.
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