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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington and New Hanover County leaders focus on expanding affordable housing with multiple projects breaking ground in 2025, benefiting residents with incomes ranging from 30% to 120% of the Area Median Income. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ 2024 marks the passing of key southeastern North Carolina figures, including tennis pioneer Lenny Simpson and NFL quarterback Roman Gabriel. WWAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Police Department concluded the investigation into 49-year-old Karin Rochelle Ottenberg's death, determining it was an accident after she was found near her home following her disappearance on Dec. 22. Port City Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Linda Lavin, acclaimed TV, film, and Broadway actress, has died at age 87, leaving a significant mark on Wilmington's arts scene through her contributions over 17 years. Port City Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina's film industry generated over $302 million in direct in-state spending in 2024, making it the second-highest year since 2015 with more than 55 productions. WECT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNCW will update its policy reviews for academic programs following new UNC System directives, aiming for a more thorough evaluation process to enhance educational outcomes. Port City Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cigna HealthCare and Wilmington Health have reached a 3-year agreement, ensuring Cigna customers continued in-network access until January 2028. WWAY
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A food critic highlights the top dining experiences in Southeastern North Carolina for 2024, including the best in categories like burgers, pizza, and seafood. WECT
SPORTS NEWS
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Hi-Wire Brewing Wilmington 4th Anniversary Celebration
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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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Goal-Setting Workshop for Writers
This event offers writers a supportive environment to set and achieve their writing goals, facilitated by experienced professionals from the NC Writers' Network.
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NC IDEA Spring 2025 Grants Information Session in Wilmington
This session at the UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship aims to provide insights into the NC IDEA MICRO and NC IDEA SEED grant processes, fostering networking opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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