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8 Wilmington-area people and places with ties to the Revolutionary War
17+ hour, 28+ min ago (630+ words) Today many people across the country are celebrating 250 years of American Independence. While many are celebrating the big day with parades, cookouts and fireworks displays, it's also important to remember that many of our nation's forefathers fought difficult battles so…...
Suspect in Wilmington hostage standoff shoots himself, according to police
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (193+ words) The suspect in a hostage situation shot himself and was in life-threatening condition as of Sunday, June 28, according to a Wilmington Police Department news release. In response to a possible armed hostage situation, police responded to the 500 block of Camway…...
Former Wilmington official sues city, claiming resignation was coerced
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (78+ words) A former Wilmington zoning administrator is suing the city, claiming she was coerced into resigning under threat. Former Wilmington official sues city, claiming resignation was coerced Wilmington's former planning and development zoning administrator, claiming she was forced to resign, has…...
Cook-Out opens another Wilmington location with a familiar name
1+ week, 1+ day ago (77+ words) Another location of a fast-food chain known for its trays has opened in New Hanover County. It also features a brand that caused confusion in the area in 2019. A Cook-Out recently opened at 4195. .. Cook-Out opens another Wilmington location with a…...
Extras and photo doubles sought for Wilmington-shot Disney TV pilot
1+ week, 3+ day ago (61+ words) A Disney TV pilot, possibly titled "Saltwater," is set to film in the Wilmington area. Casting for background actors and two minor photo doubles will begin soon. This marks the third major production. .. That's according to a public social media…...
Escape the ordinary: 26 things to do in the Wilmington area in 2026
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (1266+ words) It's a common scenario: You're about to get together with friends or enjoy a date night, and someone asks the question you've been dreading: What do you want to do? The truth is you don't know what you want to…...
Here are the changes coming to the Wilmington airport in 2027
1+ week, 3+ day ago (51+ words) With a record number of passengers flying through the Wilmington International Airport, ILM will see a variety of changes in 2027. Here are the changes coming to the Wilmington airport in 2027 With millions in construction underway, 2027 is shaping up to be…...
Forty years ago, Wilmington shared the screen with The Terminator
1+ week, 4+ day ago (81+ words) Forty years ago, Wilmington got to share the screen with a big-name action movie star, the only movie he shot in the Port City. Forty years ago, Wilmington shared the screen with The Terminator Forty years ago, Wilmington got to…...
Patriotism in Wilmington is found at these must-see spots
1+ week, 5+ day ago (70+ words) Much like the threads in a flag, patriotism is woven into the Wilmington area's military history. It's a legacy that carries on through monuments, museums, memorials and veterans' groups. From a famed. .. Patriotism in Wilmington is found at these must-see…...
Cool off with these 8 unique frozen drinks in Wilmington
2+ week, 17+ hour ago (51+ words) Colorful, photogenic and a consistently delicious way to cool off, frozen cocktails seem to be everywhere. It's not just your imagination. The global frozen drink market is booming and projected to reach about $15 billion by 2033, according to Dataintelo. .. Cool off…...