One of the first pieces in downtown Wilmington's resurgence held a big anniversary 40 years ago. According to an advertisement in the Wilmington Morning Star on Oct. 25, 1986, the Cotton Exchange put on its 10th anniversary festival. It was a chance to show…
St. Nicholas’ annual Drive-Thru Greek Food Festival returns this weekend, dishing up Hellenic hospitality and delicious eats from the comfort of your car. WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - St. Nicholas’ annual Drive-Thru Greek Food Festival returns this weekend, dishing up Hellenic hospitality…
Minion Oakley Kellett, Skeleton Christopher Lashway, Flying Squirrel Nilana Hofrichter and Pickle Mila Kellett at Wilmington’s 7th annual Trunk-or-Treat held at the KOA Campground in 2024. WILMINGTON — With the leaves all-but parted, frosty mornings transitioning from the exception to the rule and…
Perhaps the most famous frank on wheels is coming back to the Wilmington area. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is set to make a stop in the Port City on Oct. 22 and Belville the next day, according to the Oscar Mayer…
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A lecture and panel discussion on the 1898 Wilmington coup d’état and massacre has been rescheduled to Saturday, Oct. 24, according to the New Hanover County Public Library. The event was originally set for Saturday, Oct. 17. The panel discussion will…
I do a weekly roundup of things to do in the Wilmington area, and most weeks it's challenging to fit it all in. Events are left out every week, either because I found out about them too late or they…
Some weekends in Wilmington are special, with a slate of entertainment that's more than just run-of-the-mill concerts and festivals. This is one of those weekends, with an uncommon mix of events that includes an original song cycle inspired by a…
Fall is officially here, bringing crisp weather, changing leaves and Halloween decorations. There's no better way to get into the Halloween spirit than walking through a haunted house or dressing up in a costume. So, to help you get in…
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