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Rise and shine, Wilmington!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Avelo extends flights, Hollywood East Brewseum, and a bluegrass dinner with a James Beard finalist + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Wilmington protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Airline updates service plans: Avelo has extended its flight schedule at Wilmington International Airport through fall, following the January closure of its Wilmington base, keeping more options for local travelers — read the full story.
Celebrating Wilmington’s screen legacy: A film and TV-themed restaurant, Hollywood East Brewseum, is coming to the former Rose Ice & Coal building on Market Street. Construction expected soon, with a late summer opening planned — see the plans and timeline.
Step into creative careers: Curious about graphic design? CFCC will host a Career Discovery Night on Thursday, March 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at its downtown Wilmington campus, with faculty and career insights — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Weeknight river reset: Need a midweek exhale? Wilmington Water Tours offers narrated river cruises and sunset trips with live music aboard a comfy, fully enclosed 49-passenger catamaran… yes, with a restroom and a real bar. Get fresh air, local history, and zero traffic in one easy float.
Time to stash up: If your couch cushions, patio plans, or sewing mojo need a lift, Mill Outlet Village stocks drapery, upholstery, outdoor, and quilting/apparel fabrics, plus foam, trims, and other essentials, so projects stop stalling. Leave with ideas you can actually cut, and supplies that make them happen.
Old-school breakfast vibes: Established in 1901, The Dixie Grill keeps mornings steady with fluffy omelets, grits, and coffee that shows up on time. Cozy, no-fuss plates taste like Wilmington, perfect when comfort outranks ambition. Downtown staple with old-school charm, light on chatter, heavy on satisfaction.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎻 An Evening of Bluegrass, Books, and a James Beard Finalist Chef @ Seabird Restaurant | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – Bluegrass, stories, and a Dean Neff feast with Woody Platt and Shannon Whitworth, hosted by Wiley Cash, all to keep Floodplain Books thriving. Snag scarce GA for plates and three drinks, or go 8-seat VIP with caviar, Seabird’s tower, and chef’s table bragging rights.
🕯 St. Patrick’s Candle Making @ Hi-Wire Brewing Wilmington | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:00 PM – Skip the green beer and make a St. Paddy’s candle at Hi-Wire with Lucid Coast. Blend a custom scent, pour coconut-soy wax with a wooden wick, name it, label it, then linger for a pint. No experience required, just good company, and a 55-hour burn.
🍲 Empty Bowls 2026 @ First Baptist Church Activity Center | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Take a long lunch and do some good at Empty Bowls, a soup social where fifty bucks gets you a gourmet bowl from a hometown restaurant, a handcrafted bowl to keep, and warm fuzzies. Proceeds split 50/50 between Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard and Good Shepherd Center.
🧚 Enchanted Grove Expo @ Elks Lodge 532 | Friday (3/13) at 4:00 PM – If your porch already looks like Airlie Gardens and your nightstand doubles as a quartz quarry, clear some shelf space. Wilmington’s first plant and crystal expo is rolling in with three days of vendors, workshops, coffee, and very soothing energy. Bring tote bags, and skepticism.
☘ Sip, Shop & Get Lucky @ BAZAR | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Bazar is turning shopping into a sport with the Lucky Leprechaun Bar, Irish Limeade, wine, sweet treats, and green-tag deals that actually feel lucky. Sip, browse, and toss your name in the $250 gift card drawing, then leave hydrated, slightly sugared, and proud of your finds.
🛶 At the Forest’s Edge @ Wilmington Water Tours, LLC | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Missed the boat, literally? This rare cruise up the NE Cape Fear River skirts Sledge Forest’s hidden edges, with speakers, a light lunch, and tunes by Stephen Axhelm, all benefiting Save Sledge Forest. It’s sold out, of course, but the waitlist is your golden ticket.
🍀 Shamrock Fest @ The Bend | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Head to The Bend for Shamrock Fest, an outdoor market with about 50 local vendors slinging St. Paddy’s goodies, crafts, and treats. It’s the kind of browsing that pairs well with mild bragging about shopping local. Wear green, dodge pinches, support your neighbors.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Wilmington report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 32%
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 10am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southwest wind 1 to 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 20%
A slight chance of rain showers after 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Southwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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