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Hi Wilmington, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: A $100m Walmart settlement, KC and the Sunshine Band, and a Sip & Shuck fundraiser + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Fresh leadership, bold vision: The North Carolina Azalea Festival has named Melissa Lasarsky executive director. With 18 years in marketing and event management, she aims to spotlight Wilmington’s art, gardens, history, and culture — read about her vision.
Safety measures and traffic impacts: South Kerr Avenue will close March 13 for utility work, with a detour to Randall Parkway and College Road. The road is expected to reopen March 16 — see the detour and timing.
Ten years of FTC oversight: North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson reached a $100 million settlement with Walmart over allegations it misled Spark drivers about pay. Drivers in North Carolina will receive about $2 million — see what Walmart must do.
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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💎 Local business spotlight
Curtain call, Wilmington: Thalian Association Community Theatre keeps Wilmington stages buzzing with sharp casts and lively youth showcases. When the week calls for a dose of live-story magic, the seats fill, smiles spread, and applause comes easy; the community energy feels unmistakably local.
Beachside dog fix: When the no-fuss, just-right hot dog mood hits, Trolly Stop Hot Dogs serves snappy dogs, housemade chili and slaw, and loads of topping combos, plus turkey and veggie options. Perfect for a post-walk bite or a quick lunch by the beach.
Cozy lit fix: Pomegranate Books has a thoughtfully curated mix of new releases, poetry, and kids’ picks, plus the built-in perk of Zola Coffee & Tea for sipping while you browse. It nudges your TBR, so you leave with something you’ll actually read, not just display.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Wilmington for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏺 CAM After Dark @ Cameron Art Museum | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Toast Wilmington legend Hiroshi Sueyoshi with an after-dark museum hang mixing a gallery talk, a doc, and chamber music. Hear from his wife, Jane Tierney, ceramicist Gayle Tustin, plus UNCW voices on Japanese culture. Free with admission, registration required. Consider it culture that sticks.
🍻 Historic Happy Hour @ Dram Yard | Friday (3/13) at 4:00 PM – Swap your same-old happy hour for a guided walk through historic downtown Wilmington, with architecture gossip, local lore, and sips. It is $30 for the tour, drinks are on you. Meet at ARRIVE/Dram Yard courtyard, pop into The Vine, finish at Wine Knot Sky Bar.
🛶 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.
🍪 Cookies & Cocktails: Girl Scouts Drink Pairing @ The Eagle’s Dare | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Finally, a fundraiser where your sweet tooth and cocktail habit both count as civic duty. Eagle’s Dare is pairing Girl Scout cookies with craft drinks, so sample Thin Mints with bourbon and Samoas with rum, let the kids sip lemonade, and call it quality time.
🧘 Sound Bath – Inner Alignment @ terra sol sanctuary | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Give your nervous system a timeout with a sound bath of intentional breath, gentle guidance, and soothing layers of tone. Bring a mat if you can, plus your favorite pillow, eye mask, or blanket, props are on hand. It’s $35, and blissfully horizontal.
🥂 Second Annual Sip & Shuck Fundraiser @ The Cargo District | Sunday (3/15) at 4:00 PM – Our favorite oyster roast fundraiser returns to The Alley in The Cargo District, pouring two local beers alongside a baker’s dozen briny beauties. Seventy-five bucks, live music, and the smug satisfaction of helping the Cape Fear River, so snag tickets before your neighbor does.
☀ KC and the Sunshine Band @ CFCC’s Wilson Center | Sunday (3/15) at 7:00 PM – KC and the Sunshine Band hit town for 50 years of funk, R&B, and unapologetic glitter, from Get Down Tonight to That’s the Way (I Like It). Shake Your Booty responsibly, hydrate, and stretch those knees, then thank yourself tomorrow.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Wilmington report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 75°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 88%
Showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Mostly cloudy. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 52 in the afternoon. West wind 12 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. North wind 3 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 64°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 64. East wind 3 to 8 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.
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