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Sutton Foster Sets Concert Dates in Boston, Atlanta and More
Tony Award winner Sutton Foster has revealed her upcoming concert dates, with performances taking place in Boston, West Palm Beach, Wilmington, Charlotte, Atlanta, Providence, Denver, and Hilton Head. Foster will have special guest Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara for her performances in West Palm Beach and Denver. See the full...
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The Eagle’s Dare bar owner faces violation for cargo container
WILMINGTON, NC — Joseph Apkarian is the owner of, “The Eagle’s Dare,” on 3rd street downtown. He is facing a violation from the City of Wilmington due to a cargo container that sits on the property. The cargo container outside is painted white, with red decals matching the building’s aesthetics.
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‘Yes, (Top) Chef!’ Culinary competition brings residents, staff together for scrumptious shindig
Wilmington, NC-based Liberty Senior Living is known for its Liberty Games, a competition among its community residents, but the organization recently hosted another competition for its culinary staff. The inaugural Liberty Top Chef Competition took place in December at The Barclay at SouthPark in Charlotte, NC, and drew in chefs, residents and travelers alike.
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New diner opens in Burgaw; Culinary competition sparks downtown business boom
BURGAW, NC (WWAY-TV) – It’s been a couple of weeks since a new diner opened in Burgaw and it joins several other businesses that have also come to the downtown area. Patty’s Place, located on Courthouse Avenue in Burgaw, officially opened its doors on Jan. 5th. The...
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"This one's for Al": Wilmington musicians host benefit show for Alec Chambers
Chambers died after being hit by a car near the parking lot of the Satellite Bar and Lounge, located on Greenfield Street. Police have since charged the driver with a DWI and second-degree murder. Chambers was a professional skateboarder and visual artist who grew up in Wilmington. His death came...
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Wrightsville Beach's Top-Rated Seafood Market Is A Fresh Favorite Locals Can't Stop Talking About
The "Seafood Capital of the Carolinas" might be Hampstead, but a breezy 30-minute drive down the North Carolina coast will bring you to the city's best competitor, Wrightsville Beach. Not only does the seaside town ooze with summer charm year-round, but it is also home to one of the most beloved seafood markets in the area, Motts Channel Seafood. In fact, with over 500 reviews on Google, customers have rated it 4.8 stars as of this writing, saying that the seafood is fresh, the place is easy to find, and it even sells cool merchandise.
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New holiday movie filming in the Cape Fear region
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A new holiday movie is being filmed in the Cape Fear region. University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Theatre Department graduate, Kristi Murdock, has returned to Wilmington to produce and star in a movie she wrote called “A Proper Christmas”. According to Murdock, the...
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Wilmington's Favorite Comfort Food Spot Transforms Grilled Cheese Into A Uniquely Gourmet Feast
Given Wilmington's location on the coast, this Southern city is naturally acclaimed for its seafood. Of course, you'll also find top-notch comfort food in North Carolina's popular beachy portside gem, including at CheeseSmith. Founded by Molly and Brendan Curnyn, this local business and Wilmington favorite dishes up gourmet grilled cheese, perfect for dairy lovers and fans of this nostalgic meal. As CheeseSmith proudly declares, this is "not your momma's grilled cheese." Instead of Kraft Singles on white bread, diners can expect to indulge in specialty creations packed with distinct fillings and condiments on Italian panini bread.
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Cape Fear Chordsmen announce 2026 Singing Valentines
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cape Fear Chordsmen Barbershop Society Chorus will deliver Singing Valentines on Friday, Feb. 13, and Saturday, Feb. 14. Each delivery includes two romantic songs performed live by a local barbershop quartet, a long-stem rose and a Valentine’s card. The service is available for delivery to homes, workplaces, schools, restaurants and special events throughout the local area.
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Weekend events held throughout Cape Fear region honoring MLK
CAPE FEAR, NC (WWAY) — Festivities celebrating MLK Day kicked off over the weekend, with many spread throughout the Cape Fear region. On Sunday morning, Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church had a special service to honor Dr. Martin Luther King. Many filled the seats to preach, sing, and dance to...
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Actress Kristi Murdock begins filming holiday feature ‘A Proper Christmas’ in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, N.C. — Actress and filmmaker Kristi Murdock has begun production on a new holiday feature film in which she wrote, ‘A Proper Christmas.’ Filming will occur this month at multiple locations throughout Wilmington and nearby coastal communities. A graduate of the University of North Carolina Wilmington’s...
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The cinnamon rolls are a must try at Little Loaf Bakery in Wilmington
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Cooking From The Heart: Egg Muffin Sandwich
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - New year. New you. It’s something we hear all the time. But with the start of the new year, WECT is rolling out the new segment “Cooking From The Heart.”. Each month, Chef Gwen Gulliksen from the GLOW Academy in Wilmington will share heart...
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Construction starts on another fast-food restaurant in Wilmington
Construction has started on a fast-food chain restaurant in Wilmington. Work on a new Cook Out at 4195 Market St. has started. It's being built on the site of a former Wells Fargo bank. A representative at Cook Out's corporate office could not say when that restaurant is expected to open. Meanwhile, plans were submitted in January 2025 to New Hanover County for what would be the seventh Cook Out location in the Wilmington area. That proposed location would be at 7245 Market St. in the Ogden area. Should that project be completed, Cook Out would have two Market Street locations, but it wouldn’t be the only Wilmington street with two Cook Outs. The company currently operates restaurants that bookend entrances to the University of North Carolina Wilmington at 429 and 715 College Road. In 2019, speculation surrounded the opening of Taco Roo's , a Mexican restaurant concept owned by the company that eventually transitioned into the Cook Out at 429 College Road. Another Cook Out location in New Hanover County is situated at 5615 Carolina Beach Road. Cook Out restaurants are also located in Leland and Shallotte. The popular hamburger chain, which originated in Greensboro in 1989, has more
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This Wilmington seafood restaurant has been renovated. See the changes
One of the few local restaurants that is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner – and serves classic Calabash-style seafood – has a new look. The Boathouse Restaurant at 6328 Oleander Drive in Wilmington closed for a month and a half in late 2025 for a renovation that pared down the existing interior for a light-and-bright look. But the Southern-style menu and hospitality remain. Restaurateur Tom Humphrey, who opened Jack Mackerel's Island Grill and the former Old Pier House in Kure Beach, started Boathouse in 2011, taking over the Boodles and Creekside Café restaurant space. The Wilmington restaurant has stayed true to its original, seafood-focused vision even after Humphrey’s death in 2021. More: Best hidden gem restaurants in the Wilmington area? Try these 10 spots The new look Since then, Humphrey's son, Daniel Humphrey, has operated the restaurant with his wife, Ashley. The couple met when they were both working at Boathouse more than a decade ago. "We still have a picture of my dad at the restaurant," Daniel Humphrey said. "We didn't want to take away anything he had done. But at the same time, we did want to make it our own." Someone is working in the building
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This Wilmington’s Family-Owned Place Was Named The Best Buffet In North Carolina
In a state renowned for its rich culinary traditions, one humble, family-owned establishment in Wilmington has emerged as a standout. Casey’s Buffet, a staple of Southern hospitality and comfort food, has been named the best all-you-can-eat buffet in North Carolina by Tasting Table, a prominent national food and dining publication.