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Owner of Jimbo’s restaurant dies at 91
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The longtime owner of Jimbo’s Breakfast & Lunch House has died. Jimmy “Jimbo” Patsalos died on Saturday, February 7. According to the restaurant’s Facebook page, he celebrated his 91st birthday in November. Patsalos and his wife, Anna, opened the restaurant on South...
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Town of Leland to host Spring Fling at Founders Park
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — The Town of Leland will host the Spring Fling, formerly Eggspedition at the end of March. The event will take place at the newly renovated Founders Park on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will continue the tradition...
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Founder of longtime Wilmington diner dies; remembered as kind and generous
The founder of one of Wilmington’s oldest businesses died on Feb. 7. James “Jimbo” Patsalos celebrated his 91 st birthday in November, and the restaurant that bears his name celebrated 48 years in business in December. He and his wife, Anna, opened Jimbo’s Breakfast & Lunch House at 1529 S. College Road long before it was on one of Wilmington’s busiest corridors. In fact, in 1977 there was a farm across the street. “He never considered himself a legend,” said his son Nick Patsalos. “But the community is reaching out to us and telling us that Wilmington has lost a legend.” Local favorites: Your guide to the oldest restaurants in the Wilmington area Jimbo's serves classic breakfast and diner fare, as well as dishes that showcase the family’s Greek heritage. They became a well-known dining spot that offered late night and early morning hours when other restaurants were closed – and became a destination for hungry locals and a second home for many regulars. “He was a very hard worker. And he was a very kind, very thoughtful, very generous person,” Anna Patsalos said. “And we are both so thankful to the Wilmington community.” The pandemic did force them to
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Local actor speaks about role in Oscar-nominated film at Thalian Hall viewing
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — An Oscar-nominated movie was shown at Thalian Hall on Monday night, and the North Carolina actor who appeared in several scenes came out to the event. Paul Schneider, who was born in Asheville and now lives in Wilmington, had several scenes in Train Dreams, a...
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This North Carolina Beer Museum Is The Perfect February Adventure
Picture a place where hops meet canvas, where every sip comes with a side of creativity, and where the walls themselves tell stories through bold strokes and vibrant colors. Museum of Beer & Art in Leland delivers exactly this unexpected combination, blending craft brewing with curated artistic expression under one expansive roof.
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This North Carolina Waterfront Grill Keeps Shrimp Simple And People Loyal
When you hear people swear by one place and one dish, you can’t help but pause and wonder… why? Shrimp that steals the North Carolina spotlight. Juicy, tender, seasoned like it knows exactly what it’s doing. Water kissed, grill charred, perfectly timed. Loyalty?. Suddenly obvious. Locals don’t...
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Local Nothing Bundt Cakes Locations Change Hands After Nearly 10 Years
After nearly ten years, the owners of the Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise locations in Wilmington and Leland are selling the businesses. Cat and Greg Marinich, a husband-and-wife team, are selling both locations to Illinois-headquartered TreeHouse Foods, Inc., a publicly traded food processing company. The sale closed on Tuesday, according to Cat Marinich.
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Thalian Hall and Thalian Association Announce 1776: THE MUSICAL Leading Cast
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Thalian Association Community Theatre are proud to announce their co-production of 1776: The Musical, running March 13 through 15, 2026 at historic Thalian Hall. The production features a standout cast, led by Carson Sikorsky as John Adams, Mark Sutton as Ben Franklin,...
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Eat, drink, coast: The Sounder opens on Oleander Drive
Built on fresh seafood, local partnerships and a deep sense of place, The Sounder feels right at home near the coast. If the Wrightsville Beach area had a signature flavor, it might be something like salty air, local seafood and a good cocktail enjoyed while lingering a little longer than everyone planned.
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Alberta Monk Foundation to host first annual art exhibition in Jacksonville
The Alberta Monk Foundation will host its first annual art exhibition, Expressions of the Mind, later this month in Jacksonville. Organizers say the event is designed to engage the community while raising awareness about mental health through visual art. The exhibition will feature works that explore thoughts, emotions and personal experiences, offering attendees an opportunity to view and discuss mental health through a creative lens.
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‘It’s been desolate;’ Wilmington film industry struggles alongside nationwide trend
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – From a decline in employment and production, the film industry in the U.S. is facing significant challenges. This is also causing a ripple effect locally on sound stages in Wilmington like Dark Hourse Stages. “I am doing my best to be optimistic,” said Kirk Englebright,...
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UNCW to host “Coast to Coast Dance Convention” this weekend
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Some of the biggest names in dance are making their way to Wilmington this weekend. The “Coast to Coast Dance Convention” will take place at UNCW this Saturday and Sunday. It is open to those ages five and up. Among those who will...
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Cape Fear Cooking: Simple Super Bowl Recipes
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - It’s almost time for the Super Bowl LX on WECT. With the game on Sunday, now is the time for pregame preparation. But we’re not talking Xs and Os; it’s time to get a game plan together for what you are going to make in the kitchen to score a touchdown at the party.
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All-Star Marshall Tucker Band Tribute Toy Factory Project Adds Shows Leading Up To DelFest
Toy Factory Project—the all-star tribute to Southern rock pioneers The Marshall Tucker Band featuring Marcus King, Charlie Starr (Blackberry Smoke), Oteil Burbridge (Dead & Company), Josh Shilling (Mountain Heart), and original Marshall Tucker Band drummer Paul T. Riddle—has added new shows leading up to the band’s appearance at DelFest.