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Thalian Hall brings historic moving panorama back to Wilmington
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Thalian Hall is bringing a piece of 19th-century entertainment back to Wilmington with a moving panorama depicting a journey down the Mississippi River. The more than 100-foot-long painted scroll was revealed on both Saturday and Friday, marking the return of the art form to the...
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Smokey Bear brings forest-safety paws-itivity to students during school visit
COMFORT, N.C. — Comfort Elementary School welcomed Smokey Bear for a visit with students. The school says students were excited to meet the well-known bear and learn about fire safety. Smokey also reminded students about the importance of preventing wildfires and protecting forests. The visit brought a special connection...
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You Can Actually Eat Lunch Aboard An Old Boat At This Wilmington North Carolina Riverwalk Grill
Your lunch table floats. The whole restaurant sits on a barge anchored in a river, and it’s the only floating restaurant in town. That alone got my attention. Then I learned the place is named after a legendary 18th-century female pirate tied to coastal lore. The kids’ menu is...
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Pet of the Week: Meet Sherman from Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Sherman, a 4-year-old poodle mix, is looking for his foster-to-adopt home. The petite 16-pound pup was found as a stray and brought to animal control. He was matted and weak from poor nutrition, but caregivers say he was just as cute and grateful to be saved as could be.
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North Carolina dance group keeps Mexican traditions alive
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, one local dance group is helping preserve Mexican culture and traditions through music, dance and colorful costumes. The group performed at last month’s Cape Fear Latino Festival in Wilmington, showcasing traditional Mexican dances and celebrating...
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Fair food flavors arrive as Wilmington-area restaurants announce closures
I've been thinking fair food this week, with the release of the 80 or so new foods at the N.C. State Fair . I'm talking pickles in cheesecake, peach-and-hot chicken sundaes and cheesy birria bombs. It's worth a visit to Raleigh. But if you can't get there this year, or you can't wait until the Brunswick County Agricultural Fair & Expo, which starts Oct. 21, there is another Department of Agriculture event that will also be (partially) right here in Wilmington. The Country Ham Restaurant Week runs through Oct. 25, just like the fair. And it's meant to showcase the salt-cured, slow-aged delicacy of North Carolina. Chefs from 11 restaurants across the state are showcasing the ingredient, including two local restaurants. For details, and more of this week's food news, read below. What to eat Fair food: It's not all deep-fried and stuffed with cheese at the fair. Among the new foods this year are those that feature N.C. country ham, piled in sweet potato biscuits or sprinkled on okra. If you want to participate locally in the Country Ham Restaurant Week, here's where to go. Chef Josh Petty of Cast Iron Kitchen is serving a grazing board with Sugar
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Southport restaurant to close as owner retires in December
A Southport restaurant is closing as a lifelong restaurateur plans to retire. Sheila Barbee, owner of Blue Cow Grille, said the eatery at 108 E. Moore St. would close Dec. 17. "We appreciate our local community, loyal customers and great staff for supporting Blue Cow Grille," she said in a note posted to social media. Barbee opened Blue Cow Grille in 2018 with husband John. Before that, the couple managed the former Port Charlie's in Southport before opening their own business, Dry Street Pub & Pizza, which now has new owners. During its eight years in business, Blue Cow Grille has developed a following for its burgers, but the restaurant also offers other sandwiches, salads, tacos and extras like pork rinds. Barbee said she loves the restaurant business, but is looking forward to spending more time with her family. She added that tried to sell the restaurant. When that didn't work out, she sold the building. More: 23 places to eat outside this fall in the Wilmington area Meanwhile, new property owner Noah Rudolph is planning to open Southport Donuts & Ice Cream in the space, as well as two other neighboring concepts in the building. At 18, he opened
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Two Navy veterans to receive service dogs aboard Battleship North Carolina
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Two Navy veterans will receive specially trained service dogs during a ceremony aboard the Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington next week. Canines for Service, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans through service dog partnerships, will host the ceremony. The event will recognize Patrick Walker...
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Publix announces new supermarket in the Wilmington area
More details have been confirmed about a new grocery store coming to Scotts Hill. Publix confirmed it has executed a lease on a new location off U.S. 17 and Scotts Hill Loop Road. It will be the second Publix in Pender County alongside a location in Surf City. The grocery store will be part of the Shoppes at Blake Farm , a commercial hub located across from the Blake Farm development . “We are excited to bring a new Publix Super Market to more customers in Wilmington,” said Publix Media Relations Manager Jared Glover. “We look forward to providing quality products, exceptional service, and a welcoming shopping experience to this vibrant community.” How big will the Publix be? The new Publix Supermarket will be 50,325 square feet, Glover said. The supermarket will employ approximately 140 associates. Plans also show that the store would include a pharmacy drive thru. Over 350 parking spaces would be built to accommodate the entire shopping center, which will include much more than just Publix. More: New details revealed for proposed Hampstead Walmart What else is coming? While Publix will anchor the Shoppes at Blake Farm, other commercial buildings are included in the project. Development plans
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Wilmington restaurant announces closure, location change on social media
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Smoke on the Water will close its current waterfront location on Oct. 28 after nearly a decade in operation, but the restaurant says it plans to reopen at a new location in downtown Wilmington. In a statement posted to Facebook, the restaurant said its longtime...
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Knock, knock! 8-foot alligator makes surprise visit to Leland woman’s front porch
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — A Leland woman got an unexpected visitor in the middle of the night when an 8-foot alligator showed up on her front porch and appeared to knock on her door. Rasa Love said it was a quiet night at her home on Spring Glen Court...
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Leland Woman Opens Front Door at 1 AM to Find 8-Foot Alligator Waiting
Rasa Love was up late catching up with a houseguest who had just arrived from out of town when a loud thump hit her front door around 1 a.m. last Friday. She opened it thinking the noise might have been her cat. Instead, she found herself staring down the head of an 8-foot alligator parked right at the threshold of her home on the 1100 block of Spring Glen Court in Leland.