Wilmington’s Rapid Growth Unveiled | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Wilmington is transforming fast—new parks, a revamped airport, and a booming housing market are all part of a massive growth push. The Cape Fear Museum of History of Science opens its new home on August 17th, complete with a planetarium, while Smith Creek Park expands with a mile-long trail and extra parking. The STAR Center for addiction recovery launched in January, and the airport’s new garage and extended curb are ready to handle soaring passenger numbers. Deck work on the Riverwalk is on hold for peak season, but Northern Regional Park gets a BMX track and sports fields, and the Sterling…