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Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Wilmington News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Wilmington with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the community. From city developments to coastal updates, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Wilmington. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed…
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Myrtle Grove Water Advisory Lifted | Wilmington News
Emergency boil water advisory lifted for 400 Myrtle Grove, NC residents after a water main break — but safety isn’t over yet. Affected areas include blocks…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Wilmington News
Country music lost its brightest star this week as Dolly Parton passed away peacefully in Nashville at 80, after a brief battle with cancer. Her seven-decade…
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Sugar in Early Years May Slow Aging | Wilmington News
New research reveals that early childhood sugar exposure—especially from conception to age two—might actually slow aging and reduce cancer risk later in life…
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Commanders Sell Redskins Gear | Wilmington News
The Washington Commanders are selling vintage “Redskins” merchandise — a move that’s sparking debate, since they ditched the name in 2020 for “Commanders” amid…
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Global Sailor, Trump Scandal, and More | Wilmington News
A sailor facing up to 30 years for global maritime crimes, a Secret Service probe into Barron Trump footage, a Missouri news anchor confessing to murdering his…
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New College Football Rule Blocks NFL Returners | Wilmington News
College football just got a wild twist as new conference rules bar players who’ve ever touched the NFL—from training camp to draft declarations—from returning…
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Young Baseball Star Shot by Police | Wilmington News
A 22-year-old college baseball star, Glen Pysher, was fatally shot by police in Pennsylvania after mistaking a house for a friend’s—unarmed and intoxicated. A…
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Prince George Begins Eton Amid Royal Narrative Care | Wilmington News
Prince George kicks off his royal education at Eton this September, quietly securing his place through the standard admissions process—no special favors. As…
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Clean Treats for Canines | Wilmington News
When your pup’s treat should taste as good as it feels, meet Lord Jameson—the founder of a dog treat company born from her own dog’s health struggles. Inspired…
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Grandma’s Free Breakfast Faces Legal Hurdles | Wilmington News
A Missouri grandmother, Kathy Kite, sparked a viral debate after serving free breakfasts to neighbors—only to be told she needs a food permit or risk legal…
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Pivot Parking Stays With New Rules | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach just extended Pivot Parking’s contract for three more years — but with a major twist: no more ticket revenue for the company. Town leaders say…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Wilmington News
The music world is in mourning as Dolly Parton, the legendary icon who touched hearts across generations, passed away at 80. Tributes poured in from artists…
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NC Lottery Results August 25 | Wilmington News
Win big or walk away—here’s your full breakdown of North Carolina Lottery results from Tuesday, August 25th: Mega Millions hit with 7, 10, 47, 48, 50 + Mega…
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A Decade of Change Through Volleyball | Wilmington News
Celebrate a decade of change at the Lindsay M. Benton Foundation’s 10th annual volleyball tournament, honoring the life of Lindsay Benton with community, fun…
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Instagram CEO Under Fire in Addiction Trial | Wilmington News
Instagram boss Adam Mosseri hit the witness stand in a blockbuster federal trial where states are suing Meta over alleged addictive design targeting teens —…
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Wildlife Art & Conservation in Wilmington | Wilmington News
Wildlife Artists of the Carolinas are unleashing their fourth annual “Into the Wild” exhibition and sale in downtown Wilmington, September 24–26 — free…
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License Plate Cameras in Whiteville and Columbus County | Wilmington News
Whiteville’s nine Flock cameras—plus one mobile unit—are scanning license plates at city entrances to aid law enforcement, not track individuals. They’ve…
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Island Women Takes Over Local Scholarship | Wilmington News
Island Women, a local nonprofit with 300 members and a track record of donating over $270K to community projects since 2008, has stepped in to take over a…
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Serena Alcaraz Reunion Ends in Loss | Wilmington News
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz made a dazzling, long-awaited return to the U.S. Open court — but their mixed doubles dream run ended in the quarterfinals…
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Serena Alcaraz Reunion Ends in Loss | Wilmington News
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz made a dazzling, long-awaited return to the U.S. Open court — but their mixed doubles dream run ended in the quarterfinals…
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Island Women Boosts CFCC Scholarship | Wilmington News
Island Women just poured $5,000 into a scholarship at Cape Fear Community College — and they’re not stopping there. Taking over from Pleasure Island…
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Town Hall Q&A with Mayors | Wilmington News
Leland’s town council is back with their third “Let’s Talk Leland” session—your chance to connect directly with Mayor Brenda Bozeman and Mayor Pro Tem Bob…
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Whiteville Pauses Crypto Mining for a Year | Wilmington News
Whiteville just hit pause on new data centers and crypto mining for a full year, starting August 25, 2026, to study their environmental and public health…
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Dolly Parton’s Lasting Legacy | Wilmington News
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who passed away at 80, has left an indelible mark on entertainment, politics, and humanity. From her roots in a one-room…
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Cape Fear Career Fair This Saturday | Wilmington News
Don’t miss Cape Fear Community College’s big career fair this Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM in the L Building lobby downtown—perfect for part-timers hunting gigs…
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AI Images in Law Enforcement | Wilmington News
AI-generated images are popping up on social media, even in local law enforcement — but not everyone’s jumping on board. While Wilmington PD and the New…
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Leland Expands Green Spaces with New Annexations | Wilmington News
Leland’s expanding its green footprint with a major annexation push, turning waterfront land into a vibrant arboretum complete with trails, gardens, and kayak…
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Freeman Park’s Future Shaped by Residents | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach residents are rallying to protect Freeman Park, with a majority insisting four-by-four access stay unchanged and prioritizing erosion control…
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Carolina Beach Short-Term Rentals Move Forward | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach is moving forward with short-term rental plans, sparking heated debate as residents and business owners clash over economic gains versus…
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Tua's Start in Jeopardy | Wilmington News
Tua Tagovailoa’s Falcons debut is fizzling—his inconsistent preseason play has handed the starting QB job to recovering Michael Penix Jr., who’s now splitting…
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AI, Aging Schools, and Teacher Concerns | Wilmington News
New Hanover County Schools kicked off the new academic year with a town hall where parents, teachers, and district leaders voiced urgent concerns—from aging…
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Darline Graham’s Surprising Senate Run | Wilmington News
Darline Graham, the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s sister and political newcomer, stunned observers by winning South Carolina’s Republican Senate runoff with a…
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Alleged Plot Against Washington Governor | Wilmington News
A chilling plot to assassinate Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has emerged, centered on 34-year-old Nathaniel David Foster, who allegedly confessed to a…
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LaMelo’s Buzzer-Beater & Car Chaos | Wilmington News
LaMelo Ball dropped a buzzer-beater to lead the Hornets to a wild 127-126 overtime win over the Heat, sparking questions about their playoff potential. Off the…
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Nurse Turns to Impeachment in Oklahoma | Wilmington News
A nurse and political newcomer, N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas, just won the Democratic nomination for Oklahoma’s Senate seat — a historic upset in a deeply red state…
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Sabalenka’s Dress Sparks Fashion Debate | Wilmington News
Tennis phenom Aryna Sabalenka turned heads at the US Open not just with her game, but with a bold mesh dress that sparked fierce online debate—some called it a…
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Field Trip Sparks Faith and Law Debate | Wilmington News
Parents from Jewish, Hindu, and Zoroastrian backgrounds are suing Palo Alto schools over a Social Justice class field trip to a mosque that included handing…
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Everton Blair Wins Georgia Seat | Wilmington News
Everton Blair wins Georgia’s 13th District special election, stepping in to fill the late Rep. David Scott’s seat until January—just in time for the next…
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Kirkwood Dominates Freedom 250 | Wilmington News
Kyle Kirkwood dominated the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., securing a thrilling win while drawing a record 3.282 million viewers—the most-watched…
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Dolly Parton's Legendary Legacy | Wilmington News
Dolly Parton’s dazzling career began at 13 with a Grand Ole Opry debut, skyrocketed with her 1967 solo album and TV stardom, and exploded into Hollywood with…
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Senators Condemn Piker’s Antisemitic Remarks | Wilmington News
Two Democratic senators are slamming streamer Hasan Piker for suggesting Jewish Americans might face consequences for supporting Israel — a statement they say…
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Dolly Parton’s Tuna Sandwich Moment | Wilmington News
A young Dolly Parton, casually munching a tuna sandwich backstage in 1978, charmed theatre student Laura McLean—and the entire crowd at UNC Wilmington’s packed…
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Dolly's Legacy Books Kids | Wilmington News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, born in 1995 as a tribute to her illiterate father, has gifted over 300 million books worldwide—now reaching every child…
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Twelve-Year-Old Nina Lewis Soars to All-American | Wilmington News
Twelve-year-old Nina Lewis just shattered expectations in the long jump, leaping 15 feet 2.25 inches to claim sixth place nationally and AAU All-American…
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Jimmy's Brings Beach Vibes to Midtown | Wilmington News
Jimmy’s is expanding beyond Wrightsville Beach with a brand-new midtown Wilmington hotspot called “Jimmy’s Inland,” packed with live music, pool tables, darts…
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RJ Decker Season 2 Filming in Wilmington | Wilmington News
RJ Decker’s highly anticipated second season is rolling into Wilmington with a full day of filming set for September 1st, featuring a massive crew of 100+…
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Darline Graham Wins GOP Senate Nom | Wilmington News
Darline Graham, a political newcomer backed by Trump, has stunned South Carolina by winning the GOP Senate nomination in a special runoff, defeating veteran…
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Surf City Fire Destroys $1.5M Home | Wilmington News
A devastating fire tore through a three-story home in Surf City on July 4th, destroying everything for an estimated $1.5 million in structural damage plus…
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IndyCar’s DC Spectacle Was Pure Fun | Wilmington News
IndyCar’s Freedom 250 in DC turned the nation’s capital into a roaring racetrack, with the Capitol and Washington Monument serving as epic backdrops for…
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Atlanta’s ICE Breakdown Sparks National Debate | Wilmington News
Keisha Lance Bottoms’ bold move to sever Atlanta’s ties with ICE in 2018—driven by her father’s addiction and prison visits—sparked a fiery clash with DHS…
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GE Apprenticeship Builds Future Skilled Workers | Wilmington News
GE Aerospace marks one year of its groundbreaking apprenticeship program in Wilmington, training over 80 CNC machinists to build precision jet engine parts —…
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Shanahan Deflects York’s Legal Storm | Wilmington News
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says the team’s focus remains locked on the field despite owner Jed York’s legal troubles — York pleaded no contest to…
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Enes Kanter Banned After Courtside Clash | Wilmington News
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from a WNBA game after a heated confrontation with Chicago Sky’s Natasha Cloud, who allegedly yelled at him…
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Stranded Fishing Boat at North Beach | Wilmington News
A fishing boat, the Lake Bay, ran aground at North Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore, spilling diesel and trapping 40,000 pounds of squid — forcing a park…
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WNBA Ejection and Race Debate | Wilmington News
A fiery WNBA moment turned racial controversy when DiJonai Carrington was ejected for a brutal foul on Sophie Cunningham — leaving her with a bloody mouth…
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CTE Study Reveals Alarming NFL Findings | Wilmington News
New research reveals that nearly one in four former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 showed signs of CTE — a degenerative brain disease caused by…
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Former Officer Sues Norfolk PD Over Locker Room Incident | Wilmington News
A Norfolk police officer is suing the city and chief for $15 million, claiming she was forced to share a women’s locker room with a biological male recruit who…
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NFL Veterans Return to College Football | Wilmington News
A landmark 2022 court ruling is flipping the script on college football as NFL veterans return to campus, thanks to an extra year of eligibility. Coaches are…
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Supreme Court Clears Trump’s Mail Ballot Order | Wilmington News
The Supreme Court just cleared the way for key parts of Trump’s mail-in voting executive order, allowing federal agencies to build voter lists and restricting…
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Dolly Parton in Wilmington 1978 | Wilmington News
A forgotten 1981 letter from a UNC Wilmington student reveals Dolly Parton’s early days as a rising star, recalling her 1978 concert in Wilmington — a time…