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Good morning Wilmington! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Wilmington's Greenfield Grind now carries Alec Chambers' name
  • What investigators say happened before shots were fired on Red Cross Street
  • How a record downpour just shut a key Ogden cut-through

Also on today's calendar: History Comes Alive River Cruise With Dr. Chris Fonvielle and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Risa H.!

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A stray afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 90, low: 71.
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'Everybody loved Alec': Wilmington skate park renamed in memory of local skater (wwaytv3.com) — Wilmington has renamed Greenfield Grind as the Alec Chambers Skate Park to honor a beloved local skater killed in a December 2025 crash. Family, friends, city leaders and skaters gathered for a memorial unveiling celebrating his impact on the community. The driver charged in the incident faces multiple serious counts, with another court date set in New Hanover County.
   

2. Armed suspect shot by Wilmington police after opening fire (starnewsonline.com subscription) — Wilmington police say an armed person was seriously injured after allegedly firing at officers near Seventh and Red Cross streets Friday evening, prompting multiple officers to return fire. The individual was taken to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation is now leading the probe. Involved officers are on paid administrative leave during the investigation.
   

3. Ogden road washed out by flooding for second time in 2 years (starnewsonline.com subscription) — Heavy rains in the Wilmington area washed out Dove Field Drive between Quail Woods Drive and Courtney Pines Road on Friday, closing a key cut-through between Ogden and Murrayville. Nearly 5.5 inches of rain fell, a daily record for Wilmington, scattering road debris into Smith Creek and prompting utility crews to inspect for damage. Repairs took nine days after a similar collapse in 2024.
   

4. $615 Mln Granted To Improve Airports Across US (rttnews.com) — Wilmington International Airport is set to receive $6.3 million in federal funding to extend a runway, part of a $615 million package for airport upgrades nationwide. The money will support safety and capacity improvements as air travel continues to grow. Other airports across the country will use their grants for new terminals, towers, and noise mitigation projects.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Another photo from my gallery.
    This one is of the full moon rising from Kure Beach taken a few months ago. Being able to go to the beach whenever I choose is definitely a perk… (Nextdoor NW Northchase)
  • Getting cartilage replacement surgery in my knee on Monday.
    Never had any surgery in all my 40 years! I'm scared even though I'm sure I'll be fine, but has anyone else here had this type of surgery? I'd love… (Nextdoor Kings Grant)
  • Valet Living, Inc. posted a job opening for Part Time Doorstep Trash Collection Specialist - Night in Wilmington. Apply here.
  • Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. posted a job opening for Part Time Meat Clerk in Wilmington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wilmington here.

Ok Wilmington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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