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starnewsonline.com > story > news > history > 07/04/2026 > wilmington-nc-sites-that-shaped-the-american-revolution > 90509617007

8 Wilmington-area people and places with ties to the Revolutionary War

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (630+ words) Today many people across the country are celebrating 250 years of American Independence. While many are celebrating the big day with parades, cookouts and fireworks displays, it's also important to remember that many of our nation's forefathers fought difficult battles so…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > news > history > 06/22/2026 > where-to-see-patriotic-places-in-wilmington-nc > 89862696007

Patriotism in Wilmington is found at these must-see spots

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (70+ words) Much like the threads in a flag, patriotism is woven into the Wilmington area’s military history. It’s a legacy that carries on through monuments, museums, memorials and veterans' groups. From a famed... Patriotism in Wilmington is found at these must-see…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > news > local > 06/02/2026 > how-much-it-costs-to-live-in-wilmington-nc > 90189495007

Wilmington's living wage shows what it really takes to get by

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (108+ words) When it comes to a living wage in Wilmington, here are several factors that are on the rise as affordability remains "strained."... Wilmington's living wage shows what it really takes to get by A chunk of a proposed city of…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > news > local > 05/27/2026 > data-shows-34-people-move-to-wilmington-nc-each-day > 90063005007

Here's how many people move to Wilmington every day

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (52+ words) The Wilmington metropolitan area is the seventh fastest-growing metro in the United States. Growth is primarily driven by inbound migration rather than local birth rates. High population density and... Here's how many people move to Wilmington every day If you…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > news > local > 03/26/2026 > wilmington-nc-rising-on-southern-livings-best-cities-in-the-south-list > 89213946007

Wilmington makes Southern Living's 2026 best cities in the South list

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (322+ words) In 2024, magazine giant Southern Living ranked Wilmington as the South's No. 1 "City on the Rise." Since then, Wilmington has certainly been rising. In 2025, Wilmington joined Southern Living's overall list of the best cities in the South, coming in at 13th. Now,…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > lifestyle > things-to-do > 05/21/2026 > guide-to-wilmington-nc-beaches-includes-parking-things-to-do > 89839372007

Guide to Wilmington, NC, beaches includes parking, things to do

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (807+ words) Warm weather in the Wilmington area means that locals and visitors will soon be in search of sun, sand and surf. That’s right. It’s time to grab your gear and head to the area beaches. But a big question remains:…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > business > real-estate > 05/17/2026 > target-opens-second-wilmington-nc-location > 89960941007

New Target in Wilmington opens doors to hundreds

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (110+ words) The new store is located on Carolina Beach Road in the Village at Myrtle Grove shopping center. It features a CVS Pharmacy, a Starbucks, and an expanded fresh food and beach assortment. The new... New Target in Wilmington opens doors…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > business > 05/04/2026 > the-cove-riverwalk-villas-offer-a-unique-rental-option-in-wilmington-nc > 89426680007

Wilmington's floating hotel offers unique stay along the Cape Fear River

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (78+ words) These villas in Wilmington offer a unique 'hotel on water' experience with luxury houseboat rentals on the Cape Fear River. Wilmington's floating hotel offers unique stay along the Cape Fear River Visitors looking to spend some time in Wilmington can…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > news > courts > 05/01/2026 > city-of-wilmington-denies-former-dei-directors-racism-claims > 89888476007

Wilmington denies former DEI director's claims of racism

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (99+ words) The city of Wilmington denied claims by former DEI director Kimberly Carson of racial discrimination and wrongful termination in a federal lawsuit. Wilmington denies former DEI director's claims of racism The city of Wilmington has refuted claims by a former…...

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starnewsonline.com > story > news > local > 03/30/2026 > cape-fear-garden-club-azalea-ambassadors-belles-garden-tour-azalea-festival-wilmington-nc > 88514377007

From belles to Azalea Ambassadors, a Wilmington tradition evolves

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (109+ words) The N.C. Azalea Festival replaced its long-standing Azalea belles program with Azalea Ambassadors in 2022. The decision to end the belles, known for their antebellum-style dresses, followed... From belles to Azalea Ambassadors, a Wilmington tradition evolves Julia Goggin is a 16-year-old junior…...