🌱 New Fire Station In The Works + Free Health And Resource Fair

Hello, everybody! I'm back with your new edition of the Wilmington Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town today.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Occasional rain and a t-storm. High: 81 Low: 63.
• Tuesday: Couple of showers, t-storms. High: 82 Low: 71.

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Here are the top three stories today in Wilmington:

1. This past Wednesday, a stabbing occurred on Darlington Avenue, leaving one female victim injured. Wilmington police are currently investigating an incident that happened around 9:30 p.m. this past Wednesday. Officers arrived at the scene on the 300 block of Darlington to the victim already being stabbed. She was transported to a local hospital and was said to be in stable condition. If you or anyone has any information regarding the incident, please get in touch with the Wilmington Police Department. (StarNewsOnline.com)
2. During the city council meeting last week, the Wilmington City Council considered a resolution awarding a $7 million dollar contract to build a new fire station in RiverLights. The developer of RiverLights donated the three-acre property to the city on River Road in hopes of providing more fire safety. If all is approved, construction for the new firehouse will begin within the next 60 days, with the expectation the project will be complete in a year. (WECT)
3. This Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be over 40 vendors present at the New Hanover Senior Resource Center for a free health and resource fair. This event will be an opportunity to collect health-related information, free health screenings, cooking and exercise demos, and so much more. The Senior Resource Center is hosting this event to celebrate Older Americans Month and promote healthy aging. (WECT)

Today and tomorrow in Wilmington:

Monday, May 15

• T-Shirt Design Contest Deadline Is May 26th (All Day)
• Live Music Yoga - Terra Sol Sanctuary (6:00 PM)
• Thalian Association’s Rodger And Hammerstein's Cinderella Auditions - Hannah Block Historic USO/ Community Arts Center (7:00 PM)

Tuesday, May 16

• An Evening With Dark Star Orchestra - Greenfield Lake Amphitheater (5:00 PM)
• ODB Walk & Run Club - Outer Dunes Brewing Company (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• In support of the Special Olympics, the Wilmington Police Department took place in this year's Torch Run Relay. The "Guardians of the Flame" represented the city's law enforcement well in championing those with disabilities. (Wilmington, NC Police Department via Facebook)
• You never know what to expect when you randomly stop by and visit SEA-Tech, as there are so many eventful activities happening at all times. This past Friday, representatives from New Hanover County Schools stopped by and were able to view a student talent show! (New Hanover County Schools via Facebook)
• Good news is here for all the dog owners located in New Hanover County! Automatic lights have been installed at the Long Leaf Dog Park, and the lights automatically turn on at sunset for your night strolls. (New Hanover County Parks & Gardens via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.