🌱 New Wilmington Deputy Chief + CFCC Offers New Mental Health Degree

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening these days in Wilmington.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Hazy sun. High: 86 Low: 57.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny and delightful. High: 87 Low: 64.

Here are the top three stories today in Wilmington:

1. Wilmington Police Department has chosen former Captain Kelvin Hargrove will be the department's next Deputy Chief following the pending retirement of Assistant Chief David Oyler. Deputy Chief Hargrove has been a part of the police for more than 30 years in various different departments. In his new role, the deputy chief plans to continue his commitment to the community and work to enhance engagement with them while supervising professional standards and public information. (WWAY NewsChannel 3)
2. A fire occurred in Wilmington Wednesday morning on Wickslow Road and the Wilmington Fire Department quickly responded. By the time firefighters responded to the scene all building occupants already had escaped the building and firefighters were able to rescue a cat that was in the building, no injuries have been reported at this time. The blaze occurred at the Preserve at Pine Valley apartment complex and has left two families without a home and they are currently being assisted by the American Red Cross. (WWAY NewsChannel 3)
3. It has been announced that Cape Fear Community College will now be offering a new associate degree with a mental health concentration as part of its Human Services Technology program. The coursework provided with this program will include the history of mental health, current trends in the world today, and different models that can be applied in the workforce. From now to August there will be three information sessions for those who may be interested in the program to learn more and ask questions. You can also visit the website for more information. (WECT)

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Today and tomorrow in Wilmington:

Friday, June 9

• Judy Collins In Concert At Kenan Auditorium (7:00 PM)
• Port City Music Festival At Beckwith Recital Hall (7:30 PM)

Saturday, June 10

• Black Water Adventure Cruise At Wilmington Water Tours (10:00 AM)
• Sunset Cruise With Live Acoustic Music At Wilmington Water Tours (7:30 PM)
• The Chinese Lady At Historic Thalian Hall (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Make sure you make your way out this weekend and enjoy some soulful tunes at the Cape Fear Blues Festival. From Jun. 9-11, you can enjoy some drinks and drown in the soothing sounds playing all weekend, tickets can be purchased at the door. (Visit Wilmington, NC and Beaches via Facebook)
• If you have the desire to assist your community and think you have what it takes to make a difference now is the perfect time to look into being a firefighter recruit. The Wilmington Fire Department is hiring new recruits for Academy 2024 and would love some motivated members, for more information you can click here. (Wilmington, NC Fire Department via Facebook)
• Make sure you circle next Wednesday on your calendar as Home Instead will be hosting a presentation on how the process of aging can affect your mental health. Stop by this information-filled session at 10:00 a.m. at Ohana Cafe and start taking care of yourself before it's too late, no registration is needed for the event. (New Hanover County Senior Resource Center via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! I'll see you back in your inbox soon with your next update.

— 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.