WHQR.org posted “MLK, Jr. planned to speak in Wilmington April 4th. Then he was assassinated.”
“The day of his assassination, Dr. King was scheduled to speak at the historically black Williston School in Wilmington. But he was called back to Memphis to help with a worker’s strike on that fateful day. “
I enjoy listening to podcasts, particularly in the car. Thus, I was happy to see that PortCityDaily.com is offering them. Here is an article about them – “Port City Daily ‘Newsroom Podcast’ – Dive deep into the latest stories”.
There may be another official method for finding them (and I will update this if I find it out) but you can use this link – https://soundcloud.com/user-655490347
“Oak Island Bridge will close for 8 months for rehabilitation: The project will extend the life of the bridge by, among other things, replacing girders and installing a new riding deck and barrier rail.”
Read more about it on PortCityDaily.com or on StatePortPilot.com
Fayetteville Observer posted an article, “Region counties among the state’s least healthy“. It said:
“Cumberland County ranks 75th out of 100 counties in North Carolina in overall health, according to a report released Wednesday. Four Cape Fear region counties are among the six least healthiest counties in the state, the rankings found.
County Health Rankings is a report…It compares counties within states and shows that where someone lives influences how well and how long they will live.”
Seahawk.org posted an interesting article, “The Azalea Belles: Southern charm or troublesome tradition?” about the long traditions and some of the racial overtones that some but not all might notice.
“The Azalea Festival and the Cape Fear Garden Club have held a tradition since 1969 where young girls don Antebellum era attire and assume the roles of the Azalea Belles.
The Belles, who are meant to represent the festival season and flowers, act as hostesses for the Garden Tour and they “enhance the beauty of several activities,” according to the Cape Fear Garden Club’s website.”
Read the article for a different perspective than you usually see.
Click the image above to enlarge it and see it in more detail.
NorthCarolinaSportsman.com says:
“The area around downtown Wilmington, N.C., is home to three rivers — the Cape Fear, Northeast Cape Fear and Brunswick — plus, the Black River flows into the Cape Fear River about 10 miles upriver.
Click here for Garden Tour Map
The Cape Fear Botanical Garden was founded in 1989. The mission of Cape Fear Botanical Garden is to transform people’s relationship with plants and the natural world.
“Cape Fear Botanical Garden offers self-guided and docent-led tours, workshops, special events, weddings, facility rentals, memberships and more!
Come and enjoy 80 acres of natural beauty nestled between the Cape Fear River and Cross Creek – just 2 miles from downtown Fayetteville, NC!
The Garden Gift Shop offers a unique selection of garden accents, nature-related toys, books, artwork, jewelry, hand-crafted gifts and more. Gift Shop Hours: Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the Gift Shop is free for Garden visitors and the public.
The Garden offers engaging cultural events to inspire and excite, educational activities to energize, and peaceful spots to refresh. Visitors of all ages are welcome.
Flourishing with beautiful specialty gardens and blooming ornamental plants, Cape Fear Botanical Garden’s highlights include Camellia, Daylilly and Shade Gardens, Butterfly Stroll and Children’s Garden, and the Heritage Garden featuring 1886 agricultural structures and a homestead.
Host to any special occasion, our lovely and world class Wyatt Visitors Pavilion Complex is the perfect complement to our Garden and the venue for weddings, business and military functions, workshops and more.
Stroll along our scenic river trail with water views, take in a guided tour, relax on our patio overlooking the Cypress Pond, and take home the perfect gift from our destination Gift Shop.”
Located at 536 N Eastern Blvd, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Phone – (910) 486-0221
Congratulations to Jack Fryar and Dram Tree Books on the release of the first issue of a new magazine built around the history of the Carolinas.
The magazine includes an article related to Fort Anderson situated along the Cape Fear. Fort Anderson is described as…
“North Carolina’s primary colonial Port of Entry.
Home of the last Confederate Fort on the Cape Fear River…
…Site of the Stamp Act Resistance. Raided by Pirates. Sacked by
Redcoats. North Carolina’s primary colonial Port of Entry.
Home of the last Confederate Fort on the Cape Fear River…
…Where Cape Fear History Began”
You can check it out and download the pdf to read at your leisure at carolinachroniclesmagazine.
“The bracket is set. Let the Madness Begin! It’s simple… The winner moves on to the next round. Will there be a surprise? Will we see an upset? It’s all up to you.
The top 16 restaurants have made it to the elimination bracket. Over several weeks, the field will be narrowed down based on your on-line voting with the winner of the tournament being announced on Tuesday, April 3. The winning restaurant will receive the Downtown Restaurant Madness Trophy and will retain that trophy for a year until the next March Madness Tournament.
Sweet 16- March 8-11
Elite Ate- March 15-18
Final Fork- March 22-25
Chompionships- March 29- April 2
Who will become the CHOMPION???” Source: Facebook – Wilmington Downtown, Inc.
