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Wilmington Downtown Inc.

WDI looks to other cities for downtown models

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Wilmington Downtown Inc. Is trying to revitalize our the area by learning from other cities with similar downtowns. WDI executive director John Hinnant said while downtown Wilmington is unique, we face similar trials with other city centers like New Orleans. Full story...
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Downtown Wilmington welcomes new upscale bar

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video Another bar downtown? It's true and local Wilmington leaders are giving it a thumbs up. They say this new upscale wine bar brings a different taste to the downtown bar scene. Full story...
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Downtown Summit asks for input from the community

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video Local community leaders are joining forces to tackle one big problem -- downtown Wilmington. From the bar scene to parking problems, people got the chance to voice their concerns at the Downtown Summit. Full story...
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Tour sheds light on treasures hidden upstairs downtown

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video The Port City is lucky to have a downtown area with shopping, eateries and historic sites, but sometimes downtown's bad reputation can distort the unique setting we have on the waterfront. A tour this weekend aims to change that perception. Full story...
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FIRST ON 3: Hinnant in trouble again; WDI's "Park(ing) Day" shut down by cops

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video WDI tried to turn a downtown parking space into a mini-park, but Park Wilmington said pack it up or be arrested... Full story...
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ONLY ON 3: Downtown group targets hip-hop listeners not to loiter downtown

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video Keep downtown safe. That's the message a new public service announcement is getting out to radio listeners in hopes that arguments come to an end. Full story...
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Tall ship could cost city a tall price

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video A tall ship is apparently too tall for Downtown Wilmington. The Coast Guard Cutter Barque Eagle was scheduled to sail in to town Friday and dock at the riverfront, but it's height has organizers scrambling for a back-up plan for visitors. Full story...
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Non-Profit exec explains personal charges on corporate credit card

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WDI Director admits to using corporate card to buy cigars and groceries for himself. Full story...
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Questioned charges lead to new WDI credit card policy

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WDI executive director John Hinnant admits he used the card to buy grocery and cigars and for some other charges, but later reimbursed the organization. Full story...
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Wilmington council asks for Wilmington Downtown Inc. audit

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video The City of Wilmington has put a freeze on funding for Wilmington Downtown Inc. Laura Padgett called out the organization during last week's City Council meeting saying she had seen evidence of inappropriate charges on the group's corporate credit card, but WDI says its record is clean and an audit will prove it. Full story...
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