Alligators, Bees, and Causes

Good Morning, Leland, Town Creek, Navassa and more! You did it, you survived Monday!

In today’s LLLLeland:

• Update to Missing Brunswick County Teen

• Another Day, Another Alligator

• Adult Spelling Bee Coming to Brunswick County

• Cause of Explosion in Magnolia Greens Still Under Investigation

THE NEWS

Missing Brunswick County Teenager Found Safe

According the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, 15 year old Deandre Daniels was found safe.

Another Alligator Rescued, From Fun?

Brunswick County Sheriff Deputy Wissler responded to a call of a baby alligator in a pool in Ocean Isle Beach.

Many States’ Fish and Wildlife agencies teamed up to create gatorwise.com - a resource to help us live with the growing alligator population. Information includes what to do if you come across of the reptiles.

Adult Spelling Bee is Tonight, Spelling for Silliness?

The Brunswick County Literacy Council is having an “Adult Spelling Bee” to raise funds. The 35th annual event will have awards for the best costume, best cheering section and there will be food and a silent auction. It is tonight from 7pm to 9pm at the Odell Auditorium at Brunswick Community College located at 150 College Road NE in Bolivia. Tickets are $5, a donation but we can do better than that, right? The doors open at 5:30pm

Update for Magnolia Greens Home Explosion

An explosion in the Three Oaks section of the Magnolia Greens community in Leland occurred around 7:30 p.m. Friday and remains under investigation. Officials have found no indication of criminal activity. The blast caused severe damage to four homes, rendering them uninhabitable due to structural and electrical issues, while about 92 other units were assessed and found to have only minor damage.

Residents described the explosion as a massive boom, with one home reportedly destroyed. Community members are still in shock but are coming together to support each other. Emergency response teams were praised for their swift and effective efforts, with police and other services remaining on site throughout the night. Read the rest of the story at wwaytv3.com.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Dave and Buster’s Grand Opening on Monday

Dave & Buster’s is set to officially open on May 26, bringing with it a full lineup of delicious food, exciting games, and nonstop sports entertainment—all in one location. Whether guests arrive with friends or family, fun is guaranteed.

To celebrate the grand opening, the first 100 people in line at Dave & Buster’s Wilmington on Monday, May 26 at 11:00 a.m. will receive Power Cards with unlimited video game play on non-redemption games for the entire day (terms and conditions apply). Early arrival is encouraged. The countdown to fun is officially on. Dave and Buster’s is located at 953 Town Center Dr in Wilmington

Paint Night at Leland Brewing Company Tomorrow

The next painting event at LBC will feature "Under the Bridge" on a 16x20 canvas—perfect for a fun Ladies Night Out! The event takes place Wednesday and begins promptly at 6:30 pm.

No painting experience is necessary, but pre-registration is required. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

LBC offers a wide variety of craft beer brewed on-site, along with wine and hard cider available for purchase. 🍻🍷

For more information, guests are encouraged to call or text the studio at 910-399-7874. Tipping the artist is appreciated. Get ready for a fun and creative evening! The Leland Brewing Company is located at 2115 Ale Avenue.

Do you have an event? Reach out to us! [email protected]

WEATHER

Tuesday

80 🌡️ 68 | ⛅ | 0% | 🌬️ ENE 10 mph

Wednesday

89 🌡️ 67 | ⛅ | 20% | 🌬️ WSW 16 mph

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