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Bougiest dentist?

I’m looking for a dentist— any suggestions for one with a really nice office and atmosphere i.e. nice/new tech, screens for you to watch stuff and distract yourself while they do their horrors etc? Thanks!

7 Comments
2025/01/03
04:11 UTC

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Cheap (maybe asian) Massage?

Looking for a cheap but good massage place in Wilmington. Not looking for that kind, but okay with a sketchy place to get the massage done LOL. I've tried Asian relaxation center which is good but their prices have gone up. Thanks!

14 Comments
2025/01/02
23:44 UTC

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Selling a car in NC

Hey, just wondering, I'm considering having Carvana buy my car and pick it up. Is there anything in particular that I need to do with DMV here? I own the car/title. I know to cancel the insurance after pick up, and of course will take off the plates. Anything else? I checked the DMV NC website and only saw a PDF that looks to be in the process of being updated, which seemed strange because you can't really reference it, but I suppose they would rather have something on the website regarding private sale, than nothing.

6 Comments
2025/01/02
16:09 UTC

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I very much don't want to jinx it but, hills for sledding?

If you haven't seen, it looks like we have a fair chance for some snow next weekend of the 10th. I've got a 5 year old who's only ever seen a couple flakes in person, so I'm pretty excited for her should it actually happen. That being said, does anyone have any insight on any reliable sledding spots around here? I'd love to hear any ideas.

29 Comments
2025/01/02
12:23 UTC

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Live Blue Crab

What’s the best place to get live blue crab to cook myself? I see Ronnie’s and East Coast Seafood. Anyone have any experiences with either and recommend, or recommend somewhere else?

15 Comments
2025/01/02
06:33 UTC

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Where to learn more about the Cape Fear Indians?

Do we know who puts up the red&green handmade wooden signs off Wooster and for what purpose? I’ve noticed them for years but never have seen stuff anywhere else about them. One of the signs I particularly noticed recently says “Cape Fear Indians Land Trust”? I just wanna learn more

5 Comments
2025/01/02
06:00 UTC

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Rentals

Hello looking for some guidance! I’m planning on moving out of my current house and living with my girlfriend by July. I’m wondering where can I look for private landlords who are leasing small 1-2 bedroom houses or even apartments. Something cheap and most of the apartments here are “luxury” and way too expensive. Thanks !

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2025/01/02
04:10 UTC

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No sort, donation drop off locations?

Is there a place that allows you to just drop off tons of stuff without waiting for them to sort through it and ultimately give you some stuff back? My stuff isn’t gross or overused or anything… I just buy too much.

3 Comments
2025/01/01
23:26 UTC

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PSA to future/incoming UNCW students

For any future UNCW or Cape Fear students that plan to move to the Wilmington area in August, avoid leasing with Lighthouse Apartments and here is why:

Early last year apartment management decided to take back all of our duke energy bills into their name with no notice of it occurring and then lost a ton of invoices months after doing such and said, “unfortunately it is still your problem for our fuck up” basically and then returned duke energy back to us, the tenants. Again, with no notice ahead of time for tenants that renewed another year to prepare for those changes. So my roommate sets up his own duke energy account and we all paid for the month of December because we werent aware until November. Anyways, i go to pay my rent and saw that i had an ADDITIONAL $455 charge added to my bill for this month that was labeled as “Unit Electric Default. Missing aug-dec.”

This is the 3rd time they’ve fucked over current tenants. But here are other reasons on why you should stay away:

  • The units are very small and lots of appliances are outdated and often times seem to break. I had to submit 6-7 different maintenance requests for them to finally give me a new washing unit.

  • We were never informed about the maintenance team no longer working on the property so we went months with uncompleted maintenance requests until we were told.

  • There is a huge german cockroach infestation and pest control has been useless. Ive lost a lot of money trying to solve the problem

  • The rent is insane for how small the bedrooms are.

  • The amenities are never functional and the pool wasnt opened for 2 years after covid started.

  • The property is never cleaned properly and lots of people litter with a maintenance team that doesnt clean up trash.

  • Parking sucks. They have had a big ass cargo container sitting outside taking up 3-5 potential parking places and has been sitting there for multiple years. Also little to no visitor parking available.

  • some tenants with animals do not clean after their pets so there will be dog shit left on the sidewalk for somebody to step in.

  • the walls in our units are very thin and i can hear my neighbors having conversations from my bedroom into their’s.

  • A 2x2 is almost $1,000/mo and thats ONLY for your bedroom. A 3x3 is $850-$950 last i checked. They rip off their tenants (obviously)

The management at Lighthouse show a lack of willingness to be transparent with current and future residents about any and all changes that get made and often these changes happen too frequently and because of that, ive lost $1,000 in savings due to their mismanagement.

I would strongly advise everyone to stay away from Lighthouse and look elsewhere. The Reserves would be a way better choice honestly. At least you aren’t going to get charged for shit that you were never notified on. Seeing my bill left me extremely pissed and became the final straw on holding back my tongue. Ive lived there for 2 years and had no intention on renewing already. But now i will promptly sink them on their bullshit.

29 Comments
2025/01/01
23:19 UTC

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Conceal carry certificate

Has anyone taken any classes around this area in order to get their concealed carry license? I’m very new to shooting. I’ve only done a little bit when I was younger with my dad for hunting, but I’m interested in getting my concealed carry just to keep at my house as I am a woman and it would make me feel more safe does anybody have any recommendations for good beginner classes or where to start in this area?

22 Comments
2025/01/01
22:57 UTC

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NA/AA/Recovery meetings tonight?

Hi everyone, just trying to get my sister to a meeting tonight but not sure which ones are still going on since it's a holiday. Would love if anyone could share any known meetings for tonight. Thanks and Happy New Year!

7 Comments
2025/01/01
22:15 UTC

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Typewriter Repair

I know this is a long shot but worth asking - does anyone know of a business/person that works on typewriters?

I have a 1964 Smith Corona that needs work.

Thanks.

4 Comments
2025/01/01
20:14 UTC

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Islands Catering

Has anyone used Islands catering?? Considering it for an event…

13 Comments
2025/01/01
19:29 UTC

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headshot recs

anyone have any recs for a linkedin headshot photographer that won’t break the bank here?

7 Comments
2025/01/01
19:16 UTC

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Y'all are so nice

Compared with Florida, people are more open, warm and friendly around these parts

32 Comments
2025/01/01
18:25 UTC

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NY day

What is there to do today? Seems anti- climatic now after the holidays. High to a low in 1 week.

9 Comments
2025/01/01
17:26 UTC

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Need help

Wilmington friends please share and keep an eye out for any word on an assault from a bouncer to a young man that happened about 1:30 AM this morning in the downtown area around the block of I love New York pizza and beer barrio bouncer, followed an intoxicated gentleman, down two bars and assaulted, knocking the young man out if you have any information about this or possibly know anyone who would have footage please contact WPD so this guy can get held responsible

36 Comments
2025/01/01
07:11 UTC

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Monthly "Things to Do in Wilmington" Thread

Have a question about what to do while in town for a day, or a weekend?

Have a killer recommendation you just can't wait to share with people?

Have a show or event coming up that you want to get the word out about?

Well lucky you, this is exactly the place to do that! This thread will be refreshed monthly. Any new posts made will be redirected to this thread.

Want to check out /r/Wilmington's recommendations? Check below!

- [**/r/Wilmington's Best places to eat**](https://www.reddit.com/r/Wilmington/comments/1213h4z/rwilmington_where_are_the_best_places_to_eat/)

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2025/01/01
05:01 UTC

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But Satellite Debris downtown?

Did anyone see the satellite debris burning up over downtown tonight around 8:45? It was pretty bright and clearly burning.

*big satellite debris

6 Comments
2025/01/01
02:11 UTC

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Happy New Year, Fellow Car washing storage enthusiasts

21 Comments
2025/01/01
00:25 UTC

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Wilmington Health will accept Cigna after all

Wilmington Health & Cigna have reached a three-year agreement.

https://www.wwaytv3.com/wilmington-health-cigna-reach-agreement/

8 Comments
2024/12/31
23:49 UTC

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Vacation

Hey everyone, my girlfriend and I are going on a trip to Wilmington Jan 1- Jan 3 and we are looking for something to do. We are 18 and neither of us have been out much. We’re looking for live music, a nightclub, a new years event. Something FUN, all suggestions are welcome. I tried doing my own research but all I can find is bars that are 21+ or meditation groups lmao. Thank you!

8 Comments
2024/12/31
21:38 UTC

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Welcome drinks the day before our wedding

Hi! I’m getting married in downtown Wilmington in October 2025 and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for a bar/ restaurant that would be willing to rent out the upstairs/ back room for welcome drinks for our guests!

16 Comments
2024/12/31
19:47 UTC

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Camera fixing

Hi! I have a canon camera that hasn’t worked since I’ve got it (dad got it at a pawn shop and never got it working) I’d like to take it to a shop to get it looked at, any suggestions on a good place around here that’ll help me for a fair price?

4 Comments
2024/12/31
15:44 UTC

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With gratitude, I hereby resign from Congress effective midnight tonight to begin serving as AG. It was an incredible honor. Here's some of what I learned. - Rep. Jeff Jackson

27 Comments
2024/12/31
15:33 UTC

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NYE Fireworks

Hi there,

I want to find a spot with good live music and fireworks. I know Carolina Beach is doing something but I’m worried about the traffic afterwards. Also considering getting a hotel in Myrtle beach if the fireworks are better! Let me know what you guys think :)

5 Comments
2024/12/31
13:49 UTC

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Rent to own?

Where is the best place to look for rent to own homes?

4 Comments
2024/12/31
03:21 UTC

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Heard we were talking about the, "pretty sunset"

Looked great from Leland!

6 Comments
2024/12/31
02:57 UTC

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What happened at Chick-fil-A?

I was driving by the Chick-fil-A in monkey junction at around 6 pm and there were a couple of cop cars and fire trucks. Does anybody know why?

19 Comments
2024/12/31
00:52 UTC

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Professional Photos

Hey everyone,

I am opening up my own business in the next month or so and need to have some professional photos taken for my website.

I don’t have a big budget but was hoping to find some locals who may have a side photography business. I would be happy to pay of course and I don’t think it would take more than 30 mins.

Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Thanks in advance

3 Comments
2024/12/31
00:48 UTC

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