WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – The second annual Wilmington’s Got Talent fundraiser, which is a variety show, won’t be held until Nov. 16 at Thalian Hall, but Wilmington Central Rotary is already searching for aspiring performers interested in participating.

Hopefuls of all ages need to reside in New Hanover, Pender or Brunswick counties, and should be amateur performers. Those interested must also attend the show’s dress rehearsal, scheduled for Nov. 15.

If you’re interested in trying out, you need to email Jenna Curry at jenna.crr@gmail.com prior to Aug. 30.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Residents have had questions about plans to burn down a building in Southport as part of the finale of Safe Haven.

Early Wednesday morning, the film's lead actress Julianne Hough (@JulianneHough) tweeted "gonna burn down the general store tonight, wish us luck," followed by a picture of the set and another tweet saying "gonna burn this mother down."

Special effects coordinator David Fletcher said crews will begin burning the building at midnight Thursday. There will also be fireworks beginning at 9 p.m. Wednesday.

Wednesday afternoon, crews were installing propane tanks, and other items to prepare for the burn. Crews also installed fire boxes in preparation for the shoot, which will prevent the structure from actually burning, even though there will be an illusion created that the entire building is burning down.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The third annual Cape Fear Flounder Classic will be held at the Southport Marina on Saturday, July 28.

This event is organized as a fundraiser for the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Following the prize structure of the Chamber’s very popular U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament, the all-cash guaranteed prizes total $5,300.

Captain Adam Sellers and Crew: Michael Lynn Sellers and Wes Knox, from Bolivia, aboard “Magic Stik” cashed in last year and took home $3,147 for a 6.5-pound flounder.

The entry fee for the Cape Fear Flounder Classic is $100 per boat, with an optional $50 TWT. Tournament participation will be limited to boats and all fish must be taken on a rod and reel. No check-out. No boundaries, with the exception of restricted areas such as Sunny Point and the Progress Energy intake wall. 

Registration for the Cape Fear Flounder Classic will be held at the Chamber Office, located at 4433 Long Beach Road, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. from July 16-27. There will be additional registration on Friday, July 27 from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Southport Marina.