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Published weekly by the Town of Burgaw | October 13-17, 2025
The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners has officially
approved the retirement of Police K -9 “Kane” and
authorized his adoption by his longtime handler, Sgt.
Thomas Padgett. K -9 Kane has faithfully served the Burgaw
Police Department for several years, assisting in narcotics
detection, suspect apprehension, tracking, and community
engagement.
Due to age and health considerations,
Kane will retire from active duty
effective October 30, 2025, and new K -
9, Omen, will be sworn in to continue
serving the Burgaw community. The
Board expressed its gratitude for
Kane’s loyal service and commended
both him and Sgt. Padgett for their
dedication to public safety. Upon
retirement, ownership of Kane will
transfer to Sgt. Padgett, who will
provide him with a loving home.
Board of Commissioners Honor K9
Kane Upon His Retirement
This family-friendly event has something for
everyone, including a 5K race, one mile kids
race, costume contest, kids entertainment,
mini golf, inflatables, live music, craft
vendors, food trucks, pumpkin decorating
and seasonal activities!
For full event details, visit burgawnc.gov/autumnfest.
Saturday, October 18
10 AM - 4 PM
Courthouse Square
See you on the Square!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Lilo & Stitch
Friday, October 17
Movie begins at 7:00 PM
It’s going to be chilly! Bring
your chairs, jackets, blankets
and snacks!
Join us for a fun family night!

October 17 | 7:00 PM
Movie in the Park: Lilo and Stitch (2025)
Dees Park
October 18 | 10 AM-4 PM
Autumn Fest
Downtown
October 23 | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Fall Concert: Eastbound
Dees Park
October 24 | 5:00 PM
Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
Courthouse Square
October 28 | 9:00 AM
Special Board of Commissioners Meeting:
Work Session
Burgaw Town Center
November 4
Municipal Election Day
November 6 | 8:30 AM
Tourism Development Authority Regular
Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
November 7 | 8:30 AM
Beautification Committee Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
November 7 | 6:30 PM
Movie in the Park: Mufasa
Dees Park
November 10 | 5:30 PM
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Regular Meeting
Burgaw Town Center
November 11
Town offices closed in observance of
Veterans Day
November 11 | 11:00 AM
Veterans Day Ceremony
Historic Train Depot
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UPCOMING
NOTICE FROM PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT
We’d like to ask all residents to please refrain from
placing yard debris or large items by the street at this
time. Our grapple truck is currently out of service for
several days, and we want to help keep our streets
clean and safe while repairs are being made.
We’ll share an update as soon as the truck is back in
operation and regular pickup resumes. Thank you for
your patience and cooperation.
Notice of Special Meeting
The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will hold a
special meeting on October 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the
Burgaw Town Center, 108 E. Wilmington Street. The
purpose of this meeting is to discuss projects and priorities
of the town. All interested parties are invited to attend.

Burgaw Parks, Recreation & Tourism Activities and Events
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Since we’ve received so many requests, we ’re opening another application period for the Hometown
Hero banners!
The Hometown Hero Program is designed to honor the brave men and women from our community
who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. This recognition pays
tribute to their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms. Through this
program, we proudly celebrate their service and ensure their contributions are remembered and
appreciated by future generations.
Applications will be accepted through October 31, 2025. Banners purchased during this period will be
displayed beginning in January 2026. To learn more about the program and to purchase a banner,
please visit burgawnc.gov/hometownhero.
Applications now being accepted for Hometown
That it shall be unlawful for any person to play ball
in any manner within the following boundaries in said
town: Beginning at the intersection of Satchwell and
Dickerson Streets; thence with Satchwell to Cowan
Street; thence with Cowan to Bridgers Streets; thence
with Bridgers to Second Street; west of Rail Road;
thence with said street to Satchwell Street, the
beginning; and any person violating this Ordinance
shall be fined $5.00.
Fun Fact from 1912
Once Upon a Time in Burgaw...
Fall Concert
October 23 | 6:30-8:30 PM
Dees Park | Courthouse Avenue
Featuring: Eastbound
Join Burgaw Brewing in the beer garden.
Big Ralph's Street Eats and
Brown Dog Coffee will be on site.
Bring your chairs and enjoy some live music!
For more information, contact Burgaw Parks, Recreation and
Tourism at 910-661-3100 or recreation@burgawnc.gov
The W. Ross Harrell Memorial
Park Tennis Courts will be closed
until further notice due to
resurfacing. Please excuse this
inconvenience as we make
improvements to the park.
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF
TENNIS COURTS
For questions, contact the Parks,
Recreation, and Tourism Department at
(910) 300-6401.
1912 Town of Burgaw Ordinance Courtesy of Pender County Public Library Digital Archive

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B U R G A W F I R E D E P A R T M E N T N E W S
Fire Prevention Week 2025

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The Town of Burgaw is a sponsor of the Pender Arts Council
SCAN FOR MORE INFO AND PURCHASE TICKETS
Where history and folklore come alive
in downtown Burgaw
OCTOBER 25 | 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

@® Early voting will be held at the Pender County
Cooperative Extension Auditorium in Burgaw and
Early the Surf City Community Center Gym in Surf City
Voting from Thursday, October 16, 2025, to Saturday,
Information November 1, 2025.
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Early
Voting Surf City Community Center Gym
Location 201 Community Center Drive
Surf City, NC 28445
uu Thursday, October 16, from 8 am-5 pm
Friday, October 17, from 8am-5 pm
Monday, October 20, from 8 am-5 pm
Tuesday, October 21, from 8 am-5 pm
Wednesday, October 22, from 8am -5 pm
Thursday, October 23, from 8 am-5 pm
Friday, October 24, from 8 am-5 pm
Monday, October 27, from 8am-5 pm
Tuesday, October 28, from 8 am - 5 pm
Wednesday, October 29, from 8am -5 pm
Thursday, October 30, from 8 am-5 pm
Friday, October 31, from 8am-5 pm
Wescnimesicms Saturday, November 1, from 8 am -3pm
Pender County Cooperative Extension Auditorium
801 S. Walker St.
Burgaw, NC 28425
Early
Voting
Dates and
Times
See Absentee ballots will be mailed starting Oct. 3 to
ams voters who requested them. Requests can be
Absentee submitted at votebymail.ncsbe.gov or on a form from
Ballots the Pender County Board of Elections. The deadline is
5 pm Oct. 21.
INFORMATION
Flection Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025, for Municipal Elections
VOTING
The Municipal Election for the Voter registration deadline is 5 pm, Oct. 10. Eligible
: GC residents can also register and vote at any early voting
Town of Burgaw, Village of St. site during the early voting period. New registrants
Helena, Town of Atkinson, Voter will be required to provide documentation of their
Town of Surf City, Town of Registration residence.
Topsail Beach, and the Town of
Watha will be held on Tuesday,
November 4, 2025. Polls will
be open from 6:30 am to 7:30
pm on Election Day.
Call the Pender County Board of Elections Office at
(910) 259 - 1220 or send an email to
penderBOE@pendercountync.gov
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Mayor
Olivia Dawson
Mayor Pro Tem
James Malloy
Commissioners
Jan Dawson
Bill George
William Rivenbark
Michael Pearsall
Town Manager
James H. Gantt
Town Clerk
Kristin J. Wells
Town Attorney
Norwood P. Blanchard, III
Town Hall
109 N. Walker St.
Burgaw, NC 28425
910-259-2151
mail@burgawnc.gov
www.burgawnc.gov
Office Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday-Friday
PUBLIC WORKS
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
NUMBER
PHONE # 910-470-0457
This phone is only answered after
hours, between 4:30 PM - 7:30 AM,
and is for water and sewer
emergencies only . Unless Public
Works has been given prior notice
from Town Hall, Public Works
cannot turn your water on due to
non-payment shut off.
Utilities
663-3445
Parks & Town Events
300-6401
Human Resources
663-3444
Permitting & Inspections
663-3452
Public Works Department
259-2901
Police Department
Non-Emergency
259-4924
Fire Department
Non-Emergency
259-7494
Elected & Appointed
Officials
Board of Commissioners Meetings
Second Tuesday of every month at 4:30 PM
Public Forum/Public Hearings at 5:30 PM
Planning Board Meetings
Third Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM
Tourism Development Authority Meetings
First Thursday of every month at 8:30 AM
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Meetings
Second Monday of February, May, August,
November at 5:30 PM
Beautification Committee Meetings
First Friday of every month at 8:30 AM
All meetings listed above are open to
the public; oral and written
comments always welcome. The
meetings are held at the Burgaw
Town Center, located at 108 E.
Wilmington Street, Burgaw, unless
otherwise posted.
Meeting agendas can be found on the
town’s website at BurgawNC.gov.
Notices for cancelations and special
called meetings will be posted on the
town’s website and weekly
newsletter when necessary.
For questions or assistance, please
contact the Town Clerk at 910-663-
3441 or kwells@burgawnc.gov.
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