PCP FRI JUN 28: 2024 Presidential Debate

IN THIS ISSUE: Operation Dry Water | NC Election Board Blocks Third-Party Candidates

FRIDAYS TOGETHER WITH YOU!

Good morning Wilmington!

Just like many of you, I stayed up to watch the first Biden and Trump debate of 2024. Most viewers, news organizations and even pundits express concern about Biden’s performance. If you did not see it, you can watch a recording of the whole debate on C-Span.

Here’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

What might surprise you

National & World News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • Operation Dry Water

  • NC Election Board Blocks Third-Party Candidates

  • NC 4th of July Festival in Southport & Oak Island

News

NC Wildlife Commission Cracks Down on Impaired Boating for July 4-6

[FOX Wilmington] The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will participate in Operation Dry Water from July 4-6 to combat impaired boating. Officers will increase patrols and enforce laws to ensure safer boating during the busy holiday weekend. Last year, 159 officers removed 40 impaired boaters from the water. Officials stress the importance of wearing life jackets and practicing safe boating, noting that seven of this year’s 37 boating incidents were fatal.

NC Election Board Blocks Third-Party Candidates from 2024 Ballot

[WRAL] The North Carolina State Board of Elections has denied initial ballot access to third-party presidential candidates Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Cornel West, and Constitution Party candidate Randall Terry. The board's Democratic majority voted to delay the decision, citing procedural and legitimacy concerns. Republicans argue this move protects President Biden’s chances in the upcoming election. The board will revisit the petitions, but this decision may impact the competition landscape in North Carolina, a key battleground state.

NC 4th of July Festival to Light Up Southport and Oak Island

[WECT] The NC 4th of July Festival in Southport and Oak Island will feature parades, fireworks, live music, food, and other activities from June 28 to July 4. Highlights include arts and crafts, a firefighters’ competition, children’s games, and a Beach Day Concert. The event, attracting over 50,000 visitors annually, is North Carolina's official 4th of July celebration. Traffic plans and detailed schedules are provided by the Southport Police Department to ensure smooth event operations.

SAVINGS ALERT @ Aldis

Get ready for the 4th of July with these savings…
Movie projector for $49.99 and inflatable screen for $69.99
Smithfield St. Louis Spare Ribs for $1.99/lb
Washington Cherries for $2.39/lb.
Atlantic salmon on a cedar plank for $9.99/lb.
73% Grd Beef for $2.39/lb. (sold in 5-lb. pkgs.)
Mild or hot Italian Sausage: $2.99/19-oz. pkg.

Offers end on JUL 2

Don’t Miss

2-Year Anniversary Party

SAT JUN 29: 1-6Pm @ Wilmington Distillery
Do you like a (Day) Party with Free Food, Free Local Live Music, and Free Liquor Samples!??? You are invited! Come on by to help us celebrate Wilmington Distillery’s 2 Year Anniversary!!!

Stand up Comedy

SAT JUN 29: 7:30 PM @ BBX Bottle Shoppe - LL
Get your laugh on at BBX during our monthly comedy show featuring local stand up comedians! Johnny Cheesehead has you covered for a delicious dinner of gourmet grilled cheeses starting at 6pm and the laughs start at 7:30pm!

Many Everythings

SAT JUN 29: 8-11PM @Live at Jimmy’s - WB

The duo, based in Wilmington, NC, has been performing in various projects since 2016, and are pleased to return with a growing range of musical heritage and adding new wave touch to their set.

Halyburton Honey Harvest

SAT JUN 29: 10AM-1PM @ Halyburton Park - ILM

Halyburton Honey Harvest-Come fly by the park to learn all about what it takes to make a jar of honey- from hive to home! Bring a 4 oz. jar to fill with Halyburton honey. Timeslots: 10am, 11 am, and 12pm. Pre-registration is required, one person per household only.

Adopt a Pet

Free Cat Adoptions at Pender County Animal Shelter Due to Overcrowding

[WECT] Pender County Animal Shelter is offering free cat adoptions due to overcrowding. All cats are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, treated for parasites, tested, and microchipped. The shelter is urgently seeking forever homes for these cats, many of whom were former house pets or yard cats.

Pender County Animal Shelter:
3280 New Savannah Rd., Burgaw
910-259-1484
[email protected]
open: M-F: 1-5PM | S&S: Noon-4PM

SUPPORT LOCAL VENDORS THIS SATURDAY
-Tidal Creek every Saturday 8AM–1PM

Weather Forecast

Fri 28 Scattered Thunderstorms | 85°/78° | 43% | E 10 mph
Sat 29 Partly Cloudy | 86°/78° | 24% | SSE 11 mph
Sun 30 AM Thunderstorms | 88°/77° | 38% | SSW 13 mph

Provided by weather.com

Tide Forecast

Fri Jun 28
12:53am: 4.26 ft High Tide
7:20am: -0.31 ft Low Tide
1:28pm: 4.15 ft High Tide
7:57pm: 0.26 ft Low Tide

Sat Jun 29
1:44am: 4.01 ft High Tide
8:16am: -0.36 ft Low Tide
2:23pm: 4.30 ft High Tide
9:04pm: 0.25 ft Low Tide

Sun Jun 30
2:39am: 3.74 ft High Tide
9:10am: -0.40 ft Low Tide
3:22pm: 4.42 ft High Tide
10:05pm: 0.20 ft Low Tide

Provided by Marineweather.net

Live Music

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Thank you for reading PortCityPulse! I hope you have a great weekend and get in some live music. Remember, no newsletter on the weekend but I’ll catch you on Monday …AND if you find this information useful please share it with a friend. 
-Jason