PCP - WED DEC 19: $6 million to port for improvements

IN THIS ISSUE: Duke Study: Probiotic could help with COVID

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
December 20, 2023

WEDNESDAYS WITH YOU

Good Morning Wilmington!

We’re looking at a normal weekend for this time of year with some clouds but little chance of rain. Cooler on Friday (58º/41º) and then warming up as the weekend progresses to the mid-sixties on Sunday.

Yesterday was an interesting day in politics and history really as the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump is disqualified from serving as president under the 14th Amendment. Shortly after, Vivek Ramaswamy pledges to withdraw from the Colorado GOP primary ballot until Trump is also allowed to be on the ballot and demands Ron DeSantis, Chris Christie, and Nikki Haley do the same. Our very own Tom Tillis [R-NC] is expected to introduce a bill barring federal funds from states “misusing” the 14th Amendment.

National News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • Probiotic helps with COVID?

  • ILM Port gets $6 million for improvments

News

Simple and Inexpensive: Duke Study Suggests Probiotics as a Viable Approach to Mitigate COVID Impact

[WRAL] A Duke study reveals that probiotics, specifically lactobacillus, show promise in delaying COVID infection and reducing symptoms among unvaccinated individuals exposed to a household COVID case. The randomized, placebo-controlled study enrolled 182 unvaccinated participants exposed to COVID. Those taking lactobacillus were 60% less likely to develop symptoms compared to the placebo group. While not statistically significant, the probiotic group had a lower COVID diagnosis rate. Probiotics may enhance immune function, making them a potential, cost-effective intervention post-exposure. Further research could establish their role in combating COVID and future pandemics.

Over $6 million allocated to port for rail improvements

[WECT] The Port of Wilmington is set to receive over $6 million for rail improvements as part of a $10.2 million investment by the N.C. Department of Transportation's Rail Division. The funds, provided through the Freight Rail & Rail Crossing Safety Improvement program, will be matched by several railroad companies. The North Carolina State Ports Authority and the state will contribute $2,780,890 each for new tracks at the port, while the state and Wilmington Terminal Railroad will each provide $590,846 for track upgrades to the Dock Lead at the port. This investment aims to enhance statewide freight rail infrastructure.

Don’t Miss

IKAGG Connect Weekly Network Meeting

TODAY: 11:30 AM-1PM @Watermans Brewing
IKAGG stands for I Know A Guy / Gal–Join us every Wednesday at Waterman's Brewing from 11:30am-1:00pm EST for a networking experience like no other. There's no cost to visit (and you can do so up to two times total), and there's no need to register to visit.

Gruff Goat Comedy Showcase

TONIGHT: 7:30PM-10PM @Waterline Brewing Co.
The Gruff Goat Comedy Showcase is a bi-monthly locally run comedy show held at Waterline Brewing Company. Featuring local and touring comedians. The show is FREE and always FUN!

Bob and Heather Live Music @Teeter!

THUR DEC 21: 2PM-5PM @Harris Teeter on 3860 Carolina Beach Road
Live acoustic music setup in the dining/ bar area. Plenty of tables for eating and hanging out. Come and hang out if ya can

Rukus Live at BBX

FRI DEC 22: 7PM @ BBX Bottle Shoppe, Leland
The boys are back at BBX! Join us for a night of great music, great beer and awesome people.

Adopt a Pet

A477486

American Pit Bull Terrier
Spayed female pit approximately 4ish years old

She is a shy girl at first but she has warmed up quickly. The staff has given her a blanket, a raised bed, etc and she rather sits/lays by the kennel door waiting for her turn to be adopted & have a home to call her own.

FREE DONUT WEDNESDAYS @ DUNKIN’ DONUTS

Add a sprinkle of joy to your Wednesdays with one free classic donut* when you order any beverage.

Offer good until DEC 31

Surf Forecast

THU AM: 1-3 ft - CHOPPY | PM: 2-4 ft - CHOPPY
FRI AM: 1-3 ft - FAIR | PM: 2+ ft - CHOPPY
SAT AM: 1-2 ft - FAIR | PM: 2-3+ ft - FAIR

provided by Swell Info

Weather Forecast

THU 21 Partly Cloudy | 57°/37° | 2% | N 7 mph
FRI 22 Partly Cloudy | 58°/42° | 4% | NE 8 mph
SAT 23 Partly Cloudy | 61°/45° | 6% | NE 7 mph

Provided by weather.com

Tide Forecast

WED DEC 20

  • Low Tide at 10:15 AM, 0.14 ft

  • High Tide at 3:58 PM, 4.33 ft

  • Low Tide at 10:41 PM, -0.18 ft

THU DEC 21

  • High Tide at 4:34 AM, 4.46 ft

  • Low Tide at 11:18 AM, 0.08 ft

  • High Tide at 4:54 PM, 4.25 ft

  • Low Tide at 11:35 PM, -0.29 ft

FRI DEC 22

  • High Tide at 5:32 AM, 4.63 ft

  • Low Tide at 12:18 PM, 0.00 ft

  • High Tide at 5:49 PM, 4.20 ft

Provided by Marineweather.net

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