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PCP TUE MAY 14: CB mulls higher tax, water, sewer rates

IN THIS ISSUE: UNC to remove DEI

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Good morning Wilmington!

What a wild ride yesterday for GameStop as trading was halted several times during it’s rise. it hit $80 in pre-market opening today–up +600% in just three weeks. Some are saying short sellers lost over a billion today in pre-market sales. Was the catalyst for yesterday’s rally a tweet from Keith Gill AKA Roaring Kitty? Some say the short squeeze occurred in 2021–other investors and fans of Kieth Gill say the real squeeze is still to come. If you don’t know the story you might want to watch Dumb Money. 

Exciting stuff!

Her'e’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

What might surprise you

National & World News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • CB mulls higher tax, water, sewer rates

  • UNC to remove DEI

  • PBS Documentary on 1898 Wilmington Massacre

News

Carolina Beach Mulls Tax, Fee Hikes in 2024-2025 Budget Proposal

[WECT] Carolina Beach proposes rate and fee increases for 2024-2025 budget, including a 9% property tax hike, higher charter boat fees, higher water/sewer rates and raised recreation center membership costs. Discussion scheduled for May 14.

UNC Board Moves to Eliminate DEI Programs

[The Seahawk] The UNC Board of Governors Committee voted to repeal DEI programs in public universities, impacting jobs at UNCW and across the state. The move stirred controversy, with implications for diversity efforts and student organizations.

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PBS Documentary to explore 1898 Wilmington Massacre

[PBS] The "Wilmington 1898 Documentary Project" explores the violent overthrow of the multiracial government of Wilmington, NC, by white supremacists. PBS North Carolina plans to air the documentary nationally, examining the massacre's historical context and present-day impact. Supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities, the film features interviews with scholars, journalists, and descendants, aiming to shed light on this tragic event and its lasting consequences.

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Don’t Miss

Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market

WED MAY 15: 9AM-1PM @Poplar Grove
Under the shade of the Magnolias and Oaks of Historic Poplar Grove is one of Wilmington’s longest running Farmers’ Markets. Stroll the grounds, order a specialty coffee or icy cold lemonade and shop for farm fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers, food and beverages of all types as well as artisan crafted goods..

Senior Walk

FRI MAY 17: 7:50AM @Ogden Elementary
Calling all 2024 graduating seniors that went to Ogden Elementary School! We would for you to come and visit us one last time wearing your cap and gowns. The kids would love to see you and so woudl your teachers.

The tweet that started the GME run yesterday.

Adopt a Pet

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Kitty Stein

5 year old female domestic longhair
Came into the shelter as an owner surrender & stated that the landlord does not allow cats. Kitty Stein has been one really sweet girl. Kitty has enjoys her seafood & chicken flavored dental treat along with her cat nip.

Weather Forecast

Tue 14 Rain | 73°/67° | 92% | SSE 19 mph
Wed 15 PM Thunderstorms | 80°/65° | 35% | SW 14 mph
Thu 16 Partly Cloudy | 80°/66° | 19% | NW 9 mph

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Tide Forecast

Tue May 14
12:48am: 3.94 ft High Tide
7:33am: 0.61 ft Low Tide
1:19pm: 3.28 ft High Tide
7:27pm: 0.71 ft Low Tide

Wed May 15
1:37am: 3.70 ft High Tide
8:27am: 0.63 ft Low Tide
2:10pm: 3.30 ft High Tide
8:31pm: 0.78 ft Low Tide

Thu May 16
2:25am: 3.49 ft High Tide
9:13am: 0.57 ft Low Tide
3:04pm: 3.38 ft High Tide
9:27pm: 0.76 ft Low Tide

Provided by Marineweather.net

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