Friday the 13th

What will YOU do this weekend?

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
October 13, 2023

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Good Morning Wilmington!

Today is Friday the 13th and you have so much to do this weekend. Be sure to scroll down and check out the many events happening around the area–and don’t forget the live music!

In the news…

Hamas leader calls for today to be a global day of Jihad–as if being Friday the 13th wasn’t bad enough. Seriously, Be aware of your surroundings today and throughout the weekend!

Secretary of State Blinken tells Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, “As long as America Exists…we will always be there buy your side.”

House republican Michael McCaul [TX] says Egypt had warned the Israelis three days prior to attack [source]

Republicans fail to coalesce around nomination of Steve Scalise as speaker and is expected to withdraw his name. Jim Jordan appears to be the next big contender. Republicans in talks behind closed doors.

Caroline Ellison testifies against her boyfriend, Sam Bankman-Fried blaming him for financial crimes–Laura Shin reports.

Some key points from her testimony:

  • When FTX was facing a $10 billion shortfall she awarded herself a bonus of $22.5 million

  • Sam had aspirations of becoming US president

  • Sam believed his hair added value to his career

  • She and Sam conspired to keep Bitcoin under $20,000 by selling BTC whenever it rose above $20k–selling with customer funds

  • They tried to get regulators to prosecute Binance

In today’s PortCityPulse:

  • Roy Cooper meets with leaders in Tokyo

  • Smithfield plant closes and 100 NC workers lose their jobs

  • Haunted laser tag opens at Jungle Rapids

News

Governor Roy Cooper Meets with Government and Business Leaders in Tokyo

Governor Roy Cooper led North Carolina's largest-ever delegation to the Southeast U.S./Japan Association (SEUS/Japan) meeting in Tokyo, where he met with key business and political leaders to strengthen the state's partnership with Japanese businesses. He discussed the thriving economic ties between the state and Japan with U.S. Ambassador Rahm Emanuel and engaged in fruitful talks with Toyota and Bridgestone executives. Toyota's forthcoming battery plant, with 2,100 jobs and a $5.9 billion investment, and Bridgestone's tire manufacturing operation in Wilson were focal points. The Governor also highlighted the presence of Japanese-owned companies like Hitachi, HondaJet, and FUJIFILM Diosynth in North Carolina. This meeting marked an important step in deepening the relationship between the Southeastern United States and Japan, with the 2024 SEUS/Japan Conference slated to take place in Charlotte, further bolstering economic ties between the regions.

Layoffs to hit Smithfield Packaged Meats plant

Smithfield Packaged Meats, subsidiary of the Chinese-owned conglomerate WH Group, is set to close its plant in Charlotte, resulting in the loss of jobs for over 100 workers, both salaried and hourly, just days before Christmas on December 8th. The closure impacts the entire workforce of 107 employees. This marks one of 89 layoff notices filed in North Carolina this year, impacting over 7,700 workers, with a notable 4,200 workers affected by layoffs spread across 42 notices in 2022, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the workforce in the region.

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Jungle Rapids Unleashes the Horror with Tormented Laser Tag

As the Halloween season descends, Jungle Rapids in Wilmington welcomes back its annual "Torment Haunted Laser Tag" attraction. Since 2015, this unique experience has been captivating visitors by transforming the laser tag arena into a chilling haunted house adventure. The immersive journey begins with a 5-minute horror story and leads into a heart-pounding 12-minute game. This year, the excitement is amplified with a 400-square-foot expansion of the arena. Jungle Rapids' The attraction is open every Saturday throughout October and the first Saturday in November, offering plenty of opportunities for thrill-seekers to immerse themselves in the Halloween spirit.

Don’t Miss

Art in the Arboretum

SAT-SUN OCT 14-15 @the Arboretum
It will be a wonderful evening of gathering with friends, enjoying drinks, partaking in specialty foods, listening to live music, and shopping among an amazing collection of 75 artisans spread throughout the 7-acres of the Arboretum's gardens. - $35

Touch-A-Truck

SUN OCT 15: 11-3PM @UNCW Hamilton Lot
TOUCH-A-TRUCK® is a unique educational and interactive community event where children of all ages and their families can explore their favorite trucks and vehicles and meet the people who build, protect, and serve our community. - $6

Autumn with Topsail

FRI-SUN OCT 20-OCT22 @Topsail
The festival features an Artists’ and Crafts Court with over 100 regional artists displaying and selling their work. Enjoy exciting live musical entertainment, a variety of amazing food with beer and wine, inflatables and crafts for children, and much more!.

What will YOU do this weekend with so many great options!

Keep in mind Thunderstorms likely on Saturday

SUPPORT LOCAL VENDORS THIS SATURDAY
-Carolina Beach Every Saturday 8AM–1PM until Sept 30 @Carolina Beach Lake Park
-Riverfront Farmer's Market Every Saturday until Nov 18 in Historic Downtown
-Tidal Creek every Saturday 8AM–1PM

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Surf Forecast

TODAY AM: 3+ ft - FAIR | PM: 3 ft - CHOPPY
SAT AM: 2+ ft - CHOPPY | PM: 2-3 ft - CHOPPY
SUN AM: 1 ft - CLEAN | PM: flat - CLEAN

provided by Swell Info

Weather Forecast

TODAY Sunny | 76°/69° | PREC 6% | ENE 11 mph
SAT 14 Thunderstorms | 81°/60° | PREC 70% | SSE 15 mph
SUN 15 Mostly Sunny | 71°/54° | PREC 4% | NW 13 mph

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Tide Forecast

FRI OCT 13

  • Low Tide at 3:41 AM, 0.38 ft

  • High Tide at 9:31 AM, 4.60 ft

  • Low Tide at 4:00 PM, 0.42 ft

  • High Tide at 9:43 PM, 4.52 ft

SAT OCT 14

  • Low Tide at 4:18 AM, 0.39 ft

  • High Tide at 10:08 AM, 4.68 ft

  • Low Tide at 4:44 PM, 0.45 ft

  • High Tide at 10:15 PM, 4.44 ft

SUN OCT 15

  • Low Tide at 4:54 AM, 0.41 ft

  • High Tide at 10:38 AM, 4.72 ft

  • Low Tide at 5:27 PM, 0.49 ft

  • High Tide at 10:41 PM, 4.35 ft

Provided by Marineweather.net

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