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IN THIS ISSUE: Calls to fire superintendent | Multiple businesses hit by fire on Market

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
February 02, 2024

FRIDAYS TOGETHER WITH

Good Morning Wilmington!

Happy Groundhog Day! Did I already say that?
Good news from Gobbler’s Knob. Phil did not see his shadow so we are looking at an early spring!

A lot of folks are concerned about the proposal for a significant insurance hike for NC coastal residents. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS. North Carolina Realtors have put together this tool to help draft an email. Consider taking a few minutes to fill out this form and have your voice heard. You can also send an email directly to [email protected].

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In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • Calls to fire Foust

  • Multiple businesses hit by fire

  • NC residents demand transparency by HOA

Calls to Fire Superintendent Heat Up New Hanover County School Board Meeting

[WECT] A New Hanover County school board member calls for terminating the superintendent's contract, sparking controversy. Pat Bradford aims to rescind a recent three-year extension for Dr. Charles Foust, prompting heated debate among board members. Despite legal complexities, Bradford's move raises questions about governance and respect within the board. While frustrations over recent decisions linger, the potential fallout includes financial implications and a divisive atmosphere. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

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Multiple Businesses Hit by Fire on Market Street, Wilmington

[WECT] A fire at 6820 Market Street in Wilmington on Jan. 31 damaged multiple businesses, ruling the building a total loss. Responding crews included Wilmington Fire Department and New Hanover County Fire Rescue, with assistance from others. Scott Goodwin from Shoreline Marine, nearby, highlighted the impact on affected businesses. Despite challenges ahead, there were no injuries reported, and the fire was extinguished by 8:42 p.m. The cause remains unknown, but officials suspect it started in a unit with flammable materials.

North Carolina HOA Residents Demand Transparency and Accountability Amid Allegations of Secrecy and Neglect

[NC Newsline] The House Select Committee on Homeowners’ Associations hears testimonies highlighting issues of transparency, accountability, and unfulfilled promises within HOAs. Residents like Sue Hodgin describe limited access to information and minimal public participation in meetings. Meanwhile, others, like William Keller, recount how HOAs fail to deliver promised amenities despite collecting dues. While some defend HOAs' autonomy, calls for oversight and legislative action grow louder. However, officials caution against false hopes, citing the complexity of addressing each complaint within the current legal framework.

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Limit 3. deal ends FEB8

Don’t Miss

Pancake Breakfast

SAT FEB 3: 7:30 AM-11AM @Senior Center-CB
Every month on the FIRST SATURDAY, KB Hines Senior Center has their "Island Famous" AYCE Pancake Breakfast! What could possibly be better than pancakes with sausage and scrambled eggs along with coffee and/or juice? And...all for only $8!

Salty Dog’s 11th Birthday

SUN FEB 4: 8AM @Salty Dog Yoga & Surf-CB
We would love for you to join us for a day of community classes at Salty Dog to celebrate our 11th birthday! From 8am to 6:30pm we will have our doors open to celebrate the array of classes on offer at our studio. All classes are 50 minutes and students can pay between $3-$20 to participate.

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Weather Forecast

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Partly Cloudy | 64°/39° | PREC 2% | W 8 mph

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Sunny | 55°/37° | PREC 4% | NNE 12 mph

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Tide Forecast

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