FRIDAYS TOGETHER WITH

Good morning Wilmington!

Happy Friday Wilmington. It’s looking like we will get all of this week’s rain out of the way today or this evening–leaving us with a super-pleasant Mother’s Day weekend!

Here’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

• Members of the Select Subcomittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic suggest COVID-19 leaked from a lab in Wuhan

What might surprise you

• Hospitals Are Refusing to Do Surgeries Unless You Pay In Full First

• Checkpoints at UCLA encampment ‘Are you a Zionist?’

• Top senators believe the US secretly recovered UFOs

National & World News:

• Greene's attempt to oust Johnson blocked

• Target to cut LGBTQ Pride month products from some stores

• New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Films for Warner Bros. in 2026

• McCarthy Slams Gaetz as ‘The Hunter Biden’ of the GOP

• Underwater mortgages tick up across USA

• Ukraine orders nationwide electricity rationing after Russian airstrikes

• Hailey Bieber is pregnant, expecting first baby with Justin

• The Trump campaign contemplates a jail sentence

Local News:

• The Seahawks are two wins away from an NCAA Regional after taking down top-seeded Campbell Thursday

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• Michael Jordan donates $10 million for health clinic

• Proposed Bill Allows Leland Residents to Recall Elected Officials

• Wrightsville Beach Market Opens Monday for the season

Michael Jordan's $10 Million Donation Powers New Health Clinic in Wilmington

[WECT] Michael Jordan and his mother, Deloris Jordan, surprised attendees at the Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic grand opening in Wilmington. The clinic, funded by Jordan's $10 million donation, aims to provide healthcare to underserved communities. Jordan emphasizes the importance of supporting families in need. The clinic offers primary care, preventive care, and screenings, representing a significant resource for the community. Jordan's commitment to Wilmington reflects his desire to give back to his hometown and ensure his legacy endures.

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Rep. Iler Proposes Bill Allowing Leland Residents to Recall Elected Officials

[WWAY] Rep. Frank Iler introduces a bill allowing the recall of elected officials in Leland, responding to resident concerns about a proposed tax hike and town hall expansion. The bill, filed Tuesday, proposes a recall option if 25% of registered voters petition for it. If passed, it won't impact Leland's charter until 2025.

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Mark Your Calendars: Wrightsville Beach Market Opens Monday for a Season of Local Delights!

The Wrightsville Beach Market returns this Monday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, running May 13 to December 2, 2024. Located adjacent to Town Hall, it offers fresh produce, local crafts, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Parking is available for market patrons only, and the vendor roster is already full. Come support local growers and artisans while enjoying the coastal vibe!

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Weather Forecast

Fri 10 PM Thunderstorms | 82°/57° | 56% | WSW 13 mph
Sat 11 Mostly Sunny | 76°/62° | 5% | NNW 12 mph
Sun 12 Sunny | 79°/62° | 4% | NW 10 mph

Provided by weather.com

Tide Forecast

Fri May 10
3:54am: -0.33 ft Low Tide
9:46am: 3.74 ft High Tide
3:43pm: -0.35 ft Low Tide
10:10pm: 4.83 ft High Tide

Sat May 11
4:42am: -0.06 ft Low Tide
10:40am: 3.55 ft High Tide
4:29pm: -0.06 ft Low Tide
11:04pm: 4.51 ft High Tide

Sun May 12
5:33am: 0.24 ft Low Tide
11:35am: 3.40 ft High Tide
5:19pm: 0.25 ft Low Tide
11:57pm: 4.21 ft High Tide

Provided by Marineweather.net