PCP WED MAY 15: NC Clean Air Report

IN THIS ISSUE: NC House passes Shalom Act defining antisemitism

WEDNESDAYS WITH YOU

Good morning Wilmington!

My son told me today would be a great day for surfing. Turns out he was right–good day for fishing too!

Today begins the 2024 season for Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market! Be sure to stop by Poplar Grove and see Jen from Free Bees Apiary and pick up some local honey!

Yesterday continued playing out for GameStop [GME] as trading was halted 34 times in 24 hours. Jim Cramer says GME is overvalued–says ‘Sell sell sell!” Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton says “It bothers me” and doesn’t mention the fact that trading was halted. GameStop shorts lost $1 billion on Monday alone.

Here’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

What might surprise you

National & World News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • NC Clean Air Report

  • NC House passes Shalom Act defining antisemitism

  • Wilmington-based nonprofit helps girls in India

News

Some improvements, some probelms: NC's air is cleaner than ever

[CBS 17] A new report on NC's air quality reveals mixed results: rising ozone levels raise concerns, while particle pollution remains low. Despite challenges, emissions are down, leading to the cleanest air in decades, according to the Division of Air Quality. The American Lung Association advocates for stricter EPA standards and encourages individual actions like reducing gas-powered car usage.

NC House Passes 'Shalom Act' to Define Antisemitism in State Law

[NC Newsline] North Carolina's House overwhelmingly passes the "Shalom Act," adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition of antisemitism into state law, amid concerns about free speech and political targeting.

From Wilmington to India: How One Nonprofit Became a Global 'Homes of Hope'!

[WECT] Wilmington-based nonprofit 'Homes of Hope India' has sheltered over 2,000 vulnerable girls in India, combatting sex trafficking. Founder Paul Wilkes shares their impactful journey and calls for ongoing support.

Don’t Miss

Louis. The Rapper

THUR MAY 16: 7-8PM @Cameron Art Museum
Come enjoy an evening of energetic live Hip-Hop as Louis is joined by a backing band of incredibly talented local musicians. Coming off the release of his new album "Indigo Child," Louis. The Rapper explores themes of Afro-futurism through personal reflection and storytelling. $5 suggested donation.

Thunderstuck–AC/DC Tribute

FRI MAY 17: 7PM @Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard - ILM
For fans, it's about a sense of familiarity and a feeling that snatches up listeners and takes over. It's about a contagious power and electricity few AC/DC tribute bands can provide. Thunderstruck gives a complete and consistently quality live show as true to the spirit of AC/DC that you can get.

SAVINGS ALERT @Food Lion

New York Strip for $8.99/lb. (Save $5.00/lb.)
2 pints of Blueberries for $4.00 (Save $3.98)
16-oz. Smithfield Bacon for $4.99
12-oz. Johnsonville breakfast sausage for $3.49

Offers good until MAY 21

Weather Forecast

Today PM Thunderstorms | 80°/64° | 88% | SW 10 mph
Thu 16 AM Clouds/PM Sun | 78°/66° | 21% | N 9 mph
Fri 17 Mostly Cloudy | 79°/71° | 15% | SW 9 mph

Provided by weather.com

Tide Forecast

Wed May 15
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

Fri May 17
3:18am: 3.33 ft High Tide
9:53am: 0.46 ft Low Tide
4:01pm: 3.54 ft High Tide
10:16pm: 0.70 ft Low Tide

Provided by Marineweather.net

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