Good morning Wilmington!

The Digital Assets Summit is bringing together crypto industry titans and policymakers to explore the future of digital currencies in the U.S. today, with discussions centered on establishing a strategic crypto reserve featuring heavyweights like Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano, as reported by Yahoo Finance. This historic summit could redefine America’s role in the global crypto economy, tackling regulatory frameworks, tax incentives, and mass adoption strategies—potentially even proposing a game-changing 0% capital gains tax on crypto—making it a historic, must-watch moment for anyone investing or planning to invest into the future of finance.

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• Amazon to Launch New Robotics Fulfillment Center in Wilmington

• Advanced Glazings Expands to Wilmington

Amazon to Launch New Robotics Fulfillment Center in Wilmington, Promising Faster Deliveries and More Jobs"

[WECT] Amazon is set to break ground on a new robotics fulfillment center in Wilmington on March 12. The facility, located near the delivery station announced in 2022, aims to boost local job growth and accelerate delivery speeds by streamlining package transfers from nearby fulfillment and sorting centers to outgoing vehicles. The groundbreaking event is exclusive to media and invited guests.

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Advanced Glazings Expands to Wilmington

[Star News] Advanced Glazings, a Canadian glass technology company known for its energy-saving Solera products, is expanding into Wilmington with a new sales office that will create about 50 jobs. This expansion is the first step toward opening a local manufacturing facility. Co-founder Doug Milburn highlighted Wilmington as an ideal manufacturing hub due to its favorable environment for production. Advanced Glazings’ innovative glass insulation and light diffusion solutions, which reduce solar heat and enhance natural light in buildings, are already in use at several North Carolina schools and institutions.

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News Roundup

LOCAL

• A 15-year-old track athlete from West Bladen High School tragically died after collapsing during practice, leaving the community in mourning as officials investigate the cause.
  News Source: WECT

• UNC Wilmington faces the potential loss of over $600,000 in NIH grants due to undisclosed issues, with little public discussion from university officials raising concerns about transparency.
  News Source: WECT

• The North Carolina Forest Service is struggling to combat an active wildfire season exacerbated by a staffing shortage, putting additional pressure on resources as fires threaten the region.
  News Source: WECT

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• NASA astronauts stranded on the International Space Station have publicly stated that the Biden administration abandoned them, highlighting delays in their return as SpaceX prepares a rescue mission.
  News Source: The Gateway Pundit

• Representative Al Green introduced a resolution to censure former President Trump over a speech, reigniting political tensions in the House as Democrats push for accountability.
  News Source: The Hill

• President Trump is set to host crypto industry leaders at the White House, signaling a warm embrace of digital currencies as part of his economic agenda.
  News Source: Yahoo Finance

• Trump’s administration is exploring the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve, a move that could position the U.S. as a leader in cryptocurrency adoption and economic innovation.
  News Source: CNN

WHAT MIGHT SURPRISE YOU

• Approximately 180 fired CDC employees received unexpected emails asking them to return to work, a surprising reversal amid staffing challenges following recent controversies.
  News Source: WECT

• The FAA halted flights after Elon Musk’s Starship rocket exploded mid-flight, raining debris across a wide area and raising safety concerns for aviation and local communities.
  News Source: Mediaite

NATIONAL

• Representative Pete Sessions is introducing the "Make Elections Secure Act" to enhance election integrity, a move likely to spark debate over voting security measures ahead of future elections.
  News Source: The Gateway Pundit

• Hunter Biden has requested a judge dismiss a lawsuit over his infamous laptop, citing financial ruin from millions in debt worsened by LA wildfires, painting a dire personal and legal picture.
  News Source: MSN

• McDonald’s is rolling out an AI makeover across its restaurants, integrating technology to streamline operations and enhance customer experience, marking a significant shift in fast-food innovation.
  News Source: The Wall Street Journal

• Trump’s Agriculture Secretary is encouraging Americans to raise chickens at home, promoting self-sufficiency as part of a broader push for agricultural resilience.
  News Source: The Gateway Pundit

WORLD

• EU leaders are holding emergency talks to boost military spending for Ukraine, as Europe grapples with escalating tensions and the need to support the nation against ongoing conflict.
  News Source: WWAYTV3

To-Do!

✅ Watch President Trump’s remarks at the White House Digital Assets Summit today at 3:00 PM

Weather

Summary
Wilmington, NC, will experience a mix of weather over the next three days, starting with partly cloudy skies today, March 7, transitioning to mostly sunny conditions on March 8, and then increasing clouds with a chance of rain by March 9. Temperatures will range from highs in the mid-60s to low 70s and lows in the mid-40s to low 50s, with light to moderate winds shifting from southwest to northeast. Precipitation chances remain low until Sunday, when a 40% chance of showers could affect surf and tide conditions.

Weather Forecast

• Friday, March 7, 2025: Partly Cloudy | High 66° / Low 46° | Precip 10% | SW 10-15 mph

• Saturday, March 8, 2025: Mostly Sunny | High 70° / Low 50° | Precip 5% | S 5-10 mph

• Sunday, March 9, 2025: Mostly Cloudy, Chance of Rain | High 68° / Low 52° | Precip 40% | NE 10-20 mph

Tide Forecast
Friday, March 7, 2025

• 8:06 AM: 0.27 ft (Low)

• 1:32 PM: 3.08 ft (High)

• 8:01 PM: -0.07 ft (Low)

Saturday, March 8, 2025

• 2:13 AM: 3.89 ft (High)

• 9:09 AM: 0.26 ft (Low)

• 2:42 PM: 3.03 ft (High)

• 9:04 PM: -0.08 ft (Low)

Sunday, March 9, 2025

• 4:26 AM: 3.84 ft (High)

• 11:05 AM: 0.20 ft (Low)

• 4:52 PM: 3.16 ft (High)

• 11:01 PM: -0.13 ft (Low)

Surf Forecast

• Friday, March 7, 2025: Wave Height 2-3 ft, Swell Direction SE, Wind SW 10-15 mph, Conditions Fair, Notes: Small, rideable waves with offshore winds early, turning choppy by afternoon.

• Saturday, March 8, 2025: Wave Height 1-2 ft, Swell Direction SE, Wind S 5-10 mph, Conditions Poor to Fair, Notes: Smaller waves with light winds; best for beginners in the morning.

• Sunday, March 9, 2025: Wave Height 3-4 ft, Swell Direction E, Wind NE 10-20 mph, Conditions Choppy, Notes: Larger waves building with onshore winds; potential rain may reduce visibility.

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