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IN THIS ISSUE: Tuition hike at UNCW | Musician Issues Public Apology Over Edward Teach Brewery Dispute

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
December 18, 2024

WEDNESDAYS TOGETHER WITH YOU

Good morning Wilmington!

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In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • Tuition hike at UNCW

  • Musician Issues Public Apology Over Edward Teach Brewery Dispute

UNCW Approves 6% Tuition Hike for 2025-2026

[UNCW] The UNCW Board of Trustees approved a 6% tuition increase for the 2025-2026 school year, impacting non-resident undergraduates, resident graduates, and non-resident graduates. Housing rates will also rise by 6%, meal plans by 5%, and campus fees slightly to address insurance and facility costs. Funds will support academic programs, staff expansion, and library investments. The proposal now awaits final approval from the UNC Board of Governors.

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Musician Issues Public Apology Over Edward Teach Brewery Dispute

[WWAY] Musician Madonna Nash publicly apologized for a social media post last year that misrepresented an altercation at Edward Teach Brewery. Nash admitted her account was inaccurate, clarified no sexual misconduct occurred, and accepted full responsibility. She urged an end to the brewery boycott and announced a collaboration with Edward Teach for a community charity event next month.

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To-Do!

✅ Get Bone -in Rib Roast for $7.99/lb or Whole Beef Tenderloin for $14.99/lb at Harris Teeter with VIC card until DEC 24

Don’t Miss

Shipwreck Harley Davidson Sip & Shop

THUR DEC 19: 6-8PM @ Harley Davidson - ILM
There will be cold beer, fine wine, and holiday charcuterie to ensure shoppers have the most relaxing last-minute holiday shopping experience.

Winter Solstice Celebration

THUR DEC 19: 5Pm @ Longleaf Park - ILM
Join us for hot cider, lantern making and a short night hike to celebrate the shortest day of the year! No registration required - all are welcome!

City of Lights

THUR-SAT DEC 19-21: 5-8Pm @ Bellamy Mansion Museum - ILM
Experience the Bellamy Mansion ornamented with its Christmas finest! Take a leisurely stroll through the mansion and the original slave quarters, beautifully decorated for the season. The main levels of the buildings showcase Christmas decor inspired by Victorian traditions, while the mansion's upper bedroom level highlights the creative touch of our dedicated volunteers. $5

Elf Interactive Screening

FRI DEC 20: 7PM @ Eagle’s Dare - ILM
Son of a Nutcracker! Pineapple-Shaped Lamps is braving the treacherous journey from the North Pole all the way to downtown Wilmington for an all-ages shadowcast of that beloved holiday classic, ELF! They'll be acting out scenes from the film, leading the audience in holiday singalongs, and selling prop bags with fake snowballs, fake snow, and (real) candy canes! It promises to be a holly-jolly good time! $10, $5 for kids

Weather Forecast

Wed 18 AM Fog/PM Clouds | 67°/57° | 24% | S 7 mph
Thu 19 Cloudy | 61°/44° | 24% | NNE 16 mph
Fri 20 Mostly Cloudy | 57°/37° | 24% | NNW 8 mph

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Tide Forecast

Wednesday, December 18
2:48 AM: -0.40 ft (Low Tide)
9:17 AM: 4.56 ft (High Tide)
3:44 PM: -0.06 ft (Low Tide)
9:43 PM: 3.47 ft (High Tide)

Thursday, December 19
3:33 AM: -0.12 ft (Low Tide)
10:07 AM: 4.25 ft (High Tide)
4:29 PM: 0.14 ft (Low Tide)
10:36 PM: 3.40 ft (High Tide)

Friday, December 20
4:21 AM: 0.20 ft (Low Tide)
10:55 AM: 3.94 ft (High Tide)
5:18 PM: 0.29 ft (Low Tide)
11:26 PM: 3.36 ft (High Tide)

Provided by Marineweather.net

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Have a great “Hump Day!”
-Jason