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IN THIS ISSUE: Local Veteran-Owned Firm Wins $127M Missile Defense Contract | Wilmington Leaders Appointed to Key State Panels

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Jason @ Port City Pulse
December 03, 2024

TUESDAYS TOGETHER WITH YOU

Good morning Wilmington!

Lows will be in the 20’s tonight/tomorrow morning and Thursday – Friday. Finally warming up starting on Saturday and into next week. Stay warm and plan accordingly!

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • Local Veteran-Owned Firm Wins $127M Missile Defense Contract

  • Wilmington Leaders Appointed to Key State Panels

Local Veteran-Owned Firm Wins $127M Missile Defense Contract

[WilmingtonBiz] Assertive Professionals LLC, a veteran-owned business, has secured a $127 million, five-year contract with the Missile Defense Agency. Running from December 2024 to 2029, the contract involves administrative, operations, and communication support at key U.S. defense locations. The firm, recognized as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business, continues its commitment to national security and defense operations.

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Wilmington Leaders Appointed to Key State Panels

[WXII] Gov. Roy Cooper has appointed Wilmington-area residents to key state panels. Katrina Knight, executive director of Good Shepherd Center, joins the N.C. Interagency Council for Coordinating Homeless Programs, advocating for affordable housing and homelessness solutions. Samuel J. Corbett III, a Hampstead-based commercial fisherman with 40+ years of experience, is now chair of the Marine Fisheries Commission, reflecting his dedication to marine conservation.

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Don’t Miss

Sip, Swap and Socialize with Santa and Comedy

Today: 5:30-9PM @ Waterline Brewing Co - ILM
How cool is this?! A comedy show, plants, SANTA, vendors, food and so much more! Plant Swap 6-8PM. Get professional photos with Santa by @calypsophotonc or you are welcome to take you own with a donation which benefits an adopted family we have taken on for the Holidays

Group Hypnosis for Holiday Stress

WED DEC 4: 7PM @ Lemon Tree Embodiment Studio - ILM
Join us for a cozy group hypnosis session to help alleviate holiday stress and achieve calm, peace, and abundance. $30

Wilmington Victorian Candlelight Christmas Stroll

WED DEC 4: 4:30-6Pm @ Wilmington Walking Tours - Dt

An (LED) candlelight sunset stroll through downtown Wilmington's historic district to learn about Victorian homes and how they decorated and celebrated for the holidays. See Wilmington's most significant architecture on this route, all dressed up for the holidays! WARNING: Caroling may ensue!! $20

Elf-Holiday Movie Night on the Lawn

THUR DEC 5: 5-8PM @ Sloop Point - HS
Join us to watch the movie Elf outside on the big screen! We've got the popcorn covered, just make sure to bring your own drinks, chairs, and blankets! We are looking forward to kicking off the holidays with you at Sloop Point!

Weather Forecast

Today AM Rain/Snow Showers | 46°/29° | 90% | NNW 16 mph
Wed 04 Sunny | 51°/43° | 1% | WSW 12 mph
Thu 05 Partly Cloudy/Wind | 61°/27° | 0% | W 21 mph

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Tide Forecast

Tue Dec 3
8:26am: 4.56 ft (High Tide)
2:51pm: 0.19 ft (Low Tide)
8:40pm: 3.23 ft (High Tide)

Wed Dec 4
2:37am: 0.08 ft (Low Tide)
9:11am: 4.50 ft (High Tide)
3:33pm: 0.23 ft (Low Tide)
9:29pm: 3.20 ft (High Tide)

Thu Dec 5
3:19am: 0.17 ft (Low Tide)
10:01am: 4.42 ft (High Tide)
4:20pm: 0.26 ft (Low Tide)
10:23pm: 3.25 ft (High Tide)

Provided by Marineweather.net

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Bring in your plants and insulate your pipes & spigots. It’s gonna get cold!

-Jason