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Good morning Wilmington!

Congratulations to Donald Trump on a successful campaign and a decisive victory that is sure to shift the political landscape. Not only did Trump win the White House, the Republican Party won both House and Senate. With experience from his first term combined with his powerful and influential new alliances, this administration will bring a uniquely transformative agenda over the next four years. Having already arranged many cabinet positions, Trump is poised to begin his term with a clear and deliberate path forward, ready to take action from day one.

View national election results offered by the New York Times

On the state level, Democrat Josh Stein won North Carolina’s governorship, defeating Mark Robinson, while Rachel Hunt became lieutenant governor. Local races saw Republicans retain strongholds in the NC Senate and House, and victories across Brunswick, New Hanover, and other counties, shaping policies close to home for Wilmington residents.

View local election results offered by WECT

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• iFly skydiving simulator set to open NOV 30

• Tomorrow: Whiskey&Wisdom for the Dads

• New Hanover County Housing Prices Dip in August

Wilmington’s First Indoor Skydiving Facility Takes Off Nov. 30

[Wilmington Biz] Wilmington’s first indoor skydiving facility, an iFly franchise, is set to open on Eastwood Road on Nov. 30. The $14 million project, featuring a 35-foot wind tunnel, took six years to bring to fruition. Alongside skydiving, the facility will offer a simulator used for military training. Founders Patrick Maguire and Dave Soler aim to expand iFly locations across the Carolinas over the next 15 years.

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Whiskey&Wisdom x 4th Trimester Mission: For the Dads

THUR NOV 7: 6-8PM @ Azalea Station - ILM
Call all fathers (or soon to be fathers)! This night is for you. Sample whiskey, enjoy some appetizers, and hear wisdom from other men who have been where you are, or are soon headed. whether you are celebrating or feel the need to drown your sorrows, all are welcome on Thursday evening 🤣 

We will see you at Azalea Station on November 7th from 6-8pm! $40 includes 2x whiskey tastings and appetizers!

This important event is sponsored by PS Solutions and Port City Family Law

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Tired of your kids monkeying around at home?

Bring them to Giggles for a little playtime. We've got the perfect space for little monkeys! Check us out at Giggles Drop In Childcare in Wilmington, NC!

New Hanover County Housing Prices Dip in August

[Star News Online] New Hanover County’s housing market saw a 9.6% dip in median home sales prices from July to August, with homes selling at $477,000. Single-family home prices dropped 12.2%, while condos and townhomes rose 20.1%. Although prices increased 21.3% from August 2023, the overall sales volume dipped slightly, reflecting statewide trends of lower sales and slower price growth.

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News Roundup

Local Election:

• U.S. Rep. Don Davis of eastern North Carolina’s First District has claimed house victory but Republican challenger Laurie Buckhout refuses to concede

• Democrat Mo Green elected as NC’s State Superintendent beating Michele Marrow

• Josh Stein wins governor’s seat over Mark Robinson

• North Carolina voters approve citizens-only voting constitutional amendment

National Election:

• Harris spokesperson addresses her supporters

• Kamala concedes the election with a phone call to Trump 

• Harris expected to publicly concede in address to the nation later today

What you should know:

• Bitcoin reaches all-time high of $75,345

What might surprise you

• The Nayib Bukele, President of El Salvador and champion of Bitcoin, is the first to congratulate Donald Trump

National & World News:

• UN secretary general 'very concerned' about reports of North Korean troops in Russia

• Imane Khelif, who won gold at Paris Olympics, ‘confirmed’ as a man

• Stocks soar on verdict

To-Do!

✅ Watch Trump’s full victory speech

Weather Forecast

Wed 06 Mostly Cloudy | 78°/68° | 24% | SSE 6 mph
Thu 07 Few Showers | 75°/65° | 38% | S 6 mph
Fri 08 Cloudy | 75°/59° | 21% | NNE 8 mph

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Tide Forecast

Wed Nov 6
3:30am: 0.66 ft (Low Tide)
10:20am: 4.45 ft (High Tide)
4:37pm: 0.85 ft (Low Tide)
10:39pm: 3.28 ft (High Tide)

Thu Nov 7
4:18am: 0.78 ft (Low Tide)
11:12am: 4.42 ft (High Tide)
5:38pm: 0.88 ft (Low Tide)
11:32pm: 3.34 ft (High Tide)

Fri Nov 8
5:25am: 0.86 ft (Low Tide)
12:03pm: 4.40 ft (High Tide)
6:44pm: 0.77 ft (Low Tide)

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