PCP WED JUN 5: NHC school display policy passed

IN THIS ISSUE: $800 million stadium upgrade for Panthers

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Good morning Wilmington!

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Here’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

What might surprise you

National & World News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • NHC school display policy passed

  • $800 million stadium upgrade for Panthers

  • Nursing crisis

News

Controversial NHC School Display Policy Passed by Board

[WECT] The New Hanover County Board of Education voted to limit what teachers and staff can display in schools. The new policy only allows displays of U.S., state, county, and school flags, post-secondary institutions, school events, sponsorships, and approved curriculum materials. Criticism includes concerns about First Amendment violations and impacts on art and history education.

$800 Million Upgrade Planned for Bank of America Stadium

[WWAY] The Carolina Panthers and the City of Charlotte have proposed an $800 million renovation for Bank of America Stadium, with $650 million from the city and $150 million from Panthers owner David Tepper. The renovations aim to modernize the stadium and enhance fan experiences without raising taxes, funded by existing hospitality and tourism taxes. The project includes upgraded systems, redesigned concourses, and improved accessibility.

Nursing Crisis: NC Task Force Urges Action to Combat Looming Shortages

[Carolina Public Press] North Carolina faces a looming shortage of nurses by 2033, with projections showing a deficit of 12,500 registered nurses and 5,000 licensed practical nurses. The North Carolina Institute of Medicine released recommendations addressing issues like staffing shortages and burnout, aiming to bolster recruitment and retention efforts in nursing.

Don’t Miss

2024 Cape Fear Blues Festival

JUN 7: 8PM until JUN 9: 10PM @ The Rusty Nail

The 2024 Cape Fear Blues Festival will be held on June 7th-9th 2024 at The Rusty Nail 1310 S.5th Avenue in Wilmington NC.

This year's festival includes a great lineup of seven wonderful bands including:

  • Bobby Messano - Legendary Guitarist & Blues Hall of Famer

  • Eddie Big Legs Martin & The Wayfarers - Swing Blues band

  • Tullie Brae - Triple Threat Singer,Songwriter,and Instrumentalist

  • Big Al & The Heavyweights - Southern Roots, Bayou Soul

  • Don Johnson Project - Funky Blues, Motown, and more

  • The Rhythm Bones - Original Rhythm & Blues with Orlean's flair

  • Brett Johnson feat. Tarsha Murphy - Accomplished Local Musicians with Amazing Talent

Shows start Friday evening at 8pm and run thru Sunday 10 pm. ( a show schedule will be posted)

  • Friday Show ticket is $10

  • Saturday Day & Night Ticket is $40

  • Saturday Night Only Ticket is $15

Sunday Entry is Free

Saturday Day & Night Advance Tickets can be purchased at The Rusty Nail or thru Eventbrite.

We will have Two Stages - Our Outdoor Stage under the Beer Tent in our Wonderful Courtyard and the House Indoor stage. There is seating in both areas and attendees are welcome to bring their own chairs for the outdoor area.

  • We ask that No Pets & No Coolers Policies be observed.

  • Verified Service Dogs allowed

  • There will be Food & Merchandise Vendors.

  • Join US in celebrating The Blues !!

  • These shows will happen Rain or Shine !

Hired Hands Band

Today: 6-8PM @ Gio FUnd - LL
Join us the first and third Wednesdays of every month for Live Music with the Hired Hands Band at the Gio Fund Event Center

Josh Lewis

THUR JUN 6: 6-9PM @ Oceanic
Catch some tunes from talented local musicians every Thursday from 6pm to 9pm and Sunday 12pm to 3pm all summer long! Grab a cocktail from our Jetty Bar and enjoy live music with your favorite view in Wrightsville Beach.

16th Annual Port City Music Festival 2024

Today: 7:30 PM @B’nai Israel, 2601 Chestnut Street
the 16th Annual Port City Music Festival 2024 is a summer concert series committed to the highest quality of performance, and making the experience of great music accessible to all..

The Wood Brothers

MON JUN 10: 5:45 @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Brought to you by Live Nation. Tickets are from #33.50 to $53.50.

SAVINGS ALERT: Make a trip to the Pig!

Buy 10 lbs. or more of Ground Chuck for $3.79/lb.
Get Eastern Peaches for 99¢/lb.
$4.99 for a pound of Daily’s Bacon
$3.99 for 12-oz. of Smithfield Bacon
$4.99 for 2-lbs of Steves Smoked Sausage Links
Click here for full circular

Offers good @ Piggly Wiggly in Leland and Burgaw until JUN 11

Weather Forecast

Today Mostly Sunny | 83°/76° | 2% | S 15 mph
Thu 06 Partly Cloudy | 86°/73° | 24% | SW 17 mph
Fri 07 Mostly Sunny | 86°/68° | 24% | WSW 10 mph

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Tide Forecast

Wed Jun 5
6:56am: 3.77 ft High Tide
12:56pm: -0.56 ft Low Tide
7:22pm: 5.12 ft High Tide

Thu Jun 6
2:03am: -0.28 ft Low Tide
7:45am: 3.73 ft High Tide
1:48pm: -0.50 ft Low Tide
8:10pm: 5.05 ft High Tide

Fri Jun 7
2:52am: -0.25 ft Low Tide
8:34am: 3.64 ft High Tide
2:37pm: -0.39 ft Low Tide
8:59pm: 4.87 ft High Tide

Provided by Marineweather.net

Live Music

Today

6-9 PM: Open Mic @ The Eagle's Dare - ILM

7-10 PM: Paige Bacon @ G Prime

7-10 PM: JV Flanagan Duo @ SeaWitch - CB

7 PM: Christian Brinkley @ The Starling - ILIM

7 PM: Hiding Places @ The Fuzzy Needle

8 PM: BEX @ The Fuzzy Needle

7-10 PM: Open Mic @ Palate - ILM

9 PM - Midnight: Open Mic @ Bottega

Upcoming

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