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If you’re ever looking for local honey, check out Ryan and Jenifer at Free Bees Apiary — they even offer porch deliveries! Don’t miss Wilmington’s first New Hanover County Beekeepers Association Honey Show on November 15 at Halyburton Park.

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• Wilmington Hosts First-Ever Honey Show Featuring Local Beekeepers

• State GOP seeks investigation over alleged “cash-for-votes” texts in Wilmington race

Wilmington Hosts First-Ever Honey Show Featuring Local Beekeepers

WWAY-TV — Wilmington’s first New Hanover County Beekeepers Association Honey Show will take place November 15 at Halyburton Park, giving local beekeepers the chance to display honey, comb, wax products, and honey-infused foods across 25 competition categories. Judges will provide feedback to help growers improve their products, while the public is encouraged to support local producers. The event highlights all-natural products and promotes sustainable beekeeping practices.

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State GOP seeks investigation over alleged “cash-for-votes” texts in Wilmington race

WHQR — The North Carolina GOP has called for an investigation into claims that Wilmington voters received text messages offering cash in exchange for votes for three Democratic city council candidates. The state board of elections has confirmed it is reviewing the allegations, though the authenticity of the messages remains unverified. Local Democrats condemned both any potential misconduct and what they describe as a politically motivated stunt by Republicans. No additional voters have reported similar incidents.

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News Roundup

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An all-veteran parachute team launched Veterans Week at UNC-Wilmington with a 3,500-foot jump honoring those who served. The event celebrated the university’s roots as a G.I. Bill school and included a fitness fair and other activities leading up to the Military Appreciation basketball game on Nov. 15. WECT

UNCW is investigating unconfirmed online claims that student groups are targeting members of the military. The university says it is taking the allegations seriously despite having no verified evidence and is urging anyone with information to contact University Police. WWAY

What You Should Know

The Senate voted 60-40 to advance a bipartisan proposal to end the 40-day government shutdown, marking a major step toward reopening the federal government. Eight Democrats joined Republicans in supporting the measure after growing pressure from furloughs, airport delays, and the lapse of SNAP benefits, with the deal funding key agencies through 2026 and temporarily protecting federal workers from layoffs. The Hill

What Might Surprise You

President Trump has proposed introducing 50-year mortgages to make housing more affordable by lowering monthly payments. The idea, confirmed by FHFA Director Bill Pulte, would mark a major policy shift but faces legal barriers under the Dodd-Frank Act, which currently caps mortgage terms at 30 years. HousingWire

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