Good morning Wilmington!

Planning a trip to Western NC? Check out Our State’s Christmas guide to Asheville and soak in festive magic—from gingerbread competitions to Candlelight Christmas Evenings at the Biltmore Estate. And don’t miss picking up a native tree today at Legion Stadium!

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• Asheville in December

• Tree Giveaway!

Asheville in December: Holiday Cheer for Every Age

Our State - Planning a trip to Western NC this holiday season? Asheville is sparkling with festive magic—from the Omni Grove Park Inn’s National Gingerbread Competition to Candlelight Christmas Evenings at the Biltmore Estate. Check out Our State’s Christmas guide for tips on making the most of your holiday getaway.

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1,400 Native Trees to Be Given Away in Wilmington Today and Saturday

WECT The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees is giving away more than 1,400 native trees at Legion Stadium on Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6. Residents can choose from a wide variety of species—including live oaks, red maples, bald cypress, sweetbay magnolia, and more. Certified arborists will be available on site to help with selection, planting tips, and long-term care guidance. Trees will be distributed while supplies last, making early arrival a smart move for anyone hoping to take home a pair.

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News Roundup

Local News

A gas leak on Evans Street forced evacuations in Wilmington, marking the latest in more than 100 gas leak incidents reported this year. Officials say 40 leaks occurred in just the last three months, highlighting safety risks tied to improper digging and prompting reminders about the legal requirement to call 811 before excavation. WECT

What You Should Know

Netflix will acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming assets in an $82.7 billion deal, creating a dominant entertainment powerhouse poised to reshape Hollywood. The massive cash-and-stock agreement would give Netflix control of Warner Bros. studios, HBO Max, and iconic franchises, pending regulatory approval, and could pressure smaller media companies to consolidate as the streaming giant expands its theatrical commitments and content library. The New York Times

A House Democrat has introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing alleged war crimes and policy violations. Rep. Shri Thanedar argues Hegseth endangered U.S. troops by using Signal to discuss a Yemen strike and ordered an indiscriminate attack on a suspected drug-smuggling boat, prompting calls for bipartisan support to remove him. The Hill

What Might Surprise You

TSA will begin charging travelers without a REAL ID a $45 fee starting Feb. 1, 2026, adding new costs for those who haven’t upgraded their identification. Many North Carolina travelers expressed frustration over paying more to fly, prompting some to rush to DMV offices—some even using ChatGPT to find less-crowded locations—to get their REAL IDs before the deadline. WECT

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