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In today’s Port City Pulse:

• Beach Nourishment Project to Temporarily Shut Down Freeman Park

• Gov. Stein Meets Wilmington-Area Law Enforcement

Beach Nourishment Project to Temporarily Shut Down Freeman Park

WECT Freeman Park will temporarily close Nov. 21–23 as Carolina Beach crews begin major sand placement for the beach nourishment project. Teams will install pipes along the dunes and move heavy equipment into position before work expands southward in the coming weeks. Sand placement is also beginning north of the Carolina Beach Pier and will continue for four to five weeks, with rolling beach closures expected as the project progresses. Once Freeman Park reopens, beach access around the pier will close and gradually shift south.

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Black Friday Flash Sale!

Climbing reservations for Nov 28 to 30 are HALF price for a limited time!! Sale ends Nov 25. Don't wait!! Book Now!!

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Gov. Stein Meets Wilmington-Area Law Enforcement to Address Mental Health, Staffing Needs

WECT counties at UNCW to hear firsthand what local agencies need from the state. The roundtable focused heavily on mental health support for officers, staffing shortages, and the strain those shortages place on first responders. New Hanover County Sheriff Ed McMahon also emphasized the need for better mental health and addiction resources for the public to reduce unnecessary arrests. The discussion comes as Stein advocates for a nearly $200 million public safety package aimed at improving retention, support, and overall community safety.

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News Roundup

Local News

Five officers received the Medal of Valor for their heroic response to the Southport mass shooting, risking their lives to provide tourniquets and CPR before EMS could safely enter the scene. Their quick actions helped save lives during the September 27 attack at American Fish Company, and additional merit awards were given to other responding personnel for their service. WECT

Wilmington City Council has designated the Wilmington Iron Works Building at 201 South Water Street as a Local Historic Landmark, recognizing its key role in the city’s economic and industrial history. The designation requires exterior alterations to be reviewed by the Historic Preservation Commission and makes the property owner eligible for a 50% property tax deferral, preserving the building that dates back to the late 19th century and played a significant role in the naval stores and manufacturing industries. WWAY

What You Should Know

Donald Trump escalated political tensions by calling for the arrest of “seditious” Democrats and amplifying posts suggesting extreme punishments, while also preparing for a high-profile Oval Office meeting with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, whom he has labeled a “radical.” The remarks followed a video from lawmakers reminding the military they can refuse illegal orders, and come amid ongoing clashes between Trump and Mamdani following the NYC mayoral race. The Independent

What Might Surprise You

A bipartisan group of lawmakers privately screened a new documentary claiming senior U.S. officials have knowledge of advanced nonhuman intelligence and an 80-year U.F.O. cover-up, while members like Marco Rubio and André Carson praised the film for bringing context to unexplained aerial sightings. Attendees expressed hope that “The Age of Disclosure” would push the Trump administration to prioritize U.A.P. transparency, though the Pentagon offered no comment and past intelligence reports have found no definitive explanations. The New York Times

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