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Good morning Wilmington!

With the Pooch Plunge and the Dock Dogs competition behind us I guess you can say that the dog days of summer of 2024 are truly over. I stopped by the Pooch Plunge to take a few pics. I hope you enjoy!

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• NASA Astronaut Scott Kelly to Speak at UNCW

• NC Win Crucial for Harris in 2024 Presidential Bid

NASA Astronaut Scott Kelly to Speak at UNCW's Fall 2024 Dare to Learn Lecture

[UNCW] Former NASA astronaut Scott Kelly will be the keynote speaker at UNCW’s Fall 2024 Chancellor’s Dare to Learn Lecture on Oct. 22. Known for his record-breaking year in space and military achievements, Kelly will share insights on leadership and exploration. The lecture reflects UNCW's motto, "Discere Aude," meaning "dare to learn." The event is free but requires tickets through the Kenan Ticket Office.

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Governor Cooper: NC Win Crucial for Harris in 2024 Presidential Bid

[HuffPost] North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper emphasized the importance of his state in the upcoming election, saying that if Vice President Kamala Harris wins North Carolina, she has a direct path to the White House. With 16 electoral votes at stake, Harris’ frequent visits to the state underscore its significance. Current polling shows a tight race between Harris and former President Trump, with North Carolina a key battleground state.

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News Roundup

Local News:

• Wilmington house fire was intentionally set

• Local Motorcycle Group honors 9/11 Heroes with Memorial Ride

• Pooch Plunge: Wilmington’s dogs dive into summer’s final splash

• Fast and the Furriest: Dogs compete in Battleship Splash Event

What you should know:

• Trump and Harris to engage in first debate together tomorrow night @9PM

• Princess Kate Middleton is expected to share a major update in her cancer battle

What might surprise you:

Michael Saylor says Bitcoin is going to $13 million on CNBC

National & World News:

• Bruce Springsteen wife reveals cancer diagnosis

• Harris outlines her policy stances

To-Do!

✅ Catch Chris Barnes’ first message as New Hanover County Interim Superintendent

✅ Check out Star New’s article featuring Downtown Riverfest through the years

Weather Forecast

Mon 09 Mostly Sunny | 79°/65° | 7% | ENE 15 mph
Tue 10 Sunny | 81°/70° | 4% | NE 11 mph
Wed 11 Mostly Cloudy | 81°/70° | 3% | ENE 13 mph

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Tide Forecast

Mon Sep 9

• 5:26am: 0.84 ft (Low Tide)

• 12:17pm: 4.15 ft (High Tide)

• 6:21pm: 1.21 ft (Low Tide)

Tue Sep 10

• 12:23am: 3.35 ft (High Tide)

• 6:14am: 0.97 ft (Low Tide)

• 1:03pm: 4.16 ft (High Tide)

• 7:31pm: 1.29 ft (Low Tide)

Wed Sep 11

• 1:08am: 3.27 ft (High Tide)

• 7:21am: 1.00 ft (Low Tide)

• 1:53pm: 4.20 ft (High Tide)

• 8:39pm: 1.24 ft (Low Tide)

Provided by Marineweather.net