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PCP - THUR APR 25: Candlelight prayer service for Isabella Strahan

PCP - THUR APR 25: Candlelight prayer service for Isabella Strahan

IN THIS ISSUE: NHCS grapple with $20 Million Budget Deficit

Jason @ Port City Pulse
April 25, 2024

THURSDAYS TOGETHER WITH YOU

Good Morning Wilmington!

I have to travel to Washington DC for work. The first thing I noticed is our charming airport is growing up–with expanded gates and new vendors!

I was on a walk and stopped by for a quick pic.

Here’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

U.S. Fertility Rate Falls to Record Low

What might surprise you

Pelosi calls for Netanyahu’s resignation

National & World News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

Candlelight prayer service for Isabella Strahan
NHCS grapple with $20 Million Budget Deficit
Dunkin’ Donuts and Jimmy John’s at ILM Airport

Here’s today’s issue–

News

Prayers for Isabella: Wilmington Gathers to Support Michael Strahan's Daughter

[WECT] Isabella Strahan, daughter of NFL legend Michael Strahan, faces medulloblastoma, a form of brain cancer. A candlelight prayer service is scheduled for Friday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m is planned for her healing and is open to the public. The prayer service will be held at the Sycamore Bend Venue at 1305 Middle Sound Loop. Isabella's journey touches the hearts of many in Wilmington's supportive community.

New Hanover County Schools Grapple with $20 Million Budget Deficit

[WECT] New Hanover County School Board confronts a nearly $20 million budget deficit, aiming to cut 280 positions. Staff seeks county funding to retain 76 positions, prioritizing essenial roles like classroom teachers and teacher assistants.

ILM's Culinary Takeoff: Dunkin’ Donuts and Jimmy John’s Land in Wilmington Skies

[WECT] New food options have landed at Wilmington International Airport! A ribbon-cutting ceremony introduced Dunkin’ Donuts, Jimmy John’s, and The Market. With these additions, ILM now boasts 7 eateries and shops, catering to its growing number of travelers. Director Jeff Bourk emphasized the importance of these expansions in meeting the airport's needs and enhancing traveler experience.

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Don’t Miss

Echoes of Heroes Duo

SAT APR 27: 6PM-9PM @Outer Dunes Brewing
Come out to see ECHOES OF HEROES, DUO perform live at Outer Dunes Brewing Company! Grab your friends! You won't want to miss it!

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Dog Nights in the Garden

Today: 4-7PM @Cape Fear Botanical Garden
Attn Dog Owners! Thursday Nights at Cape Fear Botanical Garden are dog-friendly! Through May 9, the Garden, on a trial basis, will allow guests to bring dogs to the Garden from 4-7pm on Thursdays.

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SAVINGS ALERT @Food Lion

Ground beef for $2.99/lb.
Whole chicken for 99¢/lb.

With MPV card. Sale ends APR 30

Weather Forecast

Today Partly Cloudy | 74°/56° | 3% | ENE 11 mph
Fri 26 Partly Cloudy | 71°/61° | 8% | ENE 14 mph
Sat 27 Partly Cloudy | 72°/62° | 7% | ENE 12 mph

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