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PCP THUR MAY 23: UNCW Seahawk statute moving

PCP THUR MAY 23: UNCW Seahawk statute moving

IN THIS ISSUE: NC to remove abandoned boats

Jason @ Port City Pulse
May 23, 2024

THURSDAYS TOGETHER WITH YOU

Good morning Wilmington!

Spotted near Harris Teeter in Mayfaire. Are we ready for this?

Photo by Millie Ruano

Here’s today’s issue–

What you should know:

What might surprise you

Tornado debris found 175 miles away from Greenfield, Idaho

National & World News:

Stage collapses at Mexico campaign rally leaving nine dead

Local News:

Wilmington Civil Servants and First Responders recognized at awards ceremony

In today’s Port City Pulse:

UNCW Seahawk statute moving
NC to remove abandoned boats
Rising demand of NC charter schools

News

Seahawk Takes Flight: UNCW Statue Moves to New Nest

[WECT] The Soaring Seahawk statue at UNCW will be relocated from Wagoner Drive traffic circle to Hoggard Hall lawn. This move, scheduled to begin the week of May 20, aims to improve storm drainage, sidewalks, and roadway access for fire trucks and buses. The new location will also provide a safer spot for students and alumni to take photos.

NC Coastal Initiative to Remove Hazardous Abandoned Vessels

[WECT] Efforts are underway to remove 12 abandoned boats from New Hanover County, part of a larger initiative by the NC Coastal Federation, NC Wildlife Resources Commission, NC Division of Coastal Management, and local governments. Funded by state and NOAA grants, this initiative aims to clear hazardous, storm-ravaged vessels from coastal waters, with plans to remove another 40 boats by the end of 2024.

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Over 85,000 Students on Waitlists as NC Charter Schools Report Rising Demand

[EdNC] A new report from North Carolina's Department of Public Instruction (DPI) reveals that 169 out of 210 charter schools have waitlists totaling over 85,000 students, though duplicates are possible. Charter school enrollment has increased by 19% from 2019 to 2022, and recent legislation has streamlined the application process and expanded charter school growth and flexibility.

Kidstock 2024

SAT MAY 25: noon-4PM @Wrightsville Brewery - WB
Join us for our annual Kidstock festival! An event for the whole family! Featuring live music with RetroMic 12-2pm & Delia Stanley from 2-4pm. We will also have fairy hair, food, & Fresh Start Reptile Rescue will be here!

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Boardwalk Blast featuring Carl Newton Review

FRI MAY 24: 6:30-9:30 PM @Carolina Beach Boardwalk - CB
Eastern Carolina’s Hottest Dance Show Band featuring the best of R&B / Soul by the incredible voice and commanding stage presence and all around entertainer – Carl Newton! Music will be performed at the Gazebo Stage from 6:30 – 9:30 pm with the fireworks beginning promptly at 9:00 pm.

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Full Moon Beach Yoga

Today: 7-9PM @Tenessee Beach Access, Carolina Beach
Just as the tides can be affected by the moon, so can we. Slow down, ground and soak up the full moon vibes in this all-levels beach yoga class. Please bring a beach towel instead of a mat and meet on the sand at the Tennessee Avenue access. Class is weather permitting.

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Total Request Silent Disco

SAT MAY 25: 7:30 PM @Hi-Wire - ILM
Multiple DJs playing all of the hits of the 90s and 00s through headphones, and everyone grooving to their own vibe with three channels of music going at once. We have a 90s channel, a 2000s channel, and a full Total Request Live channel ready to play whatever song you want.

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Adopt a Pet

A451704

Red

2 year old neutered male lab mix

Happy boy. He gets attached quickly and is food motivated

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SAVINGS ALERT @ Food Lion

Ground Beef for $3.99/lb.
Whole Boston Butt for 99¢/lb.
Four Corn Ears for $1.00

Offers good until MAY 28.

Weather Forecast

Thu 23 Mostly Sunny | 81°/71° | 8% | SSW 14 mph
Fri 24 PM Thunderstorms | 83°/70° | 43% | SW 11 mph
Sat 25 Scattered Thunderstorms | 81°/69° | 58% | SW 9 mph

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