• Port City Pulse
  • Posts
  • PCP - TUE MAR 26: Student brought a loaded gun to Laney

PCP - TUE MAR 26: Student brought a loaded gun to Laney

IN THIS ISSUE: Two new restaurants coming to Burgaw

Author

Jason @ Port City Pulse
March 26, 2024

TUESDAY TOGETHER WITH

Good Morning Wilmington–

By now you may have heard last night a container ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore before the bridge collapsed into the Patapsco RIver.

This tragic event resulted in the loss of life when at least dozens of cars along with a tractor trailer hit the cold water along with 20 or so construction workers working on the bridge. The ship’s crew members are all accounted for with no injuries.

This bridge is significant not only for the amount of commerce that travels both over and under the bridge but as the name suggests, the bridge has a story as well. This bridge is named after Francis Scott Key who witnessed from that approximate area the attack on Fort McHenry during the war of 1812. Francis Scott Key wrote the poem “Defense of Fort M’Henry” after a night of bombardment by the British a large American flag was still standing–symbolizing an American victory over the British in the Battle of Baltimore. That poem was later designated as “Star-Spangled Banner,” the United States national anthem.

Apparently the ship lights flickered and veered off course minutes before hitting the bridge.

What are the chances that a ship’s navigation and/or electronics fails just minutes before striking a major traffic artery and symbol of American victory and freedom? I don’t know–one thing for sure, this is a heavy loss by the unknown number of lives of the drivers and construction workers and it’s a heavy loss for the struggling city of Baltimore.

National & World News:

Local News:

In today’s Port City Pulse:

  • Student brought a loaded gun to Laney

  • Two new restaurants coming to Burgaw

  • Mural Project Invites Artists

News

Student Charged: Loaded Gun Found at Laney High School

[WECT] A student brought a loaded gun to Laney High School, leading to charges. New Hanover County Schools notified parents promptly. The 16-year-old faces charges of felony possession of a weapon on campus and possession of a weapon by a minor. The gun, described as a polymer or "ghost gun," was discovered by authorities.

Own Your Own founder announces two new restaurants coming to Burgaw

[WECT] The Own Your Own Restaurant Competition founder announces two new eateries coming to Pender County. Khristen Hunter to open a farm-to-table restaurant, while Vincent Mangual plans a marketplace deli. Both aim to elevate Burgaw's culinary scene.

Artist Wanted: Carolina Beach Mural Project Invites Creators to Capture Shoreline Beauty

[WWAY] The Carolina Beach Mural Project is calling for artist proposals for their final mural of 2024. Mural #20 will honor the beauty and wildlife of the Carolina Beach shoreline, to be located at Sea Colony condominiums. Artists have until July 1st to submit their concepts, with the winner announced on July 15th. Installation is set to start around September 20th, and the mural must be finished by October 1st. Interested artists can email your submission to [email protected]

After School spaces are limited and going fast!! Call us today at 910-799-3700 or purchase on our website.

Weather Forecast


Today Mostly Cloudy | 60°/56° | 4% | E 9 mph
Wed 27 Thunderstorms | 68°/59° | 79% | SSE 10 mph
Thu 28 Rain/Wind | 61°/44° | 100% | N 21 mph

Provided by weather.com

Tide Forecast


Tue Mar 26
8:51am: 3.67 ft High Tide
2:59pm: -0.12 ft Low Tide
9:13pm: 4.10 ft High Tide

Wed Mar 27
3:24am: -0.03 ft Low Tide
9:26am: 3.51 ft High Tide
3:29pm: -0.05 ft Low Tide
9:50pm: 4.06 ft High Tide

Thu Mar 28
3:59am: 0.08 ft Low Tide
10:03am: 3.33 ft High Tide
3:59pm: 0.07 ft Low Tide
10:29pm: 4.00 ft High Tide

Provided by Marineweather.net

Live Music

Today

Thank you for reading PortCityPulse! If you find this information useful please share it with a friend.