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What's up Wilmington! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Marine faces new attempted murder charge in Wilmington assault case
  • How a New Hanover High teen turned trauma into legal help online
  • How New Hanover turned a blocked punt into their first-season win

Also on today's calendar: Wilmington Farmers Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 72.
  • Tuesday: A couple of showers, with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Marine faces three new charges in assault case (portcitydaily.com) — A Camp Lejeune Marine now faces three additional felony charges in the June assault of Savannah Johnson at a Wilmington home, including attempted first-degree murder. Johnson has been flown from Wilmington to a Midwestern rehab center for intensive spinal treatment, while the accused remains jailed on a $1 million bond ahead of a September court date.
   

2. Teen inspired by arrest of loved one to create legal education website (wect.com) — A New Hanover High School student in Wilmington has launched "Future Counsel," a website that explains court cases and basic legal rights in plain language after witnessing a loved one's arrest this summer. He hopes the free resource will make the legal system feel less intimidating for local families who might someday face similar situations.
   

3. New Hanover earns first win of season with 26-6 victory over Purnell Sweat (wwaytv3.com) — New Hanover High's football team picked up its first win of the season Friday night in Wilmington, beating Purnell Sweat 26-6 at Legion Stadium. Strong early plays, including a blocked punt for a safety and multiple rushing scores, helped the Wildcats even their record at 1-1 and build momentum for the weeks ahead.
   

4. Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Said To Be Discussing Engagement: 'He Thinks She Is The One' (entertainmentnow.com) — Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster have reportedly grown serious while spending a low-key summer in Wilmington away from New York's spotlight. Sources say Foster's local friends and the city's quieter pace have helped the couple relax, blend their families, and even talk about a possible engagement after a hectic year of work and personal changes.
   

5. The Qualified Captain: Fuel dock crash highlights importance of staying alert (wwaytv3.com) — A Wilmington-based boating safety segment breaks down a fuel dock crash to stress how quickly inattention can lead to danger, especially around fuel. The instructor urges local boaters to keep a constant lookout, stay alert near docks, and consider safety courses to sharpen their skills before heading back on the water.
   

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  • Like many of you, I have also thought of Dolly Parton alot today.
    I never paid her much attention until her philanthropic actions became more evident years ago. Then I started following her career, song writing… (Nextdoor Dolphin Bay)
  • Looking for our missing kitty Zelda, 4yo fixed female.
    Went missing 08/27 near pine valley elementary. Please let us know if you see her! 9106229120 (Nextdoor Pine Valley Estates)
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Ok Wilmington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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