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5 Things You Need to Know Tuesday, July 16

Your local forecast, a Board of Health meeting, office hours with your State Rep. and more in Wilmington on July 16.


1. Your 3-day Local Forecast:

  • According to the National Weather Service, there is a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Tuesday with a high near 94 expected. There will be a north wind from 3 to 8 mph.
  • Tuesday night will be partly cloudy, with a low around 67. There is a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms with a light east wind expected.
  • Wednesday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Expect a calm wind becoming west from 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. There is a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.
  • There is a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday night with a low near 70 expected. There will be a southwest wind from 5 to 7 mph.
  • Thursday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 91. There is a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain.
  • Thursday night will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain.
2. Reader Comment of the Day: "What a heart warming story, too many times we only hear negative stories about boys this age. What a tribute to a wonderful woman, from an awesome group of boys. Coach Scanlon & your parents must be very proud," reader Linda commenting on the article, 'Judy's Wildcats' Mourn the Loss of Team's Biggest Fan.

3. Today in Public Meetings: The Board of Health will meet at 5:30 p.m. in Town Hall Meeting Room 9

4. It's Happening Today: Have a question for your State Representative? Rep. Ken Gordon will be holding office hours Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Wilmington Town Hall. Stop by from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and ask Rep. Gordon a question face to face. 

5. ICYMI: Judy Tipton Lee died on Saturday after a long bout with ALS, and members of the Wilmington hockey community remember her as an inspirational figure. Read some of these memories here




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