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Legislation to ax NC early voting days in primary and general elections in various ways is under discussion, but the outcome is uncertain.

Onslow legislators who dislike outcome of Jacksonville elections push to change how city elects council, could reduce Black representation.

Free movies are listed at 8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of July and August; Inside Out moved to Sept. 12 after weather.

Twenty-three competitors in 16 events also brought CVCC a Gold Chapter of Distinction and the postsecondary Outstanding Chapter Award.

Issues that arose in primaries around voting sites are coming up for general elections. Local board members report pressure from NC auditor.

The 2025 Northwest Region Principal of the Year starts July 1 after leading Davenport A+; she cited Viewmont’s dual-language program and a relationship-first approach.

Town Council will take public comment at 6 p.m. in Town Hall chambers; copies are available from the clerk’s office.

Superintendent Matt Stover said Heather Kelly, Rai Robinson, Lauren Timblin, and Matthew Barham take their new posts July 1 after the June 8 board vote.

Owner Marcelo Castillo’s patio murals at 100 North Main Ave. cite Andes and Peruvian symbols, including a llama and the phrase “Antes Soñaba.”

Bladen County, NC, was considering a proposal that could have eliminated commission seats created to give Black voters a greater voice.