(Another) Presidential prediction UPDATE: revisionist history
Well, I blew that one, huh?
Archives: 2008
Wright’s replacement wins 18th District nomination
Sandra Spaulding Hughes will face Republican Thom Goolsby, a Wilmington attorney, in the general election in November.
Perdue, McCrory to vie for Governor
After winning their party’s governor’s primaries on Tuesday, they’re on the same timetable to convince North Carolina they’re the right choice to succeed outgoing Gov. Mike Easley.
Budget deficit may increase property taxes
The City of Wilmington is faced with some difficult decisions about how to correct its budget situation. The city is $6 million over budget due to a mistake New Hanover County made calculating the tax rate.
Obama wins North Carolina; Clinton eeks out Indiana
Barack Obama says he knows the marathon struggle for the Democratic nomination has caused “bruised feelings on both sides” but predicts the party will unite by November. And his campaign is dropping broad hints that it’s time for the 270 remaining unaligned party figures known as superdelegates to get off the fence and settle the nomination.
Taxi fares going up
Wilmington City Council voted to add a one-dollar fee to taxi fares. The surcharge will provide temporary relief for drivers who are responsible for filling up their cars.
N.C. sees huge voter turn-out
The polls have closed across North Carolina. Lines and waits greeted some voters this morning. Record turn-out was expected as North Carolina votes in a presidential primary that matters for the first time in at least a generation.
Wilmington considers upping property tax
The city of Wilmington is facing a budget challenge. The solution city officials have come up with is to hike up the cost of living here.
Voters cast ballots early
As soon as the doors opened this morning people flowed in. Most were prepared for long lines and were pleasantly surprised at how quick things went.
Polls find economy a top concern
Exit polls indicate the economy has been on voters’ minds in Democratic primaries in Indiana and North Carolina.
Community helps students with field trip
Last week we told you about a group of fifth graders in Southport: a thief took the money the class had saved and admission tickets for a trip to Williamsburg and Busch Gardens. School administrators say our coverage of the theft led to an outpouring of support from the community and beyond.
Wilmington eases water restrictions
Following the success of mandatory conservation measures and the steady improvement of drought conditions statewide, the city is easing water restrictions.
State says few voting problems reported across NC
North Carolina’s election chief says there have been few problems reported around the state as voters cast ballots in presidential and state primaries that are expected to break turnout records.
N.C., Indiana last chance for a big delegate haul
North Carolina and Indiana are looking like the last chance for the Democratic candidates to take in a big chunk of pledged delegates.
Obama says he feels good about primaries
Barack Obama says he feels good about primaries today in North Carolina and Indiana, but thinks it’s going to be close.
Down to the wire for Democrats in Indiana, NC
It will soon be up to the voters in Indiana and North Carolina to decide between Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama.
McCain to give speech on judicial appointments
As his Democratic rivals duke it out in two primaries today, John McCain will be giving a speech at North Carolina’s Wake Forest University
Heavy turnout expected in primaries
Voters in Indiana and North Carolina are crowding polling places as they settle the largest remaining contests in the Democratic presidential nomination struggle between Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Hearing postponed for suspect in UNC killing
A judge in Chapel Hill has delayed a hearing on whether a suspect should face a death sentence in the killing of University of North Carolina student body president Eve Carson.
Pender County residents recycling oysters
Many of us love a good oyster, but the more we eat – the more we take away from the oyster reefs.
Inmates need money for new worship building
Inmates at the Pender Correctional Institution are praying for more room to worship.
Clinton, McCain, Obama visit NC
It is the eve of the primary election here in North Carolina. For the first time in long time, our state’s delegates could make a big impact on the presidential race.
Green, Libertarian parties’ lawsuit goes to trial
A trial is under way that could determine whether it’s too difficult for third parties to get their candidates on North Carolina’s ballot.