McIntyre, Pantano agree to three debates

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Two years ago Rep. Mike McIntyre refused to debate his Republican challenger Will Breazeale. This time around, the Lumberton Democrat will face off three times with Ilario Pantano, his Republican foe for the 7th district seat in in the US House.

The Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce will host the first forum on Friday, August 20 at Cape Fear Community College. A week later the candidates travel to James Sprunt Community College in Kenansville. The final debate is slated for Friday, September 10 at the Hope Mills Shrine Club.