Tag: Clifford Barnett
‘America is tired of being tired’: Activists rally in the rain for justice for...
About 100 people gathered in Downtown Wilmington's 1898 Memorial Park on Saturday afternoon to call for justice for George Floyd.
‘We need more physicians and providers who look like us’: Local leaders discuss racial...
City leaders aimed to answer the question of why when it comes to the racial disparity of COVID-19 in our communities, and what people can do to change it at a virtual town hall Thursday night.
Councilmembers holding virtual town hall on COVID-19 impacts on minorities
On Thursday night, two Wilmington City councilmembers are holding a virtual town hall to discuss how minority groups are disproportionately affected by COVID-19.
‘It’s too soon to take the lid off’: City leaders share opinions on extending...
Two weeks ago, New Hanover County announced additional restrictions adding on to Governor Cooper's Stay-At-Home order.
Wilmington City Council postpones projects amid coronavirus outbreak
Wilmington's City Council met on Friday morning to discuss the budget for the year.
Part of N. 3rd Street dedicated to honor Maj. Gen. Joseph McNeil
Over the weekend, several community and city leaders honored Wilmington native and civil rights leader Major General Joseph McNeil for participating in a peaceful protest 59 years ago.
Wilmington property owners could see larger tax increase
Wilmington residents could see a property tax rate increase three times larger than expected as part of the 2018-19 fiscal year budget.
Saffo makes history with another election win; Barnett to join council incumbents
History was made in Wilmington last night, as Bill Saffo won another race for mayor.
Candidates for Wilmington City Council, mayor talk growth and housing at forum
Nine candidates from diverse backgrounds are seeking the three open seats on the Wilmington City Council.