The New Hanover Branch of the NAACP hosts 2026 Primary Election Candidate meet and greets

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The New Hanover County Chapter of the NAACP will host two public candidate meet and greets throughout the rest of January.

These events are to inform voters and prepare the community for the upcoming primary elections.

The first event featured candidates running for the New Hanover County Board of Education, and that event occurred earlier tonight.

Community members had the opportunity to hear directly from school board candidates, learn about their priorities, and ask questions related to public education.

The NAACP hopes this event left people feeling more informed.

The second event will focus on candidates seeking election to the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, and will take place on Thursday, January 29.

This meeting will allow voters to engage with candidates on issues impacting county governance, public services, and community development.

This story may be updated with more details at a later date.