Daily Archives: January 26, 2012

Gov. Perdue won’t seek re-election

Please see the following statement from Governor Bev Perdue: Like the rest of the nation, North Carolina has been facing difficult economic times — demanding many difficult decisions.  I have had to make painful budget cuts in important areas of … Continue reading

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Judges rule on redistricting

A three-judge panel ruled last week that the May 8 primary stands as scheduled despite a law suit challenging new legislative and congressional voting districts.

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Queen’s Grant (K-8) to hold Open House

Queen’s Grant Community Charter (K-8th grade) School will hold its final Open House event for the 2012-13 school year. If interested, go to the web site’s main page, and look under the heading “get to know us” and then click … Continue reading

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Orzescu named Recruiter of the Year

Aviation Structural Mechanic First Class (AM1) Robert Orzescu who lives in Mint Hill has been named Raleigh Navy ROTC Enlisted Recruiter of the Year. Orzescu was looking for a way to do more with his life eight years ago as … Continue reading

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Ed Driggs to run for District 6 seat

Ed Driggs, a retired businessman and financial analyst, announced his intention to file for the District 6 County Commission seat as a Republican, challenging the long-time incumbent, Bill James.

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