Dozens File in NC Third District Special Election
More than 20 candidates sought the North Carolina 3rd District seat once held by Walter Jones. Filing closed with 21 contenders: 15 Republicans, 4 Democrats, plus one Libertarian and one Constitution Party candidate. The July 9 special election will determine the winner with April 30 primaries and possible second primaries if no one surpasses 30 percent. Democrats named Ike Johnson Dana E Outlaw Ernest Reeves Richard Bew. Republicans include Phil Law.
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U.S
House of Representatives
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State Board of Elections
Ike Johnson
Jacksonville
Dana E. Outlaw
New Bern
Ernest T. Reeves
Greenville
Richard Bew
Newport
Phil Law
International Women’s Day marches across globe in calls for equality
On International Women’s Day thousands of women worldwide joined strikes and protests under BalanceforBetter. In Kiev police detained three as far right groups clashed with demonstrators. in Madrid many women walked off jobs while others cared for relatives. Portugal observed a day of mourning for domestic violence victims. Germany saw topless protesters challenge a red light district barrier. In New Delhi Jakarta and both Koreas, demonstrations focused on ending violence, discrimination, and unfair employment practices.
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Mykhailovska Square
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New Delhi
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Weekend Fun: Yard Sale Theater and Women’s Day Events
Timmi Toler notes indoor yard sale at Onslow County Senior Services in Jacksonville on March 9 for seniors and groups with tables reserved for five dollars. Also, Rivertowne Players present Hairspray in New Bern March 8 to 23 at Masonic Theater with matinees March 10 and 17. In Kinston, Girls Night Out on March 8 promotes Women’s Day empowerment at 400 Glenwood Ave Suite 4. For details, call 910 989 3008 or 252 327 6664.
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Carolyn Ezzell
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New Bern
Masonic Theater
Hancock St
Kinston
S.C
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