President Trump to visit Wilmington for WWII Heritage City ceremony
President Donald J. Trump plans a Wilmington visit to declare the city the first World War II Heritage City and mark the 75th anniversary of VJ Day. He will meet veterans tour the Battleship North Carolina and speak on Wilmington's WWII role, likely at Battleship Park or on the ship.
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North Carolina Remains a Key Battleground in 2020
North Carolina’s status as a purple battleground is evident as the Republican and Democratic parties flood the state with visits, staffing, ads, and ground campaigns ahead of the 2020 election. The GOP convention, held in Charlotte, and Biden campaign activity illustrate its pivotal role. Political scientists note the state's size and bipartisanship make it a potential difference maker in the White House and Congress.
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County reports surge in LOCO COVID-19 cases and death
Craven County Health Department reports 85 new COVID-19 cases since Friday morning, bringing total to 1,056 with 27 deaths and 836 recoveries. An outbreak at Craven Correctional Facility accounts for 49 new cases. One new death was reported Aug. 31, 2020, a Craven resident with underlying conditions.
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