Gibbs visits Raleigh for North Carolina governor fundraiser
Robert Gibbs, former Obama press secretary and spokesman, attended a Raleigh private-home fundraiser for North Carolina Gov. Beverly Perdue's 2012 re election bid. Donations ranged from 250 to 4000 dollars under state law, with Gibbs noted for his NC State ties and prior campaign roles. An invitation named supporters including ex Gov Jim Hunt and Perdue aides.
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North Carolina redistricting maps delayed amid public response
Republican leaders push back the release of complete General Assembly district maps to July 11 with only congressional maps due next week. The schedule shift aims to give the public more time to digest the proposals, following public criticism of more than 30 majority black districts released last week. A July 28 session completion is now anticipated.
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Asheville man accused of striking elderly driver
Asheville police charged 21 year old Kelcey Shifflett of Candler with simple assault after witnesses said he bragged about punching 78 year old Gaston Brackett in a road rage incident. A witness also saw Shifflett jump into Brackett’s back seat at an intersection.
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Pender County wildfire prompts voluntary evacuations
Residents near the Pender Onslow line evacuate voluntarily as a wildfire spreads across 20,000 acres. The blaze began last weekend in Holly Shelter Game Land, likely from a lightning strike. About 40 homes were warned to evacuate north of Holly Ridge along US 17. Shelters opened at Southwest Middle and Topsail Elementary. Roads closed due to smoke and poor visibility. Air quality worsened. those with lung issues advised to stay indoors.
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Fireworks canceled in Carolina Beach due to burning ban
The North Carolina coast faces a drought and wildfire risk prompting a burning ban in 27 counties south of U S 64 and east of I 95. Carolina Beach cancels its weekly show but plans a next week event and an Independence Day extravaganza. At Cape Hatteras National Seashore rangers remind visitors no beach fires while the ban lasts. grills may be used for cooking with caution.
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Gas tax rise adds burden at North Carolina pumps
North Carolina will see a 2.5 cent per gallon increase in the state gasoline excise tax to 35 cents starting July 1 while the sales tax drops by a penny. Legislators debated capping the gas tax to fund road projects but failed to agree, leaving rates to automatic adjustments tied to wholesale prices. The higher tax keeps NC’s combined gas tax among the nation's top levels, sparking varied opinions on infrastructure funding versus relief for drivers.
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