McCrory Preps for Second Governor Bid in NC
Former Charlotte mayor Pat McCrory, now a seasoned statewide figure, signals a likely 2012 governor bid. He notes hitting age 55, frames the race as an Obama economy referendum, and has built a strong GOP profile with fundraising, speeches, and alliances with watchdog and tea party-aligned groups.
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NC motorists urged to watch for deer crossing
North Carolina drivers are urged to be vigilant in deer zones as the DOT provides county maps online to show areas with high animal related crashes. The agency notes deer are the top danger, accounting for 90 percent of about 20 000 animal related wrecks annually, with seventeen fatalities since 2008 and over 3 400 injuries.
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Autumn fire season nears as Carolinas warn of debris fires
North Carolina officials warn residents to be extra careful as autumn fire season begins after a dry spring and summer. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler notes fall wildfires usually start mid October and last into December with debris burning as the leading cause. Dismal Swamp is fully contained though underground hotspots remain. Hurricane Irene aided dampening many fires, but one blaze in the Great area persists.
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Spring Lake Lifts Boil Water Advisory
Spring Lake officials lift the boil notice after health officials found sickness causing bacteria in the supply lines. Town Manager Tommy Burns announced the advisory is over and seven system wide water samples came back negative indicating the water is now safe to drink without boiling.
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UNC students leave due to money woes across system
Government budget cuts and weak family finances push hundreds of North Carolina public university students to drop out or delay studies. At UNC Pembroke over 500 students left or did not return this fall though academically eligible, while state funding fell 15.6 percent and tuition rose about 400 dollars systemwide. Some campuses saw declines mainly among out of state enrollees. UNCG reports 125 departures and a 200 student enrollment dip amid higher admissions standards and financial strain.
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Wake County school board race dominates NC election coverage
In Raleigh and across North Carolina major cities vote on Tuesday for mayors while Wake County schools, at the center of a national civil rights debate, contest five seats. Since 2009 the board fights over a socioeconomic diversity plan, busing, and segregation legacies have energized voters and drawn major contributions.
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North Carolina
Wake County
David McLennan
William Peace University
Ron Margiotta
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