Local Govt & Politics Stories for April 2008
Stories for Thursday, April 10
Myrick Urges Passage Of Scott Gardner Act Based On DWI Stats
Nearly 20 percent of the illegal immigrants in Gaston and Mecklenburg County jails are there because of driving while impaired charges, according to findings released by U.S. Representative Sue Myrick on Thursday.Myrick hopes the information will convince legislators to pass a bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigrants.According to ...
Stories for Tuesday, April 8
Key Election Dates
Friday, April 11 Voter registration forms must be postmarked or delivered in person by 5 p.m. for May 6, 2008 Primary. After this deadline you can still register to vote at One-Stop absentee voting locations. Last day to change party affiliation before the May 6 Primary. Thursday, April 17 One-Stop ...
Stories for Friday, April 4
Bill Clinton Stumps For His Wife Again In Charlotte Area
With his promises of providing "solutions for America", former President Bill Clinton is back in the Carolinas.He spoke in Monroe on Friday to more than 1,100 people."It’s who will make the best future for the people of the United States, and I believe Hillary will make the best future for ...
Stories for Thursday, April 3
Republican Candidates For Governor Hope Voters Show During Primary
Four of the five Republican candidates running for North Carolina governor went head-to-head in Charlotte on Thursday afternoon.They debated at WTVI's studios. Salisbury lawyer Bill Graham, Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory, former state Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr and state Senator Fred Smith squared off. Elbie Powers wasn't invited because the ...
Information On Fred Smith
Party: Republican Current Occupation: State Senator, Attorney, Golf Course Owner and Army Veteran Claim To Fame: ”Since assuming office in the State Senate, Smith has worked to implement his positive agenda of creating jobs, improving education, and protecting family values. Most recently, Senator Smith has joined with colleagues on both ...
Information On Elbie Powers
Party: Republican Current Occupation: Farmer, Crop Dust Pilot Claim To Fame: ” I feel current politicians are out of touch with the working class in NC and the United States. They continue to penalize working people for succeeding in life by way of more taxes, while they load our wagons, ...
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