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Voters eligible for free cup of coffee on Election Day

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Thursday, November 1st, 2012, 12:53pm
Voters eligible for free cup of coffee on Election Day

SOUTHEASTERN NC (WECT) – Coffee addicts who plan to take part in voting on Election Day this year are eligible for a free cup of coffee from area Bojangles’.

According to a news release from a restaurant spokesperson, voters who display “I Voted” stickers Tuesday will receive a free cup of the company’s BoJo coffee with any purchase.

Bojangles’ describes its BoJo coffee as “a freshly-brewed medium roast, premium blend coffee made from 100 percent Arabica beans.”

Participating Bojangles’ include the ones in Wilmington, Leland, Southport, Whiteville and Hampstead, according to an official who works with the company.

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New Hanover County making it more attractive to vote

Submitted by Scott Saxton, News Director
Monday, October 22nd, 2012, 12:06pm
New Hanover County making it more attractive to vote

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) - New Hanover County government is trying to make it easier for you to get to the polls on election day.

The county ahs partnered with WAVE transit to give every citizen a free to and from the polls November 6th. Register on nhcvote.com and you can get a lift.

Make sure to get your "I voted" sticker as well, because it can get you free visits to the Cape Fear Museum and Airlie Gardens on election day.

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NHC Board of Commissioners looking for residents to apply to boards, committees

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Friday, October 12th, 2012, 1:39pm
NHC Board of Commissioners looking for residents to apply to boards, committees

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners is looking for interested county residents to apply to be appointed to several boards and committees, according to a news release from a county spokesperson.

Citizens are encouraged to apply for spots in the following:

  • NHC Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
  • NHC Board of Health (Category: professional engineer)
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Deadline to register to vote in NC is Friday

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Thursday, October 11th, 2012, 1:45pm
Deadline to register to vote in NC is Friday

SOUTHEASTERN NC (WECT) – If you’re planning on heading to the polls Nov. 6, make sure you’ve registered to vote by Friday at 5 p.m., which is the last chance you'll have to do so.

Keep in mind that you can check your voter registration status by clicking here.

Click one of the following links below to learn more about voting in the corresponding county you live in:

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More than $900K to go towards ILM Airport

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012, 8:05pm
More than $900K to go towards ILM Airport

WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Federal money in the amount if $900,408 will be going towards security enhancements at Wilmington International Airport, according to a news release from a spokesperson on behalf of U.S. Congressman Mike McIntyre.

Congress reportedly appropriated the amount via the Department of Transportation.

“Security improvements and enhancement are critical to passenger and airplane safety and these federal funds will help the Wilmington Airport in both regards,” said McIntyre in the release. “Congratulations to Director Jon Rosborough and all the fine folks at the airport for their work in securing these funds.”

The money will be used to build fencing around the runways and permiter of the airport to help keep people and animals out. Officials say it will be newer, taller and more secure.

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Check out the Decision 2012 page on WECT.com

Submitted by Sarah Crandall, Web Producer
Sunday, August 12th, 2012, 9:00am
Check out the Decision 2012 page on WECT.com

SOUTHEASTERN, NC (WECT) – Confused about the local elections? Wondering who to vote for or which politician is in the lead?

WECT.com has a Decision 2012 page with the latest news about the national presidential race, the North Carolina candidates and local contests. There are complete lists of candidates from all of the southeastern North Carolina counties and an interactive GOP primaries map. You can even check out slideshows, watch videos and check your polling places on the page.

Click here to check it out.

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136 New Hanover Co. residents have voted so far

Submitted by Jon Evans, WECT/Fox Wilmington anchor
Tuesday, July 10th, 2012, 3:44pm
136 New Hanover Co. residents have voted so far

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WECT) – A total of 268 people have voted early so far in the second primary election in the five counties of the WECT viewing area.

Board of Election officials in each county released the following voting numbers as of Tuesday:

  • New Hanover County – 136
  • Bladen County – 43
  • Brunswick County – 32
  • Columbus County – 31
  • Pender County – 26

The second primary election in North Carolina, which includes 15 races, will take place next Tuesday.

In New Hanover County, the Board of Elections office will be the only one-stop location from June 28 through July 14 for early voting. Hours will be Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturday, July 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be no in-person voter registration during this election.

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