Archives for October 16, 2024

Election 2024: Profiles of the N.C. candidates running for executive office

Candidates for North Carolina Governor The Governor of the State of North Carolina is an elected constitutional officer, the head of the executive branch and the highest state office in North Carolina. The governor is popularly elected every four years and is limited to two consecutive terms. The 75th and current governor is Roy Cooper (D) Josh Stein (D) Josh […]

What you need to know about voting in Haywood County

Election season is upon us. Many questions are floating around about how to vote, where to vote, eligibility to vote and how to register.  Registering to vote is the first step. The deadline to register or update registration was 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11. Same-day in-person registration is available during the early-voting period starting Oct. […]

Educate yourself: Meet the Macon County District 4 candidates for School Board

Election day is less than a month away and three seats for the Board of Education in Macon County are on the ballot. The board of education plays an important role in public education. They manage facilities and faculty in the county and approve the use of the budget granted by the general assembly and […]

Early voting starts this Thursday, Oct. 17

Voters can cast their ballots in-person starting Thursday, Oct. 17. Same day, in-person registration is also available at polling locations. Voters will need to bring a valid form of photo identification to vote in person using documents like a driver license, state identification card, U.S. passport and college or university ID cards. A comprehensive list […]