It felt like a Granville County homecoming Friday night. Bridget and I attended the The Mother of the Year Banquet. The room was filled with so many cherished friends and community leaders. We were both moved by the remarkable women honored. Their lives are dedicated to service to family, community and God. It reminded me why I loved growing up in Granville County and why … [Read more...]
Mock Trial Returns to Vance County
I had a great time participating in another mock trial for students from Henderson and Vance County on Friday. My fellow attorneys and judicial officials enjoy using our courtroom experience (and a little bit of theatrics) to show the students what a trial is like in District Court and about the criminal justice system.. The students and teachers had some great questions for … [Read more...]
Warrenton Oyster Roast
Bridget and I got a chance to visit with some great folks in Warrenton last night. We shared a little bit of politics and a whole lot of good food - especially the North Carolina oysters! Each County in District 9 is unique but as our friends in Warren County shared their concerns with me about the District Attorney's office the common thread of fairness and keeping families … [Read more...]
Thank You Lucy Allen!
Many thanks to the Honorable Lucy T. Allen for so graciously opening her home up to Bridget and me and for hosting such a successful fundraising event. It is such a pleasure to spend time with old friends and meet new friends in Franklin County - and of course Lucy knows them all! I am so thankful to everyone who came out to support me. It is really energizing to see the … [Read more...]
Concerned Citizens of Granville County
I had a great time Monday evening with Reverend Lacy Joyner and the Concerned Citizens of Granville County. I always enjoy joining with community members for fellowship and to listen to their concerns. Cindy Bostic and I both got a chance to introduce ourselves to the audience at First Baptist Church of Oxford. We also fielded questions related to the District 9 District … [Read more...]