Stevens, Kleinschmidt and Lavelle are all running for re-election. (And since Kleinschmidt’s facing two opponents, this is his last “conversation with the mayors” until after Election Day.) Also, Lavelle gives a shout-out to Ron Stutts.
Stevens confirms he’s running for reelection but Kleinschmidt’s being coy; Lavelle looks ahead to July 4 festivities (including the Frederick Douglass reading) and looks back on the town’s recent policing forum. Kleinschmidt reacts to the NCGA’s strange actions on redistricting in Greensboro.
The Supreme Court rules on same-sex marriage and Obamacare; Kleinschmidt and Lavelle weigh in. Stevens discusses Hillsborough’s new hospital and the future of retail downtown.
A new hospital is coming to Hillsborough, and the town celebrates Juneteenth; Kleinschmidt is at the US Conference of Mayors in San Francisco; and Lavelle discusses “King and King” and the Charleston shooting.
The NCGA overrides Gov. McCrory’s veto on magistrate recusal; Kleinschmidt and Lavelle share their thoughts. Also, Stevens talks historic tax credits, and Lavelle discusses a big new development coming to S. Greensboro Street.
Kleinschmidt and Lavelle talk “magistrate recusal.” Also, Stevens reflects on the legacy of Jonathan Howes, Lavelle discusses the evolution of law schools, and the NCGA does something Kleinschmidt actually likes.
Stevens talks about downtown improvements, and (following an anti-Obey Creek petition) Kleinschmidt discusses how officials in a democracy ought to respond to public comment.
Three controversies! Stevens (today’s Hometown Hero) discusses the Colonial Inn; Kleinschmidt talks about the Town Council vacancy; and Lavelle shares her legal insight on the “King and King” fight (plus community policing).
Stevens talks about the ongoing effort to manage growth in Hillsborough; Kleinschmidt discusses Carolina Square and the town’s new Internet initiative in public housing units.