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Orange County Sheriff Primary Heats Up as Blackwood Seeks Fourth Term, LaBarre Joins Race

Posted by Emma Cooke | Dec 5, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

After an unopposed election for Orange County Sheriff in 2022, the 2026 Democratic primary will see a race for the position.

Rep. Allen Buansi Seeks Third Term in N.C. House to Represent Chapel Hill, Carrboro

Posted by Emma Cooke | Dec 2, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, State Government

North Carolina District 56 Rep. Allen Buansi is seeking a third full term in the state house, announcing he will run for re-election in 2026.

The Filing Period For 2026 Elections in Underway. Who’s Running in Chatham County?

Posted by Henry Taylor | Dec 2, 2025 | Election, Local Government

The filing period for races in North Carolina began on Monday. Here’s who has declared intentions to run in Chatham County so far.

Orange County Commissioners Bedford and McKee File for Re-election; Beeman Launches At-Large Bid

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Dec 2, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage

The 2026 race for the Orange County Board of Commissioners gained three members in recent days: two incumbents and one second-time challenger.

The Filing Period For 2026 Elections in Underway. Who’s Running in Orange County?

Posted by Staff | Dec 1, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage

As 2025 begins to wind down, many are already looking ahead to the 2026 midterm elections across...

Federal Judges Uphold Several North Carolina US House Districts Drawn by Republicans

Posted by Associated Press | Nov 23, 2025 | Election, State, State Government

Written by GARY D. ROBERTSON RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Federal judges on Thursday upheld several U.S....

EXCLUSIVE: Karen Stegman Announces Campaign for Orange County Commissioner Seat

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 12, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

Chapel Hill native and former town council member Karen Stegman plans to run for the Board of Orange County Commissioners in 2026.

Orange County Commissioner Sally Greene Will Not Run for Re-election in 2026

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 10, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

Sally Greene posted on her Facebook page Monday afternoon she plans to depart the Board of Orange County Commissioners next winter, opening up an at-large seat in the 2026 election.

Nowell and Palmer Earn New Terms, Joiner Joins Carrboro Town Council

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 5, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

Tuesday’s election results made official the uncontested Carrboro Town Council race, with the three candidates earning four-year terms.

Candace Hunziker, Tiana Thurber Elected to Pittsboro Board of Commissioners

Posted by Michael Koh | Nov 5, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

Candace Hunziker and Tiana Thurber earned election to the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners amid a crowded field during Tuesday night’s local races.

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