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2026 Candidate Introductions: Democratic Primary for U.S. House – NC-09

Posted by Staff | Feb 6, 2026 | Candidate Intros, Election, Local Election Coverage

NC-09 has long been a Republican stronghold. This spring, four Democrats are running for the chance to face longtime U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson on the November ballot.

2026 Candidate Introductions: Democratic Primary for U.S. House – NC-04

Posted by Staff | Feb 5, 2026 | Candidate Intros, Election, Local Election Coverage

Arguably the highest-profile primary on the ballot this year in our community is the race for North Carolina’s fourth congressional district.

Former Town Councilor, Pastor María Palmer Details Orange County Commissioner Campaign

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 29, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

María Palmer’s campaign for a District 1 Orange County Commissioner seat is built around championing equity and improving affordability.

Sarah Smylie Details Bid for Reelection to Orange County Schools Board of Education

Posted by Victor Lewis | Jan 26, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Pre-K - 12 Education

Incumbent board member and vice-chair Sarah Smylie is one of six candidates vying for four seats on the county school system’s Board of Education this spring, with early voting beginning on February 12 and Primary Election Day on Tuesday, March 3.

Saru Salvi Points to Her Career of Public Service Amid Run for OCS Board of Education

Posted by Victor Lewis | Jan 25, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Pre-K - 12 Education

Saru Salvi is one of six candidates vying for four seats on the county school system’s Board of Education this spring, with early voting beginning on February 12 and Primary Election Day on Tuesday, March 3.