2011 Election
Early Voting Starts Thursday
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Early voting starts Thursday for mayor, city council and school board.
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A New Nest for St. Aug’s Falcons
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After two hours of testimony, city councilors unanimously approved a permit for St. Augustine’s College to build a 2,500-seat stadium on campus.
2011 Election
PACs Yet to Spend in Wake School Board Election
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Both diversity and neighborhood schools supporters acknowledge the significant impact of PACs in the 2009 elections, but this year PACs have yet to give to school board candidates according to campaign finance reports recently filed with the county.
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Three Years on the Record
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As the Raleigh Public Record celebrates its third year, its contributors, board members and others reflect on the Record’s mission, the importance of community journalism, and hopes for the future.
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Creating a New Class
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The Downtown Raleigh Alliance is working to bring more “creative class” to Raleigh. What impact does this group have and what does it mean for the City of Oaks?
2011 Election
Redmond Biggest Fundraiser, Not Biggest Spender
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It’s an historic year for spending and fundraising in this year’s mayoral contest. Billie Redmond has raised the most money in contributions, but she’s being outspent by Nancy McFarlane.
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E. Raleigh Changes Elicit Mixed Feelings
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A neighborhood in East Raleigh is seeing lower crime rates and redevelopment, leaving some community members wondering if the changes will change the nature of the historically African-American neighborhood. Photo by Karen Tam.
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Accident Numbers at Hillsborough Roundabout Higher Than Expected
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With accidents increasing at the Hillsborough Street and Pullen Road roundabout, the city investigates ways to decrease crashes.
2011 Election
Mayoral Issues: Biggest Questions Facing the City
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Mayoral candidates Randall Williams, Billie Redmond and Nancy McFarlane identify what they think are the biggest issues facing the city and how they plan to address them.
News
Peace Students, Alumnae Continue Protests despite Police Presence, New Policy
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Weeks of student and alumnae protests at Peace College will culminate in the largest presence yet on Saturday, despite police on campus, heightened security and a new Speech, Expression and Assembly Policy. Some say the new measures create a climate where “students fear being arrested, kicked out or losing scholarships.” Photo by Karen Tam.
