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02 Feb

Commissioner says film’s impact can help Randolph County’s veterans

Bob SuttonEvents, GovernmentArchdale Public Library, Asheboro, Hope Haywood, Randolph County Board of Commissioners, The Veteran's Battlefield, Town of Liberty

ASHEBORO – “The Veteran’s Battlefield” is a documentary that focuses on challenges for North Carolina veterans and it’s a valuable production as it relates to Randolph County, Hope Haywood said. “We’re working to have healthier veterans right here in our communities,” said Haywood, a county commissioner. The first of the documentary’s three screenings in Randolph County drew four dozen attendees Sunday to Sunset Theatre in Asheboro. Haywood, who’s the county’s liaison for the documentary, said among the goals is to bring awareness to the plights of veterans in the county. She said it’s the responsibilities of officials on the county…

30 Jan

In surprise event, NC awards nearly $30M to renovate South Asheboro Middle School

Jordan GolsonGovernment, NewsAsheboro, Asheboro City Schools, Catherine Truitt, Education

ASHEBORO — Asheboro City Schools (ACS) board members and executives were surprised by representatives from the state Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the General Assembly today with the announcement of a $29.7 million needs-based grant award to revitalize the 62-year-old South Asheboro Middle School. The award comes after more than 100 applications from over 50 school districts were sent to the DPI for awards out of the $400 million Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund, a capital expenditure-focused program funded by the General Assembly with proceeds from the lottery. Applications closed in early January, and this was the third award…

20 Jan

New councilman reconnects Trogdon family to Asheboro city hall

Bob SuttonGovernment, NewsAsheboro City Council, City of Asheboro, Joey Trogdon

Joey Trogdon (Courtesy photo) ASHEBORO – With a family legacy of involvement in City of Asheboro government, Joey Trogdon figured if he was going to participate this might be the last chance. So he ran for a spot on the Asheboro city council and won in November. “I thought about it in the past,” Trogdon said. “Then (around 2008) with the recession it was kind of all hands on deck to keep the business. Now seemed like a good time.” His father, Joe Trogdon, spent about three decades in Asheboro politics, first on the city council and then as mayor.…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Board of Education Candidate Profile: Gwendolyn Williams

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Educational Background: BS in Mathematics and Science, MS in Curriculum and Supervision, EDS in Supervision in Education and Curriculum Occupation: Retired from a career in education. What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? Highly qualified staff because they will provide the tools our students nee What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? My experiences as a teacher, team leader and school administrator. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to public office? Closing the achievement gaps and reading on grade level. Why are you running for…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Council Candidate Profile: Joey Trogdon

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Educational Background: Asheboro High School; C. State University BA - Economics, BA-Business Management Occupation: General Contractor - NC Real Estate Broker What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? Our outdated infrastructure must be addressed for future projected growth. What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? Life long resident, local business owner, belief in common sense solutions. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to public office? Practice financial discipline and promote transparency of expenditures. Why are you running for office? The council's decisions should always be…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Council Candidate Profile: Harry Okeke

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Q. Please list your educational background A. Graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Human Services with a 3.5 GPA at UMASS Boston Q. What is your occupation? A. Social Work Q. What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? A. Housing, Mental health, Healthcare, Security, Creating jobs etc Q. What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? A. Understanding of local issues, commitment to community service & leadership Q. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to public office? A. I will tackle the issue on Housing and…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Council Candidate Profile: Eddie Burks

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Q. Please list your educational background A. BS RTV Communications WCU - MEd Speech Communication UNCG Q. What is your occupation? A. Owner of The Burks Agency, LLC Q. What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? A. Creating an environment necessary to attracting new industries and jobs. Q. What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? A. Being a leader in my field has given me experience and grown relationships. Q. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to public office? A. Let’s stay the course. We’re…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Council Candidate Profile: Jane Hughes Redding

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Q. Please list your educational background A. Asheboro High School; Queens University of Charlotte Bachelor of Arts degree; University of North Carolina School of Law Juris Doctorate degree Q. What is your occupation? A. Attorney in private practice Q. What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? A. Strategic planning: I enjoy imagining all the possibilities that exist. Q. What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? A. Lifelong resident of Asheboro; Interact with all types of people daily Q. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Board of Education Candidate Profile: Ryan Patton

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Q. Please list your educational background A. BS Appalachian State University Q. What is your occupation? A. Senior Account Representative Q. What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? A. That ALL students have the resources/rights to a quality public education. Q. What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? A. A lifelong resident of Asheboro who graduated from AHS and taught in ACS Q. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to public office? A. I will continue to support the students, educators and families in our…

02 Nov

Asheboro City Board of Education Candidate Profile: Gidget Kidd

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Q. Please list your educational background A. Elementary Education, University of North Carolina at Wilmington Q. What is your occupation? A. Branch Office Administrator, Edward Jones Investments Q. What area of public policy are you most passionate about and why? A. Public Education. I am passionate about the education of students. Q. What makes you uniquely qualified for the office you seek? A. I am a trained educator and dedicated the past 30+ yrs to public education Q. What is the primary change that you will seek if you are elected to public office? A. Ensuring all of our students…