CityView’s 2025 Local Election Coverage
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Latest Election Coverage
‘Mister Rogers with a Switchblade’
Roy Cooper has built a brand as a moderate, nice-guy politician. That’s not the whole story.
Why Johnathaun Lee Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Education
Johnathaun Lee is making another bid for the Cumberland County Board of Education, this time seeking one of three at-large seats after an unsuccessful run for the District 2 seat in 2024.
Democrats Are Trouncing Republicans In Early Voting
Compared to 2022, turnout is down for Republicans but substantially up for Democrats and unaffiliated voters.
‘We Need Change’: Cumberland Early Voting Starts With Lines of Excited Voters
The first day of in-person early voting experienced a big increase over four years ago. Seven sites in the county host early voting through October 31.
Cumberland Commissioner Candidates Talk Data Centers, Taxes, Clean Water
Four candidates took part in a Greater Fayetteville Chamber forum, discussing forever chemicals, school funding, collaboration and more.
School Board Candidates Debate Closures, Spending, and Student Opportunities
Fourteen candidates participated in a Greater Fayetteville Chamber forum, discussing school facilities, teacher retention, choice programs, and district finances.
Dave Boliek Says He’s Focused on Auditing, But All Eyes Are on the Election
The state auditor declined to comment on his political ambitions while vowing voters won’t see significant changes at the polls this year.
How and When You Can Vote in North Carolina
October 9 is the voter registration deadline. But there are more options if you miss it, including same-day registration during early voting.
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Candidate questionnaires
Fayetteville City Council, District 1: Theodore Melkoumov
Theodore Melkoumov is running for District 1 on Fayetteville City Council.
Fayetteville Mayor: Tisha Waddell
Tisha Waddell is running for Fayetteville mayor.
Fayetteville City Council, District 3: Antonio Jones
Antonio Jones is running for Fayetteville City Council, District 3.
Hope Mills Mayor: Jessie Bellflowers
Jessie Bellflowers is running for reelection as Hope Mills mayor.
Fayetteville Mayor: Freddie de la Cruz
Freddie de la Cruz is running for Fayetteville mayor.
Fayetteville City Council, District 9: Deno Hondros
Deno Hondros is running for reelection to Fayetteville City Council, District 9.
Fayetteville Mayor: Courtney Banks-McLaughlin
Courtney Banks-McLaughlin is running for Fayetteville mayor.
Fayetteville Mayor: Mitch Colvin
Mitch Colvin is running for reelection as Fayetteville mayor.
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