Protecting the Catawba River for all uses – water supply, recreation, economic development, power generation and wildlife habitat – is critical. We are at the very start of a long, several year process for the Charlotte Water Interbasin Transfer and…
Because I want protections for the environment and because I want jobs for Burke County residents, I support Conditional Zoning. Because I support outdoor recreation and because I support a Burke County in which our future generations will want to…
I was happy to share what Friends of the Valdese Rec learned about visitation at the Visit NC Tourism Conference Session – Optimizing Visitor Data for Sustainable Economies. Thanks to lots of help from Zakk Heile, we know most (and…
Based on my presentation pitch on the Rhodhiss Old Glory Mill and the Burke River Trail connection, my WNC Investment Framer cohorts voted on me to receive a $2500 grant for project. Using the existing mill for housing, retail, restaurants…
I was very surprised and honored to be named the Burke County Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Business Person of the Year. We have an awesome community and I am proud to be a part of those making things happen.
Relationships in Raleigh make a Better Burke. Knowing who to visit with the Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources, NC DOT, NC Wildlife Resource Commission, and other agencies is critical to get get projects started and to the finish line.…
I was sworn in for a second three-year term as a North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Authority Member. I was appointed by Speaker Moore and it is an absolute honor to serve on this board. Duties include judging…
The Mayor of Valdese presented me with a “Key to the City” along with a Resolution of Appreciation at the McGalliard Creek Bridge Ribbon Cutting. I think that means I am extremely trustworthy – and can get things done. Not…
While my son Zakk served as a Page for Rep Blackwell and for Senator Daniel, I spent those two weeks in the halls of the Legislative Building and Legislative Office Building. As a founding member of the Great Trails State…
Eric and I continued to gather up my remaining campaign signs today. Thanks to the angels who had picked up many of them and left them at BC Republican Headquarters. If you find any on the road, please pick them…
