A newly proposed NC House of Representative Special Masters Draft Plan has all of Bladen County in a district with a large area of Sampson County. Currently, two precincts in the Bladenboro area are in a district with portions of Columbus and Robeson. The new Senate proposal leaves Bladen as is, in a district with Brunswick and Pender.
Not sure of the status of the US House alignment, currently Bladen is split, with the dividing line mostly along US 701. Hope if there is redistricting, it will leave Bladen whole.
Received a notice that our Happy Valley area will lose our long time mail carrier, some changes going on with the postal service. Brought back memories of Mr. Johnny Mercer, long-time carrier for Route 2 Bladenboro in the 40s & 50s. He was a gentleman, if ever there was one. Always helpful, and always drove a new Ford, must have traded every year. I thought I wanted to be a mail carrier. I thought the new auto was part of the compensation.
How ’bout those Carolina Panthers? And, how ’bout the EB Eagles football team?
Duke and NC State basketball teams were winners last night.
Yesterday was special, but no more special than anyone else birthday. I attempted to respond to all types/forms of communication. If I failed, forgive me. I am challenged by technology. I appreciate all acts of kindness, and look forward to #80. I remain the son of a share-cropper from Route 2 Bladenboro, and very blessed with a good family and some wonderful friends.
My best friend is one who brings out the best in me. Henry Ford
There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship. Thomas Aquinas
A true friend is one who overlooks your failures and tolerates your success! Doug Larson
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