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Congratulations to our new president, Robin Judd, who succeeds Julia Hill-Nichols, our president of the past two years. In the ceremonial passing of the baton, Julia and Robin shared the following:
Julia: As with any enduring institution, current leadership stands on the shoulders of past leaders. The League of Women Voters is an enduring institution of the Lower Cape Fear community, originally established in 1972. Over the years, we have experienced both challenges and successes, yet today we stand stronger and more resilient than ever, steadfast in our mission to Empower Voters and Defend Democracy. Looking ahead, we will undoubtedly face new challenges, and I am confident that Robin Judd, our new President and the newly appointed Board of Directors will rise to meet them. I believe they are up to the task and will in fact, exceed our expectations – increasing both membership and the League’s capabilities, dedicated to supporting a just community. The League of Women Voters – an institution worthy of our pride and that of the Lower Cape Fear community. I look forward to supporting Robin and our Board. It has truly been an honor and privilege to have served such an exceptional group of people. "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." — Margaret Mead Robin: Julia Hill-Nichols, with her leadership, has brought our chapter miles in the past two years. I know we are all grateful that she will continue to offer her insight and steadying hand as Vice President of the upcoming board. As Julia mentioned, we have met and overcome many challenges over the years. In the next two years, we will continue to encounter new obstacles to voters’ rights and our constitutional freedoms, added to the current challenges we have already seen. But I know we will meet those issues head on. There is an old African proverb that says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” From the minute I joined, I have been in awe of the way the League of Women Voters of Lower Cape Fear pulls together to get things done. And I know, as a group, we will continue to get things done. And we will continue to go far together.
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 Members! This is the last week of registration for the 2026 Annual Meeting, where we will vote on the slate of nominees for our League's leadership, 2026-27 budget, and program goals of Voter Services and Action Teams. Your voice and votes are needed! Plan to join us in person at Brunswick Beer and Cider in Leland! Register by Friday, 6/19/26. If you can't make it in person and wish to join us virtually, be sure to register via Zoom.
Direct DemocracyAt the LWVNC recently announced an update about the National Popular Vote compact passed in Virginia. https://www.nationalpopularvote.com/state/va Voter ServicesYour VOTER SERVICES team at work… Here are your opportunities to help: Brunswick County:
Observer CorpsObserver Corps Needs You! The LWVLCF Observer Corps currently has ten active observers doing a great job covering government meetings in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender counties, but we still have some meetings that would greatly benefit from an additional observer or even part-time observation. Could you fill an opening by attending one of these local meetings? For more information please contact Leslie Antos at [email protected]. Brunswick County: Leland City Council - 3rd Thursdays | Board of Education - 1st Tuesdays | County Commissioners -1st & 3rd Mondays New Hanover County: Wilmington City Council -1st & 3rd Tuesdays | Board of Education - 1st Tuesdays | County Commissioners -1st & 3rd Mondays Pender County: Board of Education - 2nd Tuesdays | County Commissioners -1st & 3rd Mondays Education Action TeamSince January, we have presented the Community Resolves to the NHC School Board, NAACP, and several retired school personnel associations. We have also presented to the NHC School Board data on the number of private schools in NHC receiving Opportunity Scholarships/Vouchers and the amount of tax money they have received since 2015. The education team continues to monitor the NHC School Board. Right now they are finalizing their budget for 2026-2027. Without a secure financial flow from the state (as of this writing NC still has not passed a budget) nor the Federal Government (Dept. of Education is closed) all eyes are looking toward our County Commissioners to make up the difference. Also, LifeWise, a National Christian organization, has requested a MOU for off-campus weekly bible study for students to voluntarily participate in. This is worrisome. Finally, NHC Schools has received approval from the County Commissioners to pursue a $320.5 Million School Bond which will not be for building new schools, but repairing or replacing old schools. The bond, if approved, may be on the ballot in November. LWVNC/State Education Team: The State Education Action Team continues to collect signatures for the Community Resolves to Fully Fund Public Education. If you are able, please continue writing or calling your NC representatives requesting they 1. Fully fund public schools, 2. Reinstate family income gap on Opportunity Scholarships/Vouchers, or 3. Change the law that allows corporations to reach a zero tax rate by 2030. LWVNC members will meet in Raleigh on Wednesday, May 20th to deliver documentation to legislators. The Team is thinking about meeting with legislators and if they are in session, sitting in the gallery in purple. We will meet at the Legislator building beginning at 10:30 am and finish around 2:30pm. If anyone is interested in going, contact Barbara H. Anderson, [email protected]. Environment Action Team April 23, 2026 Membership Hot Topics: Featuring Guest Speaker, Lindsay Addison, Coastal Biologist, Audubon NC Link to LWVLCF Youtube Channel Video News from LWV-North CarolinaThe League of Women Voters NC 2026 Council Meeting in Durham, NC - LWVLCF represented by Robin Judd, Norma Gavin, and Julia Hill-Nichols. A tremendous amount of information was shared, regarding voter registration and getting out the vote across the state. Some of this information will be shared at the membership meeting May 28th! News from LWV-USMEMPHIS, TN — The League of Women Voters of Tennessee joined the NAACP and other civil rights organizations and individuals in filing a federal lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s racially discriminatory congressional map, arguing the map unlawfully dilutes the voting strength of Black Tennesseans and undermines fair representation.
READ MORE Information from the LWV Press release.  We have extended the deadline for scholarship entries to 4/20/26. This date is after high school spring breaks and before graduating student awards ceremonies. Our hope is that students will take advantage of the longer lead time!! Please click here for this opportunity: https://lwvlcf.org/scholarship.html  Locations in our service area:
NO KINGS Wilmington NC · No Kings (11am-2pm) NO KINGS WILMINGTON · No Kings (4-5pm) NO KINGS Shalllotte, NC · No Kings (1:30-3pm) NO KINGS Surf City North Carolina · No Kings (9am-12pm) If you attend an event wearing a League shirt or badge, with the intention of representing LWV, please do not wear or carry political signage that is partisan in its messaging. Send League-related images to [email protected] Welcome in Spring with Your League Colleagues! Membership Meeting & Luncheon on Thursday, March 26, 2026, 11:00 – 1:00 Update on Young League, News about Annual Meeting, & Lots More! Wrightsville Beach Brewery 6201 Oleander Drive, Wilmington Registration and Payment Required. Use the link below to register. Doors Open at 11:00 for a Great Buffet Luncheon & Meeting- $18 Program Begins at 11:40 https://www.eventcreate.com/e/lwvlcf-march-26-2026-mem  |
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