Voting and Wetlands

Good Morning, Leland, Winnabow, Belville and more! Welcome to Tuesday!

In today’s LLLLeland:

• Town of Leland Municipal Voting Information

• Voting Machine Testing to Begin in Brunswick County

• Volunteers Needed for Wetland Planting

THE NEWS

Town of Leland Municipal Voting Information

The 2025 municipal election is Tuesday, Nov. 4 and is managed by the Brunswick County Board of Elections in Bolivia.

Eligibility: Only residents living within municipal boundaries can vote. The deadline to register is Oct. 10.

Voting options in North Carolina:

• Absentee by Mail: Request by Oct. 21; ballots due by 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4.

• Early Voting: Oct. 16–Nov. 1 at the Cooperative Extension Training Room, 25 Referendum Dr., Bolivia. Same-day registration available.

• Election Day: Nov. 4, 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. at assigned polling places.

Voters can confirm registration, view sample ballots, and find polling places through the state database. Full details are available on the Brunswick County Board of Elections website. (Town of Leland)

Voting Machine Testing to Begin in Brunswick County

The Brunswick County Board of Elections will begin logic and accuracy testing of voting machines on Oct. 7–9 to ensure ballots, scanners, and equipment are properly configured for the upcoming election.

Testing involves running mock ballots through tabulators and verifying results. A bipartisan team oversees the process, resets machines afterward, and seals them with security tags. The public may observe in person (limited space) or watch via Zoom.

Schedule:

• Oct. 7: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

• Oct. 8: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

• Oct. 9: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

(WECT)

Volunteers Needed for Wetland Planting

The North Carolina Coastal Federation is seeking volunteers to help with a wetland planting event at Carolina Beach State Park on Oct. 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. as part of its ongoing restoration project. The effort includes removing invasive species, building oyster reefs, and planting native vegetation to improve wildlife habitat and water quality in the Lower Cape Fear River region. Volunteers will assist in planting the final 5,000 native plugs, adding to more than 100,000 already planted through community support and partnerships. The work will be physically demanding in muddy, wet, and hot conditions, but all necessary supplies, equipment, refreshments, and first aid will be provided on-site. (WECT)

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Wednesday Night Bingo at Gio Fund

The Gio Fund Event Center in Leland hosts Wednesday Night Bingo with doors opening at 5 p.m., early bird games at 6 p.m., and regular bingo at 6:30 p.m. A six-pack of ten games costs $20, with additional sheets, food, and drinks available for purchase. Prizes are based on card sales, with the top prize for game 10 up to $500. No outside food or drinks are allowed.

Comedy Writing Showcase at Leland Cultural Arts Center

Trivia Tuesday with Sherri takes place every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd, Leland. Guests can enjoy food, drinks, and a fun night of trivia covering a variety of topics, with chances to win prizes and bragging rights.

Do you have an event? Reach out to us! [email protected]

WEATHER

Tuesday

76 🌡️ 63 | 🌧️ | 35% | 🌬️ NNE 15 mph | Humidity 83%

Wednesday

77 🌡️ 57 | ⛅ | 10% | 🌬️ NNE 14 mph | Humidity 57%

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