We start this week with the suspension of New Hanover County School Superintendent Dr. Tim Markley. The move came after the Board of Education considered a complaint filed by UNCW Professor Clyde Edgerton, who alleged that Markley had attempted to intimidate him and silence his criticisms of the school district by contacting his bosses.
We get into the longstanding feud between Markley and Edgerton, and what this might mean for ongoing issues at the school.
Next, we take a look at potential concerns over an ‘informal practice’ by New Hanover Regional Medical Center where prospective job candidates were referred to local brokers — including New Hanover County Chairman Jonathan Barfield. We discuss why this practice might be an issue, considering that Barfield will be casting important votes that determine the future of the hospital.
Also this week, the City of Wilmington responds to a new state law, requiring major North Carolina cities to detail how they’re addressing the affordable housing crisis.
Plus, the latest from Wrightsville Beach’s attempts to shut down the Red Dogs beach bar, including the town’s willingness to go up against the state’s Attorney General. Plus, a sneak peek at an upcoming deep dive we’re working on, covering the town’s nearly 20-year battle against the establishment.
If you missed any of these stories you can catch up below, then take a deeper dive with our weekly podcast.
Updated: NHCS Superintendent Markley suspended without pay over intimidation complaint
How badly does Wrightsville Beach want Red Dogs closed? Enough to take on the Attorney General
