Coats News

Incumbents appeared to be cruising to easy re-election Tuesday in primary races for N.C. Senate across the Triangle, while other races split between newcomers and at least one was tightly locked.

Robert Earl Sutton, 74, of Seven Springs, died Friday, April 6, 2012. A private service will be held in the mountains of North Carolina.

Harnett County authorities charged a Coats man with two counts of first degree murder in connection with a March 23 shooting.

Harnett County authorities say they have a suspect in custody in connection with a shooting that left two people killed.

Kim Cooper hosted the meeting, with assistance from Duba Coats. Coats introduced the February program and guest presenters who included Lee Barbee, Chief of Clayton's Fire Department and Dr.