Feb 16, 2012 | Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald
Hester opts against reelection
Wednesday afternoon, Hester said he had decided to spend more time with his family and be able to free to pursue other interests.
Northampton projects promote job growth
Last week the Northampton County Board of Commissioners approved several items related to the proposed Enviva project and industrial expansions to both Hampton Farms and Clements Mechanical.
On Wednesday, the Northampton County Board of Commissioners agreed to file an application with the Local Government Commission in order to push forward with the $5.84 million project.