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Trump to stump for ENC senate candidate in Rocky Mount

President Donald Trump.
Evan Vucci
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AP
President Donald Trump.

Michael Whatley is banking on a boost from President Donald Trump, who’ll rally with him in Rocky Mount on Friday.

Trump’s stop at the Rocky Mount Events Center kicks off at 6 p.m., according to Whatley’s campaign.

The president has already endorsed Whatley, one of four Republicans vying for the Senate seat left open by Thom Tillis, who opted against a third term.

On the Democratic side, former Governor Roy Cooper is expected to lead the field.

Candidate filing closes at noon Friday.

Annette is originally a Midwest gal, born and raised in Michigan, but with career stops in many surrounding states, the Pacific Northwest, and various parts of the southeast. An award-winning journalist and mother of four, Annette moved to eastern North Carolina in 2019 to be closer to family – in particular, her two young grandchildren. It’s possible that a -27 day with a -68 windchill in Minnesota may have also played a role in that decision. In her spare time, Annette does a lot of kiddo cuddling, reading, and producing the coolest Halloween costumes anyone has ever seen. She has also worked as a diversity and inclusion facilitator serving school districts and large corporations. It’s the people that make this beautiful area special, and she wants to share those stories that touch the hearts of others. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.