Woody White

New Hanover County Commission votes to oust Brian Berger

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:31:25 +0000

Embattled New Hanover County Commissioner Brian Berger is likely on his way out.

Chairman Woody White called for Berger’s resignation last month after a series of actions over the last several weeks by Berger that alarmed the Board – including the public accosting of Governor Pat McCrory during a ceremony at Cape Fear Community College.

The Board voted last night to censure Berger and to file an amotion. Just before the vote, Commissioner Thomas Wolfe castigated Berger for refusing to step down.

" I think the best you could do is resign. You’ve brought shame and dishonor upon this council. And I'm mad about it and I don't want to put up with it anymore."

Brian Berger interrupted, saying, "We're going to have to disagree on that, and..."

Thomas Wolfe fired back.

"Well, of course we are. You can't see where you've done anything wrong. You think you're a white knight on a shining horse. Well, I got news for you Mr. Berger. You're not. You're a disgrace. Do the community the right thing. Stand up like a man and resign."

New Hanover County Commission Chair calls for Brian Berger's resignation

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:21:28 +0000

At a news conference Friday afternoon, New Hanover County Commission Chair Woody White called for Brian Berger’s resignation. The call came after a series of recent incidents that have heightened concerns about the safety of county staffers and what some are calling Berger’s deteriorating mental condition.

NHCo. Commissioners vote to expand landfill, develop long-term waste management plan

Sara Wood — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 21:56:50 +0000

On Tuesday, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners moved forward with plans to tackle the county’s ongoing trash issues.

Friday Feedback for January 18, 2013

Cleve Callison — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:00:00 +0000

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Listener Joanna Puritz wrote on Wednesday night:

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Business Brief: NHC Commission Chair Woody White Part II: economic growth strategy

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:00:00 +0000

After proving to be an especially hot topic during election season, economic development now tops the agendas for national, state, and local leaders.

Spirited public debates on the issue recently centered on whether a baseball stadium would revitalize downtown Wilmington or if Titan Cement should operate a facility in Castle Hayne.

In a recent interview, Woody White, newly-appointed as Chairman of New Hanover County’s Commission, offered his strategy for growing the local economy.

School resource officers to protect every NHC elementary school through this school year

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 04:04:40 +0000

The December massacre at a Newtown, Connecticut elementary school shook the nation – and caused school boards across the country to re-think elementary school security.

Woody White, Part I: The Berger Problem

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 12:23:11 +0000

When New Hanover County Board Chairman Woody White took office December 3rd, he had a slew of issues he planned to address as a new community leader.

Berger's DWI arrest renews hopes for his resignation

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:02:33 +0000

Embattled New Hanover County Commissioner Brian Berger is facing yet another legal issue after his arrest early this morning on a DWI charge.

Jason Thompson delivers heartfelt farewell to NHC Commission, family

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:59:56 +0000

Commissioner Brian Berger rushed in late – about 7 minutes after the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners meeting had started.

White and Dawson take the reins on the NHC Commission

Rachel Lewis Hilburn — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:51:04 +0000

Three New Hanover County Commissioners took the oath of office last night in downtown Wilmington.