NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) – Democrat Tim Merrick’s lead over Republican Dane Scalise in the race for North Carolina House District 20 is down to 81 votes.
The race is one of the closest contests in New Hanover County. New Hanover County Democratic Party Chair Jill Hopman said she expects the margin to change but believes Merrick will hold on.
“Having been on the other side of this many times, in many recounts, in trying to find votes, it’s harder than it looks,” Hopman said. “Do I think that Tim Merrick will hold on, yes, I think that the lead will probably shrink.”
Board reviews ballots
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