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We are hosting a Dec 18th Reception for Wiley Nickel for Congress at Fusion Nine, 1012 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC

December 18, 2021, Noon.

RSVP to Alicia Speedy at (252) 481-7222 or email to alicia@wileynickelforcongress.com

Thanks to everyone who watched the Live Stream and attended the Swearing In Ceremonies on Tuesday.  I congratulate Mayor Cawley, and Council Members Donna Fender and Vicki Scroggins Johnson for their re-election.  I also thank Senator Wiley Nickel for swearing me in , and to all the elected officials including NC Senator Jay Chaudhuri, NC House Rep. Gale Adcock, NC House Rep. Joe John, Wake County Commissioners James West, Vickie Adamson, Maria Cervania and Wake County School Member Chris Heagarty.  

On a personal note, a special thanks to my parents, Dr. Pete and Nirmala Rao, Mother-in-law, Ret. Col. Ranjan Parekh *U.S Airforce, Sister-in-law Preeti Parekh, Niece, Shaya Sharma, and of course, Sonia, Rayan and the star of the show, my wife, Dr. Komal Parekh, who makes it possible for me to serve.  I also thank all of the Volunteers of my campaign team!  

Finally, as I mentioned in my remarks, the Miracle of Morrisville is an everlasting reminder of the true potential of American Democracy when we value diversity, inclusion, and innovation!   

We are Champions because we bring out the best in each other.  

We are Resilient, not only how we bounce back but how we bounce Forward!  

We Are Champions of the World!  Let’s get to work and continue to lead this All American Town!   

At my swearing in, I was so honored to have as my guests, Dr. and Mrs. Sharma founders of the Hindu Society of North Carolina, an organization who is doing so much for the Town and Triangle Region. 

The Sharma were pioneers to found the first Hindu Temple in North Carolina, and of course, have inspired many other faiths to call Morrisville home, including the soon to be Jewish Synagogue, SV Temple of NC, BAPS Morrisville, the Islamic Society of Morrisville, and of course, we continue to be inspired by the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, First Baptist, and the Church of Latter Day Saints.  

We are home to almost every faith in the world!  How Wonderful! 

I wanted to give a shout out to my colleagues and friends, North Carolina State Senator and Democratic Minority Whip, Jay Chaudhuri, and Morrisville Council Member Satish Garimella.  

Although I was the first Indian American elected in North Carolina, I thank both of them for their exemplary service, and also proud of the work being done by Cary Council Member Ya Liu, and Charlotte Council Member, Dimple Ajmera.  

The best thing about being first is to know that there will be many more Asian American political leaders, and I am proud to be on this growing team! 

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The North Carolina Supreme Court ordered a two-month delay in the state’s 2022 primary elections on Wednesday, giving critics of the state legislature’s gerrymandered political maps additional time to pursue a legal battle to redraw them.

The unsigned ruling was a setback for the Republican-controlled General Assembly, which created the maps and had argued that a delay in the primaries would sow chaos among both candidates and voters.

The court ordered the March 8 primary elections for all offices postponed until May 17, citing “the importance of the issues to the constitutional jurisprudence of this state, and the need for urgency” in deciding the maps’ legality. New boundaries for state legislative districts and for North Carolina’s 14 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives face three lawsuits filed by Democrats and voting-rights advocates in a state court in Raleigh.

All filing for offices has been delayed until further notice and the Cary elections have been postponed until May 17th.

In a state split almost evenly between Republican and Democratic voters, the new maps give Republicans a sweeping political advantage. The new House map, for example, would all but ensure victory for G.O.P. candidates in 10 of the 14 districts, with a decent shot at winning an 11th seat.

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The Morrisville Youth Leadership Council is hosting a book and toy drive at the Cedar Fork Community Center located at 1050 Town Hall Drive in Morrisville between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., December 13-19. New or gently used books for adults and children and new toys and games for children will be accepted. In-person donations can be made to the drop-off bins over the weekend, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., December 18-19. All donations will be going to the UNC Medical Center.

For more on book and toy drive donation and hours, click here.

The Morrisville Aquatic and Fitness Center’s 2022 Virtual Marathon Month registration begins Wednesday, Dec. 15! This marathon is a great way to start the New Year. Registration is open to everyone. You may choose from a full (26.2 miles), ultra (50 miles), or mega (100 miles) marathon. Set your goal and track your workouts. To learn more, watch the how-to video, and to participate, click here to register.

Morrisville’s winter 2021 disc golf course will be located at Cedar Fork District Park, 228 Aviation Parkway, from December 3, 2021 to January 18, 2022. Residents and area park users can practice throwing discs for their mid-range game. The course is designed for all levels of play. For details, including hours, a course map, and rules, click here.

The Morrisville Smart Shuttle, the Town’s newest public transit service, allows riders to request a pick-up or drop-off from one of 15 nodes, or stops, located around the Town using the Smart Shuttle application on their smartphone.

Watch this short video on how to use the Morrisville Smart Shuttle App by clicking here!

The service runs seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Additional details on the Morrisville Smart Shuttle visit TownofMorrisville.org/SmartShuttle

Starting Dec. 4, the WWFM is shifting to winter market hours, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Visit http://wwfm.ag/ to see a complete list of local vendors and shop local!

Join us Saturday, Dec. 12th for the Western Wake Farmers Holiday Festival for music, crafts, and family fun.   9:30 am to Noon.

Visit with First Flight Venture Center 

 https://www.ffvcnc.org/

This week, I had a wonderful visit with Krista Covey, President of the First Flight Incubator.  Their tag line is High Science, High Impact!   

Over the past thirty years, they have incubated over 400 companies, that have invested over $10 billion of investment in North Carolina!  

I am interested in learning more about their expansions and also look to see if we can bring them to our Down Town Morrisville!  Stay tuned for more news in the future!  

It was great to spend some time with David Price and Deb Ross this week at a Reception at Clear Wood Farm. We will miss David Price! 

Thanks for joining us on Black Issues Forum for our discussion on the Democracy Summit, Voting Rights Legislation and Student Loans!  Friday at 7 pm and Sunday at 4 pm!

https://www.pbsnc.org/watch/black-issues-forum/. 

Join us this evening at 6:30 pm for the NCIAP Peoples Medical Care Gala at Cambria Hotels (300 Airgate Dr. Morrisville, NC 27560) Featuring Famous Bollywood playback singer Kavita Paudwal.  Limited to 40 Couples.  

https://peoplesmedicalcare.org/. 

On Sunday, at 4 pm, join us on Radio Nyra for an Immigration Update with Jeremy Robbins from New American Economy. (99.9 FM HD 4. 101.9 FM and 1490 AM)  

We are hosting a Dec 18th Reception for Wiley Nickel for Congress at Fusion Nine, 1012 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC

December 18, 2021, Noon.

RSVP to Alicia Speedy at (252) 481-7222 or email to alicia@wileynickelforcongress.com

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