This area will let you know about our great state. We are lucky to be North Carolinians, living just a few hours from both the beach and the mountains no matter where you are in the state. Did you know that we are called the Tarheel State? That is because when things got tough our fighting men stuck to battle like they had "tar on the heels" and refused to leave the fight. As your state representative, I have that same kind of determination in fighting for your rights in Raleigh.