The energy was high last night after the polls closed. Many Republicans (candidates and supporters) met at Magnolia’s in downtown Asheville to watch the election results. A few blocks away, Carl Mumpower, candidate for Congress, had a celebration at his campaign headquarters. It is clear that the energy and enthusiasm within the Republican Party is growing. With such a great slate of candidates, it will continue to grow and carry us to victory in November!

Check out the election results

And here’s the news from the Citizen-Times:

Mumpower defeats Campbell, Armor - Carl Mumpower will face the Democratic incumbent in November.

Perdue, McCrory to vie for governor - Pat McCrory moves ahead after a tough primary against several other great Republican candidates.

Jones, Dunn cruise in Buncombe commissioners race - Congratulations to Joe Dunn, John Carroll, Don Yelton, and Ron McKee, who will all be on the ballot in November.