? New PPP survey gives Beverly Perdue a 10-point lead over Richard Moore, a smaller gap than in previous polls.

? The Health & Wellness Trust Fund, chaired by Perdue, gives out another round of smoking-cessation grants.

? Bob Orr lays out position papers on incentives, immigration, mental health, and constitutional reforms.

? Moore discusses his proposed minimum-wage hike and economic stimulus plan during a campaign appearance in Dunn.