NCFRW – Thankful for the blessings of Liberty! | | |
From Erica Vedeikis, NCFRW President
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As we begin this new chapter together, I want to first express my heartfelt gratitude to Past President Kay Wildt. Over the last four years, Kay has guided our Federation with unwavering dedication, steady leadership, and a deep love for our mission. Her example sets a high bar, and I can only hope to serve with the same strength, grace, and effectiveness that she brought to every challenge and opportunity.
I also want to take a moment to reaffirm my commitment to you—the women who make the North Carolina Federation of Republican Women the powerhouse it is. This is your Federation. Your passion, your hard work, and your belief in the conservative principles that strengthen our communities are what drive our success.
I am truly honored that you have entrusted me to lead this remarkable organization. Please know that I will devote myself fully to upholding the faith you have placed in me. Together, we will continue to equip our clubs, grow our membership, support our Republican candidates, and expand our influence across North Carolina.
The future of the NCFRW is bright, and I am excited to walk this journey with each of you.
With gratitude and determination,
Erica Vedeikis
Incoming President, NCFRW
| | Reflection by Margaux Holland, Chaplain | | |
“From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised!” Ps 113:3
The Bible talks about how the sun will always rise. You can count on it. The sky begins to lighten with warm colors and then the golden rays pop up into rays of sunshine. We all love it.
On some days, when the sun rises, we cannot see it because of thick, dark clouds that rumble between us and the sun.
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New State Executive Committee Installed
at Fall Board Meeting
Your new State Executive Committee was installed by incoming NFRW President Martha Jenkins at the Fall Board Meeting in Greensboro on Saturday, November 15. Your leaders are:
President - Erica Vedeikis
Vice President - Coastal Region - Stephanie Broughton
Vice President - Capital Region - Felice Pete
Vice President - Central Region - Cara Dohner
Vice President - Foothills Region - Stephanie Franks
Vice President - Mountain Region - Toni Walls
Treasurer - Pam Keller
Assistant Treasurer - Heather Swift
Secretary - Sarah Wetherby
Assistant Secretary - Cooper Falls
Immediate Past President - Kay Wildt
Please help us in thanking outgoing Board members Gay Dillard, Jackie Weyhenmeyer, Ann James, and Michele Nix for their dedication to the NCFRW.
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New Regional Map for NCFRW Presented at Fall Board Meeting
At the request of the Executive Committee in May, Michele Nix (Crystal Coast RW) and Stephanie Franks (Gaston County RWC) were tasked with reviewing the current map and regions of the NCFRW and to present an update to the map that would best serve all of our clubs. At the Fall Board Meeting, they presented the map below, increasing our Regions from 5 to 7. In January, at our Winter Board Meeting, we will vote on a change to our NCFRW Bylaws to allow for the addition of 2 Regions, creating 2 new Regional VPs. The Regions will follow the NFRW naming convention of using numbers.
Acceptance of this map is contingent upon approval of the Bylaws change. Until that time, clubs will remain in their current regions under their current Regional VP.
| Click on the image to enlarge | Winter Board Meeting KickOff - Congressional Forum | | |
Congressional District One Candidate Forum Friday, January 30
To kick off the Winter Board Meeting Weekend January 30-February 1, the NCFRW will host a Candidate Forum for the candidates for the newly drawn Congressional District 1 on Friday, January 30. This event will be open to the public and will begin at 6:30pm at the Beaufort Hotel.
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Get Your First Points for the 2026-2027 Achievement Awards
For an easy 2 points on the 2026-2027 Achievement Awards, be sure to get the names of all your club officers for 2026 in by December 31. Send an email with your new and/or returning officers to thencfrw@gmail.com by December 31.
| | Your Club and Your Bylaws | |
Your Club Bylaws are Everyone's Bylaws
Every member plays a vital role in keeping our clubs strong, and that begins with understanding your club’s bylaws. These rules aren’t just for officers—they guide how we conduct business, make decisions, and protect fairness within our organization.
I encourage every member to take a few minutes between now and your January club meeting to refresh yourself with your bylaws. An informed membership strengthens our clubs, supports our leaders, and ensures we are all working together with clarity and purpose.
| Fayetteville Republican Women's Club | | |
Thank You to Our First GOLD REGENT CLUB!
First the club became a BRONZE REGENT CLUB, and then at our Fall 2025 meeting, Fayetteville RWC decided to support the NCFRW at the GOLD level.
After hearing from great speakers like Catherine Herridge and Gordon Chang, it is easy to understand that support from both individual members AND clubs is so important. Your support enables us to bring you great speakers and keeps meeting costs as low as possible.
Thank you, President Gail Morfesis and President-Elect Laura Mussler.
| | U.S. Border Patrol Christmas Wishes | | |
Craven Co RWC
Caring for the U.S. Border Patrol Officers
Per Candace Sullivan, CCRWC President, Craven Co RWC volunteers gathered to write Christmas cards to send to Border Patrol Officers serving on the southern border. The ladies really stepped up in our Border Care Project, and 739 cards were sent to Texas.
Incoming NFRW President Martha Jenkins had suggested the project that was explained in our October and November newsletters.
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NCFRW does not endorse in a Primary when more than one Republican is running for the same office.
For more complete information about the NC State Board of Elections website is HERE.
- December 1, 2025 Candidate Filing Period (2026 Primary)
- December 16, 2025 Withdrawal of Candidacy Deadline (2026 Primary)
- December 19, 2025 Close of Candidate Filing Period (2026 Primary)
- March 3, 2026 Primary Election
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- Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2026: NCFRW Winter Meeting, Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort
- March 12 – 14, 2026: NFRW Board Meeting & Legislative Day, Alexandria, VA
- May 1-3, 2026: Spring Board Meeting, Doubletree, Raleigh
- Tuesday, May 19, 2026: NCFRW Legislative Day, Raleigh
- CHANGED: June 11 - 14, 2026: NCGOP Convention, Koury Conv. Center
- Aug. 15-16, 2026: Summer Board Meeting (new this year) Village Inn Events Ctr, Clemmons
- Sept. 17, 2026: Constitution Day
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Nov. 14-15, 2026: Fall Board Mtg (Tribute to Women) Koury Conv. Center
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Hear ye, hear ye...to help celebrate America's 250th year and our great Regent program, join or renew now for year 2026! Bronze, Silver or Gold.
We currently have more than 85 members including a few Club memberships.
We will have new gifts for 2026, new events and special recognition!
Remember, you can make payments or pay all at one time. We would love to have 100 Regent members in 2026. Let's get started on that now! Remember, our 250th celebration for our Country and another great year for our Regents!
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JOIN THE NCFRW REGENTS PROGRAM
Heartfelt thanks to our members and friends who support NCFRW through our Regents program. You enable us to achieve our goals.
We are excited to announce that your club may be a REGENT CLUB.
Thank you to our Founding Regent Clubs:
GOLD REGENT CLUB
FAYETTEVILLE REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
SILVER REGENT CLUBS
BRUNSWICK COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
CRYSTAL COAST REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
ONSLOW COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN
BRONZE REGENT CLUBS
CATAWBA COUNTY LEAGUE OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN
EAST CAROLINA REPUBLICAN WOMEN
NCFRW Regents for 2025:
GOLD - Sarah Absher, Dena Barnes, Elaine Bologna, Kyshia Brassington, Stephanie Broughton, Debbie Dennis, Gay Dillard, Mary Frances Forrester, Dr. Rita Renee Gibson, Cornelia Groce, Barbara Harrison, Didi Hedrick, Kristine Hunt, Martha Jenkins, Senator Dana Jones, Diane LeBlanc, Sandra Patterson, Felice Pete, Pat C. Smith, Celeste Stanley, Carol Ulrich, Angela Vacek, Ceil Wasserman, Jackie Weyhenmeyer, Kay Wildt
SILVER - Christine Adams, Jeanna Benoy, Nancy Brinkley, Christine Card, Jo Clark, Janice Craig, Ellen Donovan, Stephanie Franks, Kelly Gallimore, Angela Hawkins, Linda Hill, Margeaux Holland, Bonnie Joyner, Pam Keller, Linda McAlister, Susan Mills, Dr. Gail Morfesis, Michele Nix, Patsy Penuel, Terri Penzenstadler, Linda Petrou, Evelyn Poole-Kober, Brenda Rembert, Leisa Rowe, Cat Stash, Brenda Teague, Charli Thyne, Erica Vedeikis, Sarah Wetherby
BRONZE - Pauline Bruno, Lari Bubile, Laura Cox, Erika Dills, Cindy Edwards, Kathy Flanigan, Melissa Freeman, Kathy Gleeson, Pam Higgins, Mary Anne Huggins, Ann James, Lisa James, Carolyn Justice, Martha Miller, Anita Moody, Misty Nagy, Elizabeth Nutley, Janet Nutley, Becky Porter, Debbie Ressler, Peggy Smetana, Donna Stewart, Candace Sullivan, Marge Swierz, Toni Wall, Nancy Woody
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