Regional Town & State Dinners Recap

The League’s regional Town & State Dinners, including five tour stops, wrapped up in April. As the League’s premier legislative event, Town & State Dinner connects local government officials with their state legislators over a meal and casual conversation.

The League took Town & State Dinner on the road, recognizing that during the short legislative session, legislators spend more time in their districts than in Raleigh.

As a former League President and Jacksonville council member, I know firsthand the value of engaging with state officials. Now as a state senator, I prioritize attending my regional Town and State Dinner to get more connected with my local officials." Michael Lazzara, NC Senator

This year, Town & State Dinner traveled to...

Wilmington

Concord

Greensboro

Hickory

Raleigh

Thank you to all who attended this year’s regional dinners. Your participation is key to maintaining strong relationships with our state legislators! Save the date for the next Town & State Dinner in Raleigh on February 17, 2027.

It’s very important that you work with your local representatives and let them know where you are. Don’t wait until something comes up that you need them to help out with. ... I urge you to do everything you can to build that relationship with your representatives. It’s critical." Stephen Ross, NC Representative