The Honorable J. H. Corpening II, received national recognition when he was presented with the David W. Soukup Judge of the Year Award.

Chief Justice Mark Martin has announced the following appointments as chief district court judges.

Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed the Honorable Charlie Brown, Chief District Court Judge in Rowan County.

A little bird told us about a unique idea being flown in Forsyth County where judges are employing the use of a “comfort bird."

Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge James Hill as chief district court judge for Judicial District 14.

Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge Bill Southern as chief district court judge for Judicial District 17B.

Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments.

Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge Scott Ussery as chief district court judge for Judicial District 13.

Governor Pat McCrory has announced the following district court judge appointments in Judicial Districts 18, 19A and 27B.

Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge P. Gwynett Hilburn as chief district court judge for Judicial District 3A.