Press Releases

RE: Willie J. McNeil 0276156

COUNTY AND COURT  Lee County; Superior Court

CRIME AND SENTENCE:  94 CRS 002355 Murder Second Degree; Life 

CONVICTION DATE: December 5, 1994

Dear News Editor:

RE:    Lawrence C. Coleman 0082452

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is beginning work to wind down operations at Craggy Correctional Center in Asheville, in preparation for closing in late summer 2026.

Officials with the NC Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) have promoted Lorie Goins to the position of Judicial District Manager (JDM) in Judicial District 23, effective May 11.

WHAT: Bi-monthly meeting of the North Carolina Joint Reentry Council to coordinate efforts in improving rehabilitation and reentry of offenders returning to their communities after incarceration.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 12, 10 a.m. – Noon

57th NCDAC facility or operation recommended or awarded accreditation.

RE: Timothy D. Townsend 0410946

RE:  James S. Branch 0042615