The measure, which was approved on a voice vote with little debate and referred to the Senate Finance Committee, could be upstaged by another toll road bill that would create a separate N.C. Turnpike Authority. The turnpike authority would have broad powers to build toll roads on new or existing roads statewide. Sen. Wib Gulley, D-Durham, who sponsored the turnpike authority legislation, said it would be discussed next week. Top 50 Companies Find out which Triad companies have the strongest stocks and the brightest outlook. Story ideas Contact the newsroom with story ideas.
Web cams Check out local roads and other places with our live Web cams.