Continuing with the story from June 6th.
The only way the flag will come down is if the Sons of Confederate veterans camp decides to take it down.
Black county residents have vowed that the flag will come down and some are even calling for an economic boycott.
Commissioner Rose Ferlita asked the county's legal staff to closely examine the permits, but Assistant County Attorney Adam Gormley said it complies with all codes.
Ferlita acknowledges the SCV's right to honor ancestors, but it needs to be done in such a way as to respect black feelings.
SOME MORE BACKGROUND
The Confederate flag has been removed from the county seal.
Last year, the county commission refused to endorse Confederate memorial Day, which has been a long-standing tradition.
There are lots of interesting comments as you might imagine. Nothing stirs up controversy like that flag.
Take Away Our Memorial Day, Then We'll Fly the Flag. --Old B-Runner
The Battle of Fort Fisher, N.C.
