Apology to Woodall

A few weeks ago in this space I wrote a column on the dispute between the Town of Princeton and Johnston County over water customers. In that column I made some references and suggestions that a county commissioner may have used his position to influence decisions for his personal business interests. I regret those remarks.
I have talked with County Commissioner Ray Woodall and others about the situation since I wrote the column. I believe Commissioner Woodall made every effort to excuse himself from discussions and votes as a county commissioner as is proper, and as a candidate when his property was being considered for utility services, did not try to improperly influence that decision.
I apologize to Commissioner Woodall.