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Sen. John McCain's visit to Wilmington was his first public appearance in North Carolina since the primaries, but all indications are that both presidential campaigns are stepping up their presence in North Carolina. Here's a look at the recent North Carolina appearances by members of the two tickets and their spouses:

McCAIN CAMPAIGN

June 29, Montreat - John McCain met privately with the Rev. Billy Graham and his son Franklin at their retreat, Little Piney Cove.

Aug. 18, Raleigh - Cindy McCain attended a private fundraiser for her husband.

Oct. 7, Greenville - Vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin headlined a rally.

Oct. 11, Concord - Cindy McCain was the grand marshal of the Bank of America 600 in Concord.

Upcoming:

* Palin is scheduled to attend a fundraiser in Greensboro on Thursday. A public event may be added.

* Campaign supporters say that John McCain may speak at a rally in Charlotte on Saturday.

OBAMA CAMPAIGN

June 9, Raleigh - Barack Obama kicked off a two-week tour centered on the economy at a rally at the N.C. State Fairgrounds.

Aug. 19, Raleigh - Obama headlined a rally at the N.C. State Fairgrounds.

Sept. 18, Charlotte - Michelle Obama held an economic roundtable.

Sept. 21, Charlotte - Barack Obama spoke to a rally.

Sept. 27, Greensboro - Barack Obama spoke to a rally.

Oct. 5, Asheville - In town to prepare for the second presidential debate in neighboring Tennessee, Barack Obama spoke at a rally at Asheville High School..

Oct. 7, Jacksonville - Michelle Obama spoke at a rally in Jacksonville.

Upcoming:

Nothing has been announced