GREENSBORO,  (AP) - The longest-serving Republican member of Congress in North Carolina history says he's running for another term. U.S. Rep. Howard Coble of Greensboro said Friday he's up for the job and looking forward to using his experience to help his constituents. He's seeking a 15th term - this time in the newly-drawn 6th District.

The 80-year-old Coble was hospitalized in December with what doctors described as a respiratory infection. He says he's feeling better, and says his doctors think there's no reason why he
couldn't continue in office.

Coble is one of the oldest members of Congress. But he says he should be judged by his record, not his age.