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RCSO: Drug buys lead to meth seizure at home outside Rockingham
ROCKINGHAM — Controlled buys recently led to the search and seizure of nearly 10 grams of methamphetamine at a local home. According to a press release issued Aug. 13 by the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, several controlled purchases of narcotics had been made from inside a residence on Calvert Street, off of Mill Road, southeast of Rockingham, during an investigation.
NFL Players from E.E. Smith H.S. (Fayetteville, NC)
Here’s an up-to-date list of all NFL Players from E.E. Smith High School in Fayetteville, NC. The list includes only those players who have played in an NFL game. See where it ranks among other schools in the state here. NFL Players from E.E. Smith HS. Player Pos Teams...
Mooresville-based animal rescue group is a local powerhouse
MOORESVILLE – A passionate rescue organization, Piedmont Animal Rescue (PAR) has saved more than 7,200 animals since its inception in 2017. Their motto is, “Where Animals Come First,” and the organizers and volunteers live that motto every day, according to Melissa Shoemaker, the organization’s foster and volunteer coordinator.
NC Granite cutting division, 30 jobs
A unit of North Carolina Granite Corp. that has produced material for some of America’s most-iconic monuments has found itself on the chopping block. “They’re closing the Cut Stone Division,” according to an inside source who spoke Tuesday on condition of anonymity, and provided confirmation of reports swirling around the community of a shakeup at the local quarrying operation at Flat Rock. “It’s not a rumor,” that person added, with...
High on the Hog at the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival
It’s Labor Day Weekend in the Village of Pinehurst, and you can smell it a mile away: Aromas of smoked meats waft through the downtown area, beckoning you toward the Village Green. Over sounds of crackling wood fires, you hear euphoric voices: “OH, that is SO GOOD!”. This...
Remembering Charlotte music legend Maurice Williams of The Zodiacs
Maurice Williams, the celebrated leader of R&B group The Zodiacs, died at the age of 86 on Aug. 6. Williams, a longtime Charlottean, is best known for his hit “Stay,” a song that left a mark on the Doo Wop and R&B genres. Though his work brought him fame, people close to him remember him most for his commitment to his faith and his kindness.
Troopers: Murder suspect arrested after leading officer in chase through multiple counties
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A murder suspect was arrested after leading police in a chase through multiple counties Wednesday afternoon, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Kevin Antonio Smith Jr., 25, was wanted by the U.S. Marshals and had multiple warrants out for his arrest. Highway patrol picked...
Former NASCAR star Kurt Busch charged with DWI in North Carolina
IREDELL COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Retired NASCAR driver Kurt Busch is facing several charges related to an alleged DWI, according to the Iredell Free News. Busch reportedly will have his driver’s license revoked for 30 days as a result. Iredell Free News reports that court records state that Busch was clocked going 18 mph over […]
High school football teams across ENC compete in pre-season jamborees
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Tuesday night began a busy week for high school football teams across Eastern North Carolina. Scrimmages and jamboree took place as opening night is a week from Friday. At J.H. Rose High School Tuesday, six teams competed in a jamboree. The home Rampants took on West Carteret despite missing 45 helmets […]
Top50 recruit Isaiah Denis schedules North Carolina official visit
North Carolina has set their eyes on a local homegrown recruit in the attempts of bolstering their backcourt in the 2025 class. On the weekend of September 28th, the Tar Heels will host Isaiah Denis, a 6-foot-5 combo guard out of Davidson (N.C.) Day for an official visit, a source told 247Sports.
New scholarship available to NC residents with Thursday deadline
North Carolina residents can qualify for the state’s new Next NC Scholarship by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by Thursday. The Next NC Scholarship combines the Federal Pell Grant and state need-based grants into one award of at least $3,000 per year to attend any community college or at least $5,000 […]
Changes coming after lead poisoning scare involving children's snack, health officials say
Changes are happening, and testing is improving after a nationwide scare involving lead in a children's snack. North Carolina health officials were first to discover high lead levels in Wanabana Apple Cinnamon fruit pouches last year. The outbreak was unique, so there was a lot for health officials to review...
Halloween comes early with opening of yearly shop in Fayetteville
Spirit Halloween, the seasonal store offering Halloween costumes, animatronics and eerie decorations, opened in Fayetteville on Aug. 2 in the former Toys 'R' Us location, kicking off the spooky season early this August. The store at 1736 Skibo Road is the only Spirit Halloween location in the Fayetteville area, according to the company's...
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