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Scotland County friends keep their word and share a $100,000 win
RALEIGH, N.C. — Walter Bonds and Curtis Hudson, two longtime friends from Laurinburg, honored a pact they made years ago and split a $100,000 scratch-off prize. “We decided if either of us won a big prize we would split it,” Bonds said. “And we are both men of our words.” Hudson bought the lucky $2,000,000 […]
Laurel Hill Community Center is now accepting entries for Golf Cart Parade set for June 27
LAURINBURG — The Laurel Hill Community Center is gearing up for its second annual Golf Cart Parade to be held in commemoration of Independence Day. Set for June 27 from 5 to 7 p.m., the event allows community members to sign up their Fourth of July-themed golf carts, side-by-sides, four-wheelers and lawnmowers to participate in the parade which travels the half-mile walking track surrounding our property.
REMEMBERING THE FALLEN: Richmond County veterans honor those lost in military service
ROCKINGHAM — “Being in the military is a dangerous job, even if no one’s shooting,” Tom Ehlers told the crowd gathered for the annual Memorial Day service at Richmond County Veterans Park. Ehlers, commander of the N.C. Department of the American Legion, was the guest speaker...
Hamlet Lions Club Spring Carnival offers plenty of fun and games
Richmond County residents can have fun for a good cause starting Friday with the kickoff of the 2024 Hamlet Lions Club Spring Carnival. Located in the Hamlet Fairgrounds, across from Hamlet Lake, the Hamlet Lions Club Spring Carnival runs Friday through Sunday with all of the proceeds going to the Hamlet Lions Club.
Meals, Wheels and Deals lights up Rockingham Dragway
A collaboration between the Rockingham Dragway and the Richmond County Tourism Authority resulted in a fun night at the track for many visitors Thursday. As part of the Meals, Wheels and Deals open house event last Thursday at the Rockingham Dragway, visitors had an opportunity to race their personal vehicles on the track.
Scotland commissioners tackle $4.3M shortfall
LAURINBURG — As it stood at this week’s recessed meeting of the Scotland County Board of Commissioners, the draft 2024-25 budget is at a $4.3 million shortfall. “Right now, where we are, we need $4.3 million to balance the budget,” said County Manager April Snead. According to...
PHOTOS: Sifting for stones at Ellerbe’s Rankin Museum
ELLERBE — Dozens of children sifted for stones Saturday at one of Richmond County’s hidden gems. The Rankin Museum of American Heritage hosted its semi-annual panning event at the flume, an interactive exhibit that opened in 2017. Each participant was given a bag of minerals and Rankin board...
Buffalo Soldiers remembered in Dobbins Heights Memorial Day service
DOBBINS HEIGHTS — Attendees of Friday’s Memorial Day service received a lesson in military history that’s “sometimes forgotten”: the Buffalo Soldiers. Giving the presentation was Trooper Leanna Rogers, president of the Greater North Carolina Chapter of the 9th and 10th (Horse) Cavalry National Association of Buffalo Soldiers.
Gibson celebrates 125 years
GIBSON — The Town of Gibson threw itself a 125th birthday bash Saturday with vendors and the band Beach Fever providing entertainment. Overcast skies and breezy conditions threatened rain which, fortunately, never materialized. Vickie Leech, town resident and volunteer who organized the birthday bash said, “February 28, 1899 this...
Memorial Day events slated in Richmond County
There will be two services this weekend in Richmond County to remember those lost in war. Dobbins Heights will host its annual Memorial Day Service at 10 a.m. Friday, May 24 at the Community Center. The guest speaker this year is Leanna Rogers, president of the Greater North Carolina Chapter...
Leaders discuss state of Scotland County
LAURINBURG — The community is in good shape. That was the overarching message at the annual State of the Community Breakfast held Friday where leaders throughout Scotland gathered with the community to learn and discuss what growth is happening in Scotland County. During the breakfast held at the Laurinburg...
First Responder Friday: Darryl Ford
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — It’s time for another edition of First Responder Friday as News13 honors Grand Strand and Pee Dee first responders. This week’s nominee is Capt. Darryl Ford with the Scotland County Sheriff’s Office. Prior to working for the sheriff’s office, Ford served his country in the military. He completed his military service in […]
SCS designated Purple Star Award
LAURINBURG — Again, Scotland County Schools has been designated the Purple Start Award for its support to military-connected students. The school district was among 26 other districts throughout the state to earn the recognition. Representatives from the SCS traveled to Raleigh where they were presented with a plaque. “This...
Art sale, book signing in downtown Rockingham
ROCKINGHAM — A local artist and author will have their works on display Saturday at IncSpace. Rob McCullough is a self-taught visual artist based in Hamlet, with abstract works in acrylic, watercolor, ink, “capturing intuitive impressions of the world around him,” according to his bio. McCullough has...
Duke Energy buys 21 acres in industrial park from Rockingham
ROCKINGHAM — Another industrial park in Richmond County is close to filling up. The Rockingham City Council on Tuesday approved the sale of 21 acres of land in the Rockingham West Industrial Park to Duke Energy. City Manager Monty Crump said the power company plans to construct an operations...
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