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Scotland County Lions Club elect new officers
The Scotland County Lions Club elected its officers for the new year during their April 22 meeting. Shown is the Lions’ Treasurer John Stewart, left, President Kim Driggers, Secretary Melissa Swarbrick and Vice President John Swarbrick. The Scotland Lions meet at Old Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church on the first and third Mondays of each month.
Join Councilman Emanuel at District 10 Community Meeting on April 29
You are invited Monday, April 29, 2024 to the District 10 Community Meeting at 6:00 pm at Rennert Fire Department at 9896 Rennert Rd in Shannon, NC. The event is hosted by Councilman Bobby Emanuel (District 10). The meeting will offer information about tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served.Visit here for more details.
Dowdle adds his 2nd mural to downtown Laurinburg
LAURINBURG — Those entering downtown Laurinburg are now greeted by a new mural created by Max Dowdle. Since the Market Furniture/ McDouglad Building Building collapsed during Hurricane Florence in 2018 the northern gateway into downtown Laurinburg has just seen a brick wall and a small green space. Now those coming into downtown from the north side will be greeted with a new mural that features the slogan “Laurinburg Deeply Rooted” with many tributes to the city.
A FUNd Run was had in Laurinburg
LAURINBURG — Saturday marked the 19th year of the Scotland Memorial Foundation’s FUNd Run though its format was slightly revamped as it added some new elements. In addition to the race, there was also FUNd Fest, a Cancer Survivors celebration, and a Battle of the Badges between local law enforcement and rescue personnel.
Student artists make their debut
LAURINBURG — Scores of Scotland County students in grades K-12 made their artistic debut with the Arts Council of Scotland County’s (ACSC) opening of a community-wide student art exhibition on Monday. According to ACSC Director Olivia Fitzgerald, all schools in the county- public, private, and homeschool- will be...
Huge hailstorm causes extensive damage, could challenge records in the Carolinas
Storms caused extreme hail damage not often seen in the Carolinas including ripped-off siding, stripped trees and shredded fences. The largest preliminary hail spotter reports were 4.5 inches in diameter. Severe thunderstorms crept across the Carolinas Saturday evening, dropping accumulating small hail and large hailstones that damaged homes and cars.
🚧 Update: Road Closure on Kenric Drive for Re-alignment and Paving
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in North Carolina. As part of the ongoing infrastructure improvements, Kenric Drive in Lumberton, NC is currently closed to traffic to facilitate re-alignment and paving works that will elevate the roadway. The project is aimed at enhancing road safety and transportation efficiency in the area. Commuters who frequently use this route are advised to seek alternative paths and plan for additional travel time. Residents and businesses in the vicinity can expect increased construction activity and possible noise. The exact timeframe for the completion of this project has not been provided, but updates will be shared by the local transportation agencies as the project progresses. Meanwhile, drivers and pedestrians are urged to exercise caution and observe all traffic signs and instructions from construction personnel to ensure their safety and that of the workers on site.
Memorials held across Grand Strand to remember Myrtle Beach woman amid death investigation
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Hundreds of people on Sunday paid tribute to a Myrtle Beach woman whose body was found last week at Lumber River State Park in Robeson County. Mica Miller, 30, originally of Wichita, Kan., died April 27, according to her obituary. Her husband John-Paul is pastor of Solid Rock Church in […]
🚧 Update: Lane Closure on US 301 Near Exit 31 in Robeson County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in North Carolina. Local transportation authorities have announced that the right lane is currently closed near Exit 31 (US 301) due to necessary maintenance activities or unforeseen circumstances. Motorists traveling through Robeson County should exercise caution and expect potential delays when approaching this area. The exact cause and duration of the closure have not been specified, but updates will be provided as new information becomes available. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes if possible to minimize disruptions to their travel plans. Please stay tuned for the latest updates regarding this incident.
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