From Travis Allen: A debt of gratitude 2 MIN READ ↗
What an honor it has been to serve as the 59th Sheriff of Rowan County. Thank you to all the citizens for allowing me this privilege. To be able to […]
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ANSON COUNTY — A ribbon cutting for Fremont House was held on Wednesday, October 21. In attendance was the Chamber of Commerce, local leaders…
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Dillman sharesoptimism, concernsover staffing needs ↗
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OBITUARY: Dorothy Lee Hornbuckle Young ↗
Dorothy Lee Hornbuckle Young, 81, of Scotia Village in Laurinburg, passed away on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026 at Scotia Village. She was born July 31, 1945 in Richmond County, the daughter of the late …
OBITUARY: Elizabeth Ann McLaurin Cauthen ↗
Elizabeth Ann McLaurin Cauthen, affectionately known as Penny, 64, of Rockingham, passed away Friday, Nov. 6, 2026 at PruittHealth-Rockingham. She was born Nov. 4, 1962 in Charlotte, daughter of …
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ROCKINGHAM — A portion of U.S. 1 is still currently closed following an early afternoon wreck. According to the Rockingham Police Department, Fayetteville Road (U.S. 1) is closed on the north …
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LUMBERTON — Applications are now open for the 2026 Empty Stocking Fund, which helps provide Christmas gifts for children in families who otherwise ...