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Two charged in separate murders
LUMBERTON — Two people have been charged with murder following separate acts of violence that occurred during domestic disputes, according to a sheriff’s lieutenant. According to Lt. Damien McLean of...
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Rebuild better, not status quo
After a natural disaster, most people strive to restore their normal lives. But, in some cases, the return to normal might not be the best option. A particular challenge for those leading the recovery...
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Lowery picks up endorsement
LUMBERTON — The Republican candidate in the race to represent state House District 47 has been endorsed by the leader of the Frederick Douglass Foundation of North Carolina. Jarrod Lowery will face...
View ArticleRCC opens paramedics-to-nurse door
LUMBERTON — Robeson Community College board of trustees members were told Monday a program that has yet to start already has been approved by the state Board of Nursing. The college’s Paramedic to RN...
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City honors LYBA leaders for World Series effort
LUMBERTON — “Lumberton Strong” was celebrated Monday as the City Council honored leaders of the Lumberton Youth Baseball Association for their efforts to host the Dixie Youth World Series. Earning...
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Lady Mustangs hitting their stride
ROWLAND — South Robeson senior Nytia Lewis screamed with exaltation after her match-clinching spike in the final set of a 3-0 road win over Three Rivers Conference rival Fairmont on Monday. Lady...
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Red Devils, Bulldogs remain atop Robeson County football power rankings
LUMBERTON — Other than copying and pasting the top two teams in the Robeson County power rankings over and over each week, the shuffling going on in the other four spots has been entertaining to...
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South Robeson’s game at East Columbus moved to Wednesday
ROWLAND — Due to the incoming forecast of inclement weather with Hurricane Matthew, one Robeson County football game has been moved to Wednesday. South Robeson’s road Three Rivers Conference game at...
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Man arrested for 2017 armed robbery
RED SPRINGS — A local man wanted on outstanding warrants has been placed in the county jail under a $75,000 bond for allegedly robbing a man at gunpoint more than a year ago, court records show....
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Police group endorses Scott
LUMBERTON — The North Carolina Police Benevolent Association has endorsed Matt Scott in the race for District Attorney of Judicial District 16-B, which includes all of Robeson County. Scott, a...
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NFL star lends helping hand
LUMBERTON — The hands that Julius Peppers used to total more than 700 tackles so far in a stellar NFL career were used on Tuesday for a kinder, gentler purpose — to lift up some of those still...
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Thursday looks like a rough ride for Robeson
LUMBERTON — Less than one month after suffering the ravages of Hurricane Florence, Robeson County leaders and residents are turning their eyes toward another approaching storm, preparing for the worst...
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Local Roundup: Lady Pirates tops Scotland on senior night
LUMBERTON — For the second straight day, the Lumberton volleyball team earned a three-set victory over Scotland. Much like on Monday, the Lady Pirates won in Sandhills Athletic Conference match at home...
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Mustangs move game to Wednesday, Lumberton to Monday
ROWLAND — Due to the expected inclement weather from Hurricane Matthew, two Robeson County football games scheduled for Friday have been moved. South Robeson’s season-defining Three Rivers Conference...
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Will history repeat itself Nov. 6?
RALEIGH — North Carolina’s 2018 election cycle may be considered a “blue moon” — but Democrats aren’t just standing around without a dream in their hearts. They dream of a sweeping victory this year,...
View ArticleOn Election Day, NC voters should pick, not nix, six
To the Editor, North Carolina voters will vote on six constitutional amendments in November. The Dems want us to “Nix Six,” but I say we need to“Pick Six.” — Constitutional amendment protecting the...
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Rowland board meets new ISD superintendent
ROWLAND — The new superintendent of the Innovative School District has not met the students of Southside-Ashpole Elementary School yet, but LeTeesa Allen met the Rowland Board of Commissioners on...
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SBA head ready to loan recovery dollars
LUMBERTON — With a modest army of blue-shirted Small Business Administration employees and public relations people in her wake, Linda McMahon, administrator of the federal agency, visited Lumberton on...
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Red Devils, Wolfpack tangle in major TRC clash
RED SPRINGS — The rainfall at Red Springs picked up progressively as the football team’s practice went on Wednesday, and as the rain came down while the team assembled before breaking down practice,...
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St. Pauls looking for that signature win
ST. PAULS —The St. Pauls football team got back in the win column last week defeating Three Rivers Conference opponent West Columbus 56-6. This week will be a stiffer test as it travels to East Bladen...
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