The Richmond Observer

ROCKINGHAM — Many of the East Coast’s most successful bracket racers including Clinton’s Eric Aman, St. Pauls' Connor Caulder and Raeford’s Michael Spencer are expected to battle for the biggest shares of the purse posted this week for the 24th annual “Big John” Memorial Weekend Bracket Championships starting Saturday at Rockingham Dragway.

BURLINGTON — Ms. Doris Paul, 81, of Burlington, formerly of Hamlet, passed away Monday, May 23, 2022 at Hospice & Palliative Care of Alamance, Burlington. Ms. Paul was born Dec. 4, 1940, in Richmond County, daughter of the late Howard and Glennie Robson Paul. She was preceded in death...

RALEIGH — The N.C. General Assembly began the first full week of work on Monday with a slate of committee meetings and eighteen bills already filed. The legislature has fast-track plans to “pre-negotiate” the budget and be out by July 1. Still, important issues are on the to-do list, like health care access reports and parental involvement in education.

RALEIGH — The N.C. General Assembly began the first full week of work on Monday with a slate of committee meetings and eighteen bills already filed. The legislature has fast-track plans to “pre-negotiate” the budget and be out by July 1. Still, important issues are on the to-do list, like health care access reports and parental involvement in education.

RALEIGH — The N.C. General Assembly began the first full week of work on Monday with a slate of committee meetings and eighteen bills already filed. The legislature has fast-track plans to “pre-negotiate” the budget and be out by July 1. Still, important issues are on the to-do list, like health care access reports and parental involvement in education.

HAMLET — Richmond Community College is a local college with a big impact. How big? According to a new economic impact analysis, RichmondCC has an $88.2 million impact on Richmond and Scotland counties, which is equivalent to supporting 1,613 jobs in this region. “We know first-hand the difference that...

HAMLET — Richmond Community College is a local college with a big impact. How big? According to a new economic impact analysis, RichmondCC has an $88.2 million impact on Richmond and Scotland counties, which is equivalent to supporting 1,613 jobs in this region. Published in Local News. Tagged under.

ELLERBE — Lexie Wyke made history this weekend as the first female in Richmond County to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. Wyke, a member of Troop 4092, took the oath Sunday afternoon at Ellerbe First United Methodist Church, with several other Scouts in attendance. Eagle is the highest...

ELLERBE — Lexie Wyke made history this weekend as the first female in Richmond County to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. WEST END — On Feb. 13, 2022, The Sandhills Chapter of The Sons of the American Revolution presented an Eagle Scout medal and certificate to Nathan Auman at a Troop 98 Court of Honor ceremony.

ELLERBE — Lexie Wyke made history this weekend as the first female in Richmond County to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. WEST END — On Feb. 13, 2022, The Sandhills Chapter of The Sons of the American Revolution presented an Eagle Scout medal and certificate to Nathan Auman at a Troop 98 Court of Honor ceremony.

HAMLET — Upgrades have been made to the Hamlet American Legion Post 49 baseball program, both on and off the field, that head coach Chip Gordon believes will lead to a successful summer campaign. Back for its second season after a 14-year hiatus, Post 49 is looking to build...

MOUNT GILEAD — Arlene Baldwin, 63, of Mount Gilead, transitioned from this earthly life on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at Richmond County Hospice, Rockingham.

ROCKINGHAM — Rain brought a premature end to racing in Sunday’s NHRA National Open at Rockingham Dragway, but not before Southern Pines’ Willie Lytch used a .010 package to get his 1967 Chevy Camaro to the finish line ahead of 2021 Southeast Division champion Ed Pauley’s ’68 model in the final round of Super Street.

RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is advising people to not eat or serve certain Jif brand peanut butter products that are being recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination. On May 20, 2022, J. M. Smucker Company issued a voluntary recall of select Jif...

ROCKINGHAM — Six Richmond County natives serving overseas in the military will soon be receiving several boxes from home. VFW Post 4203 Auxiliary is providing care packages filled with puzzle books, playing cards and snacks to the five soldiers and Marine who are stationed abroad. Several family members of...

The late U.S. Rep. Walter Jones, a N.C. Republican, ended his speeches on the House floor about the pitfalls of Afghanistan by asking God’s blessing and protection for our service members. After 20 years in the war-torn country, U.S involvement in Afghanistan ends just as Jones predicted. Yet, one wonders if even he could have foreseen such a botched and embarrassing withdrawal.

ACWORTH, Ga. — Nicey Green Mitchell, 81, passed on Thursday, May 19, 2022 in Acworth, Georgia. Public viewing will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at Nelson Funeral Home, 1021 E. Washington St., Rockingham, with a graveside service to follow at 1 p.m. at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, 848 U.S. 1 North, Rockingham.

ROCKINGHAM — Police have charged a fifth suspect in the burglary of the Ammo Shack earlier this month. Chief George Gillenwater confirmed Friday afternoon that 34-year-old Ricky John McLaughlin Jr. is accused of being part of a group alleged to have broken into the gun store during the early morning hours of May 4.

ROCKNGHAM — Three drivers who hoisted NHRA Wally trophies last week at the NHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park, did the same Saturday at Rockingham Dragway after prevailing in the fourth of six Lucas Oil Series events in the NHRA’s Southeast Division. Richmond winners David Eaton, Jeff...

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Defense Health Agency today released information clarifying current TRICARE coverage policy for baby formula. “The formula shortage is a concerning and challenging situation and one that the Defense Health Agency is taking seriously,” said Elan Green, chief of TRICARE Health Plan’s Member Benefits and Reimbursement Section. “We understand that parents are worried. We know that clear information can help you navigate this difficult time.”