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This Overlooked South Carolina Town Is So Affordable, Retirees Say They Wish They’d Moved Sooner

There’s a town in South Carolina that retirees are quietly discovering, and once they get there, they keep asking themselves the same question: why didn’t anyone tell me about this sooner?. That town is Latta, South Carolina, and it’s been sitting in Dillon County this whole time, minding...

Latta, SC · 21h

The Robesonian

Local couple encourages a charitible spirit at their wedding

LUMBERTON — This holiday season, a local couple plans to use their wedding day to spread the spirit of giving and kindness. L

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St. Pauls Man Jailed After Girlfriend Shot Dead, Left Her Kids Inside Home

A man is in custody after his girlfriend was shot and killed Thursday evening at a home on McLean Street in the St. Pauls community of Robeson County. St. Pauls Police Chief Michael Owens said the shooting happened around 7 p.m., and the suspect turned himself in to authorities afterward.

Robeson County, NC · 2d

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Lumberton Man Accused of Shooting One Victim, Missing Another Near Mullins

A 21-year-old Lumberton, North Carolina man is facing two counts of attempted murder after the Marion County Sheriff’s Office says he shot one person in the leg and fired at a second person, missing, during a pre-dawn confrontation near Mullins last month. Ryan Joseph Hardenbergh was taken into custody and is now held at the Marion County Detention Center as he awaits a bond hearing before a circuit court judge.

Lumberton, NC · 2d

The Laurinburg Exchange

Wawa makes big entrance on Laurinburg’s Main Street

LAURINBURG — With cheers from the crowd, music from the Scotland High School band and Wally the mascot dancing through the excitement, Wawa opened its doors to the public for the first time in Laurinburg on Thursday morning. The grand opening celebration marked the company’s 81st store opening of...

Laurinburg, NC · 2d

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Missing 8-year-old girl found safe, sheriff’s office says

MARLBORO COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The 8-year-old girl who was reported missing Sunday in the Burnt Factory community has been found, according to the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office. Chief Deputy Larry Turner said the child was reported missing in the area of 908 Cricket Road. The girl is...

Marlboro County, SC · 5h

WBTW News13

1 dead after ATV ejection in Dillon County, authorities say

DILLON COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW)– One person has died after an ATV crash in Dillon County on Friday, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety says. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. and involved one vehicle. The crash took place near 1913 Bakers Mill Road. The driver of the ATV was driving east on Bakers Mill […]

Dillon County, SC · 2d

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Lead narrows in tight NC race that could decide control of state Senate

The margin is tightening in a North Carolina Senate race that could decide control of the chamber — and perhaps all lawmaking in the state. Hoke County elections officials on Friday counted 59 provisional ballots and rejected 105 more in the race for the state’s 24th NC Senate District between powerful Republican Sen. Danny Britt and Democratic challenger Catina Hamm.

Hoke County, NC · 2d

The Robesonian

From childhood visits to career dreams: UNCP student finds her place at North Carolina Zoo

ASHEBORO — Long before Kyra Geiger began studying zoology at UNC Pembroke, she was visiting the North Carolina Zoo with her family, fasc

Pembroke, NC · 15h

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Lumbee History Fact of the Day provided by Harlen Chavis Jr. (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina THPO Officer)

Lumbee History Fact of the Day provided by Harlen Chavis Jr. (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina THPO Officer) Southeastern tribes used the burn & scrape method to process Cypress, Long Leaf Pine, & Poplar trees to make dugout canoes. Tribes in the Carolinas stood in dugout canoes and used push...

North Carolina · 2d

The Laurinburg Exchange

Locals experience A Taste of Scotia Village

LAURINBURG — Scotia Village recently opened its doors to showcase renovations to the retirement community’s dining facilities, giving residents expanded dining options and a new restaurant-style experience. The renovations transformed the former bar into PUB ‘88, a cozy Scottish pub where residents can enjoy drinks and small plates,...

Laurinburg, NC · 2d

The Robesonian

CIS receives donations from RCRSP

Robeson County Retired School Personnel recently donated nutritious food items to Communities in Schools to help support the Bak Pak Pals with

Robeson County, NC · 2d

The Robesonian

Letter: Racism has no place in tribal politics

Racism should not be tolerated in any campaign, especially indigenous peoples politics. Let’s not forget our Lumbee struggles against ra

The Robesonian

Pirate on the attack: Leach is county’s best

LUMBERTON — The Lumberton High School volleyball team was the cream of the crop in Robeson County, and junior Giselle Leach has been nam

The Robesonian

Littlefield wins county MS volleyball title

ST. PAULS — When an athlete is on a championship-winning team early in their playing days, it can fuel a passion for winning and going a

Robeson County, NC · 2d

The Robesonian

Every stride matters: Peterson Elementary Tigers move forward together

RED SPRINGS — In the heart of the Red Springs community, Peterson Elementary School is a place where Tiger pride runs deep and every stu

Red Springs, NC · 2d

The Robesonian

Fairmont football earns first playoff win since 2016

FAIRMONT — It’s safe to say the Fairmont football team has hit the ground running in its first season under coach Reggie Bush.

Fairmont, NC · 1d

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Lumberton Residents Say They Don’t Want a Data Center

“Who does not want a data center here?” Laura Oxendine asked the 100 or so people gathered in the Sandy Grove Baptist Church fellowship hall in Lumberton on Thursday night. Nearly three-quarters of people raised their hands in response to Oxendine, a Lumberton resident and member of the Lumbee...

Lumberton, NC · 2d

WBTW News13

Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office conducts a drug search warrant

MARLBORO COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW)– The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office executed a drug search warrant on Delta Heights Road, according to a Facebook post. On their Facebook page, at around 10 p.m., the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office announced that they are investigating a property for drugs. The residence is located on Delta Heights Road in the […]

Marlboro County, SC · 2d

The Robesonian

Pirates struggle in 1st-round playoff loss

MOCKSVILLE — The Lumberton High School football team faced a big early deficit and lost 50-23 to Davie County in Friday’s first-ro