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Raleigh News & Observer

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Scott Mason, WRAL's former Tar Heel Traveler, launches new venture

Scott Mason, a long-time television journalist known to many as the Tar Heel Traveler, is back telling stories about North Carolina and its residents. On social media, Mason announced a new video podcast, and he confirmed to The News & Observer it will debut on Tuesday, Dec. 1. He’s also appearing in television commercials, lending his voice for audiobooks, continuing his work as a motivational speaker and hopes to announce a new television venture in the weeks ahead, he said. “Hard to believe, but I’ve been telling stories on television for 42 years, mainly inspiring stories,” Mason told his Instagram followers. “I’ve met so many great people. Well, change has happened in my life. Although I still plan to tell stories, though in just a bit of a different format. I’m so excited about it, and I will be telling you a lot more about what’s coming in the weeks ahead.” On TikTok , Mason’s recent videos are from the recent North Carolina State Fair, interviewing fair officials and vendors about their crafts, using the moniker “Scott Mason Stories,” which is also the name of his new website . Mason confirmed he was no longer at WRAL in August after

North Carolina · 1d

The Robesonian

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Bulldogs, Tornadoes set for 2nd round

WILSON — It has been an up-and-down season for the 11th-seeded St. Pauls football team as they’ve battled injuries throughout the

St Pauls, NC · 2d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Stewart Bell's sons vow to carry on Bell's Seed Store legacy

A beloved gardener and local business owner who spent 40 years leading one of Fayetteville's oldest locally owned businesses has died. Stewart Bell, third-generation owner of Bell’s Seed Store at 230 E. Russell St. downtown, died Oct. 20 after suffering a brain aneurysm, his family said. He was 64. His death came as a shock to family, longtime employees and loyal customers. But those closest to him say they won't let his legacy fade. He chose to help others, just because he could Stewart Bell was a man who always went out of his way for other people, said his wife of nearly 40 years, and he would always do so in a way that made it clear he wasn’t after any personal gain. He simply wanted to show that he was thinking about others before himself, Gwen Bell said. “He knows I like sunflowers and roses,” Gwen Bell said, “And he would just show up sometimes with sunflowers or roses or an orchid, just because he could.” Stewart Bell’s only cares in the world were his business, his family and his Lord, she added. In addition to helping others with their own gardens and yards, Gwen Bell said, her

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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Applications now open for free eight-week entrepreneurship program in Bladen County

The Small Business Center at Bladen Community College is inviting aspiring entrepreneurs to take the next step through Pitch It Bladen County 2027, an eight-week business development program and pitching competition designed to help turn promising ideas into successful businesses. Applications are now being accepted. The deadline to apply is...

Bladen County, NC · 18h
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Bladen Journal

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A life rooted in Bladenboro: Remembering Mayor David Hales

BLADENBORO — David Hales spent decades serving the town he called home. He helped protect its neighbors as a volunteer firefighter, helped guide its future as a commissioner and mayor, and helped give it a tradition that brings thousands of people together each fall. David William Hales Jr., 68,...

Bladenboro, NC · 2d

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GALLERY: Hope Mills Glass Photo Booth at Stars & Guitars 2026

Thank you so much to our friends at Hope Mills Glass for sponsoring our concourse photo booth at Stars & Guitars 2026! You all showed out in FORCE for The Band Perry, Rodney Atkins, Josh Ross, Cole Goodwin and Drew Baldridge, and we couldn't be more thrilled. We loved seeing...

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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Lumberton Approves Data Center Rules

The Lumberton City Council on Monday unanimously approved rules that could pave the way for a data center, despite residents’ concerns about the potential impact on local water supplies, the environment, and electricity rates. “This is not about choosing between economic development and protecting our citizens,” City Council member...

Lumberton, NC · 3d

wpde.com

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Lumberton City Council approves data center regulations despite opposition

ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — Lumberton City Council approved regulations Monday for a potential data center despite opposition from residents who urged city leaders to delay the vote until more questions could be answered about public health, water consumption, electricity costs, and the financial impact on taxpayers. Dozens of...

Lumberton, NC · 3d

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Rent Is Still Just $750 A Month In This Peaceful Little North Carolina Town

There is a town in North Carolina where the rent has apparently not gotten the memo about the rest of the country losing its mind over housing prices. Lumberton sits along the Lumber River in Robeson County, and it is quietly holding onto rent prices that will make you do a double take.

Lumberton, NC · 3d

The Robesonian

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Cox takes 4-vote lead over Edge in county commission race; Britt maintains small lead

LUMBERTON — Ray Cox now holds a four-vote lead over David Edge in the race for the District 6 seat on the Robeson County Board of Commis

Robeson County, NC · 1d

Bladen Journal

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Tatum Allen signs with UNCW softball

Tatum Allen decided more than a year ago to play softball at UNC Wilmington when she made a verbal commitment. The dream to play at the NCAA Division 1 level came true Wednesday, Nov. 11 when the East Bladen High School senior signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Seahawks program.

Wilmington, NC · 15h

The Robesonian

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Local entrepreneur completes food waste grant project

LUMBERTON — Local entrepreneur Brandis Strickland recently completed a grant-funded project from the N.C. Department of Environmental Qu

Robeson County, NC · 2d

Bladen Journal

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Marlowe puts staffing, morale at top of sheriff’s plans

ELIZABETHTOWN — Ray Marlowe wants to fill vacant patrol and school resource officer positions and improve morale as he prepares to lead the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office. He said he has not yet reviewed the budget and would not say how those positions would be paid for. The...

Bladen County, NC · 2d

The Robesonian

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Mozingo honored for decades of medical service

LUMBERTON — After a distinguished career in medicine, George William Mozingo, III, M.D., has retired, leaving a legacy of service to pat

Lumberton, NC · 1d

The Robesonian

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Piney Grove Pioneers chart a course for continued growth

LUMBERTON — The Piney Grove Pioneers are embarking on a year of discovery and innovation. The Pioneer spirit is rooted in mov

Lumberton, NC · 17h

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QDOBA plans third location in Hope Mills

A new QDOBA location is coming soon to the people of Hope Mills, with signage already up for the brand's third location at 7483 Rockfish Road. The new location is the latest addition to the new Rockfish Village shopping center, which debuted with the opening of the area’s second Publix location on Oct. 21.

Hope Mills, NC · 3d

National Enquirer

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Community College Professor Faces 30 Years in Prison for COVID Relief Fund Scheme That Netted $150,000

A North Carolina woman is facing a potential sentence of three decades in prison for trying to defraud the federal government to secure COVID relief funds. On Monday, November 2, the United States Attorney’s Office East District of North Carolina announced in a press release that Pamela Humphrey, a Fayetteville Tech Community College Professor, had […]

Robeson County, NC · 8d

The Robesonian

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Harrell introduced as Rowland interim administrator

ROWLAND — Steve Harrell was introduced as Rowland’s new interim town administrator during the town’s monthly Board of Commis

Rowland, NC · 1d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Santa Claus returns to Fayetteville's Cross Creek Mall for the holidays

Christmas is on the horizon, and there’s no surer sign than Santa Claus coming to Cross Creek Mall. The Jolly Old Elf will make his 2026 debut at noon Nov. 13 at his Home for the Holidays in the food court, the mall announced in a Nov. 9 news release. A Black Santa Claus will be available on Nov. 20-23 and Dec. 11-14. On Mondays, shoppers can bring their pets along for a photo with Santa. More: Black Santa brings pride and joy to Fayetteville's Cross Creek Mall The details Address: 419 Cross Creek Mall in Fayetteville. Hours: Santa will be available for visits from Friday, Nov. 13, through Thursday, Dec. 24. Hours are noon to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. and Sunday. Cost: Visits are free, with photo packages available for purchase. More information: Reservations for a photo session with Santa are encouraged. Visit vipholidayphotos.com/mall/H-CCMNC and search by town or ZIP code. News Director Beth Hutson can be reached at bhutson@fayobserver.com. This article originally appeared on The Fayetteville Observer: Santa Claus returns to Fayetteville's Cross Creek Mall for the holidays

Fayetteville, NC · 3d

HBCU Gameday

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HBCU football league’s gamble could have NCAA implications

Fayetteville State and Virginia State are set to meet in a game that could have playoff implications. The post HBCU football league’s gamble could have NCAA implications appeared first on HBCU Gameday .

Fayetteville, NC · 11h