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PHOTOS: Raiders Grand Slam — Part 2
ROCKINGHAM — As part of a tag team effort Saturday, two local photographers captured all the action of a regional wrestling event. RO Managing Editor William R. Toler and Sports Editor Kyle Pillar both circled the rings of the Raiders Grand Slam, a fundraising event at Richmond Senior High School.
Larsen ‘proud’ of No. 31 Lady Raiders’ efforts in first round playoff exit
RALEIGH — Despite an honest effort and a lights-out performance by junior goalkeeper Quanna Bostic, the Richmond Senior High School girls soccer team saw its season come to an end Monday. Playing in the opening round of the NCHSAA 4A East state playoffs, the No. 31 Lady Raiders made...
Morven man accused of stealing utility trailer on Cordova
ROCKINGHAM — An Anson County man is facing charges after allegedly stealing a trailer in Richmond County. According to a post from the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched Tuesday May 7 to a home on Rosalyn Road in Cordova, responding to a call of a stolen utility trailer.
OBITUARY: Betty Faye Hamilton
Betty Faye Hamilton, a beloved soul, passed away on May 9, 2024, at Richmond County Hospice Haven in Rockingham, North Carolina. She was a cherished maker who took pride in her home and the warmth she shared with all who entered. Born on April 9, 1955 in Brown County, Ohio,...
5 Richmond County students earn degrees from Wingate
Wingate University on Monday released a list of students who earned graduate and undergraduate degrees for spring and summer of 2024, including several from Richmond County. Three earned doctoral degrees and two earned bachelor’s degrees. The press release includes the following disclaimer:. Please note, this list is subject to...
Resilient class celebrates during ‘consequential’ commencement
WINGATE — Many of them unable to have a full graduation ceremony in high school because of the pandemic, the graduates who received diplomas at Wingate University’s undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 11 will be remembered for their fortitude and determination. In total, 390 grads were eligible to walk during the ceremony under the oak trees in the Academic Quad on a bright, unseasonably cool spring morning.
OPINION: Fiction can be a teaching tool
That’s what a recent reviewer said about my novel “Mountain Folk,” which she called an “entertaining and instructive” blend of American history, folklore, and fantasy. “As a long-time teacher of middle school and high school students,” she wrote, “I think ‘Mountain Folk’ would be a great addition to school reading lists.”
PHOTOS: Raiders Grand Slam – Part 1
Aside from the wrestlers inside the squared circle, there was another tag team stalking around the ring Saturday evening. RO Sports Editor Kyle Pillar and Managing Editor William R. Toler were both at the Richmond Senior High gymnasium covering World Class Elite Wrestling’s Raiders Grand Slam, a show benefiting the school’s baseball team.
McIlroy closes deficit heading into final round of Wells Fargo Championship
CHARLOTTE — Heading into the third round of the Wells Fargo CHampionship at Quail Hollow Club, Xander Schauffele held a commanding four-stroke lead. Saturday, Rory McIlroy cut into the deficit to set up a repeat heading into the final round. Schauffele, who shot -1 on Saturday, holds a one-stroke...
PHOTOS: RSHS track and field, 4A Mideast regional
SOUTHERN PINES — The Richmond Senior High School boys and girls track and field teams had representatives competing in Saturday’s NCHSAA 4A Mideast regional meet. Both squads had individual and relay team qualifiers participating at Pinecrest High School. Two Raiders, senior Tyrene McKenzie and junior Aaron Coleman, punched...
Coleman, McKenzie qualify for 4A state championship meet
SOUTHERN PINES — A host of Richmond Senior High School student-athletes competed in the NCHSAA 4A Mideast regional track and field meet Saturday, with two Raiders qualifying for the state championship. Held at Pinecrest High School, male and female competitors from 26 schools tried to keep their season alive.
PLAYOFF PREVIEW: No. 31 Lady Raiders return to 4A playoffs for first time since 2021
CHAPEL HILL — Friday was cause for celebration for the Richmond Senior High School girls soccer team. For the first time in three seasons, the Lady Raiders and head coach Chris Larsen qualified for the NCHSAA 4A East state playoffs. After being on the bubble each of the last...
World records set at Rockingham Dragway at Battle for the Thrones
ROCKINGHAM — Several drivers were crowned and several records were broken at Rockingham Dragway late last month for Battle for the Thrones at Civil Wars. Two events were combined into one weekend, with DuckX Productions bringing Battle of the Thrones to the Rock to join NC Speed Lab’s Civil Wars.
Schauffele takes 3-stroke lead into 2nd round at Quail Hollow
CHARLOTTE — Xander Schauffele is off to a hot start this week at the Wells Fargo Championship being held at Quail Hollow Club. Schauffele was in the middle of the pack after his front nine on Thursday — taking turns sharing the lead with the likes of Jason Day, Rory Mcilroy and Matt Kuchar at different times throughout the middle of the day.
Golf House opens in Pinehurst
PINEHURST — The United States Golf Association is set to open its new Golf House this weekend. The new Golf House features a two-story building with the lower level showcasing several USGA exhibits: the Orientation gallery; the Science of Golf gallery; the Championships gallery; Golftown U.S.A.: Pinehurst’s History in 50 Moments; and both a USGA and World Golf Hall of Fame gift shop.
OPINION: North Carolina’s five political revolutions
How would you describe the political climate in North Carolina? That’s the question I pondered as I prepared to speak at the annual meeting of the Friends of East Carolina University Library. Few could argue that we are in the midst of a political revolution and it is easy...
Richmond County’s Wilkerson serving as vice president of state emergency association
ROCKINGHAM — Richmond County Emergency Services Deputy Director Travis “T.J.” Wilkerson has been sworn in to serve as the first vice president of the North Carolina Chapter of the National Emergency Number Association. This is yet another major accomplishment for Richmond County Emergency Services as they continue...
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