Backpack Pals and educators recognized at April board meeting
HAMLET — Executive Director of Backpack Pals of Richmond County, Pastor Steve Crews, spoke at the April school board meeting to share the ongoing efforts of the organization and its impact on local...
View ArticleEaster events bring joy to families across Richmond County
ROCKINGHAM — Easter celebrations took place throughout Richmond County this weekend, from Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham’s Hippity Hoppity Egg-stravaganza to the city of Norman’s inaugural Easter egg...
View ArticleNC vets still endure long-term effects of asbestos exposure
NORTH CAROLINA — Asbestos has a long-standing history in modern industrialization, and its use increased exponentially near the start of the First World War and continued to rise until the 1990s. By...
View ArticleREAL ID deadline is approaching
NORTH CAROLINA — In case you’re planning a summer getaway that requires air travel, you’ll want to make sure you have a REAL ID by May 7, as required under the REAL ID Act. Congress passed the REAL ID...
View ArticleRestaurant owner grateful for business degree from RichmondCC
HAMLET — As the owner and operator of Teriyaki Express Japanese Restaurant Inc. in Sanford, Jeanette Lopez enjoys not only the freedom of owning her own business but also being able to work with her...
View ArticleHamlet celebrates its railroad history with restored train cars
HAMLET — The city of Hamlet celebrated a major moment Friday with the unveiling of the freshly painted Seaboard Airline Locomotive 1114 and Caboose 5241. The event honored the city’s railroad history...
View ArticleHamlet goes to the dogs at third annual Walk N’ Wag event
HAMLET — The city of Hamlet welcomed its four-legged friends on Main Street for the fourth annual Walk N’ Wag. The event raised money for Operation Fix and included fun pet activities like a costume...
View ArticleSTEM event brings hands-on learning
ROCKINGHAM — Leath Memorial Library brought science to life with its first STEM Family Event as part of the statewide NC Science Festival. The event welcomed families for an afternoon of hands-on...
View ArticleAmerican Legion District 16 2024-25 Oratorical Speech winner presents speech
Pictured from left to right, Post Finance Officer Jessie Goins, Post Adjutant/Sergeant-at-Arms Raymond Collins, Post Commander JoAnn Blyther, Oratorical Champion Emily Brannon, District 16 Oratorical...
View ArticleQuick’s legacy lives on through family and community
Willie Quick, the first Black mayor of Norman, was more than a leader. He was a family man who believed in hard work, kindness and staying true to who you are. Through love and determination, Quick...
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