HAMLET — Richmond County native Erik Hawks returned home Friday to close out the 2024 season of the Boxcar Concert Series. Health issues prevented the Hard Luck band from backing him for the Boxcar …

Sometimes I think we forget that we are the sum total of all we have met. I am a product of growing up in a small Southern town who, with my brother, was introduced to Sunday church going at an early …

LAURINBURG — Hospice of Scotland County is honored to announce its upcoming Candlelight Memorial Service, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 21, at Northview Harvest Ministries. This cherished annual …

Erik Hawks has two back-to-back performances in his home county this weekend. The Richmond County native, now living in Fayetteville, will be performing with the Hard Luck Band for the 2024 finale of …

For the second time this year, Richmond County has been treated to a rare event: the northern lights or the aurora borealis. The lights were visible in the sky above Richmond County earlier this year …

Hundreds of children and their parents circled the front lawn of Richmond County Hospice Thursday evening for the organization's annual Candy Cavalcade. The kids' costumes ranged from super heroes …

Trick-or-treating is starting a little early in Richmond County. Richmond County Hospice is hosting its annual Candy Cavalcade Thursday, Oct. 24 on its campus just north of Rockingham on U.S. 1. The …

CHARLOTTE — Across the U.S., 20 veterans die by suicide every day. HopeWay, a nonprofit mental health treatment center located in Charlotte, is helping raise awareness about the importance of …

DERBY — Although the store is closed for business, the Lambeth family opened the doors of Triple L Farms Monday evening for a fall celebration. Hot dogs, drinks and chips were served out near the …

HAMLET — Award-winning country music group Diamond Rio kicked of the 2024-2025 Performing Arts Series at Cole Auditorium Friday evening. The band, founded in 1982, catapulted to fame in 1991 with …

PEMBROKE — New homecoming banners can be seen across campus as The University of North Carolina at Pembroke gears up to welcome thousands back to campus for reunions, a parade, special events, and …

ELLERBE — The Axe Handlers opened the third installment of Pickin' in the Park Thursday for a night of gospel music. Playing through a set of bluegrass gospel tunes, the band turned the stage over …

ROCKINGHAM — Multiple first responder agencies and other vendors are teaming up for a fire prevention event this weekend. The Richmond County Chiefs Association is hosting the event at Freedom …

The largest, longest-running festival in Richmond County, The Seaboard Festival, is coming up on Oct. 26, 2024. Since 1982, Main Street in Downtown Hamlet has hosted an annual celebration of the …

PEMBROKE — All eyes were fixed on Faith Jacobs, dressed in full regalia. A fringed shawl folded over one arm while she gripped a feather fan in the other, she stepped gracefully to the beat of the …

PINEHURST — The FirstHealth Cancer Center provides a unique support group for men impacted by cancer called the Men’s Gathering. This group is open to patients, survivors, caregivers and friends, …

ROCKINGHAM — The General Henry William Harrington chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution has once again showcased its unwavering commitment to serving those who have bravely served our …

The day began with a beautifully lit sunrise as runners began warming up for the start of the 18t annual Hinson Lake 24-Hour Ultra Classic. Despite the recent destructive passing of Hurricane Helene, …

ROCKINGHAM — The General Henry William Harrington Chapter, NSDAR, proudly honored the late Florence Walker with the prestigious Women in American History Award. This award recognizes women who have …

PEMBROKE — As a collegiate swimmer, Gabby Hyson spends hours in the pool training, dedicating herself to her craft. The UNC Pembroke sophomore is also keenly aware of the challenges of her sport …