ROCKINGHAM — Richmond County’s iconic oval track has a new owner— the International Hot Rod Association. IHRA announced the purchase of Rockingham Speedway on New Year’s Eve, a move …

RALEIGH — In recognition of National Radon Action Month, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is providing 8,000 free radon test kits available beginning Jan. 1, 2026, …

PINEHURST — As flu activity continues to rise across the region, FirstHealth of the Carolinas is reinforcing visitor guidelines and encouraging preventive measures to protect patients, visitors and …

ELLERBE — Human remains were reportedly found in northern Richmond County on Friday. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office announced on social media that deputies were called “to an …

ROCKINGHAM — Several candidates made last-minute bids for public office before election filing closed at noon Dec. 19. Records with the N.C. State Board of Elections show that Amber Daniels …

HAMLET — A criminal case between two Hamlet City Council candidates has been dismissed. Online court records show a misdemeanor charge of communicating threats against Esco Latimer — filed …

ROCKINGHAM — A welding mishap sparked one of two wildfires across Richmond County on Tuesday. According to County Ranger Brandon Van Buren with the N.C. Forest Service, someone was welding on …

RALEIGH — The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program is accepting grant applications for projects that address highway safety. “These grants fund projects that save lives,” …

ROCKINGHAM — A Richmond County woman has teamed up with a civil rights activist to ask for additional charges to be filed against the man accused of shooting into her car. After meeting with a …

ROCKINGHAM — The young residents of Pence Place received presents from Santa and his motorcycle-riding helpers on Saturday. Members of the nonprofit Richmond’s Leather and Lace rolled into …

RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Rail Division has released its State Rail Plan for public comment. “Updating this report helps us strategically plan for …

ROCKINGHAM — The Richmond County Animal Shelter is hosting an adoption and foster event this weekend to clear the kennels for Christmas. Much like at Halloween, the shelter will be decorated …

CHARLOTTE — As temperatures drop in North Carolina, the American Red Cross urges families to take steps to heat their homes safely. Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fires in the …

ROCKINGHAM — Two more candidates — including one incumbent — have entered the race for the Richmond County Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Robin Roberts went to the Richmond County …

RALEIGH — Applications are now being accepted for a new round of grants from the One North Carolina Small Business Program, a key source of funding small businesses engaged in research, …

ROCKINGHAM — Three more Richmond County organizations are the recipients of grants, courtesy of the Duke Energy Foundation. Emily Tucker, district manager of government and community relations …

ROCKINGHAM — The second of four sitting commissioners up for reelection has joined the race. Commissioner Justin Dawkins filled out his paperwork Tuesday morning at the Richmond County …

ROCKINGHAM — Local crews with the N.C. Forest Service dealt with back-to-back wildfires Tuesday afternoon. The first was around 1:45 p.m. behind the shopping center that includes Harbor …

DERBY — Jim and Marcia Lambeth received an early Christmas surprise Sunday event — the Order of the Long Leaf Pine. The state’s highest civilian honor, bestowed by the …

ROCKINGHAM — One former municipal leader has joined the growing list of challengers in the race for the Richmond County Board of Commissioners. Jesse McQueen, who previously served on the …