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Forest of Hope to Fund Place of Grace Upgrades
Written by Chuck Thames
EAST ROCKINGHAM — The new Place of Grace Campus, located in the former Rohanen Middle School, is set to host “Forest of Hope,” a fundraiser for The Richmond County Rescue Mission, this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 16-17.
Place of Grace Campus is home to the Richmond County Rescue Mission and money from this fundraiser will assist with needed upgrades to the facility.
Marty's Mission, Ol Skool Tribe Provide Food, Clothing to Rockingham's Homeless
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM — There were a lot of thankful smiles and hugs on Saturday, Nov. 3 as members of the local motorcycle group Ol Skool Tribe worked together to feed a crowd of homeless men, women and children in the parking lot beside La Cabana Restaurant on U.S. 74 Business.
Marty Bundy, a member of Ol Skool Tribe, came up with the idea last year to provide assistance to this group of people in Richmond County — specifically those in the Rockingham area — who live on the streets.
Cordova Firefighters Holding Plate Sale to Help Fellow First Responder
Written by William R. Toler
CORDOVA — Firefighters are holding a fundraiser this weekend to help one of their own.
Cordova Fire and Rescue will be selling hot dog plates Saturday as benefit for Harold Dawkins.
Dawkins, a longtime first responder, was recently diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome and has been hospitalized more than a month.
Goodman Announces Retirement as Richmond County Schools Superintendent
Written by William R. Toler
After more than 30 years in the education field and four years at the helm of the Richmond county school system, Dr. Cindy Goodman is stepping down.
The superintendent announced her Jan. 1 retirement to the Board of Education at Thursday night’s meeting.
Parade, Concert Among Richmond County Veterans Day Celebrations
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM —There will be a variety of events going on throughout the day and into the evening hours Saturday to honor and remember veterans.
Things kick off at 11 a.m. with a Veterans Day service, presented by American Legion Post 147, at Veterans Memorial Park, across from Rockingham VFW Post 4203.
Richmond County Deputy Earns Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate
Written by Contributed Story
On Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, Sheriff James Clemmons presented Deputy Braxton Greene his Advanced Law Enforcement certificate awarded by the N.C. Sheriffs Training and Standards Commission.
McCready Concedes to Harris 9th Congressional District Race
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — The race for North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District has officially come to an end.
Democrat Dan McCready conceded to Republican Mark Harris late Wednesday afternoon, following a tight election that left McCready fewer than 2,000 votes behind.
Harris Declares Victory in 9th Congressional District; McCready Yet to Concede in Tight Race
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — Despite only carrying two of the eight counties in North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District, former pastor Mark Harris came out on top in Tuesday’s mid-term election.
It was after 1 a.m. before the N.C. State Board of Elections showed all 210 precincts reporting, with Harris defeating Democratic opponent Dan McCready by fewer than 2,000 votes.
McInnis, Goodman retain seats in NC General Assembly
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — Both of Richmond County’s state legislators are heading back to the General Assembly.
State Sen. Tom McInnis and state Rep. Ken Goodman both won their respective campaigns in Tuesday night’s election.
Bostic, Watkins elected to Richmond County Board of Commissioners; Moss, Bryant re-elected
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — The Richmond County Board of Commissioners will see two new faces and say goodbye to one current member.
Tavares Bostic and Rick Watkins won two the four seats up for grabs in Tuesday’s election and Commissioners Ben Moss and Don Bryant were both re-elected. One seat was left open due to Commissioner Thad Ussery stepping down.
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United Way of Richmond County raises $250 at Pattan's Fundraiser
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM — While some Richmond County folks were making their final Halloween preparations, a crowd turned out for a fundraiser at Pattan’s Downtown Grille on Oct. 30.
Ten percent of the proceeds from 5-8:30 p.m. was donated to the United Way of Richmond County, netting $250 for its 17 partnering agencies.
Executive Director Michelle Parrish greeted diners at the restaurant and talked with them at their tables. She has served with the agency in this capacity since 2007.
Ussery Honored with Order of the Long Leaf Pine; Steps Down As Richmond County Commissioner
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — “It’s been a good trip,” outgoing Commissioner Thad Ussery said during a reception in his honor Monday afternoon.
A swarm of family members, county employees and friends came out to the Richmond County Airport to wish him well hours before his final meeting.
Among those was former two-term commissioner H.L. Webb, who said Ussery was “very humble” and “very informative.”
“He has been a good asset to Richmond County,” Webb said.
Elections Director Expects Strong Richmond County Voter Turnout Despite Rain
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — The flurry of voters hitting the polls won’t be the only storm on Election Day.
The National Weather Service is calling for strong to severe thunderstorms to sweep across the state Tuesday afternoon.
How that will impact voter turnout is yet to be seen.
Rockingham Lawyer Futrell Appointed to Superior Court
Written by William R. Toler
ROCKINGHAM — One Richmond County lawyer will soon be donning a black robe and wielding a gavel.
Longtime attorney Stephan B. Futrell was recently appointed to the bench last week by Gov. Roy Cooper to fill the spot soon to be vacated by Superior Court Judge Richard Brown.
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