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Pour for a Paw Fundraiser Big Boost for Humane Society
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM - An enjoyable evening of great food and wines, entertainment by the amazing Paula Carlson, the opportunity to make new friends, as well as donate to a very worthy cause—all of this was on the agenda for the Humane Society of Richmond County on Saturday night, May 12, at Ella’s Ballroom at 503 Rockingham Road in Rockingham, NC at Pour for a Paw.
ROCKINGHAM - AUCTION CITY OF ROCKINGHAM Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m. Location: Public Works (behind Water Plant) 800 ROCKINGHAM RD, ROCKINGHAM, NC ABSOLUTE NO BUYER’S FEE
ROCKINGHAM - Memorial Day is a very special time for America as we remember those who died while serving in the country’s military.
It is observed on the last Monday of May which this year will be on Monday, May 28th.
Some confuse Memorial Day with Veterans' Day. The difference is that on Veterans' Day we celebrate all the U.S. military veterans who have served; on Memorial Day we remember those who lost their lives while serving.
Chamber of Commerce Connections After Five Sees Large Attendance
Written by Amy Guinn
ROCKINGHAM - The Richmond County Chamber of Commerce Connections After 5 for May was held Thursday, May 10 in downtown Rockingham.
Ellerbe Downtown Merchants Association Reports Huge Success With Strawberry Festival
Written by Press Release
ELLERBE - The inaugural Ellerbe Strawberry Festival was a huge success and a happy day in the town of Ellerbe.
Recent Law Enforcement Efforts Focus on Drugs, Shooting
Written by C.K. Craven
HAMLET - The Richmond County Sheriff’s Department issued a report on May 9th regarding recent arrests for drug related offenses.
Rock’s Spring Extreme Drags: Mauney Gets Extreme Outlaw Pro Mod Victory; Furr, Smith, Zuccarelli and Sikes Also Win
Written by Contributed by Rockingham Dragway
ROCKINGHAM, N.C. – North Carolina Motorsports Hall of Famer Tommy Mauney cruised to victory in the Extreme Outlaw Pro Mod portion of Saturday’s Spring Extreme Drags at Rockingham Dragway while Richfield’s Allen Furr and Riegelwood’s Michael Smith grabbed off the Footbrake and Top ET titles, respectively.
Richmond Theatre's "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown!" Exemplifies Community Spirit
Written by Pam Simmons
ROCKINGHAM - Shelly Walker, Director of the Richmond Community Theatre, shared her thoughts in the program for the current presentation of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown!” which opened on May 10th in Rockingham and continues this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with performances at 8:00 p.m.
ROCKINGHAM - Emergency Communications received a call around 4 p.m. Monday that a tractor trailer had flipped on its side on the 311 exit ramp on US Highway 74 bypass.
Rockingham Development Corporation Invites Attendees Tonight
Written by Press Release
ROCKINGHAM - What are the purposes of the Rockingham Downtown Corporation? Well, come on out to Hudson Brothers' Deli this evening (Tuesday/15th) at 5:00 p.m. and see for yourself!
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HAMLET - Anticipation filled the air at the Hamlet Public Library on Friday, May 11 as time ticked away ‘til high noon.
Rockingham Council Makes Plans for 2018-2019 Budget Workshop/ Reviews Timeline for Bids on Richmond CC Project
Written by Chuck Thames
ROCKINGHAM- The City of Rockingham met for their regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening May 8. Following an invocation by Rev. Jim Nelson, Pastor of First Baptist Church, the board approved the consent agenda.
Spring Extreme Drags Showcase Sport's Diversity
Written by Contributed by Rockingham Dragway
ROCKINGHAM, N.C. – Although traditional side-by-side drag racing will be a major focus of Saturday’s Spring Extreme Drags, the pre-Mother’s Day event also will showcase the sport’s offbeat side with a heavy dose of jets and a farewell performance by wheelstand legend and Carolina native Danny O’Day.
Celebrate Recovery Program Comes to Richmond County
Written by Betty Gallo McIntyre
ROCKINGHAM - At one time or another, we have all experienced life’s ups and downs in our lives.
