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Local Business Spotlight: Willow Tree Antiques and Gifts
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In a new column in the Richmond Observer, contributor Cleve Baxley will showcase a local business in Richmond County each week. The question-and-answer format is to highlight what local businesses are doing in the community, and the RO being a large supporter of small businesses, encourages you to nominate a local business to be featured in this new weekly column.
Ellerbe Set to Host 22nd Annual Farm City Week Parade; Registration Still Available
Written by Chuck Thames
ELLERBE – As fall rolls around, the aroma of festival food will soon fill the air, and like the expected change in the season, one of Richmond County’s longest-standing annual events is set to take place.
Richmond Young Professionals "Chamber Chase" Update and Event Details
Written by Rebecca Pierce
ROCKINGHAM – Anyone seeking adventure can see a whole new side of Richmond County with the newest event from the Richmond Young Professionals.
ROCKINGHAM -- On Tuesday afternoon, the Rockingham Fire Department was dispatched to a possible structure fire on the corner of Baker Street and Richmond Road.
Accident Report: Vehicle Rollover on U.S. HWY 1 South
Written by Harold Dawkins
CORDOVA – First responders were called out at 1:05 p.m. Tuesday to a one-vehicle rollover accident. The incident occurred between Osborne and Sandhills Roads on U.S. Highway 1 South.
Rankin Museum in Ellerbe Hosts Annual "Fossil Dig"; Showcase New Flume
Written by Crystal Mac
ELLERBE – Students may have not struck gold Saturday, but they found many other gems such as amber, shark teeth and petrified wood in the annual Fossil Fair held at the Rankin Museum of American Heritage in Ellerbe.
Christie's: A Lifelong Dream Comes to Reality
Written by Rita Thames
ROCKINGHAM – Richmond County will soon welcome a unique home, garden, and gift shop, located next door to Belk in Richmond Plaza. Christie’s will hold its grand opening on Tuesday, October 3, 2017.
ROCKINGHAM – Debbie Spears, of Rockingham, has taken the opportunity to turn a tragic event into a blessing for others.
Local Bodybuilder Wins Men’s Best Overall Physique in Competition; Nationals in Sight
Written by Alexandra Gardner
ROCKINGHAM – Tom Cox, Rockingham native, has always been an athlete. In junior and senior high school he played soccer, but with the cards he was dealt, he knew he needed to search further into athletics and training to find his true fit.
Local Business Owners Host First "Faithfully Shopping Spree" in Hamlet
Written by Alexandra Gardner
HAMLET – On Saturday, September 23, Rebecca Rainwater and her mother, Lorie, put together a free event for the public for direct sell and small businesses in Richmond County called the “Faithfully Shopping Spree.” The event was held at the Cole Auditorium from 2 to 6 p.m.
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Pedestrian Struck at East Rockingham Convenience Store
Written by Harold Dawkins
EAST ROCKINGHAM – At 10:10 p.m. Friday night, a call went out to Richmond County first responders that a pedestrian had been struck in front of the Village Mart on Airport Road.
Congressman Pittenger Releases Weekly Column, to Appear in Exclusive Interview Tonight on LIVE AT 5
Written by Rep. Robert Pittenger
The following is Congressman Robert Pittenger's (NC-09) weekly column. Congressman Pittenger will appear tonight in an exclusive interview on LIVE AT 5.
Monday's Top Story: McNair's Auto Sales Announces Grand Opening of New Dealership Location
Written by Rita Thames
ROCKINGHAM –McNair Auto Sales will hold its grand opening at its new location at 1026 E Broad Avenue on Saturday, September 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Connections After 5: September Meeting a Success
Written by Rebecca Pierce
ELLERBE – The grounds of Millstone 4-H Camp were abuzz Thursday night for the latest Richmond County Chamber of Commerce’s “Connections After 5” event.
