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Month: June 2022

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Where are the news gaps in southeastern NC? Take a survey to make your voice heard

A survey aims to identify news gaps in rural North Carolina communities that have limited access to broadband. Read more Continue reading Where are the news gaps in southeastern NC? Take a survey to make your voice heard

Border Belt IndependentJune 23, 2022June 23, 2022
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Economy, News

Pain at the pump – and at the grocery store – hits hard in southeastern North Carolina

North Carolina families are feeling the effects of inflation and high gas prices. Here’s how they’re getting by. Read more Continue reading Pain at the pump – and at the grocery store – hits hard in southeastern North Carolina

Sarah NagemJune 21, 2022June 21, 2022
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How Bladen County is giving first-generation college students a head start

Bladen County Schools partners with Bladen Community College to offer free college-level courses, giving students a head start on degrees. Read more Continue reading How Bladen County is giving first-generation college students a head start

Ivey SchofieldJune 20, 2022June 20, 2022
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Robeson County detention officer charged with obstruction had history of suspensions

A detention officer with the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office who was charged in connection with a suspect who was booked and released from jail under a false name was previously suspended from his job three times, officials say. Read more Continue reading Robeson County detention officer charged with obstruction had history of suspensions

Sarah NagemJune 16, 2022June 17, 2022
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Ivey Schofield rejoins Border Belt Independent staff

Ivey Schofield has rejoined the Border Belt Independent as a reporter focusing primarily on Bladen and Columbus counties. Read more Continue reading Ivey Schofield rejoins Border Belt Independent staff

Border Belt IndependentJune 14, 2022June 14, 2022
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Rural NC hospitals applaud move toward Medicaid expansion – but not a tacked-on change

Rural hospital leaders are thrilled the N.C. Senate voted in favor of Medicaid expansion – but not potential changes to Certificate of Need. Read more Continue reading Rural NC hospitals applaud move toward Medicaid expansion – but not a tacked-on change

Sarah NagemJune 14, 2022June 14, 2022
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Push for a public pool: How drownings have reignited an old fight in Columbus County

Two people have drowned in Lake Waccamaw in the last month. Their deaths have reignited the push for a public pool in Columbus County, NC.Read more Continue reading Push for a public pool: How drownings have reignited an old fight in Columbus County

Ivey SchofieldJune 13, 2022June 13, 2022
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Columbus County nonprofit needs a new shelter for domestic violence survivors

Soon the Columbus County domestic violence shelter will be demolished, but one nonprofit is still fighting to keep survivors safe.
Read more Continue reading Columbus County nonprofit needs a new shelter for domestic violence survivors

Ivey SchofieldJune 10, 2022June 10, 2022
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One NC mother’s journey to overcome addiction and bring her family back together

Maria Carthen has dealt with trauma and an addiction to crack cocaine, Now the NC mother is desperately trying to get her kids back.Read more Continue reading One NC mother’s journey to overcome addiction and bring her family back together

Sarah NagemJune 6, 2022June 7, 2022
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