Some Bladen County farmers say agritourism could be the key to supplementing their income and sustaining centuries-old farms. Read more Continue reading Turkey hunt and lunch: New generation of Bladen County farmers looks to agritourism
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After a series of lawsuits, some hog farmers in Bladen County in southeastern North Carolina say they worry about their future. Read more Continue reading The hog industry rules in Bladen County. But some farmers worry about their future
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A preacher has been hosting community meetings to inform parents about books students are reading in Robeson County schools. Read more Continue reading A Robeson County preacher is on a quest to ban books. The school district says no way
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Chadbourn, a town of about 1,600 people in Columbus County, has been securing funds to revitalize and rebuild its downtown. Read more Continue reading ‘Sitting on a goldmine.’ Chadbourn makes gains toward a downtown revitalization
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North Carolina allocated nearly $10 million in 2021 for health liaisons for schools. But health departments have had trouble filling the jobs. Read more Continue reading North Carolina health departments have struggled to hire COVID-19 school liaisons
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Melissa Singler leans on her experiences as a high school dropout who later earned a master’s degree as she leads Robeson Community College.Read more Continue reading How a high school dropout is leading a rural NC community college through major growth
