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Megalodons ruled Robeson County millions of years ago. Their teeth still tell a story

More than 23 million years ago, when the shores of the Atlantic Ocean were in what is now Robeson County, megalodons patrolled the seas. Read more Continue reading Megalodons ruled Robeson County millions of years ago. Their teeth still tell a story

Border Belt IndependentMarch 21, 2023March 21, 2023
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Books on race, sexuality among most targeted across NC schools

Over the past two years, people have brought at least 189 book challenges across North Carolina’s 115 public school districts. Read more Continue reading Books on race, sexuality among most targeted across NC schools

Border Belt IndependentMarch 15, 2023March 15, 2023
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Robeson County retired educator hopes to inspire other Black artists

After teaching art for nearly three in the Robeson County school district, Sandi Carter still focuses on her creativity. Her work is on display at Robeson Community College during Black History Month.Read more Continue reading Robeson County retired educator hopes to inspire other Black artists

Border Belt IndependentFebruary 28, 2023March 2, 2023
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Food stamps are being reduced in NC as grocery prices remain high. Here’s what to know

Extra food benefits for North Carolina’s poorest residents will come to an end in March as grocery prices remain high. Read more Continue reading Food stamps are being reduced in NC as grocery prices remain high. Here’s what to know

Border Belt IndependentFebruary 21, 2023February 21, 2023
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Alcohol served in social districts is latest downtown trend in NC’s Border Belt 

Laurinburg and Whiteville now have downtown “social districts” where adults can carry alcoholic beverages while the shop, mingle and explore the community. Read more Continue reading Alcohol served in social districts is latest downtown trend in NC’s Border Belt 

Border Belt IndependentFebruary 14, 2023February 14, 2023
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Kerria Weaver joins Border Belt Independent staff

The Border Belt Independent is proud to announce that Kerria Weaver has joined its staff as a part-time reporter. Read more Continue reading Kerria Weaver joins Border Belt Independent staff

Border Belt IndependentFebruary 5, 2023February 5, 2023
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Border Belt Independent wins $50,000 grant to add reporter

The Border Belt Independent has received a $50,000 grant to hire a third reporter to cover Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties.Read more Continue reading Border Belt Independent wins $50,000 grant to add reporter

Border Belt IndependentOctober 27, 2022October 27, 2022
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Who’s your people?

North Carolina’s Lumbee tribe has been fighting for full federal recognition for over a century. Their story is one of race and identity. Read more Continue reading Who’s your people?

Border Belt IndependentOctober 5, 2022October 5, 2022
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Ask Us: Have a question about NC’s Border Belt? We’ll find the answer for you.

At the Border Belt Independent, we want to hear your questions. Then we will find the answers and publish them on our website as part of our new project, “Ask Us.” Read more Continue reading Ask Us: Have a question about NC’s Border Belt? We’ll find the answer for you.

Border Belt IndependentSeptember 21, 2022September 21, 2022
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Lumbee NFL player Keenan Allen inspires Native American kids to follow their dreams

Keenan Allen, a Lumbee, is a star in the NFL. His heritage is important to him as he inspires Native American kids to follow their dreams. Read more Continue reading Lumbee NFL player Keenan Allen inspires Native American kids to follow their dreams

Border Belt IndependentSeptember 20, 2022September 20, 2022

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