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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
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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
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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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.
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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
