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Who’s your people?

by Border Belt Independent October 5, 2022September 12, 2025

North Carolina’s Lumbee tribe has been fighting for full federal recognition for over a century. Their story is one of race and identity.

News

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

by Border Belt Independent September 21, 2022September 12, 2025

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.”

News

Lumbee NFL player Keenan Allen inspires Native American kids to follow their dreams

by Border Belt Independent September 20, 2022September 12, 2025

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.

News

Border Belt Independent wins 10 journalism awards

by Border Belt Independent August 26, 2022September 12, 2025

The Border Belt Independent, a digital, nonprofit news organization in southeastern North Carolina took home several awards.

News

Join the Border Belt Independent and other news outlets for a community forum Sept. 1

by Border Belt Independent August 23, 2022September 12, 2025

Join us on Thursday, Sept. 1, at UNC-Pembroke to share your thoughts on the news stories that matter most to you.

Business & Economy

Need help feeding your family? Here are some resources in North Carolina’s Border Belt

by Border Belt Independent July 13, 2022September 12, 2025

Here is a list of organizations in Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties that operate food pantries.

Culture

Free and cheap stuff to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt

by Border Belt Independent July 6, 2022September 12, 2025

Here are some free and cheap things to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt.

Courts & Justice

North Carolina sheriffs carry clout when defending officers at risk of losing their badges

by Border Belt Independent July 5, 2022September 12, 2025

When North Carolina sheriffs make pleas to a state commission dominated by other sheriffs, employees with job troubles are more likely to keep their jobs.