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

Here are some free and cheap things to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt. Read more Continue reading Free and cheap stuff to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt

Border Belt IndependentJuly 6, 2022July 6, 2022
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Justice

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

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.
Read more Continue reading North Carolina sheriffs carry clout when defending officers at risk of losing their badges

Border Belt IndependentJuly 5, 2022July 5, 2022
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Government

NC town set to cease existence as state treasurer calls for criminal charges

The district attorney for Scotland County has so far declined to pursue a criminal case against East Laurinburg’s financial officer. Read more Continue reading NC town set to cease existence as state treasurer calls for criminal charges

Border Belt IndependentJune 29, 2022July 5, 2022
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News

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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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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Environment

Poultry waste plant that has polluted in the past gets new approval in Robeson County

The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality approved a permit for North Carolina Renewable Power to operate in Robeson County, despite pushback from advocates. Read more Continue reading Poultry waste plant that has polluted in the past gets new approval in Robeson County

Border Belt IndependentMay 27, 2022May 27, 2022
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The best political strategist in Robeson County might be this high school senior

Cutler Bryant isn’t yet old enough to vote. But he has emerged as a political strategist for Republican candidates in Robeson County. Read more Continue reading The best political strategist in Robeson County might be this high school senior

Border Belt IndependentMay 24, 2022May 24, 2022
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News

NC awarded troubled company millions as Hurricane Matthew survivors remained displaced

An investigation by NC Policy Watch found the state’s disaster recovery office changed its own rules and awarded Rescue Construction Solutions with contracts worth $80 million.Read more Continue reading NC awarded troubled company millions as Hurricane Matthew survivors remained displaced

Border Belt IndependentMay 16, 2022May 16, 2022
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Education

Bladen County has the highest teacher vacancy rate in North Carolina

Bladen County Schools had the highest teacher vacancy rate of North Carolina’s 115 public school districts. Read more Continue reading Bladen County has the highest teacher vacancy rate in North Carolina

Border Belt IndependentMay 3, 2022May 3, 2022
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Government

Between place and party

Charles Graham has rejected party orthodoxy, gone internet viral, and run a dozen points ahead of the Democratic ticket. Now, his bid for an upset congressional victory highlights the challenge for North Carolina’s moderate rural Democrats.Read more Continue reading Between place and party

Border Belt IndependentApril 25, 2022April 26, 2022

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