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Patriotic Millionaires, an advocacy group that pushes for higher taxes for the rich and an increase in the minimum wage, launched a pilot program in Whiteville last summer. Read more Continue reading Patriotic Millionaires picks a small NC town to push for higher taxes for the rich
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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Bladen and Columbus counties have secured spots for local residents at The Healing Place of New Hanover County.
Read more Continue reading Bladen and Columbus counties secure spots for residents at new drug-treatment center
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Bladen County is hosting a Year of the Trail festival from Feb. 17-19. Participants can take part in guided hikes and explore on their own. Read more Continue reading Bladen County will show off its natural beauty during Year of the Trail festival
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Curtis Hill, president of the Columbus County chapter of the NAACP, advocates for racial equity and rights for people with disabilities. Read more Continue reading Raised to be a leader, Curtis Hill advocates for racial equity in Columbus County
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The Lower Bladen County Citizens Group is asking county commissioners for ARPA funds to repair its building and host new programs. Read more Continue reading Bladen County community devastated by dike failure wants to rebuild nonprofit site
